Solutions Architect (Security)

The Solutions Architect (Security) will be responsible for creating information security architectures and designs to secure enterprise information assets in line with architecture standards. The role will also involve leading the creation of Information Security architecture and design patterns and standards, and contributing to SDLC governance standards as required to secure the enterprises information assets.

Requirements

• Degree in Information Systems / B Sc. Comp. Science (or similar)
• Working experience within the IT industry - 10 yrs
• Leadership role in an IT Security environment - 5 yrs
• Experience with IT projects from a Security architecture and design perspective (SDLC) - 5+ yrs
• Hands-on experience with cloud applications, infrastructures and public cloud providers (AWS - required, Azure - required, GCP - desirable) - 2-3 yrs
• Knowledge of various architecture frameworks including TOGAF and Zachman frameworks (TOGAF certification would be a distinct advantage) - 2-3 yrs
• Demonstrable knowledge of Security Architectures and familiarity with various architecture viewpoints (business, applications, data, and technology architectures) is required - 2-3 yrs
• Extensive experience in Information Security and/or IT risk management with a focus on security, performance and reliability - 5+ yrs
• Solid understanding of common security services and implementations including security protocols, cryptography, authentication, authorisation, network security intrusion and exfiltration prevention tools - 5+ yrs
• Experience implementing multi-factor authentication, single sign-on, identity management or related technologies - 5+ yrs
• Experience in Information Security regulatory frameworks eg. PCI DSS, POPI, GDPR - 5 + yrs
• Experience in relevant National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) standards - 5 yrs
• Experience in ISO27001/2 Framework specifications for a framework of policies and procedures that include all physical and technical controls involved in an organizations risk management - 5 yrs
• Experience in implementing, using and administering EA tools and EA meta-model definition (ARIS Preferable/ or Sparx Enterprise Architect) - 3+ yrs
• Experience in developing and implementing IT architecture plans, Enterprise Information Architecture standard and guidelines, software development methodologies and strategic plans - 3+ yrs
• Mentoring others to improve skills - 3+ yrs
• Strong leadership skills to indirectly manage across functional teams toward common solutions - 3+ yrs
• Strong facilitation skills to engage subject matter experts to define data requirements and conduct data modelling design reviews with project teams - 3+ yrs
• Retail industry experience with an understanding of retail business processes and the information and data requirements of these processes - 5+ yrs

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and dynamic work environment