Matthew Silcox

📋 Biography

Matthew Silcox is a Data Security Architect specializing in Microsoft Purview implementations and multi-platform data protection strategies. As a consultant, Matthew designs and delivers comprehensive Purview implementations for customers across healthcare, financial services, and enterprise sectors. His approach emphasizes pragmatic solutions over theoretical frameworks, building architectures that function reliably in production environments with complex legacy systems and diverse data estates. Matthew's expertise centers on bridging Microsoft Purview with third-party DLP platforms through the Microsoft Information Protection SDK, enabling organizations to leverage existing security investments while adopting cloud-native protection capabilities. Prior to focusing on Purview, Matthew served in the United States Marine Corps, bringing disciplined problem-solving and systematic approaches to complex technical challenges. He's based in Cleveland, Ohio, and is an avid rock climber.