Cyber Security Architect

Capitec Client Care; Stellenbosch; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent South African bank is seeking a Security Architect to design and implement robust cyber security architectures for its information systems. Ideal candidates should have over 4 years of experience in security architecture, especially with cloud security projects. Responsibilities include identifying security risks and developing protective strategies. Join a diverse team passionate about service in the banking industry.

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in security architecture with transformational cloud projects.
• Experience in developing security reference architectures.
• Understanding of modern Identity centric security architectures.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust cyber security architectures.
• Identify potential security risks and protect data and systems.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Communications Skills

Problem solving skills

Education

Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational

Relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology

Tools

Azure Cyber Security Architecture

Security frameworks

Data Centre infrastructure architecture

Job description

Apply now »

Date: 29 Jul 2025

Location: Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA

Company: Capitec Bank Ltd

Apply By

We're on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

• To see what life at Capitec is all about and complete a short assessment, please click here!
• Once you have completed the above finalize your application by clicking apply below.
  
  

Purpose Statement

• To design and implement robust cyber security architectures for Capitec’s information systems to identify potential security risks and develop strategies to protect the organization's data and systems.
  
  

Experience

Minimum/Ideal:

• 4+ yrs experience in security architecture with experience of architecting, building, and supporting transformational enterprise-wide cloud security projects.
• Applying technical writing skills and developing and implementing security reference architectures and security patterns.
• Of cloud security architectures, DevSecOps, secure SDLC and application security testing
  
  

Qualifications (Minimum)

• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational
  
  

Qualifications (Ideal Or Preferred)

• A relevant tertiary qualification in Information Technology - Computer Science or Information Technology
  
  

Knowledge

Minimum/Ideal

• Security frameworks, standards, and best practices.
• Secure network architecture, identity and access management principles, and application security principles.
• Project Management principles and processes
• Programming
• Data Centre infrastructure architecture.
• Understanding of Zero Trust and modern Identity centric security architectures
• Knowledge of Azure Cyber Security Architecture
• Knowledge of Information Security concepts such as encryption using keys, SSL or HTTPS
• An understanding of privileged access management solutions |
• An understanding of the key technology capabilities: endpoint – EDR / XDR – extended detection and response | SOAR – Security Orchestration and Response | Data Protection, Classification, Encryption, Key Management | SDLC – Secure Dev Ops | SASE / Zero Trust Network Access | Attack Surface Management | SOC – Security Operations Centre
  
  

Skills

• Analytical Skills
• Communications Skills
• Problem solving skills
  
  

Conditions of Employment

• Clear criminal and credit record
  
  

Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.

Apply now »