Zero-Trust Data Protection Consultant (Microsoft Security)

Avanade Inc.; Sydney; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Avanade in Australia is seeking an experienced Data Protection specialist for a client-facing consulting role. You will design and implement Microsoft Data Protection technologies, with a focus on Microsoft 365 security capabilities, delivering solutions for mid to large global enterprise clients.

Join a security practice that values thought leadership, blogs, and collaboration as you help shape Avanade's security offerings, stay current with new Microsoft updates, and guide internal teams on

Qualifications

• Experience designing and implementing data protection solutions.
• Consulting experience with client-facing engagements is expected.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 security capabilities and SIEM/ID solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Zero Trust architectures using Microsoft security solutions focusing on data protection.
• Lead deployment and configuration of Microsoft Purview for governance, compliance, and data loss prevention.
• Develop and maintain data classification, labeling, and retention policies; advise on privacy controls.

Skills

Data protection

Client-facing

Security architecture

Leadership

Threat intelligence

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Job description

Avanade in Australia is seeking an experienced Data Protection specialist for a client-facing consulting role. You will design and implement Microsoft Data Protection technologies, with a focus on Microsoft 365 security capabilities, delivering solutions for mid to large global enterprise clients.

Join a security practice that values thought leadership, blogs, and collaboration as you help shape Avanade's security offerings, stay current with new Microsoft updates, and guide internal teams on