We are seeking a highly skilled Database & Application Security Specialist to strengthen our data protection, monitoring, and compliance posture. The role focuses on database activity monitoring, data masking, file integrity monitoring, and regulatory compliance across enterprise systems, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability of critical data assets.
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Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor and analyze database activity to detect suspicious queries, unauthorized access, and privilege escalation attempts using Imperva DAM.
- Configure, implement, and validate data masking policies for non-production environments (development, testing, and UAT) using OpenText Data Masking.
- Maintain and manage File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) for critical operating system and application files using Tripwire.
- Investigate alerts, anomalies, and policy violations, coordinating remediation with infrastructure, database, and application teams.
- Develop and deliver compliance reports aligned with PCI DSS, GDPR, and NCA regulatory frameworks.
- Prepare and present monthly security posture and compliance reports to stakeholders and management.
- Support internal and external audits by providing evidence, reports, and technical explanations.
- Continuously improve database and application security controls, baselines, and monitoring processes.
- Ensure adherence to organizational security policies, standards, and best practices.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 4–6 years of hands-on experience in database and application security within enterprise or regulated environments.
- Strong experience with:
- Imperva Database Activity Monitoring (DAM)
- OpenText Data Masking
- Tripwire File Integrity Monitoring (FIM)
- Solid understanding of database platforms (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL).
- Experience working with PCI DSS, GDPR, and NCA compliance requirements.
- Knowledge of access control, privilege management, and database security best practices.
- Ability to analyze logs, alerts, and security events to identify risks and vulnerabilities.
- Strong documentation and reporting skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or vendor-specific certifications.
- Experience in banking, financial services, or highly regulated environments.
- Familiarity with SIEM integration and security automation workflows.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders.
