Microsoft Purview Architect

Resonaite; Toronto; On-site; CAD 153,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Toronto is seeking a Senior Purview Architect to design and implement Microsoft Purview solutions for enterprise data governance and compliance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in data governance, compliance, and Microsoft Purview integration. This role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure effective data management and compliance with regulatory standards. The position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in data governance, compliance, or enterprise data architecture.
• 3+ years with Microsoft Purview and Azure Data Services.

Responsibilities

• Architect and implement Microsoft Purview solutions for data governance.
• Collaborate with teams to align implementation with business requirements.
• Lead workshops to enhance Purview adoption.

Skills

Data Governance

Compliance

Data Architecture

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate

Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Azure Data Services

PowerShell

Python

Azure Synapse Analytics

Azure Data Factory

SQL Server

Power BI

Job description

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We are seeking a Senior Purview Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Microsoft Purview solutions for enterprise data governance and compliance.

The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Microsoft Purview, data cataloging, governance, compliance, and security, along with experience integrating Purview with other enterprise systems.

Responsibilities:

• Architect and implement Microsoft Purview solutions to support enterprise-wide data governance, compliance, and security initiatives.
• Define and develop metadata management, data lineage, data classification, and access policies within Microsoft Purview.
• Collaborate with data governance, security, and compliance teams to align Purview implementation with business and regulatory requirements.
• Design and implement data discovery, classification, and cataloging strategies to ensure data traceability and accessibility.
• Integrate Microsoft Purview with Azure Data Services, Power BI, SQL Server, and other enterprise platforms.
• Optimize performance, security, and automation of Purview solutions through scripting and API integrations.
• Provide guidance on best practices for data governance, risk management, and compliance using Purview.
• Lead workshops and training sessions for internal stakeholders to enhance Purview adoption and data governance maturity.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Purview deployments, ensuring scalability and reliability.
• Stay updated on Microsoft Purview advancements and industry best practices to drive continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in data governance, compliance, or enterprise data architecture.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview and Azure Data Services.
• Expertise in data classification, metadata management, data lineage, and data cataloging.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, SOC 2).
• Experience integrating Microsoft Purview with Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Data Factory, SQL Server, and Power BI.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python for automation.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience working with security and compliance teams to enforce data access controls and policies.
• Knowledge of data security concepts such as encryption, access management, and data masking.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate or Azure Security Engineer Associate.
• Experience with Azure Policy, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and Information Protection.
• Knowledge of AI/ML-driven data governance and automated classification.
• Experience in large-scale data governance implementations in enterprise environments.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Professional Services

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