ForFutures Financial, Planning, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC
Lead Data Security Engineer-Database Activity Monitoring
ForFutures Financial, Planning, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC, Santa Ana, California, United States, 92725
Overview
Lead Data Security Engineer-Database Activity Monitoring role at
ForFutures Financial, Planning, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC . Posted: 4 days ago; Be among the first 25 applicants. Responsibilities
Lead the design, deployment, and management of Database Activity Monitoring (DAM) solutions across diverse database platforms (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL). Define and implement policies for monitoring, alerting, and auditing of database activities to detect unauthorized access, data exfiltration, and policy violations. Collaborate with Security Architects to integrate DAM into the broader security architecture and ensure alignment with enterprise risk management strategies. Develop and maintain use cases, rules, and dashboards for DAM tools to support threat detection, compliance reporting, and forensic investigations. Partner with database administrators, application owners, and compliance teams to ensure DAM coverage and effectiveness across critical systems. Conduct technical risk assessments and security exposure analyses for database environments. Evaluate and recommend DAM technologies and vendors; lead proof-of-concept and implementation efforts. Automate DAM-related processes for alert triage, incident response, and reporting. Participate in security incident investigations involving database systems and contribute to root cause analysis and remediation planning. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to security analysts and engineers supporting DAM operations. Develop and maintain documentation, operational guidelines, and metrics for DAM program effectiveness. Support internal and external audits by providing evidence of DAM controls and activity logs. Participate in broader security initiatives including vulnerability management, encryption, identity management, and network security as needed. Qualifications
Hands-on experience with DAM platforms such as IBM Guardium, Imperva SecureSphere, SecuPI, or native database auditing tools. Strong understanding of database architectures, access controls, and query languages (SQL). Familiarity with data classification, data loss prevention (DLP), and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOX, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR). Experience with SIEM integration, log management, and incident response workflows. Working knowledge of UNIX/Linux, Windows Server, and network protocols relevant to database communications. Experience with encryption technologies, identity and access management (IAM), and privileged access controls. Generally requires a BS Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience. Minimum 8 years of information security experience, with at least 3 years focused on database security or DAM. Experience leading security engineering initiatives and managing cross-functional technical teams. Salary Range:
$126,100.00 - $168,100.00 This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location. Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours and/or responsibilities from time to time, as needed. What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Note: The following statements apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan. Job Details
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Lead Data Security Engineer-Database Activity Monitoring role at
ForFutures Financial, Planning, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC . Posted: 4 days ago; Be among the first 25 applicants. Responsibilities
Lead the design, deployment, and management of Database Activity Monitoring (DAM) solutions across diverse database platforms (e.g., SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL). Define and implement policies for monitoring, alerting, and auditing of database activities to detect unauthorized access, data exfiltration, and policy violations. Collaborate with Security Architects to integrate DAM into the broader security architecture and ensure alignment with enterprise risk management strategies. Develop and maintain use cases, rules, and dashboards for DAM tools to support threat detection, compliance reporting, and forensic investigations. Partner with database administrators, application owners, and compliance teams to ensure DAM coverage and effectiveness across critical systems. Conduct technical risk assessments and security exposure analyses for database environments. Evaluate and recommend DAM technologies and vendors; lead proof-of-concept and implementation efforts. Automate DAM-related processes for alert triage, incident response, and reporting. Participate in security incident investigations involving database systems and contribute to root cause analysis and remediation planning. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to security analysts and engineers supporting DAM operations. Develop and maintain documentation, operational guidelines, and metrics for DAM program effectiveness. Support internal and external audits by providing evidence of DAM controls and activity logs. Participate in broader security initiatives including vulnerability management, encryption, identity management, and network security as needed. Qualifications
Hands-on experience with DAM platforms such as IBM Guardium, Imperva SecureSphere, SecuPI, or native database auditing tools. Strong understanding of database architectures, access controls, and query languages (SQL). Familiarity with data classification, data loss prevention (DLP), and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOX, HIPAA, PCI-DSS, GDPR). Experience with SIEM integration, log management, and incident response workflows. Working knowledge of UNIX/Linux, Windows Server, and network protocols relevant to database communications. Experience with encryption technologies, identity and access management (IAM), and privileged access controls. Generally requires a BS Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience. Minimum 8 years of information security experience, with at least 3 years focused on database security or DAM. Experience leading security engineering initiatives and managing cross-functional technical teams. Salary Range:
$126,100.00 - $168,100.00 This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location. Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal work hours and/or responsibilities from time to time, as needed. What We Offer
By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality – we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First Culture celebrates diversity, equity and inclusion not simply because it’s the right thing to do, but also because it’s the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work. First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term. Note: The following statements apply to candidates who will be working from an unincorporated area within Los Angeles County. First American will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws (e.g., the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act). First American intends to conduct a review of an applicant’s criminal history in connection with a conditional offer. First American reasonably believes that a criminal history may have a direct, adverse and negative relationship with the following material job duties for this position potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment: handling of confidential, proprietary or trade secret information belonging to First American or its customers, administrating or facilitating financial transactions, and the ability to meet customer-imposed criminal history requirements. Based on eligibility, First American offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, PTO/paid sick leave and other great benefits like an employee stock purchase plan. Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Information Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at ForFutures Financial, Planning, a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial Services LLC by 2x
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