Principal Cyber Security Automation Architect

You will lead the design and implementation of in-house developed Cyber Security solutions and drive efficiency across security domains by optimizing tools like IPS, WAF, and EDR. You will also shape automation strategies and integrate security into business processes to enable proactive defense against evolving threats.

• At least 5 years of progressive experience leading security automation, detection engineering, cloud security, and Zero Trust implementations in large scale, digital or fintech/telco environments.

• Bachelor’s degree in a core technical field (Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering or related discipline) from a recognized institution of higher learning.

• Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Java, or similar).

• Preferred: Relevant postgraduate qualification.

• Preferred: Professional credentials such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, GIAC (GCIA, GCTI, GRID), OSCP/OSWE, or cloud security certifications (Azure/AWS/GCP Security).

• Proven ability to design and operationalize policy as code, secure CI/CD pipelines, IaC security, container/Kubernetes protection, and multi cloud guardrails.

• Experience operating within squads/tribes, driving security automation adoption across engineering, operations, cloud, and digital product teams.

• Knowledge of global frameworks such as NIST CSF 2.0, MITRE ATT&CK, ISO 27001, and Zero Trust Architecture (NIST 800 207).

• Demonstrated commitment to secure engineering standards, data protection, compliance frameworks, and responsible automation governance.