Enterprise Security Architect

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Job Description

We are partnering with a unique, mission-driven financial services organization that plays a critical role in providing stability and security to the national economy. As a key public sector entity, they offer specialized insurance against large-scale, complex risks, ensuring that businesses and communities can recover and thrive in the face of major disruptions.
This is a rare opportunity to apply your expertise in a context where your work directly contributes to national resilience. As they undergo a significant digital transformation, they are seeking a leader to build and mature their security architecture capability for the future.
Profile for Success:

  • Demonstrated track record of architecting and implementing robust security solutions for complex hybrid environments (cloud and on-premises).
  • Proven experience developing and embedding security reference architectures, patterns, and standards that are adopted by engineering and application teams.
  • Expertise in leading threat modeling exercises and acting as the final security authority within a formal change management and governance process.
  • Deep, practical knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and regulations, particularly ISO 27001, NIST, and POPIA.
  • Minimum of 8 years of dedicated experience in the cybersecurity field, with a significant focus on hands-on architecture and design.
  • Mandatory professional certification: ISO 27001, CRISC, CISSP, or CEH.
  • A Bachelor's Degree, National Diploma in IT, or equivalent relevant qualification.

Skills Required

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1567282
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Education
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