Security Architect - Database

$106,300 - $143,000/Yr

Arrow Electronics - Alpharetta, GA

Full-time - Senior

Alpharetta, GA

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

Arrow Electronics is seeking an experienced Database Security Architect to lead the Cloud and On-premises database security domain within its Enterprise Security Services program. This role involves developing and maintaining the database security architecture, drafting security standards, and recommending configurations to mitigate risks associated with data assets. The architect will also conduct security assessments, develop strategies for securing restricted data, and ensure compliance with regulations while communicating effectively across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Cloud and On-premises database security domain for Arrow's Enterprise Security Services program.
• Develop and maintain Arrow's database security architecture program.
• Draft security standards, procedures, diagrams, and guidelines for executive management approval.
• Recommend database security configurations and initiatives based on identified risks and best practices.
• Evaluate current data protection capabilities, including discovery, classification, and protection policy formulation.
• Conduct security assessments as part of the organization's risk management practice.
• Develop strategies for securing Arrow's Restricted Data during database refreshes and data promotion activities.
• Provide guidance on database models, data flow diagrams, and database schemas to support data management infrastructure.
• Assist database management teams with implementing data masking and anonymizing PII and confidential data.
• Align database security controls with compliance and regulation requirements.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years of related experience with a 4-year degree, or 8 years with an advanced degree, or equivalent experience.
• Direct experience with database environments such as Oracle, MS SQL, Mongo DB, AWS S3, Azure SQL PaaS, Databricks, and Snowflake.
• Familiarity with big data/cloud-based database technologies.
• Experience with implementation of tokenization for PCI-DSS compliance is desirable.
• Working knowledge of SQL Language and database encryption algorithms.
• Security-centric certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with big data technologies.
• Knowledge of database encryption algorithms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $106,300 - $143,000 per year.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Flexible work environment with potential for remote work options.