Cybersecurity Specialist (Cloud Operations) (Perm /East) (ID: 680106)

PERSOLKELLY Singapore Pte Ltd (Formerly Kelly Services Singapore Pte Ltd); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOLKELLY Singapore is seeking a proactive Cybersecurity Specialist to join the Security Operations & Maintenance team. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience managing security tools and leading security operations. Responsibilities include overseeing cybersecurity tools, incident response, vulnerability management, and compliance support. Candidates should have 5+ years in cybersecurity maintenance, team leadership experience, and relevant educational qualifications. Additional skills in network security and certifications like CISSP or CISM are advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity maintenance or IT security operations.
• Demonstrated team leadership experience in a technical/operational security environment.
• Strong hands-on skills in one or more domains.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of cybersecurity tools including firewalls, antivirus, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection systems.
• Lead regular system health checks and ensure security technologies are functioning optimally.
• Act as first responder for security alerts, performing initial investigations, documentation, and remediation steps.
• Coordinate with technology vendors for issue escalation and resolution where required.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and enforce patch management schedules.
• Support security audits by preparing logs and reports, ensuring compliance with standards and best practices.
• Work closely with IT, network, and infrastructure teams to deploy and manage security solutions.

Skills

Network Security

Endpoint Protection

Identity & Access Management

Container Security

Key Management

Education

Diploma/Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Cybersecurity Specialist with leadership capabilities to join our Security Operations & Maintenance team. This role is ideal for professionals with hands-on experience in managing security tools, responding to incidents, and leading security operations in a dynamic enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities:

System Maintenance & Monitoring:

• Oversee daily operations of cybersecurity tools including firewalls, antivirus, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection systems.

• Lead regular system health checks and ensure security technologies are functioning optimally.

Incident Response & Troubleshooting:

• Act as first responder for security alerts, performing initial investigations, documentation, and remediation steps.

• Coordinate with technology vendors for issue escalation and resolution where required.

Vulnerability Management & Patching:

• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments, enforce patch management schedules, and ensure compliance with internal policies.

Audit & Compliance Support:

• Support security audits by preparing logs, reports, and ensuring compliance with standards and best practices.

Collaboration & Documentation:

• Work closely with IT, network, and infrastructure teams to deploy and manage security solutions.

• Maintain clear and detailed documentation on security processes, incident reports, and the cybersecurity landscape.

Requirements:

• Diploma/Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.

• 5+ years of experience in cybersecurity maintenance or IT security operations.

• Demonstrated team leadership experience in a technical/operational security environment.

• Strong hands-on skills in one or more domains: Network Security, Endpoint Protection, Identity & Access Management (IAM).

• Experience with container security or key management is a plus.

• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are advantageous.

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click on “Apply”. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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