Cybersecurity Strategy (Deputy Director)

GovTech Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GovTech Singapore is seeking a seasoned leader for the Cybersecurity Group to oversee the development and refinement of cybersecurity strategies across government. The role involves managing a dynamic team, ensuring alignment with national objectives, and addressing complex cybersecurity challenges.

The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree, significant team management experience, and exceptional communication skills. Knowledge in cybersecurity trends and technologies is crucial. This position is limited to Singapore Citizens only.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Infocomm Security, Computer Science, or related field preferred.
• 5-6 years of prior experience in civil service-related work is preferred.
• Experience in leading teams and managing high-performing individuals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a dynamic team for cybersecurity strategies.
• Drive strategic planning efforts for Government ICT assets.
• Provide leadership across policy and governance functions.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Cybersecurity knowledge

Strategic planning

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Infocomm Security or related field

Tools

Statistical methods

Econometrics

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) aims to transform the delivery of Government digital services by taking an "outside-in" view, putting citizens and businesses at the heart of everything we do. We also develop the Smart Nation infrastructure and applications, and facilitate collaboration with citizens and businesses to co-develop technologies. Join us as we support Singapore’s vision of building a Smart Nation – a nation of possibilities empowered through information-communications technology and related engineering. The Cybersecurity Group (CSG) is the cybersecurity arm of GovTech that is committed to creating a trusted digital Government for Singapore. You will be joining the Plans, Policy & Strategy (PPSD) team which oversees cybersecurity strategies, policy, and resource planning.

Job Scope

• Lead and manage a dynamic team responsible for the development, execution and continuous refinement of Whole-of-Government (WoG) cybersecurity strategies, ensuring alignment with organisational priorities and national cybersecurity objectives.
• Drive strategic planning efforts by identifying capability gaps, emerging risks and opportunities, and translating insights into actionable strategies, policies and programmes that strengthen the security of Government ICT assets.
• Provide leadership and direction to multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration across policy, operations, engineering and governance functions to deliver organisational outcomes.
• Develop innovative and practical approaches to address complex cybersecurity challenges arising from emerging technologies, evolving threat landscapes and changing digital operating environments.
• Lead strategic resource planning and investment efforts, including the development of business cases and funding proposals, to secure resources required to strengthen and scale WoG cybersecurity capabilities.
• Develop, assess and review cybersecurity strategies, policies and governance frameworks in close partnership with stakeholders across Government, driving greater consistency, efficiency and effectiveness across WoG.
• Oversee the implementation of strategic initiatives and transformation programmes, ensuring delivery against intended outcomes, timelines and performance targets.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators, outcome measures and reporting frameworks to assess the effectiveness of cybersecurity strategies and initiatives, and drive continuous improvement.
• Lead research and horizon‑scanning efforts across cybersecurity, technology, policy and adjacent domains to develop forward‑looking frameworks, roadmaps and strategic recommendations for senior leadership.
• Build alignment and influence across agencies, senior stakeholders and external partners to advance strategic priorities and drive coordinated execution of WoG cybersecurity initiatives.
• Provide strategic advice and executive support to senior leadership through the preparation of high‑quality reports, policy papers, briefings, presentations, speeches, talking points and responses to Parliamentary Questions and other leadership queries.
• Represent GovTech in cross‑government, industry and international engagements, including supporting strategic communications, partnership development, diplomacy efforts and stakeholder management activities.
• Oversee and coordinate key government‑to‑government (G2G) and government‑to‑business (G2B) engagements and events, ensuring successful execution and achievement of strategic objectives.
• Lead, mentor and develop high‑performing cybersecurity professionals, building organisational capability and delivering an effective, collaborative and outcomes‑driven culture.
• Set team priorities, allocate resources effectively and provide coaching and guidance to officers to achieve both operational and strategic objectives.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability and continuous learning, while developing future leaders and strengthening succession pipelines within the organisation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Infocomm Security, Computer Science, Computer/Electronics Engineering or Information Technology preferred.
• Experience in leading, managing and grooming teams of high‑performing individuals.
• CISSP and/or CISA certifications would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of and interest in emerging cybersecurity threats and trends about the latest cybersecurity technologies, tools, and solutions, and continually assessing their applicability to Government systems.
• At least 5-6 years of prior experience in civil service‑related work is preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Familiarity with statistical methods and econometrics would be an advantage.
• Finance, accounting or legal qualifications or experience would be an advantage.
• Clear and logical thinking, and analytical mindset; ability to grasp complex topics and distil into clear and easy‑to‑understand concepts; ability to develop creative solutions; ability to form logical, coherent reasoning.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross‑functional team environment.
• Able to work independently and persevering attitude.
• Singapore Citizen only.