Crum & Forster · 3 hours ago
Database Leader - Remote
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$96K/yr - $180K/yr
10+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of database administrators and developers, fostering a collaborative and security-conscious work environment.
Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide ongoing professional development.
Implement and enforce cybersecurity best practices in database design, configuration, and management.
Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments of database systems.
Monitor and optimize database performance, implementing strategies to enhance query execution and data retrieval while ensuring security measures do not hinder performance.
Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks with a focus on secure coding practices.
Ensure adherence to data governance policies and regulatory compliance standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
Implement robust data backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures, emphasizing security protocols.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to integrate security measures into database-related projects.
Communicate effectively with stakeholders about database security posture, performance, and initiatives.
Stay abreast of industry trends and advancements in database and cybersecurity technologies to drive continuous improvement.
Promote a culture of security awareness within the team, encouraging team members to adopt and advocate for security best practices.
Qualification
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Required
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
7+ years of experience in database administration (SQL and Oracle), with a focus on security and 10+ years of overall experience.
3+ years of leadership experience managing technical teams.
Strong understanding of database architecture, design, and performance tuning, with a cybersecurity lens.
Experience with database security frameworks and tools.
Excellent problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset for risk management.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on building relationships and driving security initiatives.
Preferred
Familiarity with cloud-based database solutions and their security implications is a plus.
Benefits
Generous 401K employer match
Employee Stock Purchase plan with employer matching
Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent benefits that go beyond health, dental & vision.
Tuition reimbursement
Industry-related certifications
Professional training
Matching donation program
Volunteer opportunities
Employee-driven corporate giving program
Company
Crum & Forster
Crum & Forster specializes in commercial insurance, claims, risk assessments as well as accident and health insurance.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chris Holden
Senior Vice President and CISO
David Thomas
Senior Vice President - Head of Surety Claims
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