Senior Security Architect

Job Summary:

We are looking for an individual who is responsible for responsible for developing database solutions, installing and configuring information systems, analyzing structural requirements for new software, migrating data from legacy systems, and designing conceptual and logical data models.

Requirements:

● A copy of National Diploma Information Technology or Information Systems or Computer Engineering
● A copy of a valid TOGAF or SABSA
● A copy of a valid Security Professional (CISSP) or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
● CV demonstrating 5 years’ experience in Security Architecture

Key Responsibilities:

● Anticipating potential security threats, and acting upon them in time
● Drawing up plans for future company safety, and communicating progress to senior management
● Implementing new software to protect against intrusion, and monitoring relevant progress
● Making important risk-based decisions regarding security, in line with company policies and national and international legislation
● Understanding the methods and tactics adopted by hackers and reacting accordingly to their actions
● Identifying weak points within the company’s systems and passing such information on to senior management
● Setting user protocols for relevant individuals and monitoring their subsequent usage

Skills:

● A thorough understanding of cybersecurity and how it affects the modern business world will be necessary.
● Knowledge of the main operating systems; Windows, UNIX, and Linux along with networking; LANs, WANs, VPNs, routers, and firewalls.
● Experience in the likes of business planning, application development IT risk management or systems analysis.

Performance Expectations:

● Ability to understand the organisation’s computer systems
● Awareness of the need to be sensitive when handling valuable information.
● Possesses excellent communications skills.