Senior Data Security Engineer

Introduction:

This role will wear two hats to lead the BIG ID install on AWS/ Integration and perform Cloud Security Architecture.

Big ID:

The BigID Platform Lead is responsible for the end-to-end management, deployment, configuration, and operation of the BigID data intelligence platform. This pivotal role ensures the platform effectively supports the organization's data discovery, classification, governance, and privacy compliance needs (including GDPR, CCPA, and HIPAA). The lead guides technical teams, drives platform adoption, and serves as the primary liaison between technical staff and governance initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Platform Management: Install, configure, and maintain the BigID platform across development (DEV), quality assurance (QA), and production (PROD) environments, ensuring optimal performance and stability.
• Data Governance & Compliance: Implement and enforce data governance policies, overseeing data classification, sensitivity labeling, data remediation (masking/redaction), and ensuring strict adherence to data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA) and internal controls.
• Technical Leadership & Architecture: Guide the overall architecture, design, and execution of data solutions, ensuring scalability, performance, and alignment with enterprise data strategy.
• Operations & Support: Manage the onboarding of new data sources, validate scan results, troubleshoot technical issues, and optimize data pipelines (using technologies like Spark and Hadoop).
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with data scientists, data engineers, product managers, and business stakeholders to meet diverse data needs and drive platform adoption across the enterprise.
• Development & Integration: Support and manage API integrations, develop necessary scripting (Python, Shell), and leverage cloud services (AWS, Google Cloud Platform) for platform expansion and integration with other tools (e.g., Alation).

Requirements:

• BigID Expertise: Proven hands-on experience with the BigID platform, covering configuration, deployment, and operational management.
• Data Governance & Security: Deep understanding of data privacy principles, data security best practices, and compliance frameworks.
• Cloud & Big Data Technologies: Experience with major cloud platforms (AWS, Google Cloud Platform) and data processing tools (Spark, Hadoop).
• Technical Proficiency: Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Shell).