Data Classification Product Manager

About DMI

DMI is a leading provider of digital services and technology solutions, headquartered in Tysons Corner, VA. With a focus on end-to-end managed IT services, including managed mobility, cloud, cybersecurity, network operations, and application development, DMI supports public sector agencies and commercial enterprises around the globe. Recognized as a Top Workplace, DMI is committed to delivering secure, efficient, and cost-effective solutions that drive measurable results. Learn more at www.dminc.com

About the Opportunity

DMI, LLC is seeking a Data Classification Product Manager to join us. 

The Data Classification Product Manager will lead the strategy, development, and enterprise-wide adoption of the County’s data classification framework. This role is critical to ensuring that data is appropriately labeled, protected, and governed in accordance with internal policy and regulatory compliance requirements.

As the product owner of this strategic capability, the product manager will partner with Compliance, Security, Legal, IT, and Business Units to define and drive implementation of data governance policies and enablement through tools such as Microsoft Purview and related M365 Compliance technologies.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Product Strategy & Ownership• Define and champion the County’s enterprise data classification product vision, goals, and roadmap.• Translate legal, regulatory, and business needs into actionable product features and priorities.• Own and manage the product backlog, prioritizing enhancements and integrations that improve compliance and reduce risk.• Serve as the primary liaison between stakeholder groups including Legal, IT, Security, Records Management, and business departments.

Governance & Framework Development• Lead development of classification policies, label taxonomy, and operational standards for data protection (e.g., Confidential, Internal, Public).• Establish governance structures to ensure sustained policy adoption and oversight.• Collaborate with compliance stakeholders to maintain policy alignment with HIPAA, CJIS, PCI-DSS, GDPR, and other applicable standards.

Tool Integration & Delivery Oversight• Guide technical implementation of Microsoft Purview and M365 Information Protection solutions in coordination with security and platform teams.• Ensure that sensitivity labels, DLP policies, retention labels, and related features are configured and maintained in line with the product roadmap.• Oversee reporting and analytics to measure adoption, compliance, and effectiveness of classification initiatives.

Change Management & Stakeholder Engagement• Drive cross-departmental engagement to build awareness and foster adoption of classification practices.• Assist with developing communication and training strategies to support change readiness and minimize resistance.• Track adoption metrics and stakeholder feedback to iterate and improve the classification product experience.

Qualifications

Education and Years of Experience:  Bachelor’s degree in Information Governance, Business Administration, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or a related field.

Required and Desired Skills/Certifications:

• Proven experience as a Product Manager or Product Owner in enterprise data governance or compliance-related initiatives.MCCATS TOPR M618-25-TEBS• Strong understanding of data classification, retention, and lifecycle management in a regulated enterprise environment.• Familiarity with Microsoft Purview, M365 Compliance Center, Sensitivity Labels, DLP policies, and Information Protection capabilities.• Experience collaborating with engineering and security teams on implementation.• Working knowledge of data protection frameworks such as NIST, CJIS, CCPA, GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.• Ability to interpret regulatory requirements and translate them into technical and operational policy.• Exceptional communication and facilitation skills; able to align diverse stakeholder groups toward a common goal.• Adept at managing competing priorities and driving cross-functional collaboration.• Familiarity with broader Microsoft 365 security tools including Entra and Microsoft Defender.• Experience reporting compliance or governance metrics using tools such as Power BI.• Certifications such as PMP, CIPP, CIPT, or other data governance/security credentials

Min Citizenship Status Required: H1B

Physical Requirements: No Physical requirement needed for this position.

Location:THE CONTRACTOR WILL FOLLOW A HYBRID WORK SCHEDULE, SEVERAL DAYS ONSITE AND SEVERAL DAYS REMOTE EACH WEEK. THE OFFICE LOCATION IS 27 COURTHOUSE SQUARE, ROCKVILLE, MD.

Working at DMI

DMI is a diverse, prosperous, and rewarding place to work. Being part of the DMI family means we care about your wellbeing. As such, we offer a variety of perks and benefits that help meet various interests and needs, while still having the opportunity to work directly with a number of our award-winning, Fortune 1000 clients. The following categories make up your DMI wellbeing:

• Convenience/Concierge - Virtual visits through health insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, discount tickets for movies, travel, and many other items to provide convenience.
• Development – Annual performance management, continuing education, and tuition assistance, internal job opportunities along with career enrichment and advancement to help each employee with their professional and personal development.
• Financial – Generous 401k matches both pre-tax and post-tax (ROTH) contributions along with financial wellness education, EAP, Life Insurance and Disability help provide financial stability for each DMI employee.
• Recognition – Great achievements do not go unnoticed by DMI through Annual Awards ceremony, service anniversaries, peer-to-peer acknowledgment, employee referral bonuses.
• Wellness – Healthcare benefits, Wellness programs, Flu Shots, Biometric screenings, and several other wellness options.

Employees are valued for their talents and contributions. We all take pride in helping our customers achieve their goals, which in turn contributes to the overall success of the company.

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