Senior Cloud Security Consultant
Our Consulting team at BearingPoint is dedicated to optimizing client business operations through Microsoft-centric business platforms and cloud technologies. With deep expertise in Microsoft Business Applications—including Dynamics 365 (including Dynamics 365 Business Central), Power Platform, and the broader BizApps ecosystem—we help organizations streamline finance, operations, supply chain, and customer engagement processes while enabling data-driven decision-making.
We leverage Microsoft Copilot to enhance productivity and embed AI-driven insights directly into daily workflows, empowering users across business functions. Our strong capabilities in the Modern Workplace—spanning Microsoft 365, Teams, and collaboration solutions—enable seamless communication, efficient work patterns, and an improved employee experience.
Data and analytics are central to our approach, with Power BI, Microsoft Fabric, and Azure data services delivering actionable insights at scale. On the cloud side, we design and implement secure, resilient, and scalable solutions on Microsoft Azure, embedding security by design through Microsoft Security technologies such as Entra ID, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Purview.
In addition, our team develops integrated front-end and back-end applications using the Power Platform and Azure services, ensuring intuitive, mobile-friendly access to business applications and end-to-end process integration across the Microsoft ecosystem.
Primary Functions and Tasks:
As a Cloud Security Consultant at BearingPoint, you will join an international and fast‑growing cyber security practice, delivering end‑to‑end security services to clients around the world. You will work on complex, high‑impact engagements and act as a subject-matter expert across multiple domains of cyber security and cloud architecture.
Location: Portugal
Depending on the project, your responsibilities may include one or more of the following areas:
Cloud & Infrastructure Security
Perform security and risk assessments for cloud (Azure / AWS) and on‑premise environments, including network, software, and infrastructure components.
Design, architect, and integrate cloud security solutions aligned with best practices and client requirements.
Provide advanced technical consultancy on the security of software, networks, infrastructure, and cloud services.
Security Governance & Risk Management
Conduct Information Security Management System (ISMS) reviews and assessments based on relevant standards.
Lead or contribute to the implementation, operation, and continuous improvement of security management systems.
Develop, review, and maintain information security policies and supporting documentation.
Ensure alignment between technical implementations and business processes, security requirements, and compliance obligations.
Strategic Advisory & Architecture
Advise clients on industry best practices, secure design principles, and architectural approaches for cloud and hybrid environments.
Translate client challenges and requirements into actionable security proposals and solution designs.
Conduct research on emerging cyber security trends, new products, and market opportunities.
Continuous Learning
Maintain and continuously expand your knowledge through training, certifications, and hands-on learning across cloud security, infrastructure, governance, and emerging areas like AI-driven security.
We are looking for:
Degree in Computer Science, Informatics, Electronics, Telecommunications, or related fields.
Strong technical background in Cyber Security, Networking, Infrastructure, and Information Technology.
Solid knowledge of Azure Security Services, Network Security, Cyber Security principles, Load Balancers, and cloud-native security capabilities.
Good understanding of operating systems, networks, file systems, and databases.
Ability to design secure architecture solutions and interpret complex technical environments.
Competencies
Good understanding of cybersecurity industry trends and the evolving threat landscape.
Strong project management capabilities and the ability to translate business needs into technical deliverables.
Strong communication skills (written and oral), presentation abilities, and stakeholder management.
High degree of independence, integrity, objectivity, and personal responsibility.
Team-oriented mindset with the ability to drive initiatives autonomously.
Proficiency in English (German or French is an advantage).
Willingness to travel occasionally.
Relevant Microsoft Certifications
AZ‑500 – Microsoft Azure Security Engineer Associate
SC‑100 – Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert
SC‑200 – Microsoft Security Operations Analyst Associate
AZ‑104 – Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate
AZ‑305 – Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert
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About BearingPoint
BearingPoint is an independent management and technology consultancy with European roots and a global reach. We help businesses transform by combining deep industry expertise with strong capabilities in strategy, operations, and technology. Dedicated SAP and Microsoft transformation units, a strong focus on AI, and outcome-based products enable us to provide tailored, innovative solutions that create measurable and sustainable value.
In addition to our core consulting operations, we run two joint ventures. Arcwide, our joint venture with IFS, specializes in business transformation enabled by IFS technology. BearingPoint North America, our joint venture with ABeam Consulting, focuses on consulting excellence and business transformation built on SAP.
BearingPoint works with many of the world’s leading companies and public-sector organizations. Together with its strategic alliance partner ABeam Consulting, the firm brings together more than 15,000 professionals and serves clients in over 70 countries, delivering seamless business transformation, strengthening performance, and driving sustainable impact.
BearingPoint is recognized among TIME World’s Best Companies and Forbes World’s Best Employers. The firm is also a certified B Corporation, committed to responsible business and creating long-term value for organizations, people, and society.
Together with our colleagues from Romania, the Czech Republic and India, we are part of BearingPoint’s Cross-Shore Enablement Hub (CSH), which offers a wide range of expertise.
Together, we are more than business. Join us.
- Department
- Consulting
- Locations
- BearingPoint Portugal
About BearingPoint Portugal
In Portugal, BearingPoint currently operates with one office in Lisbon. We work closely with all BearingPoint entities and offer technology and management consulting services with a human touch to both local and international top clients.
Our office in Lisbon allows us to leverage work with customers who have large operations and affiliates across all of Europe.
Together with our colleagues from Romania, the Czech Republic, and India, we are part of BearingPoint’s Cross-Shore Enablement Hub (CSH) which offers a wide range of Consulting expertise.
BearingPoint is a certified B Corporation, meeting high standards of social and environmental impact.