Information Security Architect - Data Security & Privacy

Placements24; Riverton (UT); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive medical coverage

Retirement annuities

Long-term incentive plans

Training opportunities

Conference attendance

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Information Security Architect to lead data security and privacy initiatives. Based in Upington, Northern Cape, the role designs and implements robust architectures for encryption, access control, DLP, and privacy management, ensuring regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in information security, advanced certifications, and a proven track record delivering data protection programs across cloud and on-prem environments.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in CS, IS, or related field.
• 8+ years in information security with 5+ years in data security/privacy.
• Experience designing data security solutions including encryption, DLP, and key management.
• Knowledge of POPIA, GDPR, CCPA and related regulations.
• Cloud data security experience with AWS KMS/Azure Key Vault.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise data security and privacy architectures.
• Define controls for data at rest, in transit, and in use.
• Develop encryption, tokenization, and key management solutions.
• Implement Data Loss Prevention strategies and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with POPIA, GDPR, and CCPA.
• Provide security leadership and guidance on best practices.

Skills

CISSP

CISM

CIPP/E

Data governance

Regulatory compliance

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Tools

AWS KMS

Azure Key Vault

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading national conglomerate, is seeking an experienced Information Security Architect to lead their Data Security and Privacy initiatives. This high-impact role, based out of Upington, Northern Cape , will be responsible for designing and implementing robust security architectures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with privacy regulations. You will architect solutions for data encryption, access control, data loss prevention, and privacy management. The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in data security technologies, privacy frameworks, and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements. This is a strategic opportunity to shape the data protection landscape of a major organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement enterprise-level data security and privacy architectures.
• Define security requirements and controls for data at rest, in transit, and in use.
• Architect solutions for data encryption, tokenization, and key management.
• Develop and implement Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategies and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations such as POPIA, GDPR, and CCPA.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, and business units to understand data protection needs.
• Evaluate and recommend new data security and privacy technologies.
• Develop security policies, standards, and guidelines related to data protection.
• Conduct security reviews of data handling processes and systems.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on data security best practices.
• Stay informed about emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and regulatory changes impacting data privacy.
• Develop incident response plans specifically for data breaches.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related technical field.
• Advanced security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CIPP/E) are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years focused on data security and privacy architecture.
• Proven experience designing and implementing data security solutions, including encryption, DLP, and key management.
• In-depth knowledge of data privacy regulations (POPIA, GDPR, CCPA) and their implications for security architecture.
• Strong understanding of data lifecycle management, data governance, and data classification.
• Experience with cloud data security concepts and technologies (e.g., AWS KMS, Azure Key Vault).
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and relevant industry standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience in developing and enforcing security policies and procedures related to data.

Benefits

• Our client offers an attractive senior-level salary package, complemented by performance bonuses and a comprehensive benefits program including executive medical coverage, retirement annuities, and long-term incentive plans.
• We are committed to the professional growth of our employees, offering extensive training opportunities, conference attendance, and support for advanced certifications.
• This role provides the flexibility of remote work while being operationally aligned with our key strategic center in Upington, Northern Cape .
• You will be a key player in safeguarding critical data assets and ensuring regulatory compliance for a leading enterprise.
• We foster an environment that values expertise and promotes a healthy work-life integration.