Capitec Bank Jobs: Security Architect (Stellenbosch, Western Cape, ZA)

Capitec Bank invites suitably qualified applicants to apply for their Stellenbosch Security Architect West Vacancies (X1 Posts). The closing date for applications is 13 September 2024.

Are you a tech-savvy individual with a passion for keeping people’s information safe? Do you enjoy working with cutting-edge technology to design and implement secure systems? If so, Capitec Bank is looking for you!

We’re on the lookout for energetic, self-motivated individuals who share our passion for service in the banking industry. To be part of the journey, follow the steps below:

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Job Summary

We’re looking for a highly skilled Security Architect to join our team in Stellenbosch. As a Security Architect, you will be responsible for analyzing, architecting, and designing IT infrastructure and integration in regard to IT security aspects in support of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and design IT infrastructure and integration in regard to IT security aspects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security best practices are implemented
• Develop and implement security policies and procedures
• Conduct risk assessments and provide recommendations for mitigation
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and emerging threats

Requirements

Minimum Requirements

• 4+ years’ experience in IT Security related Architecture or Design
• 4+ years’ experience designing, deploying, and supporting Active Directory deployments and its supporting technologies in a medium to large-sized organization
• 4+ years’ experience in Infrastructure Architecture or Design
• Proven experience integrating security solutions and practices in a Windows environment

Ideal Requirements

• 7+ years’ experience in Microsoft Server Operating Systems
• Proven experience in designing and deploying Windows Server security and configuration using Group Policy
• 7+ years’ experience in ITIL concepts and policies
• 5+ years’ experience in Microsoft Security technologies
• 4+ years’ experience in expert performance monitoring/analysis and capacity planning

Education

• Grade 12 National Certificate / Vocational (minimum)
• A relevant qualification in Information Technology (ideal)
• Certification in ITIL Foundation (ideal)

Knowledge

• Expert knowledge of:
  • Windows Server architecture
  • Architecting and designing Active Directory and Related technologies
  • Secure network architecture, identity and access management principles, and application security principles
  • Security Principles, IT Security procedures, and Best Practices
• A sound understanding of:
  • Industry technologies (e.g. PKI, LDAP, Radius)
  • Data Centre infrastructure architecture
  • Data Centre infrastructure performance and capacity analysis
  • IT systems development processes (SDLC lifecycle)
  • Business compliance requirements
  • Business continuity planning
  • IT Operations
  • Virtualization Architecture
  • X86 Hardware architecture
• Ideal knowledge of:
  • SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) and/or ECA (Event Correlation and Analysis) Systems
  • Advanced Networking
  • Cloud suites (e.g. Azure & AWS)
  • Project Management principles and processes
  • Application design principles
  • Ethical hacking and penetration testing
  • Anti-Virus technologies, Linux, IPS
  • Windows Internals
  • Messaging and Collaboration technologies and architecture
  • Database Firewalls, Web Application Firewall
  • Identity Management Solutions

Skills

• Communications Skills
• Computer Literacy (MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook)
• Consultation skills
• Facilitation Skills
• Presentation Skills
• Negotiation skills
• Influencing Skills
• Analytical Skills
• Attention to Detail
• Planning, organizing, and coordination skills
• Leadership Skills

Conditions of Employment

• Clear criminal and credit record
• A valid driver’s license and own vehicle is required
• Contactable via own mobile phone

Capitec is committed to diversity, applications to this position will strictly be considered in support of our employment equity goals.