Live Nation Middle East · 11 hours ago
Sr. Data Security Architect - Governance
Live Nation Entertainment is the world’s leading live entertainment company. The Principal Data Security Architect / Governance will be responsible for establishing and maturing the data security program, focusing on strategic vision, architectural frameworks, and governance policies to protect data assets across their lifecycle.
ConcertsMedia and EntertainmentTV
Responsibilities
Define and champion the multi-year data security strategy and roadmap for Live Nation Entertainment, aligning with organizational goals, regulatory requirements (GDPR, CPRA, SOC 2, ISO 27001), and emerging threats
Lead the design of robust, secure data architectures for all data platforms (Databricks, SQL Server, AWS S3) and data flows, ensuring security by design
Develop and publish authoritative data security standards that guide secure implementation
Drive the methodology and execution of data-based threat modeling across our data ecosystem, analyzing what data exists where, its ownership, access patterns, encryption states, and retention lifecycle
Lead the development, formalization, and continuous improvement of data security policies, standards, and procedures, including data classification frameworks, data ownership models, access control principles (e.g., RBAC, ABAC), and data lifecycle management
Serve as the primary subject matter expert for data security compliance, leading efforts to map controls to regulatory frameworks, conduct data security risk assessments, and support internal and external audits (including interaction with EY for SOX compliance)
Collaborate with the Director to define team roles, responsibilities, and key initiatives
Provide strategic guidance and architectural expertise to Data Security Developers and Analysts, fostering their growth and ensuring alignment with strategic objectives
Research, evaluate, and provide architectural guidance on advanced data security technologies and tooling (e.g., DLP, automated data labeling/classification, specialized data system privilege/access governance tools), informing their potential adoption and integration
Define strategic remediation plans for significant security findings, ensuring alignment with architectural principles
Serve as the SME for network and user Access Controls related to the data environment, providing architectural and policy guidance, and acting as the internal audit data collection point of contact
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related technical field
10+ years of progressive experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years specifically in data security architecture or governance roles
Proven experience designing and implementing data security solutions in large-scale cloud environments, particularly AWS
Strong hands-on understanding of Databricks security architecture, including Unity Catalog, cluster policies, workspace configurations, network security (PrivateLink), and data plane isolation
Demonstrated experience or strong capability in leading data-based threat modeling exercises
Expertise in regulatory compliance frameworks such as GDPR, CPRA, SOC 2, ISO 27001
Demonstrated ability to develop and communicate complex technical strategies and policies to both technical and non-technical audiences
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to influence and build consensus
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CDPSE, AWS Certified Security)
Benefits
Medical, vision, dental and mental health benefits for you and your family, with access to a health care concierge, and Flexible or Health Savings Accounts (FSA or HSA)
Free concert tickets, generous paid time off including paid holidays, sick time, and personal days
401(k) program with company match, stock reimbursement program
New parent programs including caregiver leave and baby bonuses, plus fertility, adoption, foster, or surrogacy support
Career and skill development programs with School of Live, tuition reimbursement, and student loan repayment
Volunteer time off, crowdfunding match
Company
Live Nation Middle East
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) is the world's leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, and Live Nation Sponsorship.
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageRecent News
2025-01-14
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