Remote Cloud Security Architect (ICS/OT Focus)

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement planning

Performance bonuses

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Information Security Architect with a cloud focus to design, implement and manage secure cloud environments for IT/OT assets. The role offers remote work from SA, with a strong emphasis on cloud security across AWS, Azure and GCP, and ICS/SCADA protection.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in information security, 4+ in cloud security, and relevant certifications. You will shape the cybersecurity strategy and collaborate with cross-functional teams globally.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• 7+ years of information security experience with at least 4 years in cloud security architecture.
• In-depth knowledge of cloud security best practices on AWS, Azure and/or GCP.
• Experience with ICS/SCADA security is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of IAM, encryption, network security and threat modeling.
• Familiarity with NIST, ISO27001 and cloud-specific frameworks.
• Certifications like CISSP, CCSP, AWS/Azure Security preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure cloud architectures on AWS, Azure and GCP.
• Develop and enforce security policies for cloud environments.
• Conduct security assessments and penetration testing of cloud infrastructure and apps.
• Implement and manage cloud security controls including IAM, network security and data protection.
• Collaborate with IT/OT teams to integrate security into cloud deployments.
• Develop strategies for securing ICS/OT in cloud contexts.
• Stay current with cloud security threats and technologies.
• Provide technical leadership on cloud security best practices.
• Create and maintain cloud security documentation and diagrams.
• Respond to and manage security incidents in cloud environments.

Skills

Cloud security architecture

ICS/SCADA security

IAM security

Threat modeling

Network security

Encryption

Security frameworks (NIST/ISO 27001)

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Information Security Architect with a cloud focus to design, implement and manage secure cloud environments for IT/OT assets. The role offers remote work from SA, with a strong emphasis on cloud security across AWS, Azure and GCP, and ICS/SCADA protection.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in information security, 4+ in cloud security, and relevant certifications. You will shape the cybersecurity strategy and collaborate with cross-functional teams globally.