via Reed · 18 September 2026 ·2 days ago

RBAC Security Data Platform Engineer

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RBAC Security & Data Governance Engineer

  • Contract Duration: 6 months

  • Location: Hybrid (3 days a week in the office)

  • Paying Inside IR35

Join our team for a pivotal role in modernising and enhancing the security and data governance frameworks within a leading media organisation. This contract position is designed to accelerate key programmes in role-based access control (RBAC), data classification, and platform security.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Access Management & RBAC: Implement and optimise RBAC enhancements, integrate access requirements from enterprise-wide IDAM programmes, and automate access management processes.

  • Data Classification & Governance: Establish and enforce data classification standards, integrate governance principles into new data integrations, and enhance metadata classification controls.

  • Metadata & Data Catalogue Integration: Enhance metadata visibility and integration across platforms like BigQuery, Alation, and Fivetran.

  • Vulnerability Management & Platform Security: Lead the assessment and remediation of platform vulnerabilities, improve security reporting, and establish metrics for tracking security performance.

  • Data Platform Operations: Participate in platform operations, troubleshoot issues, and enhance operational processes.

  • Platform Optimisation: Identify and implement strategies to reduce technical debt and improve platform reliability.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Extensive hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform, including BigQuery, GCS, IAM, and Kubernetes.

  • Proficiency in Python, Airflow, dbt, and familiarity with Terraform and CI/CD pipelines.

  • Experience with data governance tools like Alation, Fivetran, and Tableau.

  • Strong understanding of RBAC, IAM, PAM, and data governance principles.

  • Experience in highly regulated or security-conscious environments.

  • Ability to automate processes and remediate security vulnerabilities.

  • Excellent stakeholder engagement skills.

Ideal Backgrounds:
  • Previous roles in large-scale media organisations or enterprise technology environments.

  • Experience in cloud transformation programmes and data governance initiatives.

  • Former positions in major consultancies such as Accenture, Deloitte, Capgemini, KPMG, EY, Thoughtworks, BJSS, or Publicis Sapient.

Benefits:
  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic, innovative environment.

  • Exposure to leading-edge technology and practices in security and data governance.

To apply for this RBAC Security & Data Governance Engineer position, please submit your CV and a member of the Reed Professional Services Team will be in touch.

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