We’re looking for an experienced Security Architect to lead the design and implementation of secure data architecture across a modern cloud data environment. 

This role will focus on securing data platforms, pipelines, and analytics workflows — with a strong emphasis on Snowflake and dbt. You’ll work closely with data engineering, analytics, and platform teams to embed security-by-design across the entire data lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement secure data architecture within Snowflake environments
• Establish best practices for access control, encryption, data governance, and monitoring
• Secure dbt transformation workflows and CI/CD processes
• Lead threat modelling and risk assessments across data platforms
• Partner with engineering and leadership to align security with business objectives

What we’re looking for:

• Proven experience as a Security Architect in cloud data environments
• Strong hands-on experience with Snowflake 
• Experience securing dbt workflows and modern ELT pipelines
• Deep understanding of data security principles, IAM, and compliance frameworks
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills

This is an opportunity to shape the security posture of a modern, data-driven organisation. If you are interested to have a discussion, please email Marian at marian@rwa.co.nz. Only people with the right to live and work in New Zealand may apply for this role.
  
Note: this role is open to both permanent and contract, so if you're interested in either, please reach out.