Job#: 2090326 Job Description: Contract Duration: 12 months
Pay Rate: $105/hour
Location: Glendale, CA (Onsite Monday-Thursday; ideally Los Angeles area) or California for ideal candidates
Role OverviewWe are seeking a
Data Security Specialist with deep expertise in
Snowflake security to join our growing data platform team. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust data security controls that safeguard sensitive data across our Snowflake environment and integrated tools. You will collaborate with data engineers, architects, governance, and privacy teams to ensure the platform meets all required security criteria, aligns with compliance needs, and supports secure adoption of AI/ML workloads.
If interested, please forward resumes to Rich at
Key Responsibilities- Design, implement, and manage Snowflake security controls, including RBAC, data masking, row/column-level security, and object tagging for access governance.
- Define and enforce least-privilege access models aligned with business requirements, compliance needs, and governance policies.
- Advise on Snowflake configuration best practices (network policies, encryption, failover, account/warehouse management, access patterns) to protect sensitive and regulated data.
- Partner with engineering teams to secure AI/ML workloads, vector databases, embeddings, and Cortex AI features within Snowflake.
- Liaise with the Disney Security team to ensure the platform meets enterprise-wide security standards and audit requirements.
- Analyze assessment findings, document risks, and collaborate with vendors on mitigation plans and timelines.
Must-Have Qualifications- 5+ years of experience in data security roles.
- Strong security-focused background.
- Hands-on Snowflake expertise (security model, RBAC, encryption, monitoring).
Preferred Qualifications- Certifications such as SnowPro Advanced: Data Protection and Security, CISSP, CISM, or CCSK.
- Experience with Immuta, SecuPi, or other data access governance tools.
- Knowledge of data lineage, cataloging, and classification tools (e.g., Alation, BigID).
- Experience in large-scale enterprise or regulated industries (media, finance, healthcare).
- Familiarity with agile/scrum methodologies and collaborative ways of working.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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