Job Requirements

Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, Telecommunications,

Engineering, or a related discipline (preferred).

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Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology,

Telecommunications, or a related discipline.

Qualified

Certifications

Preferred

Preferred Enterprise and security architecture certifications such as: TOGAF, SABSA, CISSP, CISM, CCSP,

GIAC (relevant domains), Cloud security certifications (AWS, Azure, GCP)

Years of

Experience A minimum of 12 years of relevant cybersecurity experience, including at least 5 years in a senior or principal cybersecurity architecture role.

Nature of

Experience

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Proven experience leading large-scale cybersecurity architecture transformation and implementation programs.

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Prior experience in leading or influencing large-scale technology or security organizations.

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Robust exposure to emerging cyber threats, security technologies, and regulatory requirements.

Job Specific

Knowledge and

Skills

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Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills,



with the ability to influence C-level executives and senior leadership.

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Strong knowledge of the telecommunications industry, large-scale enterprise environments, and global security regulatory landscapes.

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Deep Expertise In Enterprise Cybersecurity Architecture, Including:
Zero Trust Architecture
Identity &
Access Management (IAM)
Network &
Cloud Security
Application &
API Security
Data Protection &
Encryption
SOC, SIEM, SOAR, and threat detection architectures

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Strong change management, decision-making, and problem-solving capabilities.

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Strong understanding of enterprise technology stacks, integration patterns, and hybrid/multi-cloud environments.

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Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and standards (NIST, ISO 27001, CSA, MITRE

ATT&CK;).

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Experience with cloud-native security platforms and modern security architectures.

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Robust understanding of AI/ML and GenAI security risks, controls, and governance requirements.

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Ability to balance risk management, compliance, and business enablement.

Work Experience

10-15Years

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