IT Technical Analyst – Data Governance & Microsoft Purview

Myticas Consulting; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm in Canada is looking for an experienced IT Technical Analyst. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience, with strong skills in Microsoft Purview and Microsoft 365. Responsibilities include policy development, data cataloging, and compliance monitoring. This position offers a chance to work in a collaborative environment, focusing on data governance and security practices.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as an IT Technical Analyst.
• 1–3 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft 365.
• 1–3 years of experience with Microsoft Purview.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain data policies.
• Build and manage a centralized data catalog.
• Conduct risk assessments for compliance monitoring.

Skills

In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Purview

Experience with Microsoft 365

Understanding of data governance frameworks

Strong analytical mindset

Proficiency with scripting tools like PowerShell

Experience in compliance standards

Job description

Required Experience Needed

• 3–5 years of experience as an IT Technical Analyst
• 1–3 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft 365
• 1–3 years of experience working with Microsoft Purview

Core Competencies Required

• Technical Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Purview, Microsoft 365 workloads, and Azure capabilities, with a strong foundation in cloud-based data governance solutions.
• Data Governance & Security: Solid understanding of data governance frameworks, data lifecycle management, and security best practices to ensure organizational compliance and data integrity.
• Compliance Expertise: Familiarity with data protection regulations and compliance standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and other regional or industry-specific frameworks.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Strong analytical mindset and troubleshooting abilities to address complex governance and data classification challenges.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse teams including data architects, business analysts, and cybersecurity professionals.
• Automation & Scripting: Proficiency with scripting tools such as PowerShell for automating workflows and integrating Purview capabilities across systems.

Nice to Have

• Experience with Exact Data Match (EDM) for advanced data classification and protection.

Key Responsibilities

• Policy Development & Enforcement: Design, implement, and maintain data policies including Data Loss Prevention (DLP), data retention, and sensitive information protection measures.
• Data Cataloging & Lineage: Build and manage a centralized data catalog, define metadata standards, and establish data lineage to promote transparency and data discoverability.
• Risk & Compliance Monitoring: Conduct risk assessments, proactively monitor for compliance violations, and implement remediation strategies leveraging Purview’s capabilities.
• System Integration: Seamlessly integrate Microsoft Purview with Microsoft 365 workloads and other enterprise data sources to enhance governance coverage.
• Reporting & Insights: Generate actionable insights through reports on data usage, compliance status, and governance gaps to support continuous improvement.