Data Architect

ProViso Staffing; Toronto; On-site; CAD 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency in Toronto is seeking a Data Architect to support a multi-phase audit remediation program focused on access management and governance of unstructured data. Candidates should have over 9 years of experience in technical documentation, familiarity with data storage technologies, and a degree in a technical field. This contract position offers a competitive rate, working with cross-functional teams to implement governance frameworks and compliance measures within the bank.

Qualifications

• 9+ years in technical documentation and reporting.
• 5-8 years with storage technologies like NetApp and SharePoint.
• 5+ years in audit controls and system development.

Responsibilities

• Assess and document NetApp and SharePoint environments.
• Map and analyze access controls and permissions.
• Generate technical reports for audit compliance.
• Collaborate with stakeholders on governance frameworks.

Skills

Technical documentation

Reporting

Storage technologies

Data ownership documentation

Analytical problem-solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

NetApp

SharePoint

OneDrive

SailPoint

Microsoft Purview

Job description

Story Behind the Need

Business group: Employee Digital Experience – Delivery team and support for employee technology within the bank. End user and field support. Access provision and delivery of Microsoft products. Program: Unstructured Data – Shared Drives Program. The main function of a Data Architect is to establish system information requirements through analysis in the development of data-wide or large-scale information systems.

Candidate Value Proposition

Join our team to support a multi-phase audit remediation program focused on access management and governance of unstructured data repositories (NetApp Shared Drives and SharePoint).

• You will be responsible for technical assessment, inventory, access mapping, ownership documentation, and supporting compliance deliverables.

Typical Day in Role

• Assess and document NetApp and SharePoint environments, including inventory of folders, sites, and data repositories
• Map and analyze access controls, permissions, and AD group memberships
• Identify and document data ownership and stewardship at folder/site/share level
• Support quarterly access reviews and recertification processes
• Generate technical reports and evidence for audit closure and compliance
• Collaborate with PM, compliance, and business stakeholders to implement governance frameworks
• Assist with migration planning and execution (NetApp to SharePoint)
• Leverage tools such as BigID, SailPoint, Microsoft Purview for data discovery, classification, and reporting
• Contribute to training and awareness campaigns for secure file management practices

Candidate Requirements/Must Have Skills

• 9 years of experience in technical documentation and reporting
• 5-8 years of combined experience with storage technologies, including NetApp (CIFS/NFS), SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Active Directory group management.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in audit controls, system development, and the implementation of policies and procedures, and retention policies

Nice-To-Have Skills

• Spanish is an asset
• Experience with IAM tools (SailPoint, BigID, Microsoft Purview) is an asset
• Experience in financial services or regulated environments
• Knowledge of risk-based remediation and migration strategies
• Certifications in information security, data governance, or Microsoft technologies
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance (OSFI, PIPEDA, GDPR, SOX, Basel III)

Soft Skills Required

• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Analytical problem-solving skills
• Efficient communication skills (listening, written, oral)
• Team player with the ability to work autonomously
• Strong research skills to gather relevant information from various sources.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering, or a related field or a college Degree required, with an MBA or related advanced degree preferred.

Best Candidate

• The best candidate will have a proven track record in requirements gathering, solution design, and RFP development across multiple organizations, particularly in regulated environments. The best candidate will bring hands-on expertise in data migration projects, with deep familiarity in tools and platforms such as NETAPP (for legacy storage architecture) SharePoint mainly, and SailPoint (for identity and access management), and Microsoft Purview (for data classification and governance).
• The role demands someone who can engage confidently with senior stakeholders, navigate complex governance landscapes, and think creatively to propose scalable, forward-looking storage solutions. Their ability to synthesize technical insights with business priorities will be critical in driving adoption and ensuring alignment with compliance and audit objectives.

Candidate Review & Selection Process

• Interview Format: 1 round – 30 mins – MS Teams video interview
• Interviewer: Hiring Manager and SharePoint Director
• Structure: Candidate introduction, Technical Interview, Discussion of background and experience
• 2nd round – Final 30 minutes – Video call – Panel interview with PM and Compliance Analyst
• Cultural fit – Role overview – and previous experiences.

Job Details

13594

Contract

1 Year

Scarborough

77.00 CAD

Recruiter

Varun Puggal

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