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Joliet, Illinois, United States
Hybrid
This position is open to candidates located in the locations listed on the job requisition. Candidates are welcome to work remotely or out of one of our regional offices. Travel is required.
As a Data Protection Manager, 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.
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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Requirements & Qualifications
7+ 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 10 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
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