Lead, Security Analyst – Database Identity & Access Management
Job Description
Company: 001 Prudential Ins Co of America
Location: US
Job Classification: Technology – Information Security Are you interested in building capabilities that enable the organization with innovation, speed, agility, scalability, and efficiency? The Identity & Access Management team in Information Security Office (ISO) takes great pride in our culture where information security is built into our DNA! When you join our organization at Prudential, you’ll unlock an exciting and impactful career – all while growing your skills and advancing your profession at one of the world’s leading financial services institutions. Your Team & Role As a Security Analyst – Database Identity & Access Management, you will work within the Identity & Access Management (IAM) function of the Information Security Office to strengthen how database access is governed, measured, and enforced across the enterprise. This role focuses on database privileged access and IAM control design, as well as data and process analysis required to operationalize identity standards in complex, real world environments. You will partner closely with database infrastructure, cloud, and IAM engineering teams to communicate needed controls, assess controls and reduce database privileged access and related risks. What You Will Work On Analyze, articulate, assess and drive remediation of database identity & privileged access risks. Interpret outputs from database security tools (e.g., Guardium/Wiz/Qualys) to assess adherence to standards, identify control gaps and to define remediation requirements Partner with DBAs and infrastructure teams to validate controls effectiveness, adherence to standards and to triage remediation Map relevant data flows supporting IAM lifecycle processes like access requests & reviews, joiner/mover/leaver. Produce clear requirements, specifications, and process flows for new or improved IAM processes related to database access management Work with IAM leadership to articulate target state control models Prepare materials including detailed DFD’s in collaboration with data and engineering teams to socialize designs, validate assumptions with stakeholders and drive alignment and buy in across teams Act as a credible translator between technical teams and security standards related to databases The Skills & Expertise You Bring Bachelor of Computer Science or experience in database infrastructure & security. Strong technical grounding in databases (including Cloud databases) or data platforms, gained through roles in database administration / database engineering / data platform operations / infrastructure engineering, or closely related disciplines, with hands on exposure to how privileged access works Clear understanding of database privileged access risks, including superuser roles, predefined roles, shared and service accounts, break glass access, and the operational and security trade offs associated with each. You are comfortable discussing these risks credibly with DBAs and platform teams Experience working with database security and monitoring tools such as Guardium / Wiz / Qualys, or similar platforms—specifically interpreting findings, alerts, and reports to assess control effectiveness and adherence to standards. Familiarity with common identity and data integration patterns, such as SCIM based provisioning, REST APIs, event driven updates, and batch/ETL feeds, with the ability to reason about authoritative sources, data ownership, timing, and failure modes—and to translate that understanding into clear requirements and data flow specifications for IAM and platform engineering teams. Comfort working in ambiguity and driving alignment, including creating diagrams (DFDs, process flows), and requirements), to articulate and drive target state designs, and execution Strong cross functional collaboration skills needed in order to work credibly with database engineers, DBAs, infrastructure and cloud teams, IAM engineering, and audit/risk stakeholders—acting as a translator between technical reality and security intent, facilitating alignment, and resolving ambiguity. What we offer you: Prudential is required by state specific laws to include the salary range for this role when hiring a resident in applicable locations. The salary range for this role is from $114,500.00 to $188,900.00. Specific pricing for the role may vary within the above range based on many factors including geographic location, candidate experience, and skills. Market competitive base salaries, with a yearly bonus potential at every level. Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, Paid Time Off (PTO), and leave of absences, such as parental and military leave. 401(k) plan with company match (up to 4%). Company-funded pension plan. Wellness Programs including up to $1,600 a year for reimbursement of items purchased to support personal wellbeing needs. Work/Life Resources to help support topics such as parenting, housing, senior care, finances, pets, legal matters, education, emotional and mental health, and career development. Education Benefit to help finance traditional college enrollment toward obtaining an approved degree and many accredited certificate programs. Employee Stock Purchase Plan: Shares can be purchased at 85% of the lower of two prices (Beginning or End of the purchase period), Eligibility to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program is subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance. To find out more about our Total Rewards package, visit Work Life Balance | Prudential Careers. Some of the above benefits may not apply to part-time employees scheduled to work less than 20 hours per week. Prudential Financial, Inc. of the United States is not affiliated with Prudential plc. which is headquartered in the United Kingdom. Prudential is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, please email accommodations.hw@prudential.com. If you are experiencing a technical issue with your application or an assessment, please email careers.technicalsupport@prudential.com to request assistance. Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), a global financial services leader and premier active global investment manager with approximately $1.4 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023, has operations in the United States, Asia, Europe, and Latin America. Prudential’s diverse and talented employees help make lives better and create financial opportunity for more people by expanding access to investing, insurance, and retirement security. Prudential’s iconic Rock symbol has stood for strength, stability, expertise and innovation for 150 years. For more information please visit news.prudential.com. Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential. PGIM, the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (NYSE: PRU), is a global investment manager with US $1.3 trillion in assets under management as of Dec. 31, 2023. With offices in 18 countries, PGIM’s businesses offer a range of investment solutions for retail and institutional investors around the world across a broad range of asset classes, including public fixed income, private fixed income, fundamental equity, quantitative equity, real estate, and alternatives. For more information about PGIM, visit pgim.com. Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI) of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom, or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. For more information please visit news.prudential.com. PGIM Inc. (PGIM) is the principal asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc. (PFI), a company incorporated and with its principal place of business in the United States. PFI of the United States is not affiliated in any manner with Prudential plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom or with Prudential Assurance Company, a subsidiary of M&G plc, incorporated in the United Kingdom. Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace Prudential Financial, Inc. serves its customers in more than 40 countries and territories, and we seek talented, creative individuals from a variety of backgrounds, worldviews, and life circumstances to work with us. We are focused on creating a fully inclusive culture, where all employees feel comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work. We don’t just accept difference—we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. At Prudential, employees have a unique opportunity to build their career path by owning their development, their career, and their future. We encourage employees to hone their skills and explore continued opportunities within Prudential.
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