Data Protection Manager

At Avanade, cyber security managers are innovators and challengers of the status quo. If you're an experienced Data Protection Manager, who can help our clients solve complex Data Protection business challenges, this might be the perfect opportunity for you.

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.

Qualifications

Proven experience with Microsoft Security technologies including Microsoft Purview, Defender, Sentinel, and Entra ID.

Hands on experience with DLP policy design, migration and refinement.

Strong understanding of data protection regulations (e.g., Privacy Act 1988, GDPR, CCPA, DPA 2018, ISO 27001, NIST, EU AI Act).

Familiarity with AI security concepts, including DSPM, model governance, and data lineage.

Understanding of Zero Trust architecture and cloud-native security controls.

Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Relevant certifications (e.g., SC 401, SC 200, AZ 500, CISSP, CIPP/E, AI specific certs) are highly desirable.

Additional Information

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.

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