UKI Technology Consulting- Microsoft Entra and Purview Engineer/ Architect (Manager/ Senior Manager)

<p><span><span><span><b><span><span><span>Technology Consulting-</span></span></span></b><span><span> </span>Microsoft Entra and Purview Engineer/ Architect (Manager/ Senior Manager)</span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><b><span><span><span>General Information</span></span></span></b></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><b><span><span><span>Location: </span></span></span></b><span><span><span>Dublin </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><b><span><span><span>Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: </span></span></span></b><span><span><span>NO</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><b><span><span><span>Business Area: </span></span></span></b><span><span><span>Cyber Security</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><b><span><span><span>Contract Type: </span></span></span></b><span><span><span>Full-Time – Permanent</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span><span><b><span><span><span>The opportunity</span></span></span></b></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span>EY’s cyber security practice is one of the fastest growing areas of the business with significant ambition for the future through additional recruitment and acquisition. You will be a core member of a highly skilled and rapidly growing team of Technical Security specialists. </span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span>As a member of the team, you will have the opportunity to grow your career in leading the delivery of security architecture and design solutions with a significant opportunity for leadership experience and career progression.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p><span><span><span><span><span><span>This specific Role is client side and client facing.</span></span></span></span></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>As a Microsoft Entra and Purview Engineer, you will play a critical role in implementing and managing identity and access management solutions while ensuring robust data governance and compliance. You will collaborate with cybersecurity teams to protect sensitive information and mitigate risks associated with identity and data management.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Key Responsibilities:</span></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span><span>Design, implement, and manage Microsoft Entra for secure identity and access management, ensuring adherence to cybersecurity best practices.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Configure and maintain Microsoft Purview for effective data governance, classification, and compliance with regulatory requirements.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to develop and enforce policies for identity protection, access controls, and data handling.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Conduct risk assessments and vulnerability analyses related to identity and data governance, recommending remediation strategies.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Monitor and analyze access logs, user behavior, and data usage patterns to identify and respond to potential security threats.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Develop and implement incident response plans related to identity and data breaches, ensuring timely communication and resolution.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Provide training and support to staff on cybersecurity best practices related to identity and data management.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies, particularly those affecting identity and data governance.</span></span></li> </ul> <p><span><span>Qualifications:</span></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span><span>Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Proven experience with Microsoft Entra and Microsoft Purview in a cybersecurity context.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Strong understanding of identity and access management principles, including multi-factor authentication and role-based access control.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Experience with data governance frameworks, data classification, and compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR).</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Proficiency in scripting and automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Azure CLI) for security operations.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.</span></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span><span>Preferred Qualifications:</span></span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li><span><span>Relevant cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH) and Microsoft certifications related to Azure, Entra, or Purview.</span></span></li> <li><span><span>Experience w