Cloud Security Architect

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Generous paid time off

Remote-friendly

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an expert Cloud Security Architect to design and implement secure cloud solutions on a fully remote basis. You will define the security strategy across AWS, Azure, and GCP, collaborating with engineering and operations teams to embed security into the cloud adoption lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in information security with a focus on cloud security architecture, deep cloud provider knowledge, and proven experience implementing IAM, KMS, VPC security and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience in a related field.
• 5+ years of information security experience with a focus on cloud security architecture.
• Deep expertise in security principles for major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience designing and implementing security controls for cloud environments (IAM, KMS, VPC security, security groups).
• Strong understanding of cloud compliance frameworks and data privacy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect secure cloud infrastructure solutions for AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Develop and implement cloud security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Evaluate and select cloud security technologies to protect data and applications.
• Oversee security controls implementation including IAM, KMS, network security, and data encryption.
• Conduct security assessments of cloud deployments and provide hardening recommendations.
• Lead incident response for cloud-based security events and ensure rapid remediation.

Skills

Cloud security architecture

Cloud providers security

IAM

KMS

VPC security

Security groups

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an expert Cloud Security Architect to design and implement secure cloud solutions on a fully remote basis. This critical role involves defining the security strategy for cloud environments, ensuring data protection, compliance, and resilience across cloud platforms. You will collaborate with engineering and operations teams to integrate security best practices throughout the cloud adoption lifecycle. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in cloud security principles, architecture design, and the implementation of robust security controls in major cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect secure cloud infrastructure solutions using best practices for AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Develop and implement cloud security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Evaluate and select appropriate cloud security technologies and services to protect data and applications.
• Oversee the implementation of security controls, including identity and access management, network security, and data encryption.
• Conduct security assessments of cloud deployments and provide recommendations for hardening.
• Lead incident response efforts for cloud-based security events and ensure rapid remediation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 5+ years of experience in information security, with a significant focus on cloud security architecture.
• Deep expertise in security principles for major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Proven experience designing and implementing security controls for cloud environments (e.g., IAM, KMS, VPC security, security groups).
• Strong understanding of cloud compliance frameworks and data privacy regulations.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to guide technical teams remotely.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and flexible remote working arrangements.
• Access to cutting-edge cloud security technologies and training.
• A key role in shaping the security of the company's cloud infrastructure from anywhere.