Principal Data Security Engineer

Founded in 1973, O'Neil Digital Solutions (ODS) is a leading IT consulting firm specializing in the optimization of complex end–to–end business process systems for a multitude of business verticals including Financial Services, Digital Media, Healthcare, and Transportation industries. ODS provides high–touch bespoke software engineering, systems integration, and infrastructure management services to clients of all sizes and industries.

The Principal Data Security Engineer is a pivotal role within our organization, responsible for spearheading the design, implementation, and management of advanced data security strategies across our enterprise. This role requires a visionary leader with deep technical expertise, particularly in MSSQL and PGSQL environments, and the ability to drive security innovation and excellence at the highest level. This is a hybrid role working out of our Los Angeles hub, with a minimum two–day in–office work schedule.

• Targeted yearly salary range: $146,106.00 to $194,809.00
• Yearly bonus target: 15%

• Develop and execute a comprehensive enterprise data security strategy that aligns with business goals and objectives.
• Serve as the chief architect for database security, driving the adoption of best practices and cutting–edge technologies to protect data integrity, confidentiality, and availability.
• Design, implement, and manage secure database architectures for MSSQL and PGSQL environments, ensuring they meet the highest standards of security and performance.
• Oversee the integration of security controls into existing and new database systems, ensuring robust protection against evolving threats.
• Lead in–depth risk assessments and threat modeling exercises to identify vulnerabilities and potential risks in database systems.
• Develop and implement comprehensive risk mitigation strategies, leveraging both technical solutions and process improvements.
• Research and evaluate emerging security technologies and trends, integrating innovative solutions into the security architecture to enhance data protection.
• Drive continuous improvement in security processes and controls, ensuring they remain effective and efficient in the face of changing threats.
• Lead incident response efforts for complex data security breaches, ensuring rapid containment, investigation, and remediation of incidents.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans and playbooks, conducting regular drills and exercises to ensure preparedness.
• Provide expert guidance and mentorship to the security engineering team, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous learning.
• Collaborate with cross–functional teams to ensure security is embedded in all aspects of database development and operations.
• Act as a liaison between the security team and executive leadership, communicating security strategies, risks, and solutions effectively.
• Advocate for security initiatives and investments, demonstrating their value and impact on the organization's overall security posture.
• Ensure database systems comply with relevant legal, regulatory, and industry standards, including GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI–DSS.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive security documentation, policies, and procedures to support compliance efforts.

• 6 to 10+ years of experience in data security engineering, with significant experience in leadership roles.
• Advanced certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA are required.

Technical Skills:

• Expert knowledge of MSSQL and PGSQL security best practices.
• Deep understanding of security architectures and frameworks.
• Advanced skills in encryption, authentication, and access control techniques.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation for security processes.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience in leading complex security projects and initiatives across large–scale enterprises.
• Exceptional strategic thinking and problem–solving abilities, with a track record of successful security innovation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Experience with cloud security architectures and services, particularly AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

Must be able to perform the essential job duties. Work is performed primarily in an office environment. Typically requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time (66%+ each work day), ability to hear the telephone, ability to enter data on a computer and may also require the ability to lift up to 10 pounds.

O'Neil Global Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.