Senior Microsoft Purview Architect
Cheshire (Remote or Hybrid)
£700 - £750 a day DOE
12-month contract – Inside IR35

Are you an experienced Microsoft Purview Architect looking to take the lead in designing and implementing enterprise-wide data governance and compliance solutions? We are seeking a highly skilled professional to drive the architecture, design, and deployment of Purview solutions, focusing on data scanning, classification, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) across the Microsoft estate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the technical architecture, design, and implementation of Microsoft Purview solutions.
• Design and execute data scanning, classification, and labelling strategies, including AIP, auto-labelling, and client-side labelling for enhanced data security.
• Develop and implement DLP policies and controls to prevent data exfiltration and ensure compliance.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior architects and engineers.
• Collaborate with security, compliance, and IT teams to integrate Purview solutions seamlessly.
• Conduct architecture reviews, assessments, and performance optimizations.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with industry standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to Purview deployments.
• Stay updated with the latest Microsoft compliance and security technologies.
• Document solution architectures, implementation guides, and technical designs.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 8+ years of experience in enterprise security, compliance, or data governance.
• 5+ years of experience working with Microsoft Purview (formerly Microsoft Compliance & Security solutions).
• Strong expertise in data classification, labelling, and DLP solutions.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 Compliance Center, Information Protection, and Endpoint DLP.
• Expertise with SharePoint Online, Teams, OneDrive, and other Microsoft applications.
• Deep understanding of data scanning and discovery across structured and unstructured environments
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft 365 Security & Compliance, and Azure Information Protection (AIP).
• Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation for Purview configurations.
• Strong knowledge of cloud security, Zero Trust principles, and Microsoft Security solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to lead technical design sessions and engage with business stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

Microsoft Certified: Information Protection Administrator Associate (SC-400) or equivalent certification.

If you’re passionate about data security, compliance, and leading transformative solutions, we’d love to hear from you!