Senior MS SQL Database Security Administrator

The Profile

• Experience: 5+ years in SQL Server Administration (3+ years focused specifically on Database Security).
• Technical Mastery: Deep expertise in TDE, Auditing, Always Encrypted, and AD/Kerberos integration.
• Automation: Proficiency in T-SQL and PowerShell for security scripting.
• Monitoring: Experience integrating SQL logs with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk) and using vulnerability scanners (e.g., Qualys).
• Compliance: Background in hardening configurations based on CIS Benchmarks (PCI-DSS, SOX, etc.).

The Role

• Security Management: Implement encryption, access controls, and enforce least privilege across all instances.
• Threat Detection: Monitor for anomalous activity and respond to unauthorized access or data exfiltration risks.
• Vulnerability Hardening: Collaborate with InfoSec and DevOps to remediate findings and embed security into the database lifecycle.
• Audit Support: Maintai...