Lead Information Security Architect

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Performance bonuses

Professional growth

Hybrid work model

Job summary

WhatJobs Direct in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, invites an accomplished Lead Information Security Architect to shape our security architecture across cloud, network, and applications. This senior role blends strategic leadership with hands-on design, guiding security initiatives from migration to ongoing governance.

The hybrid role enables in-office collaboration and focused remote work, with a focus on embedding security into every IT project, mentoring teams, and ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field.
• 8+ years in information security, with at least 3 years in security architecture.
• Experience designing architectures for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and compliance frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001).

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing secure, scalable, and resilient enterprise-level security architectures.
• Developing and maintaining security standards, blueprints, and patterns for the organization.
• Evaluating and recommending new security technologies and solutions.
• Providing technical leadership and mentorship to security engineering teams.
• Collaborating with business and IT stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into security designs.
• Overseeing the security aspects of major IT projects, including cloud, network, and application infrastructure.
• Conducting threat modeling and risk assessments for proposed architectures.
• Defining security requirements for systems and applications.
• Staying informed about industry best practices, emerging threats, and regulatory changes.
• Contributing to incident response planning and post-incident reviews from an architectural perspective.

Skills

Security architecture

Threat modeling

Risk assessment

Cloud security

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Communication

Education

Master's degree

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

SIEM

SOAR

WAF

EDR

Job description

About the Role

Our client, WhatJobs Direct, is seeking an accomplished Lead Information Security Architect to join their expanding team in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal . This senior position will lead the design, development, and implementation of enterprise-wide security architectures and strategies. You will be responsible for ensuring that security is embedded into the fabric of all IT initiatives, from cloud migrations to application development. The ideal candidate will possess a visionary approach to security, anticipating future threats and designing resilient solutions. This role offers a significant opportunity to shape the security posture of a growing organization. The role operates on a hybrid model, allowing for collaborative in-office sessions and focused remote work.

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing secure, scalable, and resilient enterprise-level security architectures.
• Developing and maintaining security standards, blueprints, and patterns for the organization.
• Evaluating and recommending new security technologies and solutions.
• Providing technical leadership and mentorship to security engineering teams.
• Collaborating with business and IT stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into security designs.
• Overseeing the security aspects of major IT projects, including cloud, network, and application infrastructure.
• Conducting threat modeling and risk assessments for proposed architectures.
• Defining security requirements for systems and applications.
• Staying informed about industry best practices, emerging threats, and regulatory changes.
• Contributing to incident response planning and post-incident reviews from an architectural perspective.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 3 years in a security architecture role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing security architectures for complex, large-scale environments, including cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Deep understanding of security principles, including identity and access management, network security, data protection, and cryptography.
• Experience with security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities.
• Experience with security tooling and technologies (SIEM, SOAR, WAF, EDR).
• Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• CISSP or equivalent senior-level security certification is highly preferred.

Benefits

• We offer a highly competitive salary package, ranging up to ZAR per annum , commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement contributions, and performance bonuses.
• Opportunities for professional growth, including leadership development and advanced certifications, are readily available.
• The hybrid work model in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal supports a flexible and productive work environment.
• You will be part of a forward-thinking security team, tackling complex challenges and making a strategic impact.