Enterprise Architect | Infrastructure & Security

EPF Malaysia; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A government agency in Malaysia seeks an experienced architect to design and govern IT infrastructure and security architecture. Candidates must have over 10 years of experience in Business, Infrastructure, and Security Architecture, with a strong background in business process improvement and a TOGAF certification. This role provides an opportunity to influence enterprise-wide initiatives and requires excellent communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Malaysian citizen.
• Pass Malay Language at SPM level.
• 10+ years in Business, Infrastructure and Security Architecture.
• TOGAF certification or equivalent is advantageous.
• Experience in a management consulting environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and govern infrastructure and security architecture.
• Evaluate ideas and projects for new technologies.
• Develop infrastructure and security architecture documentation.
• Ensure compliance with architectural standards.

Skills

Business process improvements

Technical writing

Leadership

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and governing EPF’s infrastructure and security architecture. The architect ensures the reliability, scalability, and security of EPF’s IT environment, including on-premise, cloud, and hybrid systems. The role supports enterprise-wide initiatives by aligning infrastructure and security strategies with business objectives, enforcing architectural standards, and fostering resilience and compliance.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Implement infrastructure and security architecture analysis activities to evaluate ideas, projects, and opportunities for new technologies, platforms, and EPF service models.
• Conduct workshops on planning, evaluation, and discovery to identify infrastructure needs, security constraints, operational challenges, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Develop and produce infrastructure and security architecture documentation and artefacts including network topology, cloud architecture views, security models, heat maps, business continuity plans, and organizational requirements.
• Manage, oversee, or support the development of infrastructure and security architecture at the enterprise, domain, or solution level for new technology implementations or enhancements to existing systems.
• Ensure the fitness-for-purpose of infrastructure and security architecture in addressing stakeholder needs and maintaining architectural integrity, balancing trade-offs between performance, availability, scalability, and security.
• Recommend technological solutions or improvements to enhance infrastructure efficiency, system resilience, and cybersecurity posture in support of organizational goals.
• Support and adhere to the Enterprise Architecture Governance Framework, ensuring alignment across infrastructure and security domains.
• Promote the use of architecture methodologies and tools to support enterprise governance and the development of architectural artifacts.
• Implement governance and enforcement of infrastructure and security architecture principles and standards for all IT initiatives.
• Ensure all initiatives comply with the Architecture Development Framework and relevant security policies and regulations.
• Participate in and support the Enterprise Architecture Solution Forum (EASF) and the Enterprise Architecture Committee (EAC) in accordance with the Enterprise Governance Framework.
• Provide guidance and support in the areas of infrastructure frameworks, security processes, tools, methodologies, standards, and templates.
• Participate in evaluating project success, identifying best practices, and capturing lessons learned.
• Build and develop team skills in infrastructure design, cloud architecture, and cybersecurity capabilities.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualification & Experience:

• Malaysian citizen
• Pass Malay Language including oral test at Sijil Pelajaran Malaysia (SPM) level
• Possess a Bachelor's Degree with honours in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, which is recognized by the government.
• Over ten (10) years of experience in Business, Infrastructure and Security Architecture, with a specialization in Enterprise Architecture
• Possesses a TOGAF certification or equivalent certification in Enterprise Architecture and/or business IT analysis (highly advantageous)
• Demonstrates expertise in business architecture, business analysis, business application technology analysis, and business process modeling, mapping, and improvement/reengineering for large enterprises
• Experienced in developing parts of an overall IT strategic plan
• Proven ability to lead and manage large-scale technological environments
• Skilled in translating business ideas into architectural concepts and logical designs
• Experience in a management consulting environment is a strong plus

Essential Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge in business process improvements and/or re-engineering.
• Good judgment in assessment of viable IT solutions for the business.
• Process‑oriented mind‑set with sound judgment.
• Broad knowledge of IT and technology.
• Broad operational knowledge of related/multiple industries.

Essential Domain Skills

• Broad knowledge of the different business patterns and domains across multiple industries and business areas.
• Able to identify relationships between concepts, processes, drivers, details and data.
• Able to identify patterns/domains in complex situations and scenarios.
• In‑depth knowledge of business patterns and domains within business areas of a Financial Services industry is a strong advantage.

Essential Soft Skills

• Strong business acumen.
• Experience in interacting with and influencing senior management.
• Excellent technical writing and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and facilitation skills.
• Leadership capabilities and ability to mentor technical teams.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills

JOB STATUS

Permanent

All applications are strictly CONFIDENTIAL and only shortlisted candidates will be called in for interview. Applications are deemed UNSUCCESSFUL if there is no feedback from the EPF 3 MONTHS after the closing date of advertisement.

JOB STATUS

Permanent