Data Protection, Purview, DLP & AI Security Consultant - Contract

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Who We Are; What We Do; Where We’re Going Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers,

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Who We Are; What We Do; Where We’re Going

Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires, analyzes, and shares evidence from computers, smartphones, tablets, and IoT-related devices. We are continually innovating so our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their companies, communities, and countries.

Serving thousands of customers globally, our solutions are playing a crucial role in modernizing digital investigations, helping investigators fight crime, protect assets, and guard national security.

With employees based around the world, Magnet Forensics has been expanding our global presence. As a part of Magnet Forensics, you can expect to make a difference in the world, no matter what role you play. You’ll be supported through learning and development, not to mention an incredible team with unbelievable talent and integrity.

If you think you would be the right person to join our team working towards this goal, we would love to hear from you!

Role Summary

Magnet Forensics is seeking a Data Protection, Purview, DLP & AI Security Consultant to improve organizational visibility and control over the movement of sensitive information while helping establish a scalable governance model for AI adoption.

This role will focus on Microsoft Purview, Data Loss Prevention, Information Protection, Insider Risk, Data Classification, and emerging AI security controls.

The successful candidate will deliver practical improvements that reduce risk while improving business usability.

Assess and improve:

Existing DLP policies
Policy effectiveness
False positive rates
Alert quality
Business user experience

Develop recommendations and implement improvements across:

Microsoft 365
Endpoints
Cloud applications
Collaboration platforms

Improve:

Sensitivity labeling strategy
Label adoption
Information protection controls
Data classification coverage
Data ownership visibility

Create sustainable governance processes for maintaining data classification.

Develop baseline controls and visibility for:

Microsoft Copilot
ChatGPT
Claude
Other emerging generative AI technologies

Establish:

Risk management recommendations
Governance controls
Data handling guidance
Monitoring recommendations
Executive reporting

Develop reporting around:

Data movement
DLP incidents
Risky user activity
Insider risk indicators
AI-related exposure
Sensitive data repositories

Requirements

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5+ years of Data Protection or Information Security experience
Strong Microsoft Purview experience
Data Loss Prevention expertise
Information Protection expertise
Data Classification experience
Defender for Cloud Apps experience
Insider Risk Management experience

AI governance experience
Copilot security experience
Regulatory compliance experience
Data Security Posture Management experience
Privacy program experience

Indicators of Success

We’re looking for someone who checks off most, but not all, of the boxes listed in “skills and experiences”. It’s more important to us to find candidates who can display indicators of success through skills they have developed and experiences they have been a part of, than to find folks who have “been there, done that”. We want to be part of your development journey, and we’ll learn as much from you as you learn from us.

How We Work

At Magnet Forensics, we take a hybrid-flexible approach to support your productivity and work-life balance. If you’re within a comfortable travel distance to one of our offices, you’ll occasionally join us in person. How often you’ll come in depends on your department and team needs, typically ranging from weekly to monthly. These in-person moments help us build stronger connections, spark new ideas, and celebrate our successes together. Most days, you can choose what works best for you, while staying in tune with your team’s goals.

We’re excited to welcome you to our team and look forward to achieving great things together - both in the office and wherever you work best!

The Most Important Thing

We’re looking for candidates that can provide examples of how they have demonstrated Magnet CODE in their previous experiences:

CARE – We care about each other and our mission to make a difference in the world.

OWN – We are accountable for our results – while never forgetting to act with integrity, empathy, and respect.

DEDICATE – We put our heart and soul into meeting the needs of our customers and helping them serve the people they protect.

EVOLVE – We are constantly innovating and exploring new ways to work together to make an impact with our work.

Here at Magnet Forensics, we are committed to continuous learning and are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. This commitment will be reflected in our hiring processes and embedded in our values and how we treat one another. If you’re interested in this role, but do not meet all of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply anyways.

Magnet Forensics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal, provincial, or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout the hiring process. Please contact aoda@magnetforensics.com should you require any accommodations.

All offers of employment at Magnet are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with all applicable laws. Magnet will consider each position’s job duties, among other factors, in determining what constitutes satisfactory completion of the background check. Refusal to consent to a background check may be grounds for revoking an offer of employment.

US Applicants: Magnet Forensics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Magnet Forensics handles and uses personal data of job applicants in line with its Recruitment Privacy Policy found here.