Information Security Architect

Microsoft Purview DLP Specialist (MUST BE SC Cleared)

Location: Fully Remote

Rate: £700 per day (Inside IR35)

Duration: ASAP – End of March 2026

Clearance: MUST hold ACTIVE SC clearance (must not have lapsed)

We are seeking a highly experienced Microsoft Security Architect to provide expert-level security architecture, design, and assurance across complex enterprise environments.

You will act as a technical SME for the Microsoft Security stack, advising on secure design, implementation, optimisation, and best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead secure design and architecture for Microsoft Security solutions
• Review existing and proposed security architectures and recommend improvements
• Provide expert, risk-based security guidance to senior technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Support security assurance, standards alignment, and secure-by-design principles

Essential Technical Skills (Must Have)

• Microsoft Purview

Experience Required

• 3–5+ years as a Cyber Security Architect / Senior Cyber Security Professional
• Strong senior stakeholder engagement and advisory experience
• Proven delivery of security architecture for large, complex environments
• Deep understanding of security and privacy risk (CIA, non-repudiation, privacy)
• Hands-on experience with standards such as NIST, ISO, CIS, Cyber Essentials
• Security assurance, audit, and risk management expertise

Preferred Certifications

SC-100, SC-200, SC-300, SC-400 / SC-401

(CISSP, CCSP, CISM, or equivalent highly desirable)