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Enterprise Data Architect

Lead the design and implementation of an enterprise-wide data classification and governance strategy. Gather business requirements and translate them into governance and compliance policies.

  • Remote
  • Canada
  • Posted Jul 14, 2026
  • 1 position

Job summary

Position: Enterprise Data Architect Location: Remote (Canada) | Occasional travel as required Salary: Up to $120 per hour CAD Job Type: 6-month contract + extension/potential conversion Posting Type: Open vacancy Our client is looking for an experienced Enterprise Data Architect to lead the development of an enterprise-wide data classification and governance strategy. This is a strategic role focused on defining governance frameworks, aligning stakeholders, and establishing best practices for handling sensitive data across the organization. Core Responsibilities: - Lead the design and implementation of an enterprise-wide data classification and governance strategy. - Gather business requirements and translate them into governance and compliance policies. - Define data classification standards, handling policies, and roadmaps. - Evaluate existing security platforms while maintaining a vendor-agnostic, strategyfirst approach. - Communicate recommendations and governance frameworks to both technical and business stakeholders. Must-Have: - Active Canadian Secret Security Clearance (mandatory) - Senior Enterprise Architect or Data Architect experience - Broad security architecture knowledge, including Microsoft Purview, Microsoft 365, Zscaler, CrowdStrike, DLP, Zero Trust, and Information Governance - Experience working in regulated or classified environments Nice to Have: - TOGAF, CISSP, CDMP, or similar certifications - Experience building a data governance program from the ground up This is an opportunity to lead a high-impact enterprise initiative and shape the long-term data governance strategy for a complex, highly regulated organization. Please send your resume in Word format to Adam Bendersky at adam.bendersky@quantum-qtr.com. REFER A NEW HIRE AND EARN A CASH BONUS! For details, click here. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team, and hiring decisions are made by people. We may also use AI-enabled tools to support parts of the application review process.

What you’ll do

Lead the design and implementation of an enterprise-wide data classification and governance strategy. Gather business requirements and translate them into governance and compliance policies.

Requirements

Candidates must have an active Canadian Secret Security Clearance and experience as a Senior Enterprise Architect or Data Architect. Broad security architecture knowledge and experience in regulated environments are also required.

Other relevant skills

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  • Enterprise Architect
  • Data Architect
  • Security Architecture
  • Microsoft Purview
  • Microsoft 365
  • Zscaler
  • CrowdStrike
  • DLP
  • Zero Trust
  • Information Governance

Job areas

  • Technology
  • Data & Analytics
  • Software
  • Consulting
  • Government & Public Sector

Additional details

Minimum experience
10+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Associate