Data Protection Consultant
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Jul 22, 2026. Avanade scores B on the Alion truth index.
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).
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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 4/29/2026and 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
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