Security Consultant – Information Protection / DLP (Contract)
We’re recruiting an experienced Security Consultant to support a large-scale Information Protection and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) programme within a complex enterprise environment.
This is a hands-on contract role focused on designing, deploying and enhancing DLP and data classification controls across a Microsoft security estate, covering technology, process and people change.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead delivery of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and information protection initiatives
* Deploy and enhance data classification and labelling controls
* Work across Microsoft security technologies including Purview, Azure Information Protection (AIP) and Defender for Cloud Apps
* Support development of security governance, policies and standards
* Contribute to DLP response and investigation processes where required
* Engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including HR and Legal
* Drive delivery independently across multiple workstreams
Required Experience
* Proven experience delivering DLP / information protection programmes
* Strong knowledge of data classification, data leakage prevention and governance
* Hands-on experience within Microsoft security environments
* Understanding of data privacy, compliance and legal considerations
* Ability to lead delivery with minimal oversight
* Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Desirable
* CISSP or CISM certification
* Background in security consulting or enterprise transformation programmes
This role suits a senior-level security consultant with real delivery experience, rather than SOC, IR or penetration testing profiles.
Apply now to discuss contract details and start dates