Cyber Defense - Senior Consultant

ensure robust and resilient security architectures, provide technical consulting on a wide range of security topics including Defender Engineering, Log analytics, Alert engineering, Threat monitoring, Detection and response, Security operations and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver comprehensive security solutions. You'll become part of our dynamic security practice, where you'll have the opportunity to work with both Avanade and Accenture clients, ranging from medium to large global enterprises. We foster a culture of collaboration and knowledge-sharing, encouraging innovation and continuous learning to stay at the forefront of Microsoft Security technology.

Skills and experiences

• Experience in consulting and client advisory roles.

• Proven ability to collaborate effectively within teams and take initiative independently.

• Technical expertise in Microsoft Cloud Security technologies.

• In-depth understanding of Security, Incident, and Event Management solutions.

• In depth understanding of Log structures, alert engineering,

• Experience with IT Security operations, threat monitoring, detection, and response

• Familiarity with Cloud Migration challenges and current industry trends.

• Strong skills in creative problem-solving and risk management.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

What you'll do

• Threat Detection and Response: Design and implement security systems (SIEM, EDR, etc.) for suspicious activity, analyze alerts, and lead incident response efforts. This includes containment, eradication, and post-incident analysis.

• Security Infrastructure Management: Design, implement and optimize Microsoft security tools and platforms, including but not limited to:

• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint

• Microsoft Defender for Office 365

• Microsoft Azure Security Center/Defender for Cloud

• Microsoft Sentinel

• Azure Active Directory Identity Protection

• Intune/Endpoint Manager

• Vulnerability Management: Understand and translate vulnerability scans, assess risk, and consult with the client how to remediate identified weaknesses. Utilize Microsoft vulnerability scanning tools and integrate with other vulnerability management platforms.

• Security Hardening: Design, implement and improve security configurations for Microsoft Windows servers, workstations, cloud resources (Azure), and other relevant systems. Develop and enforce security baselines and best practices.

• Security Automation: Knowledge about automation scripts and tools to improve security operations efficiency and effectiveness. Leverage PowerShell, Azure Logic Apps, or other scripting languages as appropriate.

• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with IT teams, business stakeholders, and other security professionals to ensure a coordinated and effective security posture. Communicate security incidents and findings clearly and concisely.

Learn more

Avanade is the leading global provider of digital, cloud, AI and advisory services, industry solutions and design-led experiences across the Microsoft ecosystem. Founded in 2000 as a joint venture between Accenture LLP and Microsoft Corporation, Avanade has more certifications, Gold-level competencies and most valued professionals (MVPs) than any other Microsoft partner. Every day, our 60,000 professionals in 26 countries innovate responsibly to make a genuine human impact for our clients, their employees and their customers.

To learn more about the types of projects our Security team works on check out this info:

Avanade Security - Are you Doing Enough? https://https://www.avanade.com/en/solutions/security-service-solutions?videoid=6311944004112
EDF Client Story | Avanade https://https://www.avanade.com/en/clients/edf
Zurich Client Story | Avanade https://https://www.avanade.com/en/clients/zurich
A Catastrophic Cyber Event. Are You Ready? https://https://www.avanade.com/en/blogs/avanade-insights/security/catastrophic-cyber-attack
The New World of Decentralized Identity https://https://www.avanade.com/en-us/solutions/security-service-solutions/digital-identity

Interested in knowing what's going on inside Avanade? Check out our blogs:

Avanade Insights – exchange ideas that drive tomorrow's innovation https://https://www.avanade.com/en/blogs/avanade-insights
Inside Avanade – explore what life is like working at Avanade https://https://www.avanade.com/en/blogs/inside-avanade

Enjoy your career

Some of the best things about working at Avanade

• Opportunity to work for Microsoft's Global Alliance Partner of the Year, with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications)

• Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globally

• Dedicated career advisor to encourage your growth

• Engaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you

Find out more about some of our benefits Employee Benefits at Avanade | Avanade

A great place to work

As you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you will get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return. As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and communities. You'll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor, and guide you, and to lean on your expertise. You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact, and live. It's all here, so take a closer look!

Create a future for our people that focuses on

• Expanding your thinking
•Experimenting courageously
•Learning and pivoting

Inspire greatness in our people by

• Empowering every voice
•Encouraging boldness
•Celebrating progress

Accelerate the impact of our people by

• Amazing the client
•Prioritizing what matters
•Acting as one

We work hard to provide an inclusive, diverse culture with a deep sense of belonging for all our employees. Avanade believes that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities, and we do not discriminate against our employees, applicants, or job seekers because of their race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or any other protect group status as defined by law.