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Job DescriptionOBJECTIVES/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 of 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 enforced 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
LocationsIND - BengaluruWorker TypeEmployeeWorker Sub-TypeRegularTime TypeFull timeSkills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent work experience
- At least 5 years of experience in a deeply technical role
- Proficiency in Python for integrations, automation, and data pipelines
- Strong knowledge of SQL and NoSQL databases
- Familiarity with Databricks and AWS cloud platforms
- Experience with data modeling, data warehousing, ETL processes, and real-time streaming
- Understanding of machine learning and Generative AI or agentic AI principles
- Knowledge of data security practices, encryption, anonymization, and Data Security Posture Management
- Understanding of GDPR, HIPAA, and data governance compliance requirements
- Experience implementing role-based and attribute-based access control
- Experience with data discovery, classification, policy management, monitoring, and auditing
- Experience with Microsoft SharePoint, OneDrive, and Microsoft data estate classification and tagging
- Understanding of Agile SDLC methodology
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Knowledge of DevSecOps practices
- Experience with IAM across AWS and Azure
- Experience with Entra ID, SailPoint, and Okta
- Experience with Immuta, Privacera, Cyral, or similar hyperscale technologies
- Experience with Microsoft Entra Suite, Purview, Unity Catalog, Informatica Catalog, or Informatica IDMC
- Experience with tokenization, data clean rooms, Kubernetes, AWS EKS, and Terraform
- System administration skills
- Experience with ServiceNow Service Catalog Authoring
- Experience with pharmaceutical industry platform qualification processes
Takeda Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Takeda and has not been reviewed or approved by Takeda.
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Retirement Support — Employer-funded retirement is described as notably strong, combining a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match with an additional company contribution that scales with age and service. Access to an employee stock purchase plan further supports long-term wealth building.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid bonding leave for all parents, substantial adoption/surrogacy reimbursement, and robust caregiver resources (backup care and Maven family-forming support) are emphasized as core strengths. These offerings create a comprehensive safety net for a range of family situations.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (nationwide PPO/HSA and regional HMOs), employer HSA funding, and integrated mental-health and well-being programs signal depth in coverage. Preventive care is covered in-network, and plan choices by state expand access.
Takeda Insights
What We Do
For over 240 years, Takeda’s propensity to evolve has driven the next generation of innovation, and as a future-focused organization, we’re continuing to drive forward with endurance in our steadfast pursuit to achieve the best outcomes for our patients in a rapidly changing world. We have been preparing for this period of value creation by investing in data, digital and technology, and we’re proud of our employees and their commitment to turning groundbreaking ideas into life-changing impacts. Since our founding in Japan, integrity and putting patients first have been at the heart of our identity, and we will emerge ready for our future as one of the most trusted and science-driven digital biopharmaceutical companies. Join a team where your innovation impacts lives. Together, we’ll realize improved outcomes by improving data quality, enhancing launch execution and improving the patient journey. You’ll play a critical role in accelerating data collection and increasing accuracy across all parts of the business. Patients across the globe will benefit from access to treatments afforded by greater opportunities and efficiency in our research and development.
Why Work With Us
We connect to our history and Japanese heritage through everything we do to bring our purpose, values, vision, and imperatives to life. We are committed to bringing better health and a brighter future to patients. Being a part of Takeda means having the opportunity to be a part of something bigger than yourself.
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