- Location
- Johannesburg, South Africa
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Engineering
- Seniority
- Senior
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- Workday
Description
Make an impact with NTT DATA
Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion – it’s a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.
Your day at NTT DATA
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
Workplace type:
Hybrid WorkingAbout NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune
Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through
responsible innovation. We are one of the world’s leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with
unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and
application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move
confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more
than 70 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as
established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each
year in R&D.
Equal Opportunity Employer
NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfair discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on age, race, colour, gender, sexual orientation, religion, nationality, disability, pregnancy, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected category. Join our growing global team and accelerate your career with us. Apply today.
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