Assistant Director/Governance, Security and Admin [ITE Headquarters]

Institute of Technical Education; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a dynamic Agency Chief Information Security Officer to lead its Governance, Security, and Admin Department. This pivotal role involves safeguarding information systems, developing security strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. You will manage IT governance frameworks, oversee security incident responses, and promote awareness programs. With a focus on collaboration and leadership, you will work with various stakeholders to enhance security posture and support digitalization efforts. If you have a passion for information security and a strong background in IT governance, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Information Security and IT governance.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of information security strategy and IT governance framework.
• Conduct risk assessments and manage the Security Risk Register.
• Promote information security awareness and training programs.

Skills

Information Security Management

Cybersecurity Frameworks

Risk Management

Regulatory Compliance

Leadership

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT or related fields

Relevant Certifications (CISSP, CISM, etc.)

Job description

What the role is:

You will helm the role of the Agency Chief Information Security Officer (ACISO) and lead the Governance, Security and Admin Department.
You will be responsible for safeguarding ITE's information systems and data security. This includes spearheading the development and implementation of information security strategies, ensuring regulatory compliance, and conducting risk assessments. You will also manage IT governance frameworks while providing effective administrative oversight.

What you will be working on:

• Lead the development and implementation of ITE's information security strategy and IT governance framework, aligning it with the overall business objectives and regulatory requirements.

• Ensure compliance with IM8, laws, and standards. Conduct gap analysis, perform risk assessments, and manage residual risks and the Security Risk Register.

• Establish and enforce information security policies, standards, and guidelines to safeguard the organization's data and systems.

• Maintain an overall view of ICT security design and operations, comply with security requirements, and review security metrics.

• Lead the response to security incidents, ensure proper security monitoring, and conduct incident response exercises.

• Promote information security awareness and training programs to educate staff and stakeholders on best practices and emerging threats.

• Work with various stakeholders, divisions, departments, government agencies, and external partners to enhance security posture.

• Oversee IT governance frameworks, manage administrative functions (including budgeting, resource and reporting), and coordinate audits.

• Undertake other responsibilities as assigned to support digitalisation effort in ITE.

What we are looking for:

• Possess suitable academic or professional credentials in IT or related fields.

• Extensive experience in information security management and solid grasp of ICT operations, security policies, and business processes.

• Knowledge of Singapore Government IT Security Policies and prior relevant experience in the Public Service would be advantageous.

• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and regulatory compliance.

• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CGEIT, or COBIT.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, and report writing skills.

• Possess leadership qualities as well as good people and collaboration skills.

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Information Security and/or IT governance, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.

• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, dynamic educational environment.

Applicants may check their application status at the end of 8 weeks from the closing date of this job posting

About Institute of Technical Education

The Institute of Technical Education is a globally-recognised world-class institution for excellence in technical education. Here, you make an extraordinary difference because ours is a unique Hands-on, Minds-on, Hearts-on College Education. Our awards include the prestigious Singapore Quality Award with Special Commendation and the inaugural Harvard-IBM Innovations Award in Transforming Government, affirmations of transformational leadership and passionate staff who bring us closer to becoming a Global Leader for Innovations in Technical Education.