Cybersecurity Architect - Nelspruit

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Architect in Nelspruit (Mpumalanga) for a hybrid role. The candidate will design, build, and maintain secure IT systems, defining security strategies and ensuring secure embedding across the organization’s tech stack.

The role requires 8+ years in IT security, deep knowledge of NIST/ISO 27001, DevSecOps, and strong collaboration with IT and business teams. Exceptional communication and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years in IT security with focus on cybersecurity architecture and design.
• Experience designing secure solutions for on-premises, cloud (AWS, Azure), and hybrid environments.
• Knowledge of NIST, ISO 27001, threat modeling, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Expertise in network, application, data security, IAM, and cryptography.
• Experience with firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, WAF, and endpoint security.
• Strong secure coding practices and DevSecOps principles.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder influence.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, SABSA, or TOGAF desirable.

Responsibilities

• Design robust enterprise cybersecurity architectures.
• Develop security standards and best practices.
• Evaluate new security technologies to address threats.
• Collaborate with IT and business teams to embed security.
• Lead security incident response and remediation.
• Mentor security engineers on best practices.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and standards.

Skills

Security architecture

Threat modeling

Risk assessment

DevSecOps

Secure coding

Identity & access management

Cryptography

Network security

Communication skills

Stakeholder influence

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

SIEM

WAF

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading firm in the agriculture technology sector based in **Nelspruit, Mpumalanga**, is seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Architect. This senior role is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining secure IT systems and infrastructure that protect the company's sensitive data and intellectual property. The architect will define security strategies, evaluate new technologies, and ensure that security is embedded throughout the organization's IT landscape. This hybrid position requires collaboration with teams across the organization, with a base in **Nelspruit**.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust, scalable, and secure enterprise cybersecurity architectures.
• Develop and maintain security standards, patterns, and best practices for the organization.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and solutions to address emerging threats.
• Collaborate with IT infrastructure, application development, and business teams to integrate security into all aspects of technology solutions.
• Conduct security architecture reviews and provide guidance on secure design principles.
• Develop and maintain security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Lead the technical aspects of security incident response and remediation efforts.
• Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and industry trends.
• Ensure architectural designs comply with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Mentor and guide security engineers and other IT professionals on security best practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT security, with a significant focus on cybersecurity architecture and design.
• Proven experience in designing secure solutions for on-premises, cloud (AWS, Azure), and hybrid environments.
• In-depth knowledge of security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001), threat modeling, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Expertise in various security domains, including network security, application security, data security, identity and access management, and cryptography.
• Experience with security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, WAF, and endpoint security solutions.
• Strong understanding of secure coding practices and DevSecOps principles.
• Excellent analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, SABSA, or TOGAF are highly desirable.

Benefits

Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive medical and retirement benefits, performance bonuses, and significant opportunities for professional growth and development. The hybrid work model offers flexibility, and the role provides a challenging and rewarding opportunity to shape the cybersecurity strategy of a leading firm in **Nelspruit**.