Lead Cybersecurity Architect - Remote & Strategic Impact

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive benefits

Remote work

Leadership impact

Training opportunities

Cutting-edge security infra

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to spearhead advanced security initiatives. The role supports remote work with ties to Benoni and involves architecting, implementing, and managing complex security solutions to defend against threats.

You will lead a team of engineers, mentor juniors, and drive innovation in security technology and strategy. Ideal candidates have a strong technical background, leadership skills, and a passion for building

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field.
• 7+ years in cybersecurity engineering with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role.
• Deep expertise in network security, cloud security (AWS, Azure), and endpoint security.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement robust enterprise-level cybersecurity solutions.
• Lead and mentor a team of cybersecurity engineers, providing technical direction.
• Develop and maintain security infrastructure, including network and cloud security.
• Oversee security monitoring, threat detection, and incident response capabilities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security into SDLC and projects.
• Stay abreast of threats and vulnerabilities, recommending countermeasures.

Skills

Cybersecurity leadership

Network security

Cloud security (AWS, Azure)

Endpoint security

Threat intelligence

Incident response

Mentoring

Education

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

Tools

SIEM

Endpoint protection

Cloud security tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced and visionary Lead Cybersecurity Engineer to spearhead advanced security initiatives. The role supports remote work with ties to Benoni and involves architecting, implementing, and managing complex security solutions to defend against threats.

You will lead a team of engineers, mentor juniors, and drive innovation in security technology and strategy. Ideal candidates have a strong technical background, leadership skills, and a passion for building