At Avanade, cybersecurity consultants are innovators, risk-takers, and challengers of the status quo. If you’re an experienced Data Protection Consultant, who can help our clients solve complex Data Protection business challenges, this might be the perfect opportunity for you. Come join us In a client-facing consulting role, you will work on exciting projects that transform our client’s Data Protection solutions through the design and implementation of predominantly Microsoft Data Protection technologies, with a focus on the Microsoft 365 security capabilities. As a member of our security practice, you will work for both Avanade and Accenture clients, ranging from medium to large global enterprise clients. Join a curious and diverse team that’s passionate about next-gen tech and establish yourself as a Leader in the Security space. Together, let’s transform cybersecurity. What you’ll do * Understand Microsoft Information Protection with data classification infrastructures and techniques to classify data both on-premises and in the cloud. * Work with Data Loss Prevention technologies across endpoints. * Deeply understand the underlying Identity and Access management solutions required to operate Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Threat Protection capabilities. Skills and experiences Microsoft skills & Industry knowledge: * Proven experience of Microsoft Information Protection and with data classification infrastructures and techniques to classifying unstructured and structured data both on-premises and in the cloud. * Proven experience with Data Loss Prevention technologies across endpoints, email and the internet. * Deep expertise of techniques and approaches towards the protection of data stored in databases and applications. * Deep expertise in data confidentiality and data integrity principles. * Deep expertise of the business, privacy, security, and compliance challenges surrounding Data Protection, including being able to research and understand data privacy requirements. * With an eye to the future, you are aware of emerging technologies in the Data Protection space. About you Characteristics that can spell success for this role · You are experienced in leading medium to large projects and project teams. · You are experienced with managing deliverables and being responsible for delivering against critical milestones. · You have some experience in solution architecture. · You have some experience in developing and maintaining long term strategic client relationships. · You may possess one or more certifications Enjoy your career Some of the best things about working at Avanade · Opportunity to work for Microsoft’s Global Alliance Partner of the Year (14 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications) · Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally · Dedicated career advisor to encourage your growth · Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you Find out more about some of our benefits here. A great place to work As you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you’ll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return. As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and our communities. You’ll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor, and guide you, but to also lean on your expertise. You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact, and live. It’s all here, so take a closer look! We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Visit our Inclusion & Diversity page. Create a future for our people that focuses on • Expanding your thinking • Experimenting courageously • Learning and pivoting Inspire greatness in our people by • Empowering every voice • Encouraging boldness • Celebrating progress Accelerate the impact of our people by • Amazing the client • Prioritizing what matters • Acting as one Learn more To learn more about the types of projects our Security team works on check out these case studies: · Adopt Zero Trust security model for an agile security posture · KEHA Centre ensures data security and mitigates customer risk Interested in knowing what’s going on inside Avanade? Check out our blogs: · Avanade Insights - exchange ideas that drive tomorrow’s innovation · Inside Avanade - explore what life is like working at Avanade We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. 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