Data Security Technical Lead

Data Security Technical Lead.

Protect data. Enable collaboration. Drive governance.

Are you passionate about helping organisations unlock the full potential of Microsoft 365 while keeping their data secure, compliant, and well-governed? We're looking for a Data Security Technical Lead to take ownership of our Microsoft 365 security and data governance capability, playing a key role in shaping how information is protected and managed across the business.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead the implementation and optimisation of Microsoft Purview, working across security, compliance, IT, and business teams to deliver a modern, secure, and compliant digital workplace. You'll be the go-to expert for data security and governance, influencing strategy, driving best practice, and ensuring our Microsoft 365 environment supports both business productivity and regulatory requirements.

What you'll be doing: 

• Leading the configuration, implementation, and governance of Microsoft Purview across Microsoft 365 and Azure.
• Delivering and maintaining data protection controls including Data Loss Prevention (DLP), retention policies, sensitivity labels, and access controls.
• Working with technical and business stakeholders to develop practical, automated governance solutions.
• Driving data security standards, information architecture, lifecycle management, and governance best practice.
• Acting as the subject matter expert for Microsoft 365 data governance and compliance.
• Monitoring governance metrics, analysing trends, and supporting investigations into security and compliance incidents.

What you'll bring:

• Strong understanding of data security, information governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Hands-on experience implementing Microsoft Purview or equivalent data governance and compliance technologies.
• Knowledge of retention, classification, DLP, and information protection controls within Microsoft 365.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Experience gathering requirements, producing technical documentation, and supporting governance initiatives.
• Ability to obtain Security Check (SC) and NPPV2 clearance.

It would be great if you had:  

• Microsoft 365 Fundamentals (MS-900) or related Microsoft Modern Work certifications.
• Security, Compliance and Identity Fundamentals (SC-900).
• Microsoft Certified: Information Security Administrator Associate.
• Experience working with ISO/IEC 27001 controls and standards.
• Broader knowledge of the Microsoft 365 ecosystem and cloud security technologies.

If you're excited about using technology to improve data security, governance, and compliance—and want to make a genuine impact in a business that values innovation and collaboration—we'd love to hear from you.

Why join us?
You'll have the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide data security strategy, work with leading Microsoft technologies, and play a key role in shaping how information is protected in an increasingly digital world. Alongside a competitive benefits package, you'll benefit from ongoing professional development, certification support, and opportunities to grow your career in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.

Employment Type: Permanent.

Location: Remote
Security Clearance Level: SC and NPPV2 cleared OR eligible.
Internal Recruiter: Jane.
Salary: Up to £60000.00.
Benefits: £5,400 car allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private medical, life assurance, and pension.

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Sopra Steria’s Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client’s goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK’s most complex safety‑ and security‑critical markets.