Database Security Analyst at Access Bank Plc

About Access Bank

Access Bank Plc is a leading financial institution with operations across nine African countries and the United Kingdom, and a strong presence in all major cities in Nigeria. Known as “Africa’s Bank of Best Practice,” Access Bank operates with a strong commitment to ethics, governance, innovation, and professionalism.

Job Summary

Access Bank is seeking a Database Security Analyst to design, implement, and continuously enhance security controls that protect enterprise databases and the sensitive data they store.

The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise with strategic security thinking to ensure database environments remain secure, compliant, and resilient against evolving cyber threats.

You will collaborate closely with database administrators, cloud and infrastructure teams, application owners, and security leadership to integrate security best practices across on-premise, cloud, and hybrid database platforms.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain database security controls including authentication, authorization, encryption, auditing, and monitoring

• Secure databases across on-premise and cloud platforms (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, AWS RDS/Aurora, Azure SQL)

• Configure and manage Database Activity Monitoring (DAM) solutions

• Conduct database vulnerability assessments, configuration reviews, and penetration testing support

• Monitor database activity logs and escalate potential security threats

• Investigate and respond to database-related security incidents

• Perform root cause analysis and remediation

• Support compliance audits by providing evidence, risk assessments, and remediation plans

• Identify and mitigate database-specific security risks

• Advise on Identity and Access Management (IAM) integration for databases

• Evaluate new database technologies and security tools

• Collaborate with DBAs, application teams, and security stakeholders

• Perform other duties assigned by the Head, Security Policy, Governance & Compliance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, GIAC, or database security certifications

• Experience using database security tools such as Imperva or native cloud security solutions

• Knowledge of automation or scripting (Python, PowerShell, SQL)

• Experience supporting large-scale or regulated financial institutions

Preferred

• Cloud security certifications such as AWS Security Specialty or Azure Security Engineer

Required Skills

• Hands-on experience securing enterprise database platforms

• Strong knowledge of authentication models, RBAC, and privilege management

• Experience with encryption at rest and in transit

• Familiarity with Key Management Systems (KMS), HSM, and secrets management

• Knowledge of SQL injection, insider threats, and database attack vectors

• Understanding of compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, PCI-DSS, and CIS

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How to Apply

Interested and qualified candidates should click on this link o apply