Data Protection Consultant

Job description

As a Data Protection Consultant, you’ll lead the delivery of data protection and data governance solutions for Avanade clients. You’ll bring hands-on technical expertise, own project outcomes, and guide clients and junior team members through complex security and compliance initiatives. What you’ll do · Lead or co-lead client engagements focused on data protection and data governance. · Design and implement Microsoft Purview solutions (e.g., sensitivity labeling strategies, advanced DLP policies/integrations, Purview DSPM, data lifecycle/retention controls). · Perform threat mapping and gap analysis across structured, unstructured, cloud, and on-premises data. · Facilitate client workshops and stakeholder discussions to translate requirements into scalable, secure Microsoft-based solutions. · Own solution design decisions, configuration, and technical documentation. · Provide technical mentorship to Analysts and Senior Analysts; lead workstreams or small teams. · Contribute to estimations, delivery planning, and risk management. · Support solutioning efforts, proposals, and internal capability development. · Build awareness and controls for emerging AI and agentic AI security considerations (e.g., Security Copilot). . Skills and Experience · 4+ years of relevant experience · Proven experience delivering security or compliance solutions in a consulting or enterprise environment. · Experience leading workstreams or small teams on client projects. · Microsoft security-related certifications strongly preferred (e.g., SC-401, SC-300, SC-200, AZ-500, MS-102, SC-100). What you’ll bring · Advanced capability in Microsoft Purview (Information Protection, DLP, Records Management) and Microsoft 365 security/compliance architecture. · Experience with data classification frameworks, control design, and regulatory alignment (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI-DSS). · PowerShell scripting for automation and reporting. · Familiarity with Copilot/AI data risk considerations and emerging security controls. · Strong client-facing presence and communication; able to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders. · Ownership mindset and accountability for delivery outcomes; effective prioritization and problem-solving under pressure. · Coaching and mentoring capabilities. Compensation at Avanade varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Avanade provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below. We anticipate this job posting will be posted on 4 /29/2026 and open for at least 30 days . Avanade offers a market competitive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, bonus opportunities, paid holidays, and paid time off. See more information on our benefits here: U.S. Employee Benefits | Avanade Role Location Annual Salary Range California $112,000 to $133,000 Cleveland $100,000 to $118,750 Colorado $100,000 to $118,750 District of Columbia $115,200 to $136,800 Illinois $112,000 to $133,000 Maryland $115,200 to $136,800 Massachusetts $115,200 to $136,800 Minnesota $112,000 to $133,000 New York $122,400 to $145,350 New Jersey $112,000 to $133,000 Washington $115,200 to $136,800 .