Microsoft Purview Specialist – Day Rate Contract (6 Months)
eir business talent are currently partnering with a public sector organisation to hire an experienced Microsoft Purview Specialist for an initial 6-month day rate contract, with a strong likelihood of extension.
This is a hybrid role based in Dublin, requiring 3 days per week onsite.
Day rate contract
High probability of extension
Hybrid working: 3 days onsite / 2 remote
Location: Dublin (city-based office)
Start date: MUST be available to start on June 15th at the latest (non-negotiable)
Role Overview
This role will focus on the design, implementation, and ongoing support of Microsoft Purview across both M365 and Azure environments.
You will work closely with internal stakeholders to improve data governance, compliance, and security practices, while delivering best practices and supporting implementation across multiple environments.
Mandatory Requirements (Essential – must be met)
Minimum 4 years’ experience in a similar role
Strong hands‑on experience across:
Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance
Microsoft Purview (M365 and Azure)
Information Protection
Data Lifecycle Management
Records Management
eDiscovery
Experience working with Microsoft security solutions, data protection, and system security
Degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline
Available to start by June 15th at the latest (mandatory requirement)
Key Responsibilities
Administer and manage Microsoft Purview environments across M365 and Azure
Work with stakeholders to review existing environments and recommend improvements
Design and implement data governance and compliance solutions
Develop and document best practice guidelines
Support implementation of agreed use cases across the organisation
Provide knowledge transfer and technical guidance to internal teams
Participate in stakeholder meetings and planning sessions
Experience working with public sector or regulated environments
Microsoft certification such as:
SC-400 – Information Protection Administrator Associate
Experience implementing Purview solutions in complex or multi-entity environments
Exposure to regulatory frameworks such as GDPR and related compliance standards
Please Note
All Candidates must be eligible to work full time and long term in the location specified or currently hold a valid appropriate long term work Visa to apply.
For more information please apply here or contact Michael Mooney / michael(dot)mooney(at)eirbusiness(dot)ie
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