Taylor Achenbach

About Taylor Achenbach

I am an Identity & Security leader with 8+ years in professional services, specializing in Microsoft Identity and Access Management (IAM). In my current role as Security Lead for the Products client portfolio within Avanade’s Accenture Microsoft Business Group (AMBG), I partner with business development executives, solution architects, and industry specialists to shape client conversations and co-create security solutions that align Microsoft capabilities and Avanade/Accenture expertise with client priorities. My work bridges sales and delivery, providing continuity that strengthens stakeholder trust, influences pipeline growth, and drives stronger client outcomes.While Identity is my focus area, I also bring experience in data protection, security operations, and related domains, allowing me to guide clients across a broad spectrum of security priorities. I’m committed to building inclusive, empowered teams that deliver meaningful results. Outside of work, I am completing a Master of Computer and Information Technology (MCIT) at the University of Pennsylvania, expected May 2026.

Experience

1. Americas Security Solution and Delivery Lead - Products

   Avanade

   Mar 2025 — Present

   End-to-end client solution lead from technical presales to deal shaping to delivery quality assurance across security domains. Responsible for the Products client group, which includes Life Sciences, Industrial, and Retail and Consumer Goods industries for the Americas region.

Education

• Georgia Institute of Technology

  Bachelor of Science - BS, Business Administration, Information Technology Managment

  2013 — 2017

• University of Pennsylvania

  Master of Computer and Information Technology (MCIT)

  2021 — 2026