Lead Information Security Architect

Placements24; East End (United States Virgin Islands); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus

Remote work

Health benefits

Stock options

Development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Lead Information Security Architect to spearhead security architecture initiatives. This fully remote role enables contributions from anywhere in South Africa.

You will design, build, and maintain a secure, scalable, and resilient security architecture aligned with our strategic objectives and industry best practices. You will lead a distributed team of security engineers, set standards, evaluate new technologies, and translate complex business needs into

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a security architecture role.
• Proven track record designing and implementing complex security solutions across diverse stacks.
• Deep understanding of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), network and application security.

Responsibilities

• Design and document enterprise security architecture aligned with business goals and best practices.
• Develop and maintain security reference architectures for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies to enhance posture.
• Provide technical leadership to security engineers and IT teams on best practices.
• Define security requirements for new projects and embed security from design.
• Lead development and implementation of security standards and guidelines.

Skills

Security architecture

Cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Information Security/CS or related field

Job description

Our client is seeking a visionary Lead Information Security Architect to spearhead their security architecture initiatives. This is a fully remote role, offering the ultimate flexibility to contribute from anywhere in South Africa. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining a secure, scalable, and resilient security architecture that supports the company's strategic objectives. This position requires a deep understanding of security principles, emerging technologies, and the ability to translate complex business needs into robust security solutions within a collaborative, distributed team environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and document the enterprise security architecture , ensuring it aligns with business goals and industry best practices.
• Develop and maintain security reference architectures for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and solutions to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance to security engineers and other IT teams on security best practices.
• Define security requirements for new projects and systems, ensuring security is embedded from the design phase.
• Lead the development and implementation of security standards and guidelines across the organization.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a security architecture role.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing complex security solutions across diverse technology stacks.
• Deep understanding of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), network security, and application security.
• Experience with security frameworks and compliance standards.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, crucial for leading a remote team effectively.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and executive-level bonus opportunities.
• Full remote work flexibility, empowering you to work from any location in South Africa.
• Comprehensive executive health benefits package.
• Generous stock options and long-term incentive plans.
• Significant budget for professional development, conferences, and certifications.
• Opportunity to shape the future of security for a growing organization and lead a distributed team.