Lumesse

Data Protection Advisor (Transformation) Location: Hybrid working You will support the Data Protection Officer in providing data protection compliance advice to Connells Group Companies, assisting with the identification and management of data protection risks arising from business operations and transformation programmes. The transformation aspect to the role offers the opportunity to gain experience working with cross-functional teams throughout the group such as Group Technology, Security, Legal, Enterprise Risk, People Team, Group Companies and external third-party providers. Your responsibilities will include: Assist the Data Protection Officer in conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments for change programmes and new initiatives Help maintain and update Records of Processing Activities (ROPA) across Group Companies Assist in the review of Data Protection operational processes and identify areas for improvement Support risk owners in identifying and applying controls to manage data protection risks. Contribute to the development and maturity of the Data Protection programme and Project workstream alongside team colleagues Support data protection training initiatives and awareness programmes Support supplier and third-party due diligence reviews We are looking for someone who has: Minimum 2-3 years' experience in a data protection, compliance or privacy related role Experience working in a commercial environment (B2C or B2B) Understanding of data protection principles and regulatory requirements Competently complete Data Protection Impact Assessments and Record of Processing Activities. Good understanding of technology and data flows in business contexts Strong analytical and problem solving skills Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to explain complex privacy concepts in simple terms Strong organisational and time management skills Good understanding of UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018 Knowledge of PECR requirements Understanding of privacy by design principles Awareness of individual rights under data protection law Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.

Lumesse is seeking a Data Protection Advisor (Transformation) who will support the Data Protection Officer in ensuring data protection compliance across Connells Group Companies. This hybrid role involves working with various teams to manage data protection risks, conduct assessments, and contribute to the development of the Data Protection programme. Ideal candidates should have 2-3 years of experience and a solid understanding of UK data protection laws.

Working within the Cyber Platforms team, the Senior Cyber Platforms Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and operational support of enterprise security platforms that underpin Connells Group's cyber strategy. The role focuses on ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data through proactive engineering, automation, and continuous improvement. The post holder will lead on securing identity, information, and privileged access platforms while reducing operational overhead through automation and "shift-left" practices. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain enterprise security platforms (e.g. Identity, Privileged Access, Information Protection, Endpoint Security). Lead the engineering and operational support of platforms such as Microsoft Entra ID, Purview, PAM/PIM, and Defender. Drive adoption of secure-by-design and Zero Trust principles across infrastructure and services. Troubleshoot and resolve complex platform and security incidents, ensuring timely restoration of service. Own problem management activities, including root cause analysis and implementation of long-term fixes. Develop and implement automation and scripting solutions (e.g. PowerShell) to reduce manual intervention and improve resilience. Support delivery of cyber and infrastructure projects, providing subject matter expertise. Collaborate with Architecture, GRC, Risk, and Operations teams to align solutions to business and regulatory requirements. Contribute to platform roadmaps, ensuring alignment with organisational cyber strategy. Prepare and maintain clear technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures. Provide mentorship and guidance to engineers and analysts within the Cyber Platforms team. Engage with third party suppliers and managed service providers where required. Day to Day Technical Responsibilities Identity & Access Management Engineer and support Microsoft Entra ID, including RBAC, Conditional Access, and identity lifecycle. Support and enhance privileged access controls across PAM/PIM solutions. Enforce least privilege and secure administrative access (Tier 0/Tier 1 controls). Security Platform Engineering Configure and optimise Microsoft Defender security controls across endpoints and servers. Contribute to secure configuration baselines and hardening standards. Support ongoing platform improvements and feature adoption. Automation & Operational Excellence Develop automation for repeatable processes (e.g. access reviews, certificate lifecycle, policy deployment). Improve monitoring, alerting, and operational visibility across security platforms. Reduce manual workload through scripting and integration. Security Monitoring & Incident Support Investigate platform related security incidents and support response activities. Work with SOC and MSSP providers to improve detection and response capabilities. Contribute to continuous improvement of detection rules and playbooks. Connells GroupUK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.

Lumesse is seeking a Senior Cyber Platforms Engineer to oversee the design and operational support of enterprise security platforms, ensuring the integrity and availability of data. The successful candidate will focus on Microsoft Entra ID, security automation, and incident response, vital for Connells Group's cyber strategy. Responsibilities include leading platform enhancements and collaborating across departments to meet security requirements. This role champions automation and secure practices.

Lumesse is seeking a Cyber Platforms Engineer to manage data governance, compliance, and security in Milton Keynes. You will design and implement frameworks that protect organizational data across Microsoft 365 and Azure. The ideal candidate has strong experience in cloud security and governance principles, particularly with tools like Microsoft Purview. The role involves collaboration with various teams to ensure effective data protection and compliance.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Cyber Platforms Engineer to join our Group Technology team in Milton Keynes. In this role, you will be responsible for the design, implementation and ongoing management of the Group's data governance, information protection and compliance capabilities. Operating at the intersection of data, security and compliance, the role ensures that organisational data is discoverable, appropriately classified, protected, and used in line with regulatory and business requirements across Microsoft 365, Azure and wider data platforms. Key Responsibilities: Data Governance & Management Design and manage Microsoft Purview Data Map, Data Catalogue, and governance frameworks Register, classify, and scan data sources across cloud, SaaS, and on-premises environments Maintain accurate metadata, taxonomy, and business glossary Establish data lineage to provide visibility of data flows Define ownership and accountability with data owners and stewards Information Protection & Security Design and implement sensitivity labelling across M365 and Azure Deploy auto-labelling to identify and protect sensitive data (e.g. personal or financial) Implement and manage Data Loss Prevention (DLP) controls Embed information protection into business processes and user workflows Risk, Compliance & Assurance Configure and manage Microsoft Purview compliance capabilities (e.g. Compliance Manager, Insider Risk) Support regulatory requirements such as GDPR Contribute to audits, risk assessments, and control reviews Monitor and report on data protection posture and control effectiveness Develop automation using APIs, scripting, and tooling to improve efficiency Integrate Purview with wider security and data platforms Produce reporting and dashboards on data risk and control performance Identify opportunities to improve data governance maturity Stakeholder Engagement Collaborate with Cyber, Data, Architecture, and business teams Provide guidance on data protection and best practice Drive awareness and adoption of information protection controls Support development of policies, standards, and procedures Experience & Skills Required: Experience in data governance, information protection, or cloud security Hands on experience with Microsoft Purview (or similar tooling) Experience delivering security or compliance controls in M365 and/or Azure Experience in regulated or large scale environments Strong knowledge of data classification, lifecycle, and governance principles Understanding of identity and access control (e.g. Entra ID, RBAC) Experience across structured and unstructured data Qualifications Relevant technical qualifications or equivalent experience. Microsoft certifications (e.g. SC 400, AZ 500, DP 203, AZ 305) Experience with Azure data services (e.g. Data Factory, Synapse, Databricks) Experience integrating data governance with broader security platforms Connells Group UK is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.