Data Security Lead - Purview

Accenture · Sydney International House 3 Sussex St

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Role Description 

The Data Security Lead is responsible for the design, implementation, and governance of Microsoft Purview capabilities across the client environment. The role leads the definition and deployment of data classification, information protection, records management, data lifecycle management, compliance controls, and information governance policies to support client security, regulatory, and operational requirements. 

The Data Security Lead works closely with security, compliance, information management, and business stakeholders to ensure Microsoft Purview capabilities are appropriately designed, configured, and integrated within the broader Microsoft 365 solution. The role is also responsible for ensuring alignment with client information governance requirements, records management obligations, and security policies. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Lead the design and implementation of Microsoft Purview capabilities. 

• Define data classification, sensitivity labelling, and information protection strategies. 

• Design retention, records management, disposition, and information lifecycle controls. 

• Configure and govern Microsoft Purview compliance and risk management capabilities. 

• Support implementation of Information Asset Management and Data Governance requirements. 

• Define metadata, taxonomy, and information governance approaches. 

• Work with security and architecture teams to align governance controls with client requirements. 

• Provide guidance on compliance, auditability, and records management outcomes. 

• Support design documentation, workshops, testing, and operational handover activities. 

Key Skills 

• Microsoft Purview Information Protection 

• Microsoft Purview Data Lifecycle Management 

• Microsoft Purview Records Management 

• Microsoft Purview Compliance Manager 

• Sensitivity Labels and Retention Labels 

• Data Classification and Metadata Management 

• Information Governance and Records Management 

• Microsoft 365 Security and Compliance 

• Data Loss Prevention (DLP) 

• eDiscovery and Legal Hold 

• Information Asset Management 

• Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) 

• Workshop Facilitation and Stakeholder Engagement 

• Solution Design and Technical Leadership 

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Preferred Experience 

• Designing and implementing Microsoft Purview solutions within large or regulated organisations. 

• Information governance, records management, and compliance programs. 

• Australian Government information security and recordkeeping requirements. 

• Microsoft 365 E5 Compliance and Security capabilities. 

• Experience working within highly secure or regulated environments. 

You must be an Australian citizen to apply; security clearance is highly regarded

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