Lead Security Architect

Placements24; Midrand; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Bonus structure and stock options

Conferences and training opportunities

Midrand, Gauteng on-site environment

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa invites applications for a Lead Security Architect to design, build, and maintain secure infrastructure and applications from Midrand, Gauteng. This role shapes the overall security architecture and embeds secure practices into all technology solutions.

You will drive threat modeling, risk assessments, and security standards while collaborating with engineering, operations, and business teams. A hybrid work model and comprehensive benefits are on offer.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• 8+ years of cybersecurity experience focused on security architecture and design.
• Proven experience designing secure solutions for complex IT environments including cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Expertise across network, endpoint, IAM, data, and application security; familiarity with security frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop enterprise-wide information security architecture and strategy.
• Define security standards and guidelines for infrastructure and development.
• Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments for systems and services.
• Collaborate with engineering to ensure secure design and implementation.
• Lead and mentor security engineers and architects.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging threats.

Skills

Threat modelling

Cloud security

Network security

Identity and access management

Data security

Application security

Security architecture

Secure SDLC

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Security assessment tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and visionary Lead Security Architect to design, build, and maintain secure infrastructure and applications. This is a critical role responsible for defining the overall security architecture and ensuring that security is embedded into the foundation of all technological solutions. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of various security domains, threat modeling, and secure coding practices. You will collaborate with development, operations, and business teams to deliver scalable and resilient security solutions. This position is located in the bustling corporate district of **Midrand, Gauteng**, offering an exciting opportunity to drive security innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop enterprise-wide information security architecture and strategy.
• Define security standards, patterns, and guidelines for infrastructure and application development.
• Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments for new and existing systems and services.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and solutions to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure secure design and implementation of systems.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on security best practices and secure development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Develop security requirements for technology projects and initiatives.
• Review and approve security configurations for systems, networks, and cloud environments.Mentor junior security engineers and architects.
• Stay current with industry trends, emerging threats, and security technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a significant focus on security architecture and design.
• Proven experience in designing secure solutions for complex IT environments, including cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Expertise in network security, endpoint security, identity and access management, data security, and application security.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001).
• Experience with security assessment tools and methodologies, including threat modeling and penetration testing.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, SABSA, TOGAF are a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• A competitive salary package up to R per annum.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous bonus structure and stock options.
• Opportunities for attending industry conferences and training.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment in **Midrand, Gauteng**.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Flexible work arrangements (hybrid model).
• Wellness programs and benefits.