Snr Specialist IM Security Arch.& Eng

Anglo American; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Johannesburg seeks a Cybersecurity Architect to design and implement a comprehensive security architecture based on zero-trust principles. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years in a similar role, a degree in IT, and relevant cybersecurity certifications. This role ensures alignment with business objectives and cybersecurity standards, contributing to the company's long-term value creation and commitment to safety and sustainability in operations.

Benefits

Market-aligned reward and recognition

Opportunities for learning and development

Commitment to safe Operations

Qualifications

• Grade 12 is mandatory.
• 5 - 7 years of working experience in a similar role required.
• Must have no criminal record.

Responsibilities

• Define and maintain enterprise-wide security architecture aligned with Zero Trust principles.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend cybersecurity technologies.
• Develop and maintain security architecture roadmaps.

Skills

Experience implementing Zero-Trust architecture principles

Strong working knowledge of managing security infrastructures

Experience with security frameworks such as NIST

Good command of English language both written and spoken

Education

Bachelor’s degree/Diploma in IT, Cybersecurity or related field

Postgraduate qualification in related IM discipline

Tools

CISSP

TOGAF

Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert

Job description

Company Description

Valterra Platinum, formerly Anglo American Platinum, is a leading primary producer of platinum group metals (PGMs), with integrated mining, smelting, and refining operations in South Africa and Zimbabwe, marketing the metal we produce globally. Following our demerger from Anglo American plc, Valterra Platinum is now an independent, publicly listed company with a primary and secondary listing on the Johannesburg and London stock exchanges respectively.

As we embark on this exciting new chapter, Valterra Platinum is positioned to define and pursue its own strategy, anchored in operational excellence, sustainability, and value creation for the long-term. With full accountability for our performance and growth, we are focused on strengthening our capabilities across the entire PGM value chain, from mine to market.

Our independence empowers us to deepen our commitment to stakeholders and lead with purpose – to Unearth Value to Better Our World. We remain steadfast in our ambition to be the world’s foremost producer of platinum group metals, while embedding safety and sustainability in everything we do.

If you're driven by purpose and the opportunity to make a lasting impact, we invite you to join us. Apply today and be part of something bigger.

Number of positions: 01

Location: Corporate Office, Rosebank

Job Description

This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining a comprehensive cybersecurity architecture that is based on zero-trust principles, aligns with Valterra Platinum’s business objectives, aligns with the information management (IM) product and platform strategy, applies cybersecurity industry standards/frameworks, and incorporates the evolving cyber-threat landscapes. This role ensures a unified architecture design across cloud security, identity security, device security, application security, data security, IT/OT security, and managed SOC - leading to an integrated enterprise security (zero-trust) architecture blueprint.

Job responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Define, develop, and maintain enterprise-wide security architecture aligned with Zero Trust principles across identity, device, application, data, network (IT/OT), and hybrid multi-cloud environments.
• Develop and maintain high-level and low-level security architecture blueprints, reference models, and reusable design patterns.
• Ensure security architecture aligns with IM strategy, cybersecurity strategy, digital transformation initiatives, and complies to regulatory requirements.
• Conduct security architecture reviews of new and existing systems, identifying gaps and recommending improvements.
• Validate infrastructure, cloud, and application architectures against security best practices and organizational standards.
• Participate in architecture review boards and security/IT governance forums to ensure security is embedded in all technology decisions.
• Develop and maintain security architecture roadmaps to address identified risks and maturity gaps.
• Create and manage detailed architecture diagrams, technical documentation, and design artefacts in a centralized repository.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend cybersecurity technologies and solutions to address current and emerging threats.
• Lead or support the design and implementation of security controls, tools, and platforms across the enterprise.
• Monitor evolving threat landscapes and digital business changes to ensure proactive adaptation of security architecture.

Qualifications

• Grade 12
• An undergraduate qualification (Bachelor’s degree/Diploma or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Technology/Systems, Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing or related field.
• It would be advantageous to have a postgraduate qualification in the related IM discipline OR a proven track record of extensive practical experience in a role and context of similar complexity.
• Valid EB/Code 08 driver’s license
• Industry Certificates:
• Security Certification (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCZT) and/or
• Enterprise Security Architecture Certifications (e.g., TOGAF, SABSA, SCP, SCM, zero-trust); and/or
• Cloud security certifications (e.g. Microsoft Security, Azure Security, CCSK, CCZK); and/or
• Relevant vendor security certifications (e.g. Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert)

Experience

• 5 – 7 years working experience in a similar role

Technical knowledge (experience) required for role:

• Experience implementing Zero-Trust architecture principles.
• Experience in using architecture methodologies such as Zero-Trust, SABSA, Zachman and/or TOGAF.
• Experience or strong working knowledge of managing security infrastructures.
• Experience with cloud security, DevOps, and operational technology security.
• Experience with security frameworks and methodologies, such as NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) and ISO/IEC 27001, IEC 62443, MITRE ATT&CK, and MITRE D3FEND.
• Experience working with business leaders and enterprise projects
• Experience designing and drafting security architecture documentation.

You will also need to have:

• No criminal record
• Good command of English language both written and speaking

If successful, you will be required to undergo a Medical Fitness test.

What We Offer

At Valterra Platinum, you will join a team committed to excellence and impact.

We offer:

• Meaningful work in a high-performance, values-led environment.
• Market-aligned reward and recognition.
• Opportunities for learning, development and progression.
• A culture that respects diversity and encourages innovation.
• A clear commitment to safe Operations.

Inclusion and Diversity

Valterra Platinum is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive and diverse workplace where we value and respect every colleague for who they are and provide equality of opportunity so that everyone can fulfill their potential.
Valterra Platinum has a zero tolerance to dignity harms, these include all acts of gender based violence, bullying, harassment and victimisation. Ensuring the safety of our employees extends beyond physical safety and includes the eradication of harmful behaviours from our workplace. This responsibility extends to everyone at Valterra Platinum both during work hours and outside of work. We are unconditional in creating a respectful, inclusive, and safe working environment to ensure that no colleague will be violated or harassed under our watch.

How to Apply

• To apply for this role, please complete our online application form via this job advert.

Closing Date

• 26 January 2026