Head Cybersecurity Talent Development - Up to $13K

PEOPLE ADVANTAGE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading talent development firm in Singapore is seeking a professional to architect and lead initiatives in building a robust talent pipeline for cybersecurity roles, particularly focusing on Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs). Responsibilities include designing career frameworks, developing L&D strategies tailored for cybersecurity professionals, and engaging with stakeholders to enhance talent development programs. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Business or HR and substantial experience in learning and development, with strong analytical skills to leverage data effectively.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in learning and development or talent management.
• Proven ability to design large-scale career frameworks.
• Strong analytical skills to translate data into insights.

Responsibilities

• Lead talent development programs and manage stakeholder engagement.
• Design L&D frameworks and track employee competency levels.
• Leverage data for reporting and strategic insights.

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Communication

Data visualization

Program management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, or related field

Tools

Tableau

MS Excel

Python

Job description

Job Description

• The incumbent is responsible to architect and lead our initiatives for growing and retaining top-tier cybersecurity professionals.

• The role is responsible for the end-to-end design and management of frameworks that empower our entire cybersecurity workforce to achieve its full potential.

• A primary emphasis will be placed on building a robust talent pipeline for our current and future Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) and ensuring they possess the advanced competencies required to protect the organization.

• This position sits at the intersection of human capital strategy, cybersecurity, and data analytics.

This covers the following:

Comprehensive Talent & Career Framework Design

• Develop and operationalize a comprehensive talent mobility framework that outlines clear career pathways, advancement criteria, and growth opportunities for the entire cybersecurity division.

• In collaboration with senior leadership, define and map the critical skills, competencies, rotational assignments, and mentorship opportunities required for all key roles, with a specialized track for aspiring and current CISOs.

Holistic Learning & Development (L&D) Strategy

• Design and manage a robust L&D framework tailored to the unique needs of cybersecurity professionals at all levels. This includes a specialized curriculum mapped to the advanced skills and competencies required for the CISO role.

• Establish and implement systems to track employee and CISO competency levels, certifications, and professional development progress to identify skill gaps and inform learning strategies.

Program Management & Stakeholder Engagement

• Lead the execution of all talent development programs, serving as the main point of contact for participants, CISOs, and key stakeholders across the organization.

• Interface directly with cybersecurity leaders and staff at all levels to promote program participation, provide guidance, and gather feedback for continuous improvement.

Data-Driven Reporting & Strategic Insights

• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and benchmarks to track the success, impact, and timely delivery of all talent development initiatives.

• Leverage data analytics to transform program data into clear, insightful reports and visualizations (e.g., using Tableau, Excel) for management.

• Provide data-driven recommendations to inform strategic decisions regarding talent investment, succession planning, and overall workforce development.

Required Work Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Organizational Development, or a related field is required.

• Experience: A minimum of 8 years of proven experience in learning and development, talent management, talent mobility, or a related human capital field is essential.

• Deep expertise in designing and implementing large-scale career frameworks and professional development programs.

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate with and influence leaders and employees at all levels.

• Exceptional analytical mindset with the ability to translate complex data into compelling visual stories and strategic insights.

Required Skills (e.g. MS Office)

• High proficiency in data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, MS Excel).

• Experience with a programming language for data analysis, such as Python, is highly desirable/preferred.

• A professional certification in data analytics, human resources (e.g., SHRM-CP), or cybersecurity (e.g., Security+) would be a distinct advantage.

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