Remote Cloud Security Architect — Lead Secure SDLC

Placements24; Randburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Architect to design, implement and maintain robust security architectures for cloud infrastructure. This remote-first role covers South Africa and requires deep expertise in cloud security, threat modeling and secure application development.

You will lead security for AWS, Azure and GCP, enforce policies, conduct assessments, and collaborate with development and operations to embed security across the SDLC.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in information security with 5+ years focused on cloud security.
• Proven experience designing security architectures on AWS, Azure, GCP.
• Knowledge of risk frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance.
• Experience with SIEM, IDS/IPS, WAF and vulnerability scanners.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement security solutions for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Develop and enforce security policies across the cloud environment.
• Conduct security assessments, penetration testing, and vulnerability management.
• Manage identity and access, data encryption, and network security controls.
• Lead threat modeling and incident response planning for cloud systems.
• Collaborate with development and operations to embed security in SDLC.

Skills

Cloud security

Threat modeling

Secure SDLC

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Security

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

WAF

Vulnerability scanners

Data encryption

IAM tooling

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Architect to design, implement and maintain robust security architectures for cloud infrastructure. This remote-first role covers South Africa and requires deep expertise in cloud security, threat modeling and secure application development.

You will lead security for AWS, Azure and GCP, enforce policies, conduct assessments, and collaborate with development and operations to embed security across the SDLC.