Data Classification Engineer - Secure Data Labeling

NorthBay, LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 167,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthBay, LLC is seeking a Data Classification Engineer in Abu Dhabi to ensure proper labelling of data before sharing with clients. The role involves managing classification tools, preparing client review reports, and proving data safety through audits.

Applicants should have 6+ years in data security or governance, with hands-on experience in data tools like Purview, IDMC, Informatica, and IBM Watson. Onsite location in Abu Dhabi with UAE regulatory awareness.

Qualifications

• Experience with data tools for classification and governance.
• Knowledge of security audits or client reviews (UAE PDPL, ISO 27001, GDPR, SOC 2).
• Ability to explain security rules to clients and teams.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail when handling sensitive documents.

Responsibilities

• Label and organize data by applying the correct security labels.
• Set up and run data tools to automate data scanning and tagging.
• Create reports showing clients how their data is classified and protected.
• Serve as main technical contact for client tool access and reviews.
• Collaborate with IT and DB teams to fix mislabelled files and gaps.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Audit Knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/Cybersecurity/Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft Purview

IDMC Data Governance

Informatica EDC

Informatica AXON

IBM Watson Knowledge Catalog

BigID

Job description

NorthBay, LLC is seeking a Data Classification Engineer in Abu Dhabi to ensure proper labelling of data before sharing with clients. The role involves managing classification tools, preparing client review reports, and proving data safety through audits.

Applicants should have 6+ years in data security or governance, with hands-on experience in data tools like Purview, IDMC, Informatica, and IBM Watson. Onsite location in Abu Dhabi with UAE regulatory awareness.