Data Protection & Governance Analyst

Abbott; Bogotá; On-site; COP 90,000,000 - 120,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking a Data Security Specialist to support data protection initiatives, focusing on data classification and securing unstructured data in File Shares and SharePoint. The role emphasizes collaboration, governance, and ensuring sensitive information is properly identified and protected.

This contract position is based in Bogotá, Colombia, and requires hands-on experience with classification tools, IAM concepts, and strong Excel skills to deliver audit-ready reports and continuous

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in data access governance or information security.
• Hands-on experience with data classification tools (e.g., Purview, Varonis, DLP).
• Familiarity with securing unstructured data in File Shares and SharePoint.
• Knowledge of identity and access management concepts (Active Directory, Entra ID).
• Experience with on-premises and cloud file shares (Azure/AWS).
• Scripting (PowerShell, Python, VBA) and SQL for data queries/automation.
• Advanced Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain data classification tools to identify and tag sensitive information across enterprise systems.
• Analyze and secure unstructured data in File Shares and SharePoint with proper access controls.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to align classification efforts with business and compliance requirements.
• Monitor data access and classification coverage; generate audit-ready reports for compliance reviews.
• Identify and recommend improvements to data protection processes, tooling, and governance practices.
• Use advanced Excel techniques to analyze and present data insights.

Skills

Data governance

Information security

Analytical thinking

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Cybersecurity

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Varonis

Symantec DLP

PowerShell

Python

SQL

Excel

Job description

Abbott is seeking a Data Security Specialist to support data protection initiatives, focusing on data classification and securing unstructured data in File Shares and SharePoint. The role emphasizes collaboration, governance, and ensuring sensitive information is properly identified and protected.

This contract position is based in Bogotá, Colombia, and requires hands-on experience with classification tools, IAM concepts, and strong Excel skills to deliver audit-ready reports and continuous