Sr. Data Security & Access Engineer

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Takeda Pharmaceutical Co. in Bengaluru is seeking a Data Security & Access Engineer to support and enhance our Enterprise Data Security & Access platforms. You will analyze security, availability, and governance, build automation, and respond quickly to evolving business scenarios.

The role requires 5+ years in a deep technical role, strong Python, SQL/NoSQL, Databricks, and cloud experience (AWS/Azure). Collaboration with data stewards and compliance teams is essential.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a deep technical role.
• Strong Python for integrations, automations, and data pipelines.
• Proficient in SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Familiar with Databricks and AWS cloud platform.
• Experience with data modeling, ETL, and real-time streaming.
• Knowledge of GDPR/HIPAA and data privacy compliance.
• RBAC/ABAC access control implementation.
• Ability to design data schemas and data warehousing concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English.

Responsibilities

• Support Data Security, Access and Privacy ecosystem operationally.
• Analyze security, availability, and effectiveness of enterprise platforms.
• Build automation and respond quickly to business scenarios.
• Monitor data access and perform audits for governance.
• Collaborate with data stewards and compliance officers.

Skills

Python programming

SQL

NoSQL databases

Data modeling

ETL processes

Real-time streaming

Analytical skills

Machine Learning basics

Data governance

Communication skills

Agile SDLC

Collaboration

Education

BS in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Databricks

AWS

Azure

EntraID

Sailpoint

Okta

ServiceNow

Databases (SQL/NoSQL)

Kubernetes

Terraform

Informatica IDMC

PII/PHI data taxonomy

Job description

Job Description OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE

The Data Security & Access Engineer is responsible for providing critical support to the Data Security, Access, and Privacy ecosystem. They will be responsible for driving innovation and operability in an organizations Data Security Platform. The data security engineer will be responsible for analyzing the security, operations, and effectiveness of our Enterprise Data Security & Access platforms and services, discovering and addressing security and availability issues, building automation, and quickly reacting to new business scenarios. This role will have the opportunity to learn from, and be mentored by, those who are building and securing our Enterprise data security, access, and privacy platform.

EDUCATION, BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS

Essential Qualifications BS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent work experience Minimum 5 year of experience in a deep technical role using the following essential qualifications.

• Programming Skills: Proficiency in languages such as Python for integrations, automations, building and maintaining data pipelines, etc
• Database Management: Strong knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases for managing and querying data.
• Big Data Technologies: Familiarity with distributed systems like Databricks as well as cloud platforms especially AWS Data Modeling and Architecture: Ability to design data schemas and understand data warehousing, ETL processes, real-time streaming, etc
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Capability to perform root cause analysis, etc
• Machine Learning and GenAI/Agentic AI: Understanding the principles in these areas
• Data Security: Knowledge of data security practice, including encryption, anonymization, Data Security Posture Management to protect sensitive information
• Data Governance and Compliance: Understanding data privacy laws and regulations, such as GDPR and HIPAA, and how to implement policies to ensure compliance.
• Access Control Mechanisms: Proficiency in implementing role-based access control (RBAC) and attribute based access control (ABAC) to manage data access permissions
• Data Discovery and Classification: Ability to use tools for automated data discovery and classification to identify and categorize sensitive data.
• Policy Management: Skills in creating and managing data access policies that can be dynamically enforce across different environments.
• Monitoring and Auditing: Capability to monitor data access and usage, and perform audits to ensure compliance with data governance policies.
• Collaboration and Communication: Strong communication skills to work with data stewards, compliance officers, and other stakeholders to ensure data governance objectives are met.
• Microsoft SharePoint, Onedrive, and other Microsoft data estate classification and tagging.
• An understanding of the Agile SDLC methodology
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Desirable Qualifications

• Knowledge of DevSecOps practices
• Experience with Identity and Access Management (IAM) (AWS + Azure)
• Experience with EntraID, Sailpoint and Okta
• Experience with the Pharma Industry Platform Qualification Process
• Experience with ServiceNow Service Catalog Authoring
• Exposure to data classification and data taxonomy (PII, PHI, etc)
• Experience with Immuta, Privacera, Cyral or any hyperscale technology is big plus
• Experience with Microsoft Entra Suite (Entra AI Agent ID, 365 Purview, Entra Platform, Identity Center, Sentinal, Governance & Compliance) is a big plus
• Experience with Databricks Unity Catalog or Informatica Catalog
• Experience with Informatica IDMC is a plus
• Experience with tokenization and data clean rooms is a big plus
• Experience with Kubernetes, AWS EKS is a plus
• Experience with Terraform
• System Administration skills
• Demonstrable teamwork skills and resourcefulness
• Possess self-drive to keep moving things forward even in the face of ambiguity and imperfect knowledge
• Strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive

Locations

IND - Bengaluru

Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Time Type Full time

Takeda is an industry-leading, global pharmaceutical company with an unwavering dedication to putting patients at the center of everything we do. We live our values of Takeda-ism - Integrity, Fairness, Honesty, and Perseverance - and are united by our mission to strive towards Better Health and a Brighter Future for people worldwide through leading innovation in medicine. Here, everyone matters and you will be a vital contributor to our inspiring, bold mission. At Takeda, you will make an impact on people's lives – including your own. Takeda is an equal opportunity employer.