Role Description

The Data Security Lead is responsible for the design, implementation, and governance of Microsoft Purview capabilities across the client setting. 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.

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

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 settings.

You must be an Australian citizen to apply; security clearance is highly regarded
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📌 Data Security Lead Purview Sydney
🏢 Avanade
📍 Sydney