Data Classification Analyst - Purview

DiceTek UAE; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 200,880 - 290,160; Full time

Job summary

DiceTek UAE is looking for a Data Classification Analyst in Abu Dhabi to handle data classification and governance. You will work collaboratively across business and technical teams to implement processes utilizing Microsoft Purview and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.

The ideal candidate holds a relevant bachelor’s degree and possesses hands-on experience in data classification and governance. This role supports privacy-focused digital transformation initiatives.

Qualifications

• Practical experience as a Business Analyst, Data Governance Analyst, Data Classification Analyst, or similar role.
• Hands-on knowledge of Microsoft Purview for data classification, sensitivity labeling, data cataloging, or information protection.
• Strong understanding of data privacy principles, data protection controls, information classification, and governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Implement data classification policies, rules, labels, and procedures using Microsoft Purview or equivalent tools.
• Analyze structured and unstructured data sets to identify sensitive, confidential, regulated, or business-critical information.
• Coordinate with data owners and system teams to validate classification outcomes and resolve gaps.

Skills

Microsoft Purview

Data classification

Data privacy tools

Information governance

Data management

Data discovery

Sensitivity labeling

Data cataloging

Privacy compliance

Business analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Management, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems or a related field

Job description

Overview

Data Classification Analyst – Purview in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates is an IT and Services opportunity for a detail-oriented business analyst with strong experience in data classification, Microsoft Purview, data privacy controls, and enterprise information governance. This role is suited for a professional who can work with technical, compliance, risk, and business teams to classify sensitive data accurately, improve data handling practices, and support privacy-focused digital transformation initiatives.

Compensation

Salary: 18,000‑26,000 AED monthly (estimated, confirm with employer).

Key Responsibilities

• Implement data classification policies, rules, labels, and procedures using Microsoft Purview or equivalent data privacy and governance platforms.
• Work with business, technology, compliance, legal, risk, and information security teams to understand data classification needs across departments.
• Analyze structured and unstructured data sets to identify sensitive, confidential, regulated, or business‑critical information.
• Support the design and maintenance of classification standards for personal data, financial data, customer information, internal records, and confidential business documents.
• Review existing data classification processes and recommend improvements to increase accuracy, consistency, and operational efficiency.
• Assist in mapping business data assets, repositories, applications, and workflows to support enterprise data governance activities.
• Ensure data classification practices align with applicable data privacy regulations, internal policies, audit requirements, and industry best practices.
• Prepare business requirement documents, process flows, control documentation, classification rules, and stakeholder updates.
• Coordinate with data owners and system teams to validate classification outcomes and resolve gaps in labeling or policy application.
• Monitor classification results, investigate exceptions, and support remediation actions where data is incorrectly classified or exposed.
• Provide guidance to users and teams on correct data handling, labeling, retention, and privacy‑aware usage.
• Support audits, assessments, and governance reviews by maintaining accurate records of classification activities and control evidence.

Ideal Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Data Management, Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or a related field.
• Practical experience as a Business Analyst, Data Governance Analyst, Data Classification Analyst, or similar role.
• Hands‑on knowledge of Microsoft Purview for data classification, sensitivity labeling, data cataloging, or information protection.
• Experience with equivalent data classification, data discovery, data privacy, or information governance tools.
• Strong understanding of data privacy principles, data protection controls, information classification, and governance frameworks.
• Ability to analyze complex data sets, identify classification patterns, and convert business needs into clear technical and process requirements.
• Good knowledge of regulatory compliance, privacy best practices, audit requirements, and secure data handling.
• Strong documentation skills with the ability to prepare clear requirements, workflows, policies, and reports.
• Excellent communication skills with confidence working across business and technical teams.
• Detail‑oriented mindset with strong problem‑solving ability and a practical approach to process improvement.

Skills Set

• Microsoft Purview
• Data classification
• Data privacy tools
• Information governance
• Data management
• Data discovery
• Sensitivity labeling
• Data cataloging
• Privacy compliance
• Business analysis
• Requirement gathering
• Data governance documentation
• Data protection controls
• Risk assessment support
• Regulatory compliance
• Stakeholder coordination
• Process improvement
• Data quality review
• Policy implementation
• Audit support
• Data security awareness