Asst Dir, Digital Governance, Technology Delivery & Ops Dept (1 yr contract)

Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A government regulatory body in Singapore is seeking an experienced IT Governance Lead to drive digital transformation and enhance cybersecurity measures. Candidates should have at least 8 years of relevant experience and professional qualifications in Cybersecurity or Information Security. This role involves leading digital governance, managing IT risks, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Join us to make a meaningful impact while being part of a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in IT governance, risk management, cybersecurity, or related functions.
• Knowledge of Cloud hosting like Amazon Web Services will be advantageous.
• Proven track record in implementing IT security controls and governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute digital governance and compliance ensuring alignment with WOG directives.
• Serve as ACRA’s appointed Security Incident Response Officer (SIRO).
• Develop, review, and maintain IT and data governance policies.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Information Security

Risk Management

Stakeholder Management

Collaboration

Communication

Education

Professional qualifications in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Amazon Web Services

Job description

What the role is

Be part of the team that shapes the future of the business and accounting regulatory landscape! We are going digital, leveraging data and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to provide a responsive and forward-looking regulatory environment conducive to enterprise in Singapore.We are looking for committed, agile and energetic team players to be part of the team to drive ACRA digital transformation and build digital capabilities and governance. You will lead, develop and implement IT Governance and risk management through the development, review and compliance of policies, standards, processes and guidelines. Join us and be part of the team!

What you will be working on

• Lead and execute ACRA’s digital governance, IT risk management and compliance, ensuring alignment with Whole-of-Government (WOG) directives and industry best practices.
• Serve as ACRA’s appointed Security Incident Response Officer (SIRO), proactively report all confirmed or suspected cybersecurity incidents, gather evidence for impact and severity assessment, impact assessment of the cybersecurity incident, escalating the incident to relevant authorities, determining appropriate containment and corrective actions, track and coordinate incident responses and submit incident report, updates and post incident inquiry report.
• Develop, review and maintain IT and data governance policies, standards and processes to ensure adherence to the Government Instruction Manual for ICT & Smart Systems (ICT&SS).
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives for digital governance and operational efficiency, introducing new processes, platforms, or controls where necessary.
• Partner with IT and business teams to assess security risks for all new projects and ensure mitigation plans are embedded before deployment to production.
• Lead the implementation of cost-effective IT security and data protection solutions to address governance gaps and emerging threats.
• Educate staff and vendors on digital governance policies and cybersecurity awareness through workshops, phishing exercises and sharing sessions to enhance vigilance.
• Coordinate with central governance teams and external vendors to report, track and close digital governance gaps, meeting KPIs and audit requirements.
• Act as an internal independent reviewer to validate IT systems, controls and data projects, ensuring compliance and readiness for production release.
• Develop and drive the execution roadmap for enterprise information and security governance, securing stakeholder buy-in and ensuring alignment with ACRA’s objectives.

What we are looking for

• Professional qualifications in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science or equivalent. Knowledge of Cloud hosting like Amazon Web Services will be advantageous.
• Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in IT governance, risk management, cybersecurity, or related functions.
• Proven track record in implementing IT security controls, governance frameworks, and compliance in alignment with public sector or industry standards.
• Strong understanding of risk management principles and security standards (e.g., ISO 27001/27002, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, OWASP).
• Proactive, quality-conscious, and results-driven team player with strong collaboration skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and engage across divisions, agencies and vendors.
• Ability to think strategically, work independently, and lead cross-functional initiatives.

About Accounting and Corporate Regulatory Authority

At ACRA, we make Singapore a trusted and best place for business. Our people are proactive self-starters, empowered to create value and grow their careers in an environment that fosters trust and respect. Join us to make a difference! We now have the following exciting career opportunity available. You may also visit our career page at https://www.acra.gov.sg/careers to find out more about other career opportunities.