Help AG is seeking for a Data Classification Consultant with hands-on experience in identifying, classifying, and securing unstructured data using industry-leading tools such as Microsoft Purview, GitVisibility, and Symantec DLP. The ideal candidate will have a solid security background and experience working closely with business stakeholders to identify sensitive information and implement appropriate handling and protection strategies.

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in cybersecurity, data protection, or information governance.
• Hands-on working experience with data classification consulting specifically, and classification technology as an added value.
• Familiarity with unstructured data environments and classification challenges.
• Strong communication skills to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Knowledge of relevant data privacy regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) is a plus.
• Microsoft Information Protection certifications or equivalent is a plus.
• CompTIA Security+, CIPP, or equivalent is a plus.

ABOUT US

Help AG is the cybersecurity arm of e& enterprise (formerly Etisalat Digital) and provides leading enterprise businesses and governments across the Middle East with strategic consultancy combined with tailored information security services and solutions that address their diverse requirements, enabling them to evolve securely with a competitive edge.
Present in the Middle East since 2004, Help AG was strategically acquired by e& (formerly Etisalat Group) in Feb 2020, hence creating a cybersecurity and digital transformation powerhouse in the region.
Help AG has firmly established itself as the region’s trusted IT security advisor by remaining vendor-agnostic, trustworthy, independent, and cybersecurity focused. With best-of-breed technologies from industry-leading vendor partners, expertly qualified service delivery teams and a state-of-the-art consulting practice, Help AG delivers unmatched value to its customers by strengthening their cyber defenses and safeguarding their business.

• Collaborate with business users to identify critical and sensitive information across departments.
• Support users in classifying data based on business value, sensitivity, and regulatory requirements.
• Guide stakeholders in defining handling and sharing protocols for classified data.
• Provide guidance to the technical implementation team for translating the business requirement to technical configurable classification and protection policies. (e.g., Microsoft Purview, GetVisibility).
• Work with security and compliance teams to align data classification efforts with regulatory needs.
• Develop awareness material and provide knowledge transfer for data classification procedures and best practices.
• Provide insights on improving data governance and risk reduction through data classification.