Security Architect

2 days ago

Stellenbosch, South Africa Job Crystal Full time

**MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB**

Based in Stellenbosch
- Design and govern secure cloud architecture (Azure, M365, hybrid)
- Define and enforce cloud and enterprise security standards and frameworks following Zero Trust Principles
- Lead technical risk assessments and threat modelling for cloud deployments and new solution selections
- Lead the IADM implementation in collaboration with the architect group and divisions
- Evaluate, select, and optimize security tools (EDR, SIEM, CASB, etc.)

**ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE**
- Minimum 10 years of information security experience, with at least 5 years in a security architecture role
- Hands-on experience in designing and implementing Microsoft 365 and Azure security
- Strong understanding of secure design principles including Zero Trust Architecture
- Strong understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls
- Good understating of working with AI and large language models in context to security
- Experience with regulatory compliance in healthcare (e.g. GDPR, ADHICS, POPIA) is a plus

**DESIRED EXPERIENCE**
- Working knowledge of cloud security posture management (CSPM), SASE
- Knowledge of third-party risk, DevSecOps, and identity governance

**ESSENTIAL EDUCATION**
- Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or Engineering

**DESIRED CERTIFICATION**
- Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
- CISSP / CCSP / Azure Security Engineer Associate

**Knowledge Area**
- Cloud Security Architecture
- Importance (E/D)
- (Azure, M365) Identity & Access Management (Entra ID, RBAC)
- Security frameworks (NIST, ISO, CIS)
- Network segmentation, Zero Trust
- Information protection (DLP, MIP, MCAS)
- SIEM/SOAR platforms (e.g., Sentinel)

**REQUIRED COMPETENCIES**
- Analytical Thinking: Ability to assess complex cloud environments and recommend secure configurations
- Judgment & Decision Making: Evaluates new risks and technologies and makes sound architectural decisions
- Persuading & Influencing: Effectively communicates security requirements to non technical stakeholders
- Collaboration: Works cross-functionally with IT, Risk, Legal, and Compliance
- Client Service Orientation: Designs secure environments that enable business growth without friction

Pay: From R80 000,00 per month

Application Question(s):

- 8. This role requires working cross-functionally with IT, Risk, Legal, and Compliance teams. Can you provide an example of how you have successfully collaborated with different departments to achieve a common security goal?

9. Describe a time when you had to make a critical architectural decision with limited information. How did you ensure the decision was sound and aligned with the organization's risk appetite?
10. Given the need for client service orientation, how do you balance designing secure environments with enabling business growth without causing friction?

**Education**:

- Bachelors (preferred)

**Location**:

- Stellenbosch, Western Cape (Stellenbosch, Cape Winelands) (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 2025/08/23

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