Hybrid Global Information Security Architect & Strategy Lead

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive health benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Principal Information Security Architect to lead the definition and evolution of the company’s global information security architecture from our Sandton, Gauteng offices. You will drive security standards across cloud, networks, applications, and data, mentor security teams, and partner with executive stakeholders to align security with business goals.

This leadership role demands strategic thinking, risk management, and a track record of delivering security

Qualifications

• Master's degree in computer science, information security or related field.
• 10+ years in information security with at least 5 in security architecture.
• Proven design and implementation of enterprise-scale security architectures.
• Strong knowledge of security domains: network, cloud, app, data, IAM.
• Experience with security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and relevant regulations.
• Demonstrated leadership, communication, and stakeholder management.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISSP-ISSAP, TOGAF are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of enterprise-wide information security architecture.
• Define security standards, policies, and best practices for infrastructure, apps, and cloud.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies to address threats and needs.
• Provide guidance on security architecture for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), networks, and systems.
• Oversee security architecture reviews for major projects and initiatives.
• Develop security roadmaps and strategic plans to enhance the security posture.
• Collaborate with senior IT leadership, risk management, and stakeholders to meet requirements.
• Mentor and guide security engineering teams and architects.
• Stay current with industry trends, threats, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Security architecture

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Mentorship

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Principal Information Security Architect to lead the definition and evolution of the company’s global information security architecture from our Sandton, Gauteng offices. You will drive security standards across cloud, networks, applications, and data, mentor security teams, and partner with executive stakeholders to align security with business goals.

This leadership role demands strategic thinking, risk management, and a track record of delivering security