Information Security Architect

Placements24; Gauteng; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Home office stipend

Health benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a visionary Information Security Architect to join a fully remote team supporting operations across South Africa. You will design, build, and maintain the organization’s security architecture, leading strategic security initiatives with autonomy from a home office.

The role requires 7+ years in information security, including 3+ years in security architecture, with strong cloud experience (AWS, Azure, GCP) and advanced certifications.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field; advanced security certifications strongly preferred.
• Over 7 years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a dedicated security architecture role.
• Experience designing and implementing security solutions in hybrid and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Expertise in network security, application security, data protection, IAM, and threat intelligence.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks, compliance regulations, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure, scalable, and resilient enterprise security architectures across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Develop and maintain security blueprints, standards, and guidelines for the organization.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and solutions to address emerging threats and business needs.
• Lead threat modeling exercises and security design reviews for new projects and systems.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, IT, and business stakeholders to integrate security into the entire system development lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for security architecture and standards.

Skills

Security architecture

CISSP-ISSAP

TOGAF

Cloud security AWS/Azure/GCP

Stakeholder leadership

Education

Master's degree in Information Security or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a visionary Information Security Architect to join their fully remote team, supporting operations across South Africa. This is a pivotal role where you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining the organization's overall security architecture. You will lead the strategic direction of our security infrastructure, ensuring it is resilient, scalable, and capable of defending against sophisticated threats. As a remote-first company, you will collaborate with distributed teams, leverage cutting-edge technologies, and have the autonomy to innovate from your home office, contributing significantly to the company's robust security framework.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure, scalable, and resilient enterprise security architectures across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Develop and maintain security blueprints, standards, and guidelines for the organization.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and solutions to address emerging threats and business needs.
• Lead threat modeling exercises and security design reviews for new projects and systems.
• Collaborate closely with engineering, IT, and business stakeholders to integrate security into the entire system development lifecycle.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for security architecture and standards.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field; advanced security certifications (e.g., CISSP-ISSAP, TOGAF) are strongly preferred.
• Over 7 years of experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a dedicated security architecture role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing security solutions in hybrid and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Expertise in network security, application security, data protection, identity and access management (IAM), and threat intelligence.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks, compliance regulations, and risk management principles.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills to effectively influence stakeholders.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work environment with flexible hours.
• Generous home office stipend and IT equipment provided.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership in a forward-thinking company.