Lead the architecture, automation, operation, and scaling of database platforms across AWS and on-premises environments. Build infrastructure-as-code, self-service tooling, schema migration workflows, compliance controls, and reference implementations. Establish technical standards, mentor engineers, collaborate across software, data, and SRE teams, support audits, and participate in a 24/7 on-call rotation.

Designs and reviews security architecture, performs threat modeling and cloud assessments, responds to incidents, manages security tools, and advises engineering teams on secure development. Conducts code and vulnerability reviews using OWASP and MITRE ATLAS, evaluates AI and LLM security risks, and supports security monitoring, risk assessment, data protection, and compliance across applications, infrastructure, and endpoints.