Information Protection Senior Analyst

Job title: Information Protection Senior Analyst

About the Role

McKesson is seeking a Information Protection Senior Analyst to help safeguard enterprise data assets across Microsoft 365 and cloud environments. This role will lead the design, implementation, and optimization of information protection and data security controls, ensuring sensitive information is appropriately discovered, classified, protected, and governed.

The ideal candidate combines deep technical expertise in Microsoft Purview, cloud data security, compliance frameworks, and cybersecurity operations with the ability to influence security strategy and drive cross-functional collaboration. This role supports McKesson's commitment to protecting critical business and healthcare information while enabling secure business innovation

What You'll Do

• Lead enterprise-wide data protection initiatives using Microsoft Purview Information Protection, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and data classification capabilities.

• Design and implement security controls across Microsoft 365, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams, Exchange Online, and approved SaaS platforms.

• Develop and maintain data discovery programs, sensitive data inventories, and information governance processes.

• Create, optimize, and manage data protection policies, labeling strategies, retention controls, and DLP monitoring.

• Support regulatory and compliance requirements including HIPAA, HITRUST, GDPR, PCI-DSS, and SOX.

• Conduct security assessments, risk analyses, and remediation activities related to data security and cloud services.

• Develop automation, analytics, dashboards, and reporting to enhance operational efficiency and security visibility.

• Partner with security, compliance, legal, privacy, and technology teams to strengthen enterprise data protection capabilities.

• Basic Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in cybersecurity, information security, cloud security, data protection, or related security disciplines.

• Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent work experience.

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview Information Protection, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), sensitivity labels, and data classification technologies.

• Experience securing Microsoft 365 environments including SharePoint Online, OneDrive, Teams, and Exchange Online.

• Experience implementing and managing enterprise data protection and information governance programs.

• Knowledge of cloud security controls, security monitoring, risk management, and incident response practices.

• Experience supporting regulatory compliance requirements such as HIPAA, GDPR, PCI-DSS, HITRUST, or SOX.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder communication, and documentation skills.

• Preferred Skills/Experience

• Experience with Insider Risk Management, Information Governance, Data Lifecycle Management, and Records Management.

• Experience with Microsoft Defender, Microsoft Sentinel, or other security monitoring platforms.

• Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python, KQL, or similar technologies.

• Experience building security metrics, dashboards, reporting frameworks, and executive-level presentations.

• Knowledge of Zero Trust security architecture and cloud security best practices.

• Experience evaluating and implementing emerging cybersecurity and data protection technologies.

• Relevant certifications such as SC-400, SC-300, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, or GIAC certifications.

• Experience mentoring analysts and leading cross-functional security initiatives.

• Travel / Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid or remote environment while collaborating across multiple teams and time zones.

• Limited travel may be required based on business needs.

• Ability to perform standard computer-based work for extended periods.