Senior Database Security Engineer

A subsidiary of Al Ahly Capital, Al Ahly Momkn is a fast-evolving Fin-tech company committed to promoting secure, convenient & seamless payment solutions and financial services for business owners, service providers and consumers across Egypt. At Al Ahly Momkn, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and personal growth. We believe in empowering our employees to unleash their full potential and make a real impact in their roles. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work on exciting projects, learn from industry experts, and be part of a supportive and inclusive community. Act as a senior technical resource for database security requests, working closely with InfoSec and Infrastructure teams to assess and remediate database security findings. Perform vulnerability assessments, patching, and security hardening for Oracle 19c/23ai and SQL Server 2019/2022, addressing CVEs and compliance requirements. Implement and maintain database encryption technologies, including Oracle TDE, SQL Server TDE, Always Encrypted, and Oracle Key Vault. Implement and maintain secure privileged access controls through PAM integration, applying the Principle of Least Privilege across development, test, and production environments. Configure and maintain database auditing and security monitoring, ensuring audit logs are integrated with the corporate SIEM and retained according to applicable regulatory and organizational requirements. Participate in and execute Oracle CPU and SQL Server CU patching cycles, following tested procedures designed to minimize or eliminate unplanned downtime. Investigate and troubleshoot database security incidents, performing technical root-cause analysis and providing clear RCA documentation and remediation recommendations. Identify security risks and evaluate their potential impact on database availability, performance, and business operations. Work closely with InfoSec, Infrastructure, Application, and DevOps teams to implement security controls while maintaining database performance and availability. Automate security checks and operational tasks using PowerShell, Python, and Shell scripting. Support authentication and secure connectivity configurations, including Kerberos, SSL/TLS, Active Directory, LDAP/OID, and database authentication mechanisms. Translate security and compliance requirements into practical and technically feasible database configurations and remediation plans. Provide technical recommendations when security requirements may introduce performance, availability, or operational risks, supported by testing and technical evidence. Maintain clear technical documentation, including security assessment results, remediation plans, change procedures, and post-incident reports. Requirements 5+ years of hands-on production DBA experience, with strong practical experience in both Oracle and SQL Server environments. Strong Oracle experience with RAC, ASM, Data Guard, RMAN, TDE, auditing, and database security. Strong SQL Server experience with Always On Availability Groups, Failover Clustering, backups/recovery, SQL Audit, and database security. Strong T-SQL skills, with the ability to develop scripts for security controls, auditing, compliance checks, and remediation. Good scripting and automation skills using PowerShell, Python, and Shell scripting. Good understanding of Kerberos, SSL/TLS, Active Directory, LDAP/OID, and database authentication mechanisms. Practical experience with database vulnerability remediation, security hardening, patch management, and compliance requirements. Experience working with PAM and SIEM solutions and integrating database security and auditing controls with enterprise security platforms. Ability to assess security recommendations from InfoSec and determine their technical feasibility, performance impact, availability risks, and implementation requirements. Ability to challenge or reject technically unsafe security changes when necessary, providing data-driven technical justification and safer alternatives. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills, with the ability to work on complex database security and availability issues. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical security issues and remediation plans to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Benefits Embark on an exciting journey with the Fin-Tech Experts. Join a workplace that actively encourages and supports all talents. A support system where you have a safe place to voice your opinion, share feedback, and be your true authentic self. Join us in our mission to accelerate financial inclusion and make financial freedom accessible to all.