Senior Information Security Architect

Placements24; United States; Remote; USD 73,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Competitive executive benefits

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Information Security Architect to design, build, and maintain a robust security architecture for Randburg. Translate business needs into secure tech solutions and lead security initiatives across the organization.

The role requires deep expertise in cloud environments (AWS/Azure/GCP), threat modeling, and strong leadership. You will define security standards and guide major IT projects to ensure risk-based, scalable security.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in CS, cybersecurity or related field.
• 10+ years in information security with an architecture focus.
• Cloud security architecture for AWS, Azure and GCP.
• Experience with threat modeling and risk assessment methodologies.
• CISSP-ISSAP or SABSA certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure enterprise-wide security architectures and solutions.
• Develop and maintain security standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Evaluate emerging security technologies and assess suitability for adoption.
• Provide technical leadership on security aspects of major IT projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security across the system lifecycle.
• Develop and manage security roadmaps aligned with business objectives.

Skills

Security architecture

Cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Threat modeling

IAM & cryptography

Leadership & communication

Security frameworks (e.g., CISSP-ISSAP

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science/Cybersecurity

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a visionary Senior Information Security Architect to design, build, and maintain a robust and scalable security architecture in Randburg . This strategic role involves translating business requirements into secure technical solutions, defining security standards, and guiding the implementation of advanced security technologies. You will work collaboratively with engineering, infrastructure, and business teams to embed security throughout the organization's technology landscape. The ideal candidate is a thought leader in cybersecurity, with a proven track record of designing secure systems and leading complex security initiatives. This position is critical to ensuring the long-term security and resilience of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure enterprise-wide security architectures and solutions.
• Develop and maintain security standards, guidelines, and best practices.
• Evaluate emerging security technologies and assess their suitability for adoption.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on security aspects of major IT projects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security is integrated into the entire system lifecycle.
• Develop and manage security roadmaps aligned with business objectives and threat landscape.
• Lead threat modeling exercises and security design reviews.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related engineering field.
• 10+ years of experience in information security, with a significant focus on security architecture.
• Deep expertise in designing security controls for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP), networks, and applications.
• Proven experience with security frameworks, threat modeling, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Strong understanding of cryptographic principles, identity and access management (IAM), and security protocols.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills.
• Relevant advanced certifications (e.g., CISSP-ISSAP, SABSA).

Benefits

• Exceptional salary and comprehensive executive benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for strategic impact and professional development in Randburg .
• Access to cutting-edge security technologies and challenging architectural problems.
• Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates.
• A highly collaborative and innovative work environment.