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Senior Cyber Security Technical Architect

Sabenza IT & Recruitment

Job Location:

Johannesburg - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Experience Required: 10years

Posted: 13 August 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 10 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

As a Senior Cyber Security Technical Architect your expertise will lead the creation of secure compliant and innovative solutions that safeguard our systems applications and infrastructure. daily tasks include designing complex security architectures tailored to meet both current and future needs while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams such as developers engineers and project managers to embed security considerations throughout the system design and development lifecycle.

To thrive in this role you need to have:

Proficiency in security domains including network security application security cloud security DATA protection identity and access management cryptography and secure coding practices.
Thorough knowledge of enterprise architecture principles and frameworks (e.g. TOGAF) for designing secure scalable systems.
Understanding of security standards and regulations (e.g. ISO 27001 NIST PCI dSS).
Experience with security technologies and tools such as firewalls intrusion detection/prevention systems SIEM vulnerability scanners and secure coding analysis tools.
Exceptional understanding of the vendors products business and technology positioning.
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills for assessing risks and proposing effective security solutions.
Advanced client engagement and technical consulting skills with the ability to deliver on business targets.
Extensive project management experience and familiarity with methodologies.
Bachelors degree in information technology Computer Science or related fields; certifications in Enterprise Architecture methodologies (e.g. TOGAF Zachman) are essential.