End User Computing (EUC) Architect

Who are we? Sanlam Group Technology is responsible for the provision of a digitally enabled technology service as a group COE, drive business and transformation and provide group-wide digital and data architecture. We operate the various technology platforms and shared services, ensure Cyber and Information Security resilience, and act as technology governance and risk orchestrator for technology across Sanlam.

What will you do? Responsible for the planning, designing and building of an IT infrastructure architecture, usually at an enterprise level, to meet business requirements. IT infrastructure includes computer hardware, operating systems, utilities software, server hardware, storage and backup. The specification, product selection and design of infrastructure components to implement a systems architecture. The identification of new and emerging software technologies, methodologies and products, and ICT methods and techniques and the ongoing assessment of their relevance and potential value to the organisation. Applying mainly Development Management Technologies and methodologies, such as Application Life Cycle Management (ALM) e.g. Agile, Waterfall or other pattern, practices, and development frameworks. Utilising mainly a combination of relevant Architecture Models such as Technology, Data, Access, Identity, Security Management Models and Change Management Models.

What will make you successful in this role?

• Define EUC architecture roadmap aligned to enterprise strategy
• Design modern workplace platforms including endpoint, virtual devices, and collaboration tools
• Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and governance requirements
• Lead evaluation and implementation of EUC technologies
• Providing technical oversight and guidance across projects and BAU
• Reducing technical debt and architectural risk
• Enabling informed decision-making through clear architectural artefacts and recommendations
• Ensuring operational readiness, including support models, monitoring, and resilience

Key Outputs / KPA’s

• EUC architecture standards and roadmap
• Support cloud-first and Zero Trust principles
• Secure and compliant user environments
• Improved employee digital experience
• Optimised EUC platform performance and cost efficiency

Qualification

• Matric
• Degree in Information Technology or related field

Experience

• 8–10+ years IT experience with EUC or infrastructure architecture focus
• Experience with cloud, endpoint management, and virtual desktops

Technical Competencies

• Endpoint management (Microsoft Endpoint Manager (MEM),Intune, SCCM, etc)
• VDI/DaaS (W365/Azure Virtual Desktop/AWS Workspaces)
• Identity & Access Management (Entra ID, MFA)
• Collaboration platforms (Microsoft 365)
• Cloud architecture principles
• Zero Trust principles

Knowledge And Skills Development methodologies

Architecture models

IT infrastructure architecture

New technologies based on business requirements

Personal Attributes Organisational savvy - Contributing through others

Manages complexity - Contributing through others

Plans and aligns - Contributing through others

Tech savvy - Contributing through others

Build a successful career with us We’re all about building strong, lasting relationships with our employees. We know that you have hopes for your future – your career, your personal development and of achieving great things. We pride ourselves in helping our employees to realise their worth. Through its five business clusters – Sanlam Fintech, Sanlam Life and Savings, Sanlam Investment Group, Sanlam Allianz, Santam, as well as MiWay and the Group Office – the group provides many opportunities for growth and development.

Core Competencies Cultivates innovation - Contributing through others

Customer focus - Contributing through others

Drives results - Contributing through others

Collaborates - Contributing through others

Being resilient - Contributing through others

Turnaround time The shortlisting process will only start once the application due date has been reached. The time taken to complete this process will depend on how far you progress and the availability of managers.

Our commitment to transformation The Sanlam Group is committed to achieving transformation and embraces diversity. This commitment is what drives us to achieve a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace as we believe that these are key components to ensuring a thriving and sustainable business in South Africa. The Group's Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the selection process.