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Job Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Security Engineer with expertise in Azure security and Big Data security to lead the security design and implementation of a cutting-edge Big Data Analytics Platform on Azure. This role requires in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Purview, Databricks Unity Catalog, and cloud-native security to establish robust security frameworks, ensure regulatory compliance, and implement security best practices. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to build a secure, scalable, and compliant analytics infrastructure in the cloud.
Key Responsibilities for Principal Security Engineer:
Security Architecture & Design
- Develop and implement security best practices for Big Data Analytics workloads on Azure.
- Design and integrate end-to-end security frameworks for data ingestion, storage, processing, and analytics.
- Utilize Microsoft Purview and Databricks Unity Catalog for data security, governance, and lineage tracking.
- Define Zero Trust Security models, encryption strategies, and identity management frameworks.
Data Security & Compliance
- Establish and enforce security policies for sensitive data protection, encryption, and tokenization.
- Ensure compliance with industry regulations like GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and NIST.
- Implement Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Data Governance strategies.
- Define security models for structured and unstructured Big Data workloads.
Cloud Security & DevSecOps
- Implement cloud security best practices using Azure Security Center, Microsoft Defender, and Sentinel.
- Develop DevSecOps frameworks for automated security testing in CI/CD pipelines.
- Utilize security-as-code approaches with Terraform, Ansible, and Kubernetes security policies.
- Enhance security observability using SIEM/SOAR and cloud-native security tools.
Identity & Access Management (IAM)
- Architect RBAC, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Just-In-Time (JIT) access.
- Implement multi-layer authentication and fine-grained access controls for Azure Data Lake, Azure Synapse, and Databricks.
- Enforce OAuth, Zero Trust, and role-based security models.
Threat Modeling & Risk Management
- Conduct threat modeling, risk assessments, and penetration testing for Big Data environments.
- Develop incident response plans and integrate threat intelligence mechanisms.
- Identify and mitigate insider threats, external cyber-attacks, and advanced persistent threats (APTs).
Stakeholder Collaboration & Security Leadership
- Work closely with Cloud Architects, Data Engineers, and Security Teams to integrate security into the platform.
- Define security roadmaps, best practices, and governance frameworks for Azure Big Data environments.
- Provide technical mentorship and drive security awareness initiatives across engineering teams.
Required Skills & Qualifications for Principal Security Engineer:
- 10+ years of experience in cloud security, data security, and security architecture.
- Expertise in Azure security services (Azure Security Center, Defender, Sentinel, Key Vault, Purview).
- Strong knowledge of Big Data security frameworks (Azure Data Lake, Synapse, Databricks, Apache Hadoop, Spark).
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Purview and Databricks Unity Catalog for data governance and compliance.
- Proficiency in open-source security tools (OSQuery, Falco, Wazuh, OpenSCAP, Suricata).
- Deep understanding of IAM, RBAC, PIM, OAuth, and Zero Trust Security models.
- Strong knowledge of DevSecOps, automation, and security-as-code (Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, Python).
- Experience with SIEM/SOAR platforms for security analytics and threat detection.
- Knowledge of compliance frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, FedRAMP).
- Proven ability to develop security policies, governance models, and best practices.
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to lead security innovation in a cutting-edge Azure Big Data platform.
- Work in a highly collaborative environment with top engineers and architects.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and professional development opportunities.
Apply Now to be part of a mission-driven team that is securing the future of Big Data Analytics on Azure!
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