We are looking for a Purview Architect to join a consultancy team supporting clients in Ontario. In this role, you will lead the design and delivery of Microsoft 365 security, compliance, and modern work solutions, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Purview across enterprise collaboration environments. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strong client engagement skills to guide architecture decisions, support implementation, and help organizations strengthen governance and information protection practices.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement Microsoft Purview solutions across SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Exchange to support information protection, compliance, and eDiscovery objectives.

• Advise clients on Microsoft 365 architecture, including security, governance, and deployment considerations for enterprise-scale environments.

• Lead planning and rollout activities for technologies such as Purview, Defender, Intune, and related Microsoft security and compliance tools.

• Translate business needs into practical technical solutions and oversee delivery from discovery and design through implementation and adoption.

• Support governance and compliance initiatives by defining controls, policies, and operating approaches aligned with client requirements.

• Build strong client relationships by presenting recommendations, explaining risks, and communicating project updates to technical and executive stakeholders.

• Contribute to project leadership by coordinating team efforts, reviewing work quality, and mentoring colleagues across engagements.

• Assist with proposal development, solution strategy, and other business development activities for prospective client opportunities.

• Minimum 5 years of experience focused on architecture and implementation of Microsoft 365 security and modern work solutions.

• Strong hands-on expertise with Microsoft 365 administration and proven experience designing and deploying Microsoft Purview capabilities.

• Experience delivering solutions in large or global Microsoft 365 tenant environments; Microsoft Sentinel and Defender experience required.

• Working knowledge of technologies such as Entra, Azure, Microsoft Graph, PowerShell, PnP, Microsoft Migration Manager, and third-party migration tools.

• Ability to manage requirements, support testing and documentation, and move initiatives from solution planning through rollout.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain issues, risks, and recommendations to clients, including senior leaders. Bilingual (French) would be ideal.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or another relevant technical discipline.

• Microsoft certifications in security, compliance, or cybersecurity architecture are strongly preferred.

Compensation and Benefits ...

This company has an extensive total compensation package. The salary range for this role is 130,000 to 145,000/yr plus a bonus, health spending account, professional development reimbursement, pension plan, and paid vacation time.

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