MS Purview Architect
Hybrid working (2-3 days per week onsite in Knutsford, Cheshire)
6 Month contract initially, good scope for extension
£425 - £450 p/d (Umbrella-PAYE)

One of our blue chip clients are looking for an MS Purview Architect with good experience of the MS stack, to join the team on a long term programme of work.

Key Responsibilities:
* Lead technical architecture design and implementation of Microsoft Purview solutions.
* Design and execute data scanning and labelling (AIP labelling, auto-labelling, and client-side labelling strategies to enhance data protection.
* 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 optimisations.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
* Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to Purview deployments.
* Stay updated with the latest Microsoft compliance and security technologies and best practices.
* Document solution architectures, implementation guides, and technical designs.


Key Skills / Experience:
* Solid experience in enterprise security, compliance, or data governance.
* Good 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.

This is a great opportunity on a long running programme of work.
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