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Senior Security Technical Architect

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  • R Undisclosed
  • Permanent Senior position
  • South Africa
  • Posted 14 Jul 2026 by Recru-it
  • Expires in 16 days
  • Job 2642330 - Ref PE011660

About the position

We are seeking a highly accomplished Senior Security Technical Architect to join our team as a trusted technical advisor, security strategist, and pre-sales leader. This is an exceptional opportunity for a seasoned security professional with strong global exposure, deep expertise across enterprise security technologies, and a proven track record of designing and presenting complex security solutions within multinational environments.
As a subject matter expert, you will be responsible for designing robust and scalable security architectures across infrastructure, networks, cloud platforms, applications, and identity environments. You will work closely with clients, sales teams, solution architects, and delivery teams to develop secure technology solutions that protect critical business assets while aligning with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.
The successful candidate will possess strong pre-sales consulting experience, the ability to engage with C-level stakeholders, and experience developing and presenting innovative security solutions that address complex business challenges.
Key responsibilities
The successful candidate must demonstrate:

  • Experience working within multinational or global technology environments.
  • Proven experience designing and implementing enterprise security solutions across multiple countries and regions.
  • Experience engaging with executive stakeholders, global technology teams, and international clients.
  • Experience leading global security transformation and infrastructure modernization initiatives.
  • Ability to operate effectively within complex matrixed organizations.

Vendor security expertise:
Candidates must possess strong architecture, design, implementation, and pre-sales experience across the following security technologies:

Required security platforms:

  • Cisco Firewall Technologies
  • Check Point Security Solutions
  • Palo Alto Networks Firewalls
  • Fortinet Security Solutions
  • Zscaler Secure Access Solutions
  • F5 Application Delivery and Security Solutions
  • CyberArk Privileged Access Management (PAM)
  • Splunk SIEM and Security Operations Solutions

Exposure to all the above technologies is considered a mandatory requirement.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate solution architecture, design, customer engagement, and implementation experience across these technologies.

Certifications:
The successful candidate must hold current and relevant certifications from the major security vendors listed below.

Cisco

  • Cisco Security Certification (CCNP Security, CCIE Security, or equivalent)

Check Point

  • CCSA and/or CCSE

Palo Alto Networks

  • PCNSA and/or PCNSE

Fortinet

  • Fortinet Network Security Expert Certification (NSE/Fortinet Certified Professional or higher)

Zscaler

  • Zscaler Certified Specialist or equivalent

F5

  • F5 Certified Technology Specialist (CTS) or equivalent

CyberArk

  • CyberArk Defender, Sentry, or equivalent CyberArk certification

Splunk

  • Splunk Enterprise Security Certification or Splunk Architect Certification


Additional preferred certifications:

  • CISSP
  • CCSP
  • CISM
  • TOGAF
  • SABSA
  • ITIL
  • COBIT
  • SAFe

Technical knowledge:
The successful candidate will possess advanced expertise across:

  • Enterprise Security Architecture
  • Network Security Architecture
  • Cloud Security
  • Zero Trust Security
  • Security Operations
  • SIEM Platforms
  • Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • Privileged Access Management (PAM)
  • Data Protection and Encryption
  • Secure Infrastructure Design
  • Security Governance
  • Risk Management
  • Regulatory Compliance

Strong knowledge of security frameworks including:

  • TOGAF
  • NIST
  • ISO 27001
  • PCI-DSS
  • COBIT
  • ITIL

 

Desired Skills:

  • Senior Security Technical Architect
  • Cisco Firewall Technologies
  • Check Point Security Solutions
  • F5
  • Fortinet Security Solutions
  • PAM
  • designing security solutions

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About the agency

Recruit IT Recruitment IT Recruitment and Talent Sourcing Specialists Offices in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth as well as Consultants working remotely across the country Telephone number 087 805 8536 www.recru-it.co.za >recru-it* COMPANY PROFILE Certified at a BEE Procurement Recognition Level of 110% >Introduction* >recru-it*was established in August 2005 & specializes in and focuses on the full spectrum of positions within the IT and other sectors. We focus our approach on delivering a superior service to both our client and candidate, in all portfolios and phases throughout the Recruitment process, supporting real transformation within the IT Industry and other sectors through ethical and transparent business practices >Value added services* • Advertising Client Roles • Screening Applications • CV searches • Head Hunting Candidates • CV Selection • Labour Broking • Pay structure advice for client & candidate >Additional services on request* • Personal Reference checks • Credit checks • Criminal checks • ID checks • Academic checks • Qualification checks >Placements portfolio* • Software Engineering & Development • I.T. Solution Sales and Strategic Sales • Sales & marketing • Finance and Insurance • HR • Engineering • Administration / Office Management • Healthcare • FMCG • Warehousing / Logistics • Telecommunications • Training and Development • Executive and senior level placements • ERP & CRM Consultants • Project Management & Administration • I.T Executive Management • Business Analysis • Business Intelligence • Consulting • Network Engineering • Support • Testing • Product Support Specialists   >Operational structure * >recru-it*uses a flat open structure in our approach  Each consultant takes personal ownership for each client request. The consultants are account managers with their respective clients ensuring professional and personal interaction at all times.  Our team supports each other in an interactive, transparent manner to deliver highest quality candidates on each specification, thus ensuring a fast and effective turnaround time to fulfill your every labour requirement. >recru-it*was established in August 2005. Carbon foot print  We practice a 90% paperless environment as most of our duties are internet and electronic. >BEE Profile*  >recru-it*is owned by 2 individuals with 8 additional staff members • 50 % of the business is owned by a black person. • 50% of the business is women owned.  >recru-it*has been officially & precisely rated according to our company structure. • We have been certified at a BEE Procurement Recognition Level of 110%. • Enterprise development – on site as well as external training courses for staff ensuring continuous skill improvement. • Corporate Social Investment – we do not have a formal CSI policy, but we do annual donations.

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