Senior Security Architect

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive annual salary and bonuses

Health, dental, and optical coverage

Pension fund contributions

Generous annual leave and sick leave

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng, North West, seeks a Senior Security Architect to design, implement, and maintain robust security architectures for enterprise systems. You will develop security strategies, assess risks, and ensure regulatory compliance while guiding IT and development teams.

You will work across on‑premises, cloud, and hybrid environments, lead incident response, and integrate security best practices into the SDLC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field.
• 8+ years in information security, with at least 5 years in a security architecture role.
• Experience designing and implementing security architectures for enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of network, application, cloud security, IAM, and cryptography.
• Experience with security frameworks and compliance requirements (ISO 27001, GDPR, POPIA).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to explain security concepts.
• Ability to work effectively in an on-site team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and architect secure solutions across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Develop and implement security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies, tools, and services.
• Conduct security risk assessments and threat modeling for new and existing systems.
• Oversee the implementation of security controls, including firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint security.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, GDPR, POPIA.
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security into the SDLC.
• Provide security expertise and guidance to technical teams and stakeholders.
• Lead incident response efforts related to security breaches and vulnerabilities.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies.

Skills

Security architecture

Threat modeling

Cloud security

IAM

Cryptography

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity

Advanced degree or certifications (CISSP, CISM, CCSP)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading provider of cybersecurity solutions, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Security Architect to join their dedicated team in Mahikeng, North West . This role is essential for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security architectures that protect our client's and their customers' sensitive data and systems. You will be responsible for developing comprehensive security strategies, evaluating new security technologies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, threat landscapes, and best practices across various IT domains, including cloud, networks, and applications. You will work closely with IT and development teams to embed security throughout the entire system lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to critical security initiatives within a growing organization and make a tangible impact on protecting digital assets in the Mahikeng region.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and architect secure solutions across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments.
• Develop and implement security policies, standards, and procedures.
• Evaluate and recommend security technologies, tools, and services.
• Conduct security risk assessments and threat modeling for new and existing systems.
• Oversee the implementation of security controls, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and endpoint security solutions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, POPIA).
• Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security best practices into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Provide security expertise and guidance to technical teams and stakeholders.
• Lead incident response efforts related to security breaches and vulnerabilities.
• Stay current with emerging cybersecurity threats and technologies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CCSP) are highly desirable.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a security architecture role.
• Proven experience in designing and implementing comprehensive security architectures for enterprise environments.
• Strong knowledge of network security, application security, cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP), identity and access management (IAM), and cryptography.
• Experience with security frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex security concepts to various audiences.
• Ability to work effectively within a collaborative, on-site team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and optical coverage.
• Pension fund contributions.
• Generous annual leave and sick leave policies.
• Opportunities for professional development and security certifications.
• Exposure to cutting-edge cybersecurity challenges and technologies.
• A stable and supportive work environment in Mahikeng.