Security Engineer – Microsoft Purview, Endpoint & Data Protection

NTT DATA, Inc.; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work options

Learning & Development

Inclusion networks

Job summary

NTT DATA is hiring a Security Engineer specializing in Endpoint and Data Protection. The role is hybrid with London or Birmingham as possible bases. You will implement Purview governance, design data protection policies, and lead threat hunting using Defender for Endpoint and related tools.

You will collaborate with delivery teams to mitigate data leakage, manage vulnerabilities with Qualys, and support secure web access via Zscaler and Proofpoint, contributing to secure maturity across projects.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience managing Microsoft security products.
• Experience with DLP and data governance policies using Microsoft Purview is preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft Defender for endpoint security and threat hunting.
• Familiarity with KQL for advanced threat investigations.
• Experience with Zscaler and Proofpoint for secure web access and email security.

Responsibilities

• Implementing and configuring Microsoft Purview for data governance and compliance.
• Designing and deploying information protection policies (AIP/MIP), including sensitivity labels and DLP.
• Advising on strategies to prevent data leakage and unauthorized sharing.
• Leveraging Microsoft Defender for endpoint monitoring, threat hunting, and incident response.
• Performing advanced threat investigations using KQL queries.

Skills

Security engineering

Microsoft Defender

Data protection

KQL

Vulnerability management

Stakeholder comms

Azure security

Education

Microsoft Azure certifications

Microsoft Certified (SC-100/SC-200/SC-400)

Tools

Qualys

Zscaler

Proofpoint

Microsoft Purview

Defender for Endpoint

Job description

Security Engineer – Endpoint & Data Protection

Hybrid variable - London or Birmingham

We are currently recruiting for Security Engineer – Endpoint & Data Protection to join our growing client delivery business.

About Us

NTT DATA is one of the world’s largest Global Security services providers with over 7500 Security SMEs and Integration partner to many of the worlds most recognised Security Technology providers. We strive to hire exceptional, innovative, and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. In a constantly changing world, we work together with our people, clients and communities to enable them to fulfil their potential to do great things. We believe that by bringing everyone together, we can solve problems using innovative technology that can create a world that is sustainable and secure.

This is a great opportunity for you to play a pivotal role in helping to shape our client’s transformation journeys.

What to Expect

• Implementing and configuring Microsoft Purview for data governance and compliance.
• Designing and deploying Information Protection policies (AIP/MIP), including sensitivity labels, DLP and Insider Risk Management Policy configurations.
• Advising on strategies to prevent unauthorized data sharing and mitigate data leakage risks.
• Leveraging Microsoft Defender for endpoint monitoring, threat hunting, and incident response.
• Performing advanced threat investigations using KQL queries and Defender portals.
• Acting as a liaison for external services such as Microsoft Defender Experts for proactive threat hunting.
• Supporting vulnerability management initiatives using tools like Qualys, prioritizing remediation efforts, and aligning with CIS Benchmarks.
• Providing operational support for Zscaler and Proofpoint to ensure secure web access and email security.
• Contributing to projects aimed at improving security maturity against frameworks such as NCSC CAF, focusing on information protection, endpoint monitoring, and vulnerability management.

What’s Important

It starts with amazing people, challenging projects and a work environment that supports the creation of tangible solutions that make an impact. You will need to have a security delivery background and evidence your experience in a number of the following fields of expertise:

• 2-3 Years experience managing Microsoft Security products.
• Microsoft Certified such as SC-100, SC-200, SC-400
• Design, implement, and manage Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies and sensitivity labels.
• Develop and implement data governance policies using Microsoft Purview.
• Configure and monitor policies to detect, investigate, and act on malicious or unintentional activities.
• Experience with Microsoft Defender for endpoint security and threat hunting.
• Familiarity with KQL for advanced threat investigations.
• Experience in managing and monitoring Zscaler and Proofpoint.
• Strong knowledge of vulnerability management tools such as Qualys or similar.
• Understanding of CIS Benchmarks and security hardening practices. A good understanding of the protocols underpinning the web - TCP/IP, HTTP, SSL/TLS
• Extensive, multi-year project experience in complex environments.
• Ability to operate in demanding situations whilst still having relentless drive to deliver with enthusiasm.
• Strong influencer, with a wide range of styles, having ability to build good working relationships with delivery partners and senior levels within the organisation
• Hold Security engineering / technology certifications and Microsoft Azure certifications
• Ability to operate in demanding situations whilst still having relentless drive to deliver with enthusiasm.
• Work within a wide range of styles, having ability to build good working relationships with delivery teams and stakeholders
• Must be able to communicate with architects, business people, and technologists.
• Continued personal growth, and attaining further security qualifications and learning
• Willingness to learn new Security skills and build experience from working in different security domains
• We also work within Public Sector clients where UK Gov. Defence Vetting to such as SC is required, as such you hold or be eligible to hold UK Gov vetting.
• A valid right to work in the UK.
• Our inclusive work environment prioritises mutual respect, accountability, and continuous learning for all our people. This approach fosters collaboration, well-being, growth, and agility, leading to a more diverse, innovative, and competitive organisation. We are also proud to share that we have a range of Inclusion Networks such as: the Women’s Business Network, Cultural and Ethnicity Network, LGBTQ+ & Allies Network, Neurodiversity Network and the Parent Network.
• For more information on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion please click here: Creating Inclusion Together at NTT DATA UK | NTT DATA
• We offer a range of tailored benefits that support your physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing. Our Learning and Development team ensure that there are continuous growth and development opportunities for our people. We also offer the opportunity to have flexible work options.
• You can find more information about NTT DATA UK & Ireland here: https://uk.nttdata.com/
• We are an equal opportunities employer. We believe in the fair treatment of all our employees and commit to promoting equity and diversity in our employment practices. We are also a proud Disability Confident Committed Employer - we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We actively collaborate with individuals who have disabilities and long-term health conditions which have an effect on their ability to do normal daily activities, ensuring that barriers are eliminated when it comes to employment opportunities. In line with our commitment, we guarantee an interview to applicants who declare to us, during the application process, that they have a disability and meet the minimum requirements for the role. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Join us in building a truly diverse and empowered team.