MS Purview Security Engineer

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Job Overview

As a Microsoft Purview Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing data security and compliance solutions using Microsoft Purview. You will play a key role in protecting sensitive information, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting the organization’s data governance strategy. This position requires a strong understanding of Microsoft security technologies, data protection best practices, and regulatory frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement and Manage Microsoft Purview: Deploy, configure, and maintain Microsoft Purview solutions for data discovery, classification, labeling, and loss prevention.

• Implement and Manage Microsoft Entra ID: Deploy, configure Microsoft Entra ID for authentication and authorization services

• Data Security & Compliance: Ensure data security and compliance with internal policies

• Issue Resolution: Troubleshoot and resolve incidents, service requests, and technical problems related to Microsoft Purview and associated Microsoft 365 security tools.

• Monitoring: Monitor system health, alerts, and logs to proactively identify and address potential security or compliance issues.

• Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, knowledge base articles, and user guides for Purview security processes and solutions.

• Continuous Improvement: Stay current with Microsoft Purview updates, new features, and industry best practices to enhance support capabilities.

• Incident Response: Monitor and respond to security incidents related to data leakage, unauthorized access, or policy violations.

• Collaboration: Work closely with IT, legal, compliance, and business teams to align security controls with organizational objectives.

• Training & Awareness: Provide training and guidance to end-users and technical staff on data protection best practices and Purview capabilities.

• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated on Microsoft Purview enhancements and industry trends to recommend and implement improvements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 6+ years of experience in information security, data protection, or related roles.

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview (formerly Microsoft Information Protection/Compliance) and Microsoft 365 security tools (including Microsoft Entra ID).

• Strong knowledge of data classification, labeling, and loss prevention technologies.

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance requirements (GDPR, etc.).

• Experience with incident response and security operations.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft certifications (e.g., SC-400, SC-300, MS-500, or equivalent).

• Experience with cloud security (Azure, etc.).

• Knowledge of scripting or automation (PowerShell, Python).

• Experience in a multinational or highly regulated environment.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge security technologies.

• Be part of a mission-driven team advancing data protection and compliance.

• Professional development and certification support.

Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About us

• Syensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.
• At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.