Head of Cyber Security

Morgan McKinley; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley seeks an experienced Head of Cyber Security in Singapore to lead cyber defense operations, incident response, and threat monitoring. You will oversee SOC activities, drive security tool design and deployment, and ensure compliance with NIST, ISO, MAS TRM.

Strong leadership and strategic thinking are essential for success. You will collaborate with IT, risk, and compliance teams, coordinate with vendors, and report security posture to senior leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years in cybersecurity with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing security operations.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM, SOAR, EDR, threat intelligence platforms, and vulnerability management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Security Operations team, including SOC analysts, incident responders, threat hunters, and security engineers.
• Oversee 24/7 monitoring, detection, triage, analysis, and response to cyber threats and security incidents.
• Drive the design, implementation, and optimization of security tools and technologies (SIEM, EDR/XDR, SOAR).
• Develop and maintain robust incident response procedures, including playbooks and escalation protocols.
• Coordinate with IT, risk, and compliance to manage security risks and responses effectively.
• Lead cyber threat intelligence efforts to stay ahead of threats and adapt defenses.
• Monitor security metrics, prepare executive reports, and present updates to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with internal security policies and external regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO, MAS TRM).
• Manage relationships with third-party security vendors and service providers, ensuring SLA adherence.

Skills

Leadership

Incident response

Threat monitoring

Security operations

Stakeholder engagement

Executive reporting

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Security/CS

Tools

SIEM

EDR/XDR

SOAR

Threat intelligence platforms

Vulnerability management

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Cyber Security to lead cyber defense capabilities. This role is responsible for overseeing day-to-day security operations, incident response, threat monitoring, and the continuous enhancement of our security posture. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, leadership experience, and a proactive approach to managing cyber threats in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Security Operations team, including SOC analysts, incident responders, threat hunters, and security engineers.
• Oversee 24/7 monitoring, detection, triage, analysis, and response to cyber threats and security incidents.
• Drive the design, implementation, and optimization of security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, EDR/XDR, SOAR).
• Develop and maintain robust incident response procedures, including playbooks and escalation protocols.
• Coordinate with stakeholders across IT, risk, and compliance functions to manage security risks and responses effectively.
• Lead cyber threat intelligence efforts to stay ahead of emerging threats and adapt defenses accordingly.
• Monitor key security metrics, prepare executive-level reports, and present updates to senior leadership.
• Ensure compliance with internal security policies and external regulatory requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO, MAS TRM).
• Manage relationships with third-party security vendors and service providers, ensuring SLA adherence and service quality.
• Conduct regular tabletop exercises, penetration tests, and post-incident reviews to identify gaps and drive continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the organization’s overall cybersecurity strategy.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in a leadership role managing security operations.
• Proven experience leading teams, managing incident response, and deploying security technologies.
• Strong knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., MITRE ATT&CK, NIST CSF, ISO 27001).
• Hands‑on experience with SIEM, SOAR, EDR, threat intelligence platforms, and vulnerability management tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Preferred Certifications:

• CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional)
• CISM (Certified Information Security Manager)
• GIAC certifications (e.g., GCIA, GCIH, GCFA)
• ITIL, PMP, or other project/operations management certifications are a plus