Microsoft Purview Administrator

SAIC

. Design, implement, and test data governance and compliance policies, including data classification, labeling, and DLP policies.

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • District of Columbia • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data governance, compliance, and security, with a strong focus on implementing and managing Microsoft Purview and Microsoft 365 services. Proficient in developing policies for data protection, conducting audits, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Microsoft Purview AdministrationData Governance PrinciplesData Loss Prevention (DLP)Data Classification and Sensitivity LabelingRisk Assessment and Audits

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Hard Skills

Data GovernanceData SecurityCompliance PoliciesInformation Protection SolutionsEDiscovery WorkflowsScripting LanguagesMicrosoft 365 ProficiencyData Protection Incident ResponsePolicy DevelopmentAudit and Assessment

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft PurviewMicrosoft 365Microsoft Entra IDData Protection Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s DegreePublic Trust Clearance

Industry Keywords

Data ClassificationLabelingDLP PoliciesRegulatory RequirementsSensitive Data Protection

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and test data governance and compliance policies, including data classification, labeling, and DLP policies.
Monitor and optimize policies to align with regulatory requirements.
Deploy and configure Microsoft Purview and integrated Microsoft 365 services.
Administer and manage role groups, custom roles, and permissions within the Purview portal.
Protect sensitive data from internal and external threats.
Implement information protection and insider risk management solutions.
Respond to data protection incidents and participate in security investigations.
Manage and support eDiscovery workflows, including data collection, search, and export.
Collaborate with data architects, analysts, IT, security teams, and business application owners.
Provide training and support to users on data protection tools and policies.
Monitor Purview service performance and troubleshoot issues.
Conduct regular audits and assessments of data governance practices.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of progressive IT experience.
US Citizen, must be able to obtain a public trust clearance per contract requirements.
Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview administration.
Strong understanding of data governance, data security, and compliance principles.
Experience with data loss prevention (DLP), data classification, and sensitivity labeling.
Proficiency with Microsoft 365 environments and related services like Microsoft Entra ID.
Familiarity with scripting languages like PowerShell is a plus.
Experience with risk assessments and audits.
Ability to develop and implement security and compliance policies.
Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal Opportunity Employer
Remote work arrangement