Senior Security Architect - Remote

Placements24; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 2,964,000 - 4,282,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work

Equity options

Professional development budget

Conferences

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Security Architect to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge security solutions in a fully remote capacity. You will define the organization's security architecture, ensuring it is robust, scalable, and aligned with business objectives.

You will safeguard complex IT environments across cloud, on-prem, and hybrid setups from evolving cyber threats.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in information security with a focus on security architecture and design.
• Extensive experience designing and implementing security for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.
• Deep understanding of network security, application security, cryptography, IAM, and data security.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain the organization's comprehensive security architecture across networks, applications, cloud, and data.
• Evaluate and select security technologies to meet business requirements and counter emerging threats.
• Develop and enforce security standards and guidelines for IT infrastructure and development.
• Provide guidance on security best practices, threat modeling, and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and business teams to embed security in the full lifecycle.
• Lead security incident response and digital forensics for complex incidents.
• Stay current with emerging security technologies and trends and propose architectural improvements.

Skills

Security architecture

Threat modeling

Cloud security

IAM

Cryptography

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Computer Science / Cybersecurity

Tools

NIST framework

ISO 27001

Threat modeling tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and visionary Senior Security Architect to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge security solutions in a fully remote capacity. This strategic role involves defining the organization's security architecture, ensuring it is robust, scalable, and aligned with business objectives. You will be instrumental in safeguarding complex IT environments, including cloud infrastructure and applications, against evolving cyber threats. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned architect who excels in designing secure systems, driving innovation, and influencing security strategy from a remote-first perspective, working within a highly collaborative global team.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain the organization's comprehensive security architecture, encompassing networks, applications, cloud environments, and data.
• Evaluate and select appropriate security technologies and solutions to meet business requirements and address emerging threats.
• Develop and enforce security standards, patterns, and guidelines for IT infrastructure and application development.
• Provide expert guidance and technical leadership on security best practices, threat modeling, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and business teams to ensure security is integrated into the entire lifecycle of systems and services.
• Lead the technical aspects of security incident response and digital forensics investigations for complex incidents.
• Stay current with emerging security technologies, threats, and industry trends, recommending architectural improvements.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in information security, with a significant focus on security architecture and design.
• Extensive experience in designing and implementing security for cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid environments.
• Deep understanding of network security, application security, cryptography, identity and access management (IAM), and data security.
• Proven ability to develop and implement security architecture frameworks and strategies.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills, with the ability to influence technical and business stakeholders effectively in a remote setting.

Benefits

• Highly attractive salary with substantial bonus potential and equity options.
• Fully remote work environment offering unparalleled flexibility and global collaboration.
• Premium health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Significant budget for professional development, conferences, and advanced certifications.
• Opportunity to shape the security future of a leading organization and work on transformative projects.