Offer summary

Qualifications:

Experience with Microsoft 365 Compliance tools, specifically Sensitivity Labels and Microsoft Purview., Strong understanding of SharePoint and information management policies., Familiarity with Microsoft Information Protection (MIP) and data classification principles., Ability to configure and manage sensitivity labels across SharePoint and other Microsoft 365 apps..

Key responsabilities:

Classify and apply sensitivity labels to SharePoint documents, sites, and libraries based on their sensitivity level.

Create and configure sensitivity labels within the Microsoft 365 Compliance Center.

Monitor and adjust document and site behaviors once sensitivity labels are applied.

Enforce compliance policies for handling sensitive data across SharePoint and other Microsoft 365 applications.

Job description

Role: SharePoint Specialist (Sensitivity Label)
Fully Remote across United States (EST Hours)

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled SharePoint Sensitivity Label Specialist to manage and implement sensitivity labeling and data protection strategies across SharePoint and other Microsoft 365 applications. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring that sensitive data is classified and protected according to organizational security and compliance standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of Microsoft Information Protection (MIP), SharePoint, and Microsoft 365 compliance tools.

Key Responsibilities:

Sensitivity Label Classification and Application:

Classify and apply sensitivity labels to SharePoint documents, sites, and libraries based on their level of sensitivity (e.g., Public, Confidential, Highly Confidential).
Ensure that labels are aligned with organizational policies and compliance regulations for data protection.

Label Creation and Management:

Create and configure sensitivity labels within the Microsoft 365 Compliance Center or the Microsoft Purview portal.
Manage and maintain labels, ensuring they are properly applied across SharePoint and other Microsoft 365 apps (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel).
Implement features like encryption, access control, watermarking, and automatic label application to protect sensitive data.
Ensure that labels are correctly enforced for authorized access and compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
Monitor and adjust document and site behaviors once sensitivity labels are applied, ensuring that permissions are automatically adjusted based on the classification.
Manage sharing settings and restrictions based on the applied labels (e.g., limiting sharing for confidential documents).

Apply sensitivity labels to entire SharePoint sites (team sites or communication sites) to ensure site-wide content protection.
Ensure that all documents and data within a labeled site are classified and protected according to the sensitivity level.

Enforce compliance policies for handling sensitive data across SharePoint and other Microsoft 365 applications.
Ensure that all labeling practices adhere to organizational and regulatory compliance standards.
Set up automated labeling rules within the Microsoft 365 Compliance Center to apply labels based on content types, keywords, metadata, or other criteria.

Regularly review and update automatic labeling configurations to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Skills & Qualifications:

Experience in working with Microsoft 365 Compliance tools, specifically Sensitivity Labels and Microsoft Purview.
Strong understanding of SharePoint, document libraries, and information management policies.
Familiarity with Microsoft Information Protection (MIP) and data classification principles.
Ability to configure and manage sensitivity labels across SharePoint and other Microsoft 365 apps.

Preferred Qualifications:

Microsoft certifications related to Microsoft 365 Compliance or SharePoint.
Experience with automated labeling and content management strategies in Microsoft 365.
Ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including IT, security, and compliance departments.

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