Job description for Security Consultant – Data Protection (Cloud Services)
Job Overview
We are seeking an experienced and technically proficient Security Consultant with excellent knowledge in Microsoft Purview to join our growing team. As a Security Consultant, you will act as a trusted advisor to our clients, leveraging your knowledge of Microsoft Purview to deliver solutions and demonstrate the value of Microsoft's data governance, compliance, and management capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
· Participate in Microsoft Purview solution design by working closely with sales teams to understand customer requirements, business needs, and technical challenges.
· Act as subject matter expert for Microsoft Purview solutions, provide effort estimations for the scope.
· Oversee the design and delivery of Microsoft Purview implementations, ensuring that the solution is scalable, secure, and aligned with the client’s data governance and compliance requirements.
· Design solutions using Microsoft Purview and related technologies to address client requirements related to data governance, data classification, compliance, data cataloguing, and data protection.
· Deliver technical presentations, product demos, and proof-of-concept (PoC) sessions to showcase the capabilities of Microsoft Purview and its integration with other Microsoft and third-party technologies.
· Address customer questions and concerns with technical expertise, including complex integrations, security considerations, and compliance requirements.
· Produce technical documentation, solution diagrams, and presentations to effectively communicate solution design and value propositions.
· Lead or participate in internal workshops, webinars, and training sessions to elevate team capabilities in Purview and related technologies.
· Stay current on industry trends, new features, and product innovations in Microsoft Purview and other related technologies and help to position the company as a thought leader in data governance and compliance.
Qualifications & Skills
Experience
· 4 to 5 years of experience in Design and deployment of data security solution , with a focus on data governance, compliance, and cloud technologies.
· Experience working with Microsoft Purview Information Protection and other Microsoft technologies such as Microsoft Defender and Identity products.
· Strong understanding of Microsoft Azure services and architecture, particularly around data management, security, and compliance.
· Good knowledge of data governance principles, such as data discovery, classification, lineage, privacy, and retention.
· Experience with data security standards (e.g., GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) and how Microsoft Purview helps enforce compliance will be an added value
· Familiarity with Microsoft Purview's integration with other Azure services, such as Azure Synapse, Power BI, and Azure Data Lake.
· Familiarity with cloud architecture, cloud security practices, and data integration technologies.
Soft Skills
· Goo communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
· Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically and provide innovative solutions to meet customer needs.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team, collaborating effectively with presales, delivery, and engineering teams.
· Customer-focused mindset with the ability to build long-term relationships with clients and stakeholders.
Required Certifications
· SC 400 Microsoft Certified: Information Protection Administrator.
Other Optional Certifications as a value add
· SC 100 Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect
· SC 300 Microsoft Certified : Identity Access Administrator Associate
· AZ 500 Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
· MS 500 Microsoft 365 Security Administration
· CISSP / CCSK / CISM