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Banking & Financial Services

Information Systems Security Architect

E-Merge IT Recruitment

South Africa · Johannesburg Full-time Hybrid
Posted: 2 days ago
Expires: Sep 25, 2026
Salary: Not listed

Job description

Join a forward-thinking organization committed to driving digital innovation through secure and resilient technology solutions. We are seeking an experienced Information Systems Security Architect to lead the development and implementation of enterprise security architecture, ensuring robust cybersecurity, effective risk management, and alignment with business strategy. Experience: 8 to 12+ years total IT security experience; 5 to 7+ years in security architecture within large, complex enterprisesExperience securing large enterprise systems, ERP/ CRM/ OSS/ BSSDemonstrable delivery across cloud, API, data/AI, mobile/web apps, Security for AI and AI for security and telco/network environmentsExperience operating in multi-market/Group-OpCo models and regulated domains (POPIA/GDPR; PCI/FS for fintech)Technical competencies : Enterprise architecture frameworksData protection technologies (both on premise and in cloud)IAM/PAM and identity governanceMicro-segmentationIntegration security (APIs, middleware)Hybrid IT and Cloud security governanceSecurity for AISecurity incident managementProject management Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Information Systems/Engineering (or equivalent)Post-grad preferred (e.g., MSc, MBA) or equivalent experienceCertifications (Preferred) Architecture: SABSA, TOGAF.Security: CISSP, CCSP, CISM (or equivalent).Cloud: Azure/AWS/GCP security certifications.AI: security for AI certificationsReference number for this position is GZ61491 which is a permanent position based in Johannesburg offering a salary of R1.6m per annum, negotiable based on experience and ability. Contact Garth on [[garthz@e-merge.co.za]] or call 011 463 3633 to discuss this and other opportunities. Are you ready for a change of scenery? We are a specialist niche recruitment agency. We offer our candidates a wide range of opportunities, ensuring we successfully match the right technology professionals with the right roles. Do you know a developer or technology specialist looking for a new opportunity? We pay cash for successful referrals!

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Apply by email: garthz@e-merge.co.za

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