Role Overview
HSO is hiring a Senior Data Protection and Compliance Administrator, MS Purview. This is a contract role in CA. Part of HSO's Risk hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Protection & Compliance Consultant with deep expertise in Microsoft Purview to support our clients in designing, implementing, and maturing their data governance, protection, and regulatory compliance capabilities. In this consulting role, you will work directly with client stakeholders to assess requirements, lead solution delivery, advise on best practices, and ensure successful adoption of Microsoft Purview across their Microsoft 365, Azure, and Copilot environments.
You will act as a trusted advisor—helping clients strengthen their governance frameworks, reduce regulatory risk, and establish end-to-end control of sensitive data across their digital estate.
Data Governance & Discovery
- Guide clients in administering and optimizing the Microsoft Purview Data Map, including data scanning, classification, and cataloging of enterprise assets.
- Support clients in establishing metadata management, business glossary standards, and stewardship processes.
- Lead client engagements to implement data lineage and conduct impact analysis.
- Conduct data estate maturity assessments for clients and provide recommendations to improve governance controls.
Information Protection & Compliance
- Advise clients on sensitive data identification and classification strategies using Purview classifiers.
- Configure and deploy sensitivity labels, label policies, and automatic labeling tailored to client business needs.
- Assist clients with Information Rights Management (IRM) and encryption configurations.
- Design and implement Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions across Microsoft 365 workloads.
- Support clients in defining and operationalizing retention and records management processes.
- Lead client workshops and implementations for eDiscovery (Standard & Premium).
- Help clients adopt Insider Risk Management, Communication Compliance, and auditing capabilities.
Risk, Privacy & Regulatory Alignment
- Map Microsoft Purview capabilities to client-specific regulatory, privacy, and security frameworks.
- Produce audit-ready reporting, compliance evidence packages, and documentation for clients.
- Perform client-focused risk assessments and gap analyses with actionable remediation recommendations.
Platform Integration & Enablement
- Lead integration efforts between Purview and client environments across Microsoft 365, Azure, and Copilot.
- Guide clients on governance strategies for structured and unstructured data.
- Advise clients on AI governance, responsible AI use, and data lifecycle implications.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- 5–8+ years in consulting or enterprise data governance, protection, compliance, or security roles.
- Deep, hands-on expertise with Microsoft Purview across governance, protection, and compliance solutions.
- Strong understanding of major compliance regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, ISO, NIST).
- Experience leading client workshops, assessments, and technical implementation engagements.
- Ability to translate complex compliance obligations into practical controls for client environments.
- Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder-management skills.
Preferred Certifications
- SC-400, 401: Microsoft Information Protection Administrator
- SC-900: Microsoft Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
- SC-200: Microsoft Security Operations Analyst
- AZ-900: Microsoft Azure Fundamentals
- MS-102: Microsoft 365 Administrator
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Senior Data Protection and Compliance Administrator, MS Purview position at HSO?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to HSO. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Senior Data Protection and Compliance Administrator, MS Purview position at HSO located?
This position is based in CA. HSO has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Senior Data Protection and Compliance Administrator, MS Purview at HSO earn?
HSO has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Senior Data Protection and Compliance Administrator, MS Purview role at HSO posted?
This role was posted on April 16, 2026 (53 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
How much experience does the Senior Data Protection and Compliance Administrator, MS Purview role at HSO require?
This is a senior-level position. Most senior roles call for 5+ years of directly relevant experience. HSO lists their specific requirements in the description below, so review the must-have qualifications closely before applying.
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