IN_Senior Associate _ Microsoft Purview Data Governance Engineer_GCC_Advisory_Gurgaon

PwC India; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

PwC India is seeking a Senior Associate‑GCC focused data governance professional to lead Purview–driven governance across enterprise data sources and Microsoft 365 services. You will implement policies, automate data registrations, and collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance and data quality.

The role demands strong scripting, cloud governance, and cross‑tenant migration experience. Join PwC India to shape governance maturity, contribute to risk management, and support multi‑tenant

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview or similar data governance platforms.
• Expert knowledge of Purview Data Map, scanning, classification, and metadata management.
• Strong scripting and automation skills using PowerShell, Python, and Azure CLI for Purview automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead enablement and management of Microsoft Purview for enterprise data sources both on-premises and in the cloud.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, and CLI to interact with Purview APIs for data source registration, scan configuration, rule set creation, and scheduling.
• Create and manage Purview Domains, Collections, and Data Catalogs to ensure metadata capture and data lineage tracking.
• Perform manual and automated registration of data sources, followed by test scans to validate metadata harvesting and data classification accuracy.
• Define and implement data governance policies across Microsoft 365 services, including SharePoint and Teams, focusing on data accountability, privacy, security, and compliance.
• Support migrations for Power Platform between tenants while maintaining governance and security posture.
• Collaborate with security, compliance, and data owners to establish data lifecycle management protocols, data sharing agreements, and regulatory compliance measures.
• Monitor and report on governance maturity, data quality, and compliance metrics using Purview dashboards and custom scripts.
• Document automation workflows, governance processes, and operational guidelines.

Skills

Microsoft Purview

PowerShell

Python

Azure CLI

Education

Bachelor of Technology

Tools

Power Platform

SharePoint

Job description

Job Description & Summary
At PwC, our people in cybersecurity focus on protecting organisations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies. They work to identify vulnerabilities, develop secure systems, and provide proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data.
In threat intelligence and vulnerability management at PwC, you will focus on identifying and analysing potential threats to an organisation's security, as well as managing vulnerabilities to prevent cyber attacks. You will play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive information and enabling the resilience of digital infrastructure.
Why PWC
At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes forour clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences foreach other. Learn more about us.
At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.

Job Description & Summary:We are seeking high-impact GTM Directors to join our GCC markets team. This is a client-facing, revenue-generating role focused on opening and developing new accounts across Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in India, the ideal candidate will combine deep cyber security, technical, digital and domain expertise with a proven ability to build C-suite relationships, shape large deals, and drive pipeline growth. Responsibilities :Key Responsibilities

• Lead enablement and management of Microsoft Purview for enterprise data sources both on-premises and in the cloud.
• Develop and maintain custom automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, and CLI to interact with Purview APIs for data source registration, scan configuration, rule set creation, and scheduling.
• Create and manage Purview Domains, Collections, and Data Catalogs to ensure thorough metadata capture and data lineage tracking.
• Perform manual and automated registration of data sources, followed by test scans to validate metadata harvesting and data classification accuracy.
• Define and implement data governance policies across Microsoft 365 services, including SharePoint and Teams, focusing on data accountability, privacy, security, and compliance.
• Support migration activities for Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) between tenants while maintaining governance and security posture.
• Collaborate with security, compliance, and data owners to establish data lifecycle management protocols, data sharing agreements, and regulatory compliance measures.
• Assist in monitoring and reporting on governance maturity, data quality, and compliance metrics using built-in Purview dashboards and custom scripting solutions.
• Document automation workflows, governance processes, and operational guidelines to support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• Stay current with Microsoft Purview enhancements, industry standards, and best practices to continuously optimize data governance and automation strategies.

Line of ServiceAdvisory

Industry/SectorNot Applicable

SpecialismRisk

Management LevelSenior Associate

Job Description & SummaryAt PwC, our people in cybersecurity focus on protecting organisations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies. They work to identify vulnerabilities, develop secure systems, and provide proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data. In threat intelligence and vulnerability management at PwC, you will focus on identifying and analysing potential threats to an organisation's security, as well as managing vulnerabilities to prevent cyber attacks. You will play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive information and enabling the resilience of digital infrastructure. Why PWC At PwC, you will be part of a vibrant community of solvers that leads with trust and creates distinctive outcomes forour clients and communities. This purpose-led and values-driven work, powered by technology in an environment that drives innovation, will enable you to make a tangible impact in the real world. We reward your contributions, support your wellbeing, and offer inclusive benefits, flexibility programmes and mentorship that will help you thrive in work and life. Together, we grow, learn, care, collaborate, and create a future of infinite experiences foreach other. Learn more about us. At PwC, we believe in providing equal employment opportunities, without any discrimination on the grounds of gender, ethnic background, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, religion or other beliefs, perceived differences and status protected by law. We strive to create an environment where each one of our people can bring their true selves and contribute to their personal growth and the firm’s growth. To enable this, we have zero tolerance for any discrimination and harassment based on the above considerations.

Job Description & Summary: We are seeking high-impact GTM Directors to join our GCC markets team. This is a client-facing, revenue-generating role focused on opening and developing new accounts across Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in India, the ideal candidate will combine deep cyber security, technical, digital and domain expertise with a proven ability to build C-suite relationships, shape large deals, and drive pipeline growth. Responsibilities : Key Responsibilities

• Lead enablement and management of Microsoft Purview for enterprise data sources both on-premises and in the cloud.

• Develop and maintain custom automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, and CLI to interact with Purview APIs for data source registration, scan configuration, rule set creation, and scheduling.

• Create and manage Purview Domains, Collections, and Data Catalogs to ensure thorough metadata capture and data lineage tracking.

• Perform manual and automated registration of data sources, followed by test scans to validate metadata harvesting and data classification accuracy.

• Define and implement data governance policies across Microsoft 365 services, including SharePoint and Teams, focusing on data accountability, privacy, security, and compliance.

• Support migration activities for Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI) between tenants while maintaining governance and security posture.

• Collaborate with security, compliance, and data owners to establish data lifecycle management protocols, data sharing agreements, and regulatory compliance measures.

• Assist in monitoring and reporting on governance maturity, data quality, and compliance metrics using built-in Purview dashboards and custom scripting solutions.

• Document automation workflows, governance processes, and operational guidelines to support continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

• Stay current with Microsoft Purview enhancements, industry standards, and best practices to continuously optimize data governance and automation strategies.

Required Skills and Experience

• 3+ years hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview or similar data governance platforms.

• Expert knowledge of Purview Data Map, scanning, classification, and metadata management.

• Strong scripting and automation skills using PowerShell, Python, and Azure CLI for custom interactions with Purview APIs.

• Experience managing and automating data source registration and scan scheduling for cloud and on-premises data sources such as Azure SQL Database, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, and SQL Server.

• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 governance, including SharePoint and Teams data policies and lifecycle management.

• Experience with Power Platform migrations including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI tenant-to-tenant migration.

• Solid understanding of data governance foundations: data cataloging, accountability, traceability, security, privacy, and compliance.

• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities in data governance automation and metadata workflows.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage with technical teams and business stakeholders.

Mandatory skill set s: Microsoft Purview Data Governance Engineer

Preferred skill sets : Microsoft Purview Data Governance Engineer

Years of experience required : 3 to 6 years

Education qualification : B.tech

Education (if blank, degree and/or field of study not specified)

Degrees/Field of Study required: Bachelor of Technology

Degrees/Field of Study preferred:

Certifications (if blank, certifications not specified)

Required SkillsData Governance

Optional SkillsAccepting Feedback, Accepting Feedback, Active Listening, Analytical Thinking, Cloud Security, Communication, Conducting Research, Creativity, Cyber Defense, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Embracing Change, Emotional Regulation, Empathy, Encryption, Inclusion, Information Security, Intellectual Curiosity, Intelligence Analysis, Intelligence Report, Intrusion Detection, Intrusion Detection System (IDS), IT Operations, Learning Agility, Malware Analysis, Malware Detection Tools {+ 16 more}

Desired Languages (If blank, desired languages not specified)

Travel RequirementsNot Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?No

Government Clearance Required?No

Job Posting End DateJune 19, 2026