Data Assurance Architect

Job Title: Data Assurance Architect
Location: Remote/London (with occasional on-site work)
Contract Type: Contract (6-12 months, with potential extension)

About the Role:
We are seeking a skilled Data Assurance Architect for a contract role, responsible for leading data assurance services for a large-scale digital transformation programme. You will play a critical role in ensuring the integrity, security, and quality of data across various systems, working with internal teams to implement robust data governance frameworks. The role requires expertise in data architecture, compliance, and delivering scalable data solutions that meet stringent regulatory and security standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement data assurance frameworks, focusing on data quality, governance, and security for large datasets.
• Develop and deploy data models, ensuring optimal data management and alignment with business requirements.
• Apply data assurance techniques, including encryption (AES-256), role-based access control (RBAC), and data anonymization to protect sensitive information.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory frameworks
• Conduct data profiling, quality assessments, and remediation of data integrity issues across various platforms.
• Collaborate with internal teams to drive the continuous improvement of data governance processes and methodologies.
• Lead knowledge transfer sessions to enable teams to maintain and build on data assurance solutions.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Proven experience as a Data Assurance Architect, with a strong focus on data quality, governance, and architecture.
• Expertise in designing and implementing data models using tools like Hackolade, and experience working in NoSQL environments.
• Strong working knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, with experience in data pipelines (eg, AWS Glue, Amazon RedShift).
• Experience with data encryption (AES-256), access control (RBAC)
• Proven ability to handle sensitive and personal data securely, adhering to relevant data protection laws and frameworks.
• Familiarity with data governance processes, including metadata management, data lineage, and data quality assessments.
• Excellent collaboration and stakeholder management skills, with experience delivering complex data projects.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience working in large-scale data transformation or digital projects.
• Familiarity with machine learning techniques for data quality and governance enhancement.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work on critical data projects within a dynamic and collaborative environment.
• Competitive day rates and flexible working arrangements.
• Potential for contract extensions based on project needs and performance.

How to Apply:
To apply for this Data Assurance Architect contract role, please submit your CV along with a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience and availability.