Senior Security Architect

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

Executive-level training

Job summary

Placements24 in East London, Eastern Cape, seeks a Senior Security Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure IT infrastructure and solutions. The role defines enterprise security strategy and guides the organization toward a more secure future.

Ideal candidates have 10+ years in information security, 5+ years in security architecture, and deep expertise in TOGAF, SABSA, NIST, and cloud security across AWS, Azure, and GCP. On-site work is required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a security architecture role.
• Proven experience designing and implementing complex security architectures for large enterprises.
• In-depth knowledge of security principles, frameworks (TOGAF, SABSA, NIST), and technologies.
• Experience with cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices security.
• Strong understanding of network security, cryptography, IAM, and application security.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP-ISSAP, TOGAF, or equivalent are highly preferred.
• Must be willing to work on-site in East London, Eastern Cape.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the enterprise security architecture strategy and roadmap.
• Design and oversee the implementation of security controls and solutions across various technology domains (network, cloud, applications, data).
• Evaluate emerging security technologies and recommend their adoption where appropriate.
• Lead security reviews of new projects and initiatives, ensuring security is embedded from the outset.
• Define security standards, patterns, and best practices for the organization.
• Collaborate with IT leadership, engineering teams, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment of security architecture with business objectives.
• Provide expert guidance on security architecture principles and best practices.
• Develop and maintain security architecture documentation, including diagrams, policies, and standards.
• Contribute to threat modeling and risk assessment processes from an architectural perspective.
• Mentor junior security professionals and contribute to the growth of the security team.

Skills

Security architecture

Information security

Cloud security

IAM

Cryptography

Network security

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major player in the telecommunications sector located in East London, Eastern Cape , is seeking an experienced Senior Security Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure IT infrastructure and solutions. This executive-level position is responsible for defining the enterprise security strategy, ensuring robust protection of critical assets, and guiding the organization towards a more secure future. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise, a strategic mindset, and a proven ability to translate business requirements into effective security designs. This is a critical role for an individual passionate about building resilient and secure systems within a leading South African company.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the enterprise security architecture strategy and roadmap.
• Design and oversee the implementation of security controls and solutions across various technology domains (network, cloud, applications, data).
• Evaluate emerging security technologies and recommend their adoption where appropriate.
• Lead security reviews of new projects and initiatives, ensuring security is embedded from the outset.
• Define security standards, patterns, and best practices for the organization.
• Collaborate with IT leadership, engineering teams, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment of security architecture with business objectives.
• Provide expert guidance on security architecture principles and best practices.
• Develop and maintain security architecture documentation, including diagrams, policies, and standards.
• Contribute to threat modeling and risk assessment processes from an architectural perspective.
• Mentor junior security professionals and contribute to the growth of the security team.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a security architecture role.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing complex security architectures for large enterprises.
• In-depth knowledge of security principles, frameworks (e.g., TOGAF, SABSA, NIST), and technologies.
• Experience with cloud security architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP) and microservices security.
• Strong understanding of network security, cryptography, identity and access management (IAM), and application security.
• Excellent strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP-ISSAP, TOGAF, or equivalent are highly preferred.
• Must be willing to work on-site in East London, Eastern Cape .

Benefits

• Our client offers a highly competitive salary package, with earnings up to per annum, reflecting the seniority and impact of this role.
• comprehensive medical aid, a generous pension fund, performance bonuses, and opportunities for executive-level training and development.
• Employees work in a state-of-the-art facility in East London, Eastern Cape , with access to leading-edge technology and a supportive senior management team.

This is an unparalleled opportunity to shape the security landscape of a major industry leader and advance your career at the highest level.