40 Security Architect jobs in South Africa
Security Architect
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The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.
Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.
That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.
Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.
For our business, for clients, and for you
The Role
Apex is looking for an experienced Security Architect to join our growing Enterprise Security Architecture team. You’ll play a key role in designing and guiding the implementation of secure technology solutions across the organization. This role contributes directly to building scalable, resilient, and secure systems that support Apex’s business and regulatory commitments.
Key Responsibilities
- Design secure architecture patterns aligned to Apex’s technology roadmap and business goals.
- Act as the security design authority for assigned projects, initiatives, or architectural domains.
- Translate security policies and standards into practical design controls and implementation guidance.
- Evaluate new technologies, products, and platforms for alignment with enterprise security strategy.
- Conduct architecture risk assessments and threat modelling to identify potential exposures.
- Engage with infrastructure, application, and data teams to support secure solution design and integration.
- Document and maintain security architecture artefacts including diagrams, control mappings, and design decisions.
- Contribute to the development of security reference architectures and reusable design templates.
- Stay current on emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technology trends.
Areas of Specialization
You will focus on one or more of the following domains, depending on your expertise and business needs:
- Cloud & Infrastructure
- Secure design and integration across hybrid/multi-cloud environments.
- Network security, IaaS/PaaS/SaaS controls, and cloud governance.
- Application Security
- Secure software architecture, DevSecOps, API and identity design.
- Integration with CI/CD pipelines and secure development practices.
- Data, AI & Digital Assets
- Data classification, encryption, tokenization, and privacy-enhancing technologies.
- Secure design of digital asset platforms, including smart contracts, blockchain integration, and secure key management.
- AI governance and secure data pipeline architecture.
- Advisory Services
- Provides strategic and technical guidance across domains to align security architecture with business objectives.
- Focus areas include enterprise security design, zero trust principles, risk-based decision-making, and integration of security into digital transformation initiatives.
Required Experience & Skills
- 10+ years of experience in cybersecurity, infrastructure, or application roles, with 5–7 years in architecture or security design.
- Proven experience architecting secure systems in large or complex enterprise environments.
- Hands-on exposure to technologies such as AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, IAM, CI/CD, API gateways, SIEM/SOAR, and data security platforms.
- Strong understanding of security principles, architecture patterns, and defense-in-depth strategies.
- Familiarity with security standards and frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CSA CCM, MITRE ATT&CK).
- Ability to communicate complex technical risks and architectural decisions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience with blockchain platforms (e.g., Ethereum, Hyperledger), smart contract security, and token standards (e.g., ERC-20, ERC-721).
- Understanding of digital identity, secure wallet design, and regulatory frameworks for digital assets (e.g., MiCA, FATF, SEC).
- Architectural qualifications (e.g., SABSA, TOGAF) are highly desirable.
- Professional certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, AWS/Azure/GCP Architect, or blockchain security credentials are a plus.
What will you get in return:
- Opportunity to work with senior security professionals across multiple global teams.
- Exposure to modern technologies and enterprise-scale transformation projects.
- Flexible work options and a strong focus on team collaboration and growth.
- A chance to help shape the security architecture function within a growing organisation.
Disclaimer : Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.
#J-18808-LjbffrGroup Security Architect
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Mediclinic Group Services| Stellenbosch | South Africa
Closing date: 29/08/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Gaylin Daniels
Reference number: 6222
Workplace Type:Hybrid
Permanent
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBDesign, implement, and maintain secure architecture for cloud and hybrid IT systems across the Mediclinic Group, with a strong focus on Microsoft 365 and Azure platforms. Support strategic security initiatives on the Group and cross divisions by ensuring that all infrastructure, network, data, and application layers are protected in line with the organisation’s security policies, regulatory obligations, and enterprise risk appetite. Stay updated on emerging security trends, especially in healthcare.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASDesign and govern secure cloud architecture (Azure, M365, hybrid)
Define and enforce cloud and enterprise security standards, frameworks, following Zero Trust Principles
Lead technical risk assessments and threat modelling for cloud and on-prem deployments and new solution selections
Lead the IADM implementation in collaboration with the group architects and divisions
Evaluate, select, and optimise security tools (EDR, SIEM, CASB, etc.)
Implementation and guidelines on network security
REQUIRED EDUCATIONESSENTIAL EDUCATION
Relevant Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity or Engineering
DESIRED EDUCATION
Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
CISSP / CCSP / Azure Security Engineer Associate, Microsoft Cyber Security Architect Expert Certification
REQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
Minimum 10 years relevant experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a security architecture role.
Hands-on experience in designing and implementing Microsoft 365 and Azure security.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE
Relevant experience with regulatory compliance in healthcare (e.g. GDPR, ADHICS, POPIA)
A working knowledge of cloud security posture management (CSPM), SASE.
Knowledge of third-party risk, DevSecOps, and identity governance.
Container Security Experience with Kubernetes, Docker
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE- Cloud Security Architecture (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)
- Strong understanding of N/W security, including SASE, Cloud, On-premises, and SD-WAN environments
- Solid understanding of secure design principles, including Zero Trust Architecture and a solid understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls
- An understanding of working with AI and large language models in the context of security
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Group Services, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
#J-18808-LjbffrGroup Security Architect
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Closing date: 29/08/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Gaylin Daniels
Reference number: 6222
Workplace Type:Hybrid
Permanent
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBDesign, implement, and maintain secure architecture for cloud and hybrid IT systems across the Mediclinic Group, with a strong focus on Microsoft 365 and Azure platforms. Support strategic security initiatives on the Group and cross divisions by ensuring that all infrastructure, network, data, and application layers are protected in line with the organisation’s security policies, regulatory obligations, and enterprise risk appetite. Stay updated on emerging security trends, especially in healthcare.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASDesign and govern secure cloud architecture (Azure, M365, hybrid)
Define and enforce cloud and enterprise security standards, frameworks, following Zero Trust Principles
Lead technical risk assessments and threat modelling for cloud and on-prem deployments and new solution selections
Lead the IADM implementation in collaboration with the group architects and divisions
Evaluate, select, and optimise security tools (EDR, SIEM, CASB, etc.)
Implementation and guidelines on network security
REQUIRED EDUCATIONESSENTIAL EDUCATION
Relevant Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity or Engineering
DESIRED EDUCATION
Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
CISSP / CCSP / Azure Security Engineer Associate, Microsoft Cyber Security Architect Expert Certification
REQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
Minimum 10 years relevant experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a security architecture role.
Hands-on experience in designing and implementing Microsoft 365 and Azure security.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE
Relevant experience with regulatory compliance in healthcare (e.g. GDPR, ADHICS, POPIA)
A working knowledge of cloud security posture management (CSPM), SASE.
Knowledge of third-party risk, DevSecOps, and identity governance.
Container Security Experience with Kubernetes, Docker
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE- Cloud Security Architecture (Azure, M365)
- Identity & Access Management (Entra ID, RBAC)
- Security frameworks (NIST, ISO, CIS)
- Information protection (DLP, MIP, MCAS)
- SIEM/SOAR platforms (e.g., Sentinel)
- Strong understanding of N/W security, including SASE, Cloud, On-premises, and SD-WAN environments
- Solid understanding of secure design principles, including Zero Trust Architecture and a solid understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls
- An understanding of working with AI and large language models in the context of security
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Group Services, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
Become a part of our Talent Community and we will get in touch with you as soon as there is a relevant opening that fits your skills, interests and experience.
#J-18808-LjbffrInformation Security Architect
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Job title: Information Security Architect
Contract duration: Start with 6 months
First preference: EEE candidates
Location: JHB
The Head of Security Architecture for the organization is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust security architectures that protect sensitive data in compliance with regulations such as POPIA, GDPR. This role is critical in safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of electronic health records (EHR), patient and employee information, medical devices, and cloud-based healthcare services. The role will focus on designing and developing security architecture that aligns business and corporate security strategy. The role will collaboratively direct Security Architects, IT, and Engineers to design and build security controls and solutions compliant with approved enterprise architecture frameworks and standards across business and digital.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop complex and comprehensive security architectures for our systems, applications, and infrastructure, considering both current and future needs.
- Collaborates with stakeholders, including developers, engineers, and project managers, to integrate security requirements into the system design and development lifecycle.
- Provides guidance and expertise in secure coding practices, network security, identity and access management, data protection, and other security domains.
- Model threats and risks, designing the controls necessary to mitigate them, on both an organizational and technical level – thinking like an attacker, understanding and anticipating the moves and tactics that a hacker might use to attack systems.
- Follow the architecture analysis process, which consists of research, validation, and evaluation of all new initiatives, with phase gate reviews presented to all stakeholders during key forums, including current trends such as AI and LLMS.
- Evaluates and selects security technologies, tools, and frameworks to support the organization’s security.
- Define portfolio vision and reusable security patterns aligned with the EA strategy.
- Lead architecture reviews for high-risk projects, driving recommendations to resolution.
- Advise on security controls for hybrid and cloud platforms, balancing usability, cost, and compliance.
- Defines and applies security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Leads incident response activities, including identification, containment, eradication, and recovery, in coordination with the incident response team.
- Experience with Cloud Security platform vendors and technologies such as Azure and AWS.
- Manage security architects and mentor engineers, developers, and vendors.
What will you bring?
- Risk-based decision-making - expert in ISO 27001 / NIST / CIS controls, able to quantify and articulate risk, then select proportionate, cost-effective controls.
- Pen-testing & threat-modelling - scoping, overseeing, and translating results into enforceable patterns and backlog items.
- Influential communication - proven ability to engage C-suite and delivery stakeholders alike, adapting style to gain agreement and drive secure-by-design culture.
- Teamwork and Energy – work across different functional and business teams with effective collaboration.
- Technical depth - hands-on knowledge of cloud security, IAM, container & API security, network segmentation, encryption, and DevSecOps toolchains; capable of explaining the exploitability of complex vulnerabilities. Zero trust design thinking.
- Mentoring & governance - experience in line-managing or coaching security architects/engineers and running architecture assurance or design-review boards.
- Secure-system design leadership - demonstrable track record creating or validating architectures for large-scale, high-risk services using recognised frameworks (SABSA, TOGAF).
Requirements / Skills and Competence
- Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (preferred)
- Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in Security Architecture.
- CISSP, CISA, CISM, or other relevant security-related designation(s) preferred.
- Certifications in CISSP-ISSAP, TOGAF, or SABSA, cloud architecture (Microsoft, AWS, GCP)
- Experience in identifying gaps in existing architectures.
- Understanding of security infrastructure in Public and Private Cloud, e.g., virtual network infrastructure, hybrid IaaS/PaaS/SaaS solutions.
- Experience in designing security architectures to mitigate threats and sound knowledge of security strategies and technologies.
- Direct the Project and Security teams with the guidance to build policies, standards, risks, and controls frameworks supporting operational requirements for the business.
- Good experience in security architecture design in Cloud and on-prem.
- Design and implementation of IOT, endpoint protection, and secure IAM.
- Understanding of authentication and authorisation technologies (SAML, LDAP, PKI, etc.) and other IAM technologies
- Understanding of the implementation, operation, and maintenance of SIEM, boundary protection technologies (firewalls, mail gateways), Antivirus, and AD security products
- Knowledge of web application architectures and threat modelling.
Group Security Architect
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Closing date: 29/08/2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Gaylin Daniels
Reference number: 6222
Workplace Type:Hybrid
Permanent
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
MAIN PURPOSE OF JOBDesign, implement, and maintain secure architecture for cloud and hybrid IT systems across the Mediclinic Group, with a strong focus on Microsoft 365 and Azure platforms. Support strategic security initiatives on the Group and cross divisions by ensuring that all infrastructure, network, data, and application layers are protected in line with the organisation’s security policies, regulatory obligations, and enterprise risk appetite. Stay updated on emerging security trends, especially in healthcare.
KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREASDesign and govern secure cloud architecture (Azure, M365, hybrid)
Define and enforce cloud and enterprise security standards, frameworks, following Zero Trust Principles
Lead technical risk assessments and threat modelling for cloud and on-prem deployments and new solution selections
Lead the IADM implementation in collaboration with the group architects and divisions
Evaluate, select, and optimise security tools (EDR, SIEM, CASB, etc.)
Implementation and guidelines on network security
REQUIRED EDUCATIONESSENTIAL EDUCATION
Relevant Bachelor's degree in Information Systems, Cybersecurity or Engineering
DESIRED EDUCATION
Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
CISSP / CCSP / Azure Security Engineer Associate, Microsoft Cyber Security Architect Expert Certification
REQUIRED EXPERIENCEESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
Minimum 10 years relevant experience in information security, with at least 5 years in a security architecture role.
Hands-on experience in designing and implementing Microsoft 365 and Azure security.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE
Relevant experience with regulatory compliance in healthcare (e.g. GDPR, ADHICS, POPIA)
A working knowledge of cloud security posture management (CSPM), SASE.
Knowledge of third-party risk, DevSecOps, and identity governance.
Container Security Experience with Kubernetes, Docker
REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE- Cloud Security Architecture (Azure, M365)
- Identity & Access Management (Entra ID, RBAC)
- Security frameworks (NIST, ISO, CIS)
- Information protection (DLP, MIP, MCAS)
- SIEM/SOAR platforms (e.g., Sentinel)
- Strong understanding of N/W security, including SASE, Cloud, On-premises, and SD-WAN environments
- Solid understanding of secure design principles, including Zero Trust Architecture and a solid understanding of security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls
- An understanding of working with AI and large language models in the context of security
All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Group Services, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.
Please note if you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract please apply using an external candidate profile and not your employee profile
Become a part of our Talent Community and we will get in touch with you as soon as there is a relevant opening that fits your skills, interests and experience.
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Security Technical Architect
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Make an impact with NTT DATA
Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.
Your day at NTT DATA
As a Security Technical Architect at NTT DATA, you'll design robust security architectures that safeguard our systems, applications, and infrastructure. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll integrate security requirements throughout the system design and development lifecycle, ensuring our technology solutions are secure, compliant, and industry-leading.
On a day-to-day basis, you'll be viewed as a trusted technical advisor, collaborating with developers, engineers, and project managers to embed security into every project. Your expertise in secure coding practices, network security, identity and access management, DATA protection, and other security domains will be instrumental.
You'll play a pivotal role in evaluating and selecting security technologies, creating and enforcing security policies, and leading incident response activities. By setting technical standards and providing pre-sales technical support, you'll help define how our solutions meet client objectives and regulatory requirements.
Your role extends to managing client proof-of-concept initiatives and ensuring a smooth transition from proposed solutions to delivery. You'll document executive summaries, statements of work, and network diagrams, oversee pricing formats, and validate proposals, making you a key player in bringing security-focused projects to life.
To thrive in this role, you need to have :
- Deep knowledge of security domains : network security, application security, cloud security, DATA protection, identity and access management, cryptography, and secure coding.
- Proficiency in enterprise architecture principles and frameworks (e.g., TOGAF).
- Understanding of security regulations, standards, and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, PCI dSS).
- Hands-on experience with security technologies and tools (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection / prevention systems, SIEM, vulnerability scanners, secure coding analysis tools).
- Experience in a large-scale, multinational technology services environment.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities for assessing risks and analysing security issues.
- Strong client engagement skills and technical consulting aptitude.
- Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with team members.
- Bachelor's degree in IT, computer science, or a related field.
Workplace type : Hybrid Working
About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo.
Equal Opportunity Employer
NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.
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