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.