Head of TISO SG and Cyber Defence

OCBC; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Singapore is seeking a highly skilled Technology Information Security Officer to lead its cybersecurity initiatives. This role requires a deep understanding of cybersecurity technologies and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will develop security strategies, manage a large team, and ensure compliance with technology security frameworks. Competitive salary and flexible benefits are offered, alongside opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Flexible benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in cybersecurity and IT security, managing large teams.
• Proven experience developing and implementing cybersecurity strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop the cybersecurity strategy and establish principles for the Group.
• Create a Cyber Defence Roadmap to tackle cyber threats across the Group.
• Inform stakeholders about significant technology and cyber risk developments.
• Supervise technology security roadmaps and ensure alignment of security processes.
• Drive initiatives to maintain and enhance technology security capabilities.

Skills

Cybersecurity technologies

Regulatory requirements

Risk management

Team management

Education

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Job description

Who We Are

As Singapore’s longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we’re on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia’s leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technology Information Security Officer to lead the Bank’s cybersecurity efforts. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the overall information security strategy and programmes. This role requires a deep understanding of cybersecurity technologies, frameworks, and regulatory requirements to ensure the protection of the organisation's data, systems, and networks.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop the cybersecurity strategy and establish principles and blueprints for the OCBC Group and several other entities (“Group”).
• Create a Cyber Defence Roadmap to tackle prevailing cyber threats across the Group.
• Inform the Board, Senior Management, and stakeholders about significant technology and cyber risk developments, including the Group's security strategy and readiness.
• Supervise technology security roadmaps for Group and ensure alignment of security processes.
• Drive initiatives to maintain and enhance technology security capabilities in line with the Group's profile.
• Identify emerging technologies that would modernize existing capabilities.

Risk Management

• Assess the IT security posture of the Group.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements in the Group’s technology security framework.
• Conduct project security reviews to uphold controls and compliance with the Group’s technology security standards.

Financial Management

• Lead initiatives to meet approved operating budgets and expenses while maintaining service levels.
• Drive cost management efforts to achieve efficiencies and synergies across the Group in implementing new capabilities.

People Management

• Develop succession and development plans for the function.
• Build regional expertise to support existing and new systems and technologies.
• Attract, retain, and motivate talent to maintain a highly capable workforce.
• Degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent.
• 20+ years of experience in cybersecurity and IT security, managing teams of over 100 staff members.

What We Offer

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry-leading learning and professional development opportunities. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.