Data Architect & Team Lead - Data Security

Data Architect & Team Lead - Data Security

My market leading private security firm is looking for an experienced Data Architect & Team Lead to join a busy data warehouse programme for the UK Government. The ideal candidate will have experience of working on contact centre operations and data security expertise.

Essential Skills

• Commercial Understanding: Demonstrate a strong understanding of the business and how data can drive commercial success.
• Proactive & Responsible: Be motivated, proactive, and responsible for your own performance and actions.
• Excellent Communication: Possess strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Data Security Expertise: Have an in-depth understanding of data security principles and best practices.
• Extensive experience in establishing and managing successful data warehouse environments.
• A strong understanding of data modelling principles and best practices.
• Proven ability to lead and mentor a high-performing data team.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills.

Desirable Skills:

• Background: Experience in a Computer Science or Data Management field.
• Industry Knowledge: Working knowledge of Contact Centre Operations.
• Technical Skills: Experience with Domo, Cloud Composer, and relevant data integration tools (Data Fusion/Flow/Proc/Peek/Analytics).
• Experience of working within the UK government public sector (Employment & 'Welfare for Work' preferred).
• AI/AI Risk: Understanding of AI/Artificial Intelligence risks and opportunities.

Key Role Duties

• Lead Data Architecture & Engineering: Design, implement and maintain a robust and scalable data architecture, encompassing data warehousing, data lakes, and data pipelines. Ensure data quality, integrity, and security across all data sources. Develop and maintain data standards, policies, and procedures.
• Team Leadership & Development: Lead and mentor a high-performing team of data professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous learning. Guide team members in their career development and goal achievement.
• Data Governance & Compliance: Oversee data governance activities, including data quality assessments and compliance with data regulations (e.g., GDPR).
• Project Delivery & Stakeholder Management: Lead and manage data-related projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with stakeholders across the organisation to gather requirements and deliver data solutions that meet business needs.
• Business Intelligence & Insights: Translate data into actionable insights to support business decision-making. Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and dashboards using tools like Power BI.
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation: Identify and implement opportunities to improve data processes and technologies. Stay abreast of the latest data technologies and trends.
• Strategic Partnerships & Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organisation, including leadership, contract delivery, and information security.
• Future-Proofing & Technical Excellence: Support data innovation and maintain a fit-for-purpose technology approach with a focus on technical excellence and continuous improvement.

The role is fully remote but requires attending a monthly meeting in Rotherham.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a major UK project. If interested, please get in touch ASAP as we have interview slots ready to be filled.

The quickest way to reach me is to either reply to this advert or email your CV directly to (see below).