Senior Cloud Security Architect (Remote-First)

Placements24; Paarl; Remote; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Certifications

Remote-friendly

Bonuses

Flexible schedule

Generous PTO

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Architect to lead security design and implementation for multi-cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) in a remote-first team. You will guide risk management, compliance, and security operations with a proactive leadership approach.

You will collaborate with engineering and DevOps globally to embed security into CI/CD, manage IAM and data protection, and stay ahead of evolving cloud threats while mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field.
• 8+ years of information security with a focus on cloud security architecture.
• Deep expertise across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.
• Experience with cloud security tools and security automation (IaC).
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Manage IAM, network security, data encryption, and vulnerability management in the cloud.
• Conduct security assessments and risk analyses of cloud deployments.
• Oversee security for cloud-native services and containerized environments.
• Maintain security documentation for cloud environments.
• Collaborate with DevOps to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Respond to cloud security incidents and guide remediation.
• Stay updated on cloud security threats and trends.
• Mentor junior security engineers on cloud security best practices.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

AWS Security Hub

Azure Security Center

GCP Security Command Center

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly skilled Senior Cloud Security Architect to join their fully remote, forward-thinking team. This role is critical for designing, implementing, and managing robust security strategies for our cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). You will be instrumental in ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our client's data and services hosted in the cloud. As a remote-first professional, you will collaborate with engineering and operations teams globally, leveraging best-in-class cloud security solutions. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in cloud security architecture, risk management, and compliance within multi-cloud environments. This is a significant opportunity to influence the security posture of our client's cloud infrastructure from anywhere, contributing to a secure and scalable digital transformation. We seek a proactive leader with a passion for cloud security innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement secure cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP.
• Develop and enforce cloud security policies, standards, and best practices.
• Implement and manage cloud security controls, including IAM, network security, data encryption, and vulnerability management.
• Conduct security assessments and risk analyses of cloud deployments.
• Oversee security for cloud-native services and containerized environments.
• Develop and maintain security documentation for cloud environments.
• Collaborate with DevOps and engineering teams to integrate security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Respond to cloud security incidents and provide guidance on remediation.
• Stay current with cloud security threats, trends, and emerging technologies.
• Mentor junior security engineers on cloud security best practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in information security, with a strong focus on cloud security architecture.
• Deep expertise in designing and securing AWS, Azure, and GCP environments.
• Proficiency with cloud security tools and services (e.g., AWS Security Hub, Azure Security Center, GCP Security Command Center).
• Strong understanding of IAM, network security (VPCs, firewalls, WAFs), data encryption, and container security.
• Experience with infrastructure as code (IaC) tools (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation) and security automation.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks relevant to cloud environments (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR).
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote setting.
• Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Security – Specialty, Azure Security Engineer, or CISSP are highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, and significant opportunities for professional growth, including certifications and training.
• This remote-first position provides exceptional work-life balance and flexibility.
• You will work with a talented and innovative team on cutting-edge cloud security challenges.
• Additional benefits include performance bonuses, ample paid time off, and a flexible work schedule.
• We are committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and remote collaboration.