IBM Guardium Security Engineer – Mid Level

Experience: 3–6 Years
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Cybersecurity / Data Security

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced IBM Guardium Security Engineer to manage and optimize enterprise database security and data activity monitoring environments. The role will focus on Guardium implementation, policy development, threat monitoring, compliance, and security operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and manage enterprise IBM Guardium deployments.
• Configure and maintain Guardium collectors, aggregators, S-TAPs, GIM, and related components.
• Onboard and configure database platforms and data sources.
• Develop and tune Guardium security and audit policies.
• Monitor database activity and investigate suspicious or unauthorized access.
• Perform vulnerability assessment, discovery, classification, and sensitive data monitoring.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and compliance controls.
• Troubleshoot performance, connectivity, S-TAP, and policy-related issues.
• Integrate Guardium with SIEM/SOC platforms and enterprise security tools.
• Support PCI-DSS, SOX, HIPAA, GDPR and other compliance requirements.
• Participate in security assessments, audits, and incident investigations.
• Prepare technical documentation and operational procedures.

Required Skills

• 3–6 years of experience in IBM Guardium / Database Activity Monitoring.
• Strong experience with Guardium architecture and administration.
• Working knowledge of Oracle, SQL Server, DB2, PostgreSQL, or other enterprise databases.
• Strong SQL and troubleshooting skills.
• Understanding of network security, encryption, authentication, and access controls.
• Experience with Linux/Unix environments.
• Knowledge of SIEM and cybersecurity monitoring.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Certifications Required

• IBM Guardium certification/training.
• Security+, CISSP, CISM, or equivalent cybersecurity certification.
• Relevant cloud or database security certifications.