Senior Cybersecurity Architect

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,959,000 - 2,938,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Stock options

Global health insurance

Professional development budget

Fully remote

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Cybersecurity Architect to design and guide secure infrastructure in a remote-first role. You will establish standards, evaluate technologies, and create architectures to protect complex systems while aligning with business goals.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years in cybersecurity, master's-level education, and advanced certifications (CISSP/CISM). Expect leadership across cloud environments and strategic security initiatives in a fully remote setting.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• Security architecture expertise and advanced certifications preferred.
• Experience translating business needs into secure designs.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement secure enterprise architectures for cloud and on-premises environments.
• Define security requirements and best practices for new systems and infrastructure deployments.
• Evaluate security technologies and craft mitigation strategies for risks.
• Lead threat modeling and collaborate across teams to embed security in the lifecycle.
• Provide expert guidance and contribute to strategic security planning.

Skills

Security architecture

Cloud security

Threat modeling

Strategic thinking

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related engineering discipline

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Our client is seeking a visionary Senior Cybersecurity Architect to design and guide the implementation of their security infrastructure, operating in a fully remote capacity. This role is paramount in establishing a secure and resilient technology foundation that supports the organization's strategic objectives. You will define security standards, evaluate new technologies, and create secure architectures for complex systems, ensuring robust protection against sophisticated threats. This position is ideal for a seasoned professional who thrives on solving complex security challenges and shaping the future of cybersecurity strategy in a remote-first environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement secure enterprise-level architectures for cloud and on-premises environments.
• Define security requirements and best practices for new systems, applications, and infrastructure deployments.
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies, tools, and solutions to enhance the organization's security posture.
• Lead threat modeling exercises and develop mitigation strategies for identified risks.
• Collaborate with engineering, development, and operations teams to integrate security into the entire system lifecycle.
• Provide expert technical guidance on cybersecurity matters and contribute to strategic security planning.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related engineering discipline; CISSP, CISM, or equivalent advanced certification required.
• 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, with a significant focus on security architecture and design.
• Extensive experience designing and implementing security solutions in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Deep understanding of network security, data protection, identity and access management, and cryptography.
• Proven ability to translate business requirements into secure technical designs.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills, effective in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Top-tier compensation package including base salary and performance bonuses.
• Generous stock options and long-term incentive plans.
• Comprehensive global health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Significant budget for professional development, conferences, and certifications.
• Fully remote work arrangement with flexibility in working hours.