> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/542649-sr-staff-security-assurance-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/542649-sr-staff-security-assurance-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Staff Security Assurance Engineer - **Company:** Databricks - **Location:** Mountain View, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Cloud Engineering, Information Systems, Containerization, Information Technology, Data Analytics, Databricks - **Published:** June 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=5218335ac3247cfc ## About the Role Do you have experience in Managing projects?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Proven Expertise: 12 years of experience (with Bachelor's degree or 8 years with advanced degree) in security and technical program/project management. Ideally, at a fast-paced, cloud-native organization. * Strategic Ownership: Demonstrated success in leading high-stakes security compliance initiatives (e.g., FedRAMP, PCI, HIPAA) from inception to market. * Complexity Management: Experience navigating projects with intricate technical dependencies, multiple stakeholders, and competing constraints with geo-distributed teams. * Executive Presence: Ability to influence and communicate effectively across the spectrum, from deep-dive technical discussions with engineers to high-level briefings for senior leadership. * Agility & Continuous Learning: A proven track record of rapidly mastering new processes, methodologies, technologies, and security frameworks to meet evolving business needs. * Communication Excellence: Superb verbal and written skills, with a knack for translating complex project data into clear, actionable insights and documentation. * Educational Foundation: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field (or equivalent practical experience). ## Description As a Senior Staff Security Assurance Engineer within the Security Assurance Team, you will lead high-visibility security compliance implementation initiatives. Reporting directly to the Senior Director, you will serve as a strategic catalyst for these programs, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with Databricks' global security objectives. You will navigate a complex, cloud-native landscape, collaborating with Security, IT, Engineering, Internal Audit, Corporate Operations, and other teams, to assure successful completion of highly cross-functional projects that enable the growth of our business and safeguard of our customers. US Citizenship Required. The impact you will have: * Drive Project Outcomes: Adopt an ownership mindset to manage the end-to-end delivery of work required for new security certifications, expanding Databricks' reach across global markets. * Accelerate Execution: Act as a force multiplier by proactively identifying and neutralizing project blockers, reducing friction, and maintaining high velocity in a cloud-native environment. * Orchestrate Cross-Functional Decision Making: Navigate complex technical and compliance trade-offs, driving consensus across Engineering, IT, and Product teams to reach timely resolutions. * Optimize Delivery Methodologies: Continuously refine project frameworks to maximize effectiveness, ensuring that security initiatives are both rigorous and agile. * Precision Program Management: Masterfully oversee project lifecycles-including milestones, dependencies, and risk mitigation-while providing executive-level transparency through accurate status reporting. * Build Strategic Partnerships: Forge deep, collaborative relationships with Security Assurance Team subject matter experts and technical stakeholders to ensure seamless alignment on security goals. ## Related Videos - [From Messy Queries to Scalable Systems - How Data Engineering actually works](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100203-from-messy-queries-to-scalable-systems-how-data-engineering-actually-works) - [Containers and Kubernetes made easy: Deep dive into Podman Desktop and new AI capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1133-containers-and-kubernetes-made-easy-deep-dive-into-podman-desktop-and-new-ai-capabilities) - [PySpark - Combining Machine Learning & Big Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/44-pyspark-combining-machine-learning-big-data) - [Cutting LLM Costs Without Cutting Quality: How to Beat Proprietary LLMs with Fine-Tuned Open Source](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100151-cutting-llm-costs-without-cutting-quality-how-to-beat-proprietary-llms-with-fine-tuned-open-source) - [OLTP in the Lakehouse: Redefining Data for AI Workloads](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2038-oltp-in-the-lakehouse-redefining-data-for-ai-workloads) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Dev Digest 121 - AI goes offline](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/456-dev-digest-121-ai-goes-offline) - [Events like RSAC Get You CISOs. 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