Senior Security Architect

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

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Health and life insurance

Hybrid work model

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Security Architect in Bloemfontein to lead security architecture for enterprise systems. You will design secure blueprints, evaluate technologies, and guide engineering teams to embed security in new designs.

The role requires a Master's in a relevant field and CISSP, with 7+ years in security architecture. Hybrid work with some on-site presence in Bloemfontein is expected.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• CISSP or similar advanced certification is essential.
• 7+ years of experience in security architecture design and implementation.

Responsibilities

• Design secure enterprise architecture frameworks and security blueprints.
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies to address threats.
• Collaborate with engineering to integrate security into system designs.
• Define security requirements and standards for projects.

Skills

Security architecture

Cloud security

Threat modeling

Leadership

Security standards

Education

Master's degree in CS/Info Security

CISSP or equivalent

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

IAM

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a visionary Senior Security Architect to join their advanced technology division in Bloemfontein . This role is instrumental in designing and overseeing the implementation of secure architectural solutions that protect the company's critical infrastructure and data assets. You will be responsible for defining security standards, evaluating new security technologies, and ensuring that security is a foundational element in all system designs. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of complex security landscapes and a proven ability to translate business needs into robust security designs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document secure enterprise architecture frameworks and security blueprints.
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies and solutions to address current and future threats.
• Collaborate with engineering and development teams to ensure security is integrated into the design and implementation of new systems and applications.
• Define security requirements and standards for various projects and initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on security architecture best practices and implementation strategies.
• Conduct security reviews of proposed architectures and provide recommendations for improvement.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; CISSP or similar advanced certification is essential.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in security architecture design and implementation within complex enterprise environments.
• Proven expertise in network security, cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP), application security, and identity and access management.
• Strong understanding of threat modeling and risk assessment methodologies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment with some on-site presence in Bloemfontein expected.

Benefits

• Attractive salary with annual bonus and long-term incentives.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and life insurance benefits.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and development, including advanced training.
• A hybrid work model that balances flexibility with team collaboration.
• The chance to architect cutting-edge security solutions for a forward-thinking company.