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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal Solutions Architect III - **Company:** Indotronix Avani Group - **Location:** Cumberland, RI, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Storage, Collaborative Software, Cyber Security, Data Architecture, Data Discovery, Information Leak Prevention, Data Security, Software Design Patterns, Information Lifecycle Management, Information Security Management, Software Safety, Microsoft SharePoint, SQL Databases, Unstructured Data, Data Classification, Large Language Models, Generative AI, Data Lakes, Information Technology, Collibra, Data Management, Azure Synapse Analytics, Data Pipelines - **Published:** August 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us87a985f4393e7468dd55c28683317e61/eaa ## About the Role Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field, or equivalent experience. - 10+ years of experience in information security or data architecture roles. - Proven expertise in data protection, security architecture, and risk assessment. - Proficiency with Azure Purview, Microsoft 365, SharePoint, and DLP implementations. - Strong communication skills with demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Preferred Skills - Experience in utilities or regulated industries. - Knowledge of data protection in data lakes or Azure Synapse. - Background in LLM security or responsible AI design patterns. - SANS/GIAC, CISSP, or Azure Security certification. - Experience with legacy data cleanup and DSPM platforms. - In-depth understanding of cryptographic standards and quantum-ready cryptography. - Passion for AI safety, responsible data stewardship, and future-proofing sensitive workloads. ## Description Join our dynamic team as a Principal Solutions Architect III and drive the future of data protection and AI security within highly regulated environments. This pivotal contract position offers you the opportunity to architect cutting-edge solutions, influence enterprise strategy, and work alongside talented experts. Leverage your experience to lead data security initiatives, guide AI/ML engineers, and shape the organization's approach to responsible, future-proof data stewardship. Responsibilities - Define and own data protection strategy for structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data, ensuring alignment with NERC, SOX, CCPA, GDPR, and other mandates. - Architect and deploy Azure Purview for advanced data classification and insider risk management. - Lead secure implementation of AI data pipelines, including Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), Vector Databases, and Transparent Data Encryption (TDE) for SQL workloads. - Explore and assess emerging technologies such as Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) and Differential Privacy (DP) for AI/LLM pipelines. - Develop and execute legacy data de-duplication, archiving, and migration strategies, optimizing data lifecycle and mitigating retention risks. - Implement and manage Data Loss Prevention (DLP) across endpoints, email, cloud storage, and collaboration platforms (Microsoft 365, SharePoint). - Provide architectural guidance, author security patterns, develop threat models, and create actionable playbooks for product and AI/ML teams. - Evaluate, integrate, and automate third-party tools for data discovery, tokenization, monitoring, and classification response. - Define DSPM (Data Security Posture Management) strategy and data incident response protocols. - Ensure compliance with all internal policies and standards. ## Related Videos - [Blueprints for Success: Steering a Global Data & AI Architecture](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1577-blueprints-for-success-steering-a-global-data-ai-architecture) - [Empowering Retail Through Applied Machine Learning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/976-empowering-retail-through-applied-machine-learning) - [Startup Presentation: StorX - Future of Cloud Storage](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1176-startup-presentation-storx-future-of-cloud-storage) - [The Data Mesh as the end of the Datalake as we know it](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/156-the-data-mesh-as-the-end-of-the-datalake-as-we-know-it) - [Security Challenges of Breaking A Monolith](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/362-security-challenges-of-breaking-a-monolith) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Stephan Gillich - Bringing AI Everywhere](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/489-stephan-gillich-bringing-ai-everywhere) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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