Security Architect

Placements24; South Africa; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive compensation

Health insurance

Retirement plan with company matching

Professional growth opportunities

Remote work flexibility

Annual performance bonuses

Wellness initiatives

Security tools access

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Information Security Architect in Randburg, Gauteng, adopting a hybrid work model. The role focuses on designing and implementing next-generation security infrastructure, aligning with business goals and standards, and guiding security teams.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in information security, with 4+ years in security architecture, deep knowledge of network, cloud, and data security, and relevant certifications like CISSP-ISSAP, SABSA, or TOGAF.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years in information security, with 4+ years in security architecture.
• Experience designing security architectures across network, cloud, endpoint, data.
• Familiarity with security standards: ISO 27001, NIST CSF, COBIT.
• Strong collaboration with IT and security operations teams.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain enterprise information security architecture across network, endpoint, data, cloud, and app security.
• Define security standards, guidelines, and best practices for technology implementations.
• Evaluate and integrate new security technologies to improve security posture.
• Develop technical security roadmaps aligned with business goals.
• Review and approve security designs for new projects and initiatives.
• Maintain security architecture documentation including diagrams, policies, and procedures.
• Assess threats and propose architectural changes to mitigate risks.
• Contribute to incident response planning and post-incident reviews.

Skills

Firewalls

IDS/IPS

WAFs

SIEM

EDR

IAM

Encryption

Cloud security

ISO 27001

NIST CSF

COBIT

TOGAF

Threat modeling

Risk assessment

Security governance

Communication skills

Architecture modeling

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Architecture modeling tools

Job description

Information Security Architect - Security Infrastructure Design

Our client is seeking a visionary and technically proficient Information Security Architect to lead the design and implementation of their next-generation security infrastructure. In this crucial role, you will be responsible for defining the enterprise security architecture, ensuring it is robust, scalable, and aligned with business objectives and regulatory requirements. You will evaluate, select, and integrate security technologies, develop security standards, and provide technical leadership to security teams. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced architect to shape the security landscape of a major organization in Randburg, Gauteng , operating on a hybrid work model.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain the enterprise information security architecture, encompassing network security, endpoint security, data security, cloud security, and application security.
• Define security standards, guidelines, and best practices for technology implementations.
• Evaluate and recommend new security technologies and solutions to enhance the organization’s security posture.
• Develop technical security roadmaps and strategies aligned with business goals.
• Collaborate with IT infrastructure, application development, and cybersecurity operations teams to ensure security is integrated throughout the system development lifecycle.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on security architecture principles and best practices.
• Review and approve security designs for new projects and initiatives.
• Develop and maintain security architecture documentation, including diagrams, policies, and procedures.
• Assess emerging threats and vulnerabilities and propose architectural changes to mitigate risks.
• Contribute to security incident response planning and post-incident architectural reviews.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 4 years in a security architecture role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing complex security architectures across various domains (network, cloud, endpoint, data).
• In-depth knowledge of security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, WAFs, SIEM, EDR, IAM, and encryption.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Familiarity with relevant security standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, COBIT).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience with security architecture modeling tools and methodologies.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP-ISSAP, SABSA, or TOGAF are highly desirable.
• Comfortable working within a hybrid framework in Randburg, Gauteng .

Benefits

• Executive-level compensation package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Opportunities for professional growth including advanced training, conferences, and certifications.
• Remote work flexibility with a leading organization.
• Access to state-of-the-art security tools and platforms.
• Annual performance bonuses.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Employee assistance program and wellness initiatives.
• Opportunity to shape the future of cybersecurity architecture.

Senior roles and remote opportunities

• Lead Information Security Architect - Remote Focus: Senior, remote-first role focusing on enterprise-wide security architecture, cloud and on-premises design, and guidance to engineering and product teams. Includes responsibilities for threat modeling, risk assessments, and security governance.
• Lead Information Security Architect: Fully remote; design, build, and maintain secure enterprise-level architectures; lead technology evaluations; mentor teams; ensure security across cloud and on-premises.
• Principal Information Security Architect: Senior strategic role to define architecture principles and roadmaps; extensive cloud experience; leadership across large-scale programs; remote-friendly.