Database & Application Security Engineer - Riyadh,KSA
DeepSource Technologies
Posted: February 17, 2026
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Quick Summary
The Database & Application Security Engineer role involves monitoring database activity to detect suspicious queries, configuring data masking policies, and implementing file integrity monitoring for critical database and applications.
Required Skills
Job Description
Role Overview
The Database & Application Security Engineer is responsible for protecting enterprise databases and applications through activity monitoring, data masking, file integrity monitoring, and compliance reporting, ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
• Monitor database activity to detect suspicious queries, unauthorized access, and privilege escalations.
• Configure, validate, and maintain data masking policies for non-production and test environments.
• Implement and manage File Integrity Monitoring (FIM) for critical database and system files using Tripwire.
• Investigate database-related security incidents and support remediation efforts.
• Generate compliance and audit reports aligned with PCI DSS, GDPR, and NCA frameworks.
• Deliver monthly reports on database security posture, risks, and compliance status.
• Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and compliance teams to enhance data protection controls
Requirements:
• 5+ years of experience in database and application security.
• Hands-on experience with Imperva DAM, OpenText Data Masking, and Tripwire FIM (or equivalent tools).
• Strong understanding of database technologies (Oracle, SQL Server, MySQL, etc.).
• Knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks (PCI DSS, GDPR, NCA).
• Experience in security monitoring, alert tuning, and reporting.
• Strong analytical and documentation skills