Information Security Architect

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 invites a seasoned Information Security Architect to design secure infrastructure and applications in a hybrid Queenstown setting. You will shape our cybersecurity posture, define standards, and evaluate technologies to protect data integrity and confidentiality across on-prem and cloud environments.

You will lead security reviews, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive threat modeling, risk assessment, and incident response activities to ensure rigorous security across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in information security with focus on security architecture and design.
• Experience designing secure solutions for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Knowledge of network security, application security, cryptography, and identity management.
• Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST CSF, ISO 27001) and compliance requirements.
• Strong threat modeling and risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking with clear communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security architectures for on-prem and cloud environments.
• Develop and maintain security standards, blueprints, and reference architectures.
• Evaluate security technologies and threat mitigation solutions.
• Lead security reviews of projects, apps, and infra designs.
• Collaborate with engineering to embed security into the dev lifecycle.
• Develop and manage security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Conduct security risk assessments and mitigation planning.
• Provide guidance on security best practices and compliance needs.
• Stay updated on industry trends and evolving security tech.
• Lead incident response planning and participate in response activities.

Skills

Security architecture

Cloud security

Threat modeling

Risk assessment

Compliance knowledge

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder influence

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Info Sec

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and strategic Information Security Architect to design and implement secure infrastructure and applications. This role is crucial for shaping the future of our client's cybersecurity landscape. Based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape , with a Hybrid work arrangement, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security best practices into all technology initiatives. You will be responsible for defining security standards, evaluating new technologies, and ensuring the overall integrity and confidentiality of our client's systems and data. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a tangible impact on a growing organization's security posture.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement comprehensive security architectures for on-premises and cloud environments.
• Develop and maintain security standards, blueprints, and reference architectures.
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies and solutions to address emerging threats and business needs.
• Lead security reviews of new projects, applications, and infrastructure designs.
• Collaborate with engineering and development teams to ensure security is integrated throughout the development lifecycle.
• Develop and manage security policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Conduct security risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.
• Provide expert guidance on security best practices, compliance requirements, and threat mitigation.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging threats, and evolving security technologies.
• Lead incident response planning and contribute to the execution of response activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in information security, with a significant focus on security architecture and design.
• Proven experience designing secure solutions for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• In-depth knowledge of network security, application security, cryptography, and identity management.
• Experience with security frameworks (e.g., NIST CSF, ISO 27001) and compliance regulations.
• Strong understanding of threat modeling and risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Experience with a Hybrid work model and collaborating effectively in such an environment.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, ISSAP, or TOGAF are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, and retirement savings plan.
• Employees benefit from professional development opportunities, including training and certifications, and access to cutting-edge security technologies.
• The Hybrid work model provides a balance between in-office collaboration and remote flexibility.