Microsoft Secure AI Consultant / Associate Manager

Overview

In this client-facing role, you help organisations securely adopt and scale AI using Microsoft security, identity, and data protection tech. You design, implement, and govern secure AI architectures across enterprise environments, aligning with Zero Trust principles and governance models. You work with cross-functional teams to enable AI readiness, risk management, and compliant deployments, driving secure AI transformation for mid-sized to global clients.

Responsibilities

• Support client delivery and solution development across Avanade and Accenture engagements
• Design and implement secure AI architectures using Microsoft technologies (Copilot, Entra, Purview) and Zero Trust principles
• Define governance models, security controls, and operating procedures for enterprise AI solutions
• Assess AI readiness and develop roadmaps, maturity assessments, and advisory workshops
• Lead client workshops, executive discussions, and contribute to thought leadership and governance frameworks
• Provide risk assessments, threat modelling, and guidance on secure model development and lifecycle management
• Support pre-sales, proposals, and solution development for Secure AI offerings
• Contribute to governance frameworks, adoption plans, and industry-standard alignment

Key requirements

• strong communication and client-facing skills
• leadership and stakeholder management
• cross-functional collaboration
• Microsoft Copilot and Copilot Studio
• Azure AI Foundry and Azure AI services
• Microsoft Purview governance and data protection

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