Senior Data Management Security Engineer

Ntt Data, Inc.; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services firm is seeking a Senior Data Management Security Engineer in Cape Town. This mid-senior level role involves defining data security architecture, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading secure data platform designs. Candidates should have a degree in information security and relevant certifications such as CISSP. The role offers a hybrid working environment in a global company committed to diversity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in information security, cybersecurity, or related field.
• CISSP, CIPP/CIPM, or CDMP certification is preferred.
• Strong analytical skills to assess potential risks.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement data security architecture.
• Lead design of secure data platforms and analytics environments.
• Oversee data classification and compliance initiatives.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical thinking

Risk evaluation

Network vulnerability assessment

Familiarity with security frameworks

Collaborative work

Education

Bachelor's degree in information security or related field

CISSP or CIPP/CIPM or CDMP certification

Cloud security certifications

Job description

Senior Data Management Security Engineer

Join NTT DATA, Inc. as a Senior Data Management Security Engineer and apply for the role today.

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future.

We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement data security architecture aligned with enterprise security and data governance frameworks.


• Lead the design of secure data platforms, including data lakes, warehouses, and analytics environments.


• Develop and manage role‑based access control (RBAC) models across data systems, ensuring least‑privilege access principles are enforced and regularly reviewed.


• Oversee data classification initiatives, identify and tag sensitive, confidential, and regulated data.


• Implement data masking, encryption, and tokenization strategies where appropriate.


• Ensure compliance with data privacy and protection regulations (e.g., POPIA, GDPR, HIPAA).


• Conduct risk assessments and audits related to data access, usage, and storage.


• Collaborate with data governance, engineering, and legal teams to align security with business and regulatory needs; participate in data governance councils and security steering committees.


• Define and monitor data access logs and anomaly detection systems.


• Support incident response teams in investigating and remediating data‑related security events.

Knowledge and Attributes

• Excellent communication skills to effectively convey technical information to non‑technical stakeholders.


• Excellent analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills to prevent hacking on a network.


• Ability to identify and evaluate potential risks and develop solutions.


• Ability to identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities and explain how to avoid them.


• Seasoned familiarity with security frameworks, standards, and regulations (e.g., NIST, CIS, GDPR).


• Strong analytical skills to analyze security incidents and assess potential risks.


• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment.

Academic Qualifications and Certifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in information security, cybersecurity, computer science, or related field.


• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP / CIPM) or Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP).


• Cloud security certifications (e.g., AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate).

Workplace type: Hybrid Working

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Information Technology

Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category.

Apply today.