Data Architect

Project Role : Data Architect Project Role Description : Define the data requirements and structure for the application. Model and design the application data structure, storage and integration. Must have skills : Data Security Good to have skills : NA Minimum 12 year(s) of experience is required Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education Summary: Lead the design and implementation of enterprise Data Security and Data Protection solutions across cloud, SaaS, on-premise, and hybrid environments. Drive data protection strategy, security architecture, client engagements, and delivery of large-scale transformation programs while ensuring compliance with privacy and regulatory requirements. Data Security Architect / Data Protection Lead Roles & Responsibilities: Act as the SME for Data Security, Data Protection, and Privacy solutions. Design and implement DLP, data classification, discovery, encryption, tokenization, masking, and key management solutions. Define enterprise data security architecture, standards, and governance frameworks. Lead security assessments, architecture reviews, and data protection transformation programs. Own delivery management, solution quality, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Build strong client relationships, lead workshops, and act as a trusted advisor to client leadership. Collaborate with business, technology, privacy, and security teams to address data protection requirements. Mentor team members and manage delivery teams. Professional & Technical Skills: 12+ years of Cyber Security experience with strong expertise in Data Security / Data Protection. Hands-on experience with DLP, encryption, tokenization, masking, key management, and privacy controls. Experience with Microsoft Purview, Netskope, Forcepoint, Symantec/Broadcom DLP, or similar platforms. Strong understanding of GDPR, DPDP, PCI-DSS, ISO 27001, and related regulations. Excellent client-facing, stakeholder management, and consulting skills. Additional Requirements Ability to work from client locations (5 days/week) as required. Strong focus on client relationship building, advisory, and service delivery. Experience leading large teams and managing complex security engagements. Additional Information: The candidate should have minimum 12 years of experience in Data Security. This position is based at our Gurugram office. A 15 years full time education is required. 15 years full time education Important Notice We have been alerted to the existence of fraudulent messages asking job seekers to set up payment to cover various costs associated with establishing employment at Accenture. No one is ever required to pay for employment at Accenture. If you are contacted by someone asking for payment, please do not respond, and contact us at india.fc.check@accenture.com immediately. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. Please read Accenture’s Recruiting and Hiring Statement for more information on how we process your data during the Recruiting and Hiring process.