Microsoft Data & AI Lead

CyberOne; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote-friendly culture

Continuous learning & certifications

Job summary

CyberOne is seeking a Microsoft Data &AI Lead to design, implement and optimise data security and AI solutions for client transformations. You will lead Purview deployments, leverage Copilot for Security, Agent 365, and Azure AI services to deliver secure, compliant outcomes.

The role requires strong stakeholder engagement, a strategic mindset, and hands-on expertise in Microsoft data and AI tooling.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview, Copilot for Microsoft 365 and Agent 365.
• Strong governance knowledge across cloud and hybrid deployments.
• Experience with data protection regulations (GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS).
• Ability to design and deliver professional and managed data security services.
• Hands-on with Azure OpenAI and Cognitive Services for secure AI workloads.
• Excellent client-facing communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as SME for Purview, Copilot, Agent 365.
• Lead Purview deployments design and implementation.
• Deliver secure AI engagements using Agent 365, Azure OpenAI, and ML services.
• Monitor GDPR, AI Act, and other compliance regulations for clients.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
• Engage with clients to define data security and AI strategy.
• Pre-sales support: scope requirements, respond to RFPs, draft proposals.
• Own CyberOne’s Data Security & AI Roadmap and champion AI leadership.

Skills

Microsoft Purview

M365 Copilot

Agent 365

Cognitive Services

Machine Learning

Data governance

Azure OpenAI

Azure Machine Learning

Tools

Azure OpenAI

Azure Machine Learning

Copilot for Security

Job description

“I am hugely excited about my future and the future of CyberOne. I have enjoyed my time here immensely and have learnt a huge amount in a short space of time, year-for-year I've learnt more here than I have at Microsoft and PwC.” - CyberOne Consultant

About CyberOne

CyberOne is a pure-play Microsoft security partner dedicated to helping enterprises realise the full value of the Microsoft Security portfolio—across Defender XDR, Sentinel, Entra, Purview, Intune, Copilot for Security and more. We combine deep technical expertise with outcome-driven services that accelerate secure cloud adoption, modernise threat protection and simplify compliance.

Job Title: Microsoft Data & AI Lead

Location: Hybrid; 1 day per month reporting in London office

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

We are looking for a highly skilled Microsoft Data & AI Lead to join our team. This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and optimising Data Security and AI solutions that drive business transformation for our customers. The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands‑on experience with Microsoft Purview, M365 Copilot, and Agent 365.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the subject matter expert (SME) for: Microsoft Purview, Copilot, Agent 365.
• Architecture & Design: Lead the design and implementation of Microsoft Purview deployments, ensuring they meet our customers’ requirements and align with best practice.
• Deliver secure and compliant AI engagements: leveraging Agent 365, Azure OpenAI, Azure Machine Learning, and Microsoft Cognitive Services tailored to client business needs.
• Monitor evolving: data privacy and AI compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR, AI Act, HIPAA) and ensure client controls remain aligned.
• Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Provide guidance to engineering teams and collaborate with internal stakeholders to grow our organisations knowledge.
• Client Engagement & Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor, working directly with clients to understand their business objectives and developing data security and AI strategies.
• Presales Support: Work directly with our sales team to support them in scoping client requirements, completing RFP responses, and authoring proposals for clients.
• Own CyberOne’s Data Security & AI Roadmap: Be the thought-leader within our organisation and take full ownership of ensuring our organisation is a forerunner in the AI race.

Required Skills & Expertise:

• Deep experience implementing Microsoft Purview, M365 Copilot, Agent 365, Cognitive Service, Machine Learning, and similar.
• Strong understanding of data protection and governance across cloud and hybrid deployments.
• Strong understanding of regulations and frameworks (e.g. GDPR, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, etc.)
• Proven ability to design and implement both professional and managed services to safeguard our client’s data.
• Hands‑on experience with Agent 365, Azure OpenAI and Microsoft Cognitive Services, especially in securing AI workloads and data inputs/outputs.
• Strong consulting, client communication, and presentation skills to translate technical capabilities into business value.

Preferred Certifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Information Protection and Compliance Administrator Associate (SC-400)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate (AI-102)
• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100)

Key Traits & Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term Data & AI strategies aligned with business goals.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: A proactive approach to identifying and addressing Data and AI related challenges.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to articulate complex concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Experience in leading technical teams and working cross-functionally with stakeholders.
• Continuous Learning: Passion for staying updated on emerging Data & AI technologies and best practices.

Why Join Us?

• Work with cutting-edge Azure technologies and drive cloud transformation projects.
• Be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Competitive compensation, career growth opportunities, and access to continuous learning and certifications.
• Opportunity to work on impactful cloud initiatives across various industries.

Why CyberOne:

• Elite positioning: Microsoft Security Partner, CREST & NCSC-certified
• Access to cutting-edge MXDR platform & proprietary SecOps tools
• No glass ceilings: rapid growth, fast-track leadership opportunities
• Culture-first: bold values, open feedback, and relentless innovation

What’s In It for You:

• Flexible working hours & remote-first culture
• Birthday off, long-service awards, paid charity days
• Bi-annual performance awards and team off-sites
• Structured training, technical exposure, and career pathing

Let’s redefine what it means to be secure. Together.

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