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Role Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Data Security Engineer who will play a crucial role in ensuring the secure handling of our business and client data. The candidate will collaborate closely with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring that information is gathered and managed securely. The ideal candidate will possess in-depth knowledge of SQL, with the ability to decompile SQL statements for performance optimization. This role demands expertise in database activity monitoring, cloud data security technologies and cloud security best practices. The candidate shall have the ability to work independently under minimal supervision. This position reports to the Head of Security Engineering, providing regular updates on data security initiatives and challenges faced.

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure secure data gathering, processing and management.
• Analyze SQL statements, identify and help resolve potential performance issues for optimized database operations.
• Design secure network architectures, conduct penetration testing, manage security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS), and establish security policies.
• Work with DevOps, IT, and software teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle (DevSecOps).
• Deep knowledge of network protocols, operating systems (Linux/Windows), cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP), and scripting/programming languages (Python, Bash).
• Implement and uphold cloud data security technologies and best practices.
• Operate independently, demonstrating proactive problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Effectively communicate complex technical concepts through strong written and verbal skills.
• Regularly report progress and security concerns to the Head of Security Engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Management (IM), Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent with 6 years of technical experience, or 4 years' experience in IT Solutions at senior management.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) mandatory with Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (ISSEP) concentration.
• Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Information Technology Infrastructure Library (ITIL) 4 Foundation.
• 10 years of successful enterprise experience in an IT or technology-related field, with the last 5 years on large government technical contract/BPAs.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, paid twice per month.
• Best in class medical coverage.
• 100% of medical premiums covered by True Zero.
• Company wide new business incentive programs.
• Contribution Incentives (i.e. white papers, blog posts, internal webinars, etc.).
• 3 weeks of PTO starting + 11 Paid Holidays Annually.
• 401k Program with 100% company match on the first 4%.
• Monthly reimbursement of Cell Phone and Home Internet costs.
• Paternity/Maternity Leave.
• Investment in training and certifications to broaden and deepen your technical skills.