IT Security Consultant

DADACONSULTANTS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DADACONSULTANTS PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced IT Security Consultant to strengthen our client's security operations and governance function in Singapore. You will manage vendors, coordinate testing cycles, and ensure enterprise systems resist evolving cyber threats.

Responsibilities include security testing coordination, policy enhancement, incident handling, and stakeholder advisory. CISSP/CISM required; cloud and SIEM proficiency highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related discipline
• At least 4 years of hands-on cybersecurity analyst or equivalent experience
• Holding a CISSP and/or CISM certification is required
• Strong knowledge of network protocols, Windows and Linux, and cloud security across AWS, Azure, GCP
• Proficiency with security tooling including vulnerability scanners, penetration testing tools, and SIEM platforms; scripting is a bonus
• Familiarity with NIST, ISO 27001, OWASP Top 10; incident management practices
• Bonus: experience in software development or security operations

Responsibilities

• Lead management of cybersecurity vendors, overseeing deliverables, performance, and service quality
• Drive periodic security testing cycles, including vulnerability assessments and penetration testing coordination
• Assess adequacy and effectiveness of mitigation and remediation measures across systems and applications
• Review and enhance security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines to align with industry best practices
• Provide expert cybersecurity consultancy to internal stakeholders, translating findings for non-technical audiences
• Monitor and respond to security alerts and advisories, manage end-to-end incident handling processes
• Conduct security awareness training programmes and disseminate timely advisories
• Own the review of security reports, identifying trends and recommending improvements

Skills

CISSP

CISM

GCIH

OSCP

CEH

ECSA

CompTIA CySA+

CompTIA Security+

SSCP

Python

PowerShell

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

Vulnerability Scanners

Penetration Testing Tools

SIEM Platforms

Python

PowerShell

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a public-sector organisation in Singapore responsible for overseeing critical infrastructure and built-environment systems, where cybersecurity resilience is a strategic priority. They are seeking an experienced

IT Security Consultant

to strengthen their security operations and governance function. In this role, you will serve as a key advisor and operator — managing vendors, overseeing testing cycles, and ensuring that enterprise systems remain robust against evolving cyber threats. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned cybersecurity professional to make a meaningful impact within a mission-driven organisation at the intersection of technology and public safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the management of cybersecurity vendors, overseeing deliverables, performance, and service quality


• Drive periodic security testing cycles, including vulnerability assessments and penetration testing coordination


• Assess the adequacy and effectiveness of mitigation and remediation measures across systems and applications


• Review and enhance security policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines to align with industry best practices


• Provide expert cybersecurity consultancy to internal stakeholders, translating technical findings into actionable recommendations for non-technical audiences


• Monitor and respond to security alerts and advisories, and manage end-to-end incident handling processes


• Conduct security awareness training programmes and disseminate timely security advisories across the organisation


• Own the review of security reports, identifying trends and recommending improvements to the overall security posture

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline, with at least 4 years of hands‑on experience in a cybersecurity analyst or equivalent role


• Holding a valid CISSP and/or CISM certification is required; additional certifications such as GCIH, OSCP, CEH, ECSA, CompTIA CySA+, CompTIA Security+, or SSCP (are a bonus)


• Strong working knowledge of network protocols, operating systems (Windows and Linux), andcloud securityconcepts across platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP


• Proficiency with security tooling including vulnerability scanners, penetration testing tools, andSIEM platforms; experience with scripting (e.g. Python, PowerShell) for security automation (is a bonus)


• Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks and standards such as NIST and ISO 27001, and a solid understanding of OWASP Top 10 vulnerabilities and incident management practices


• Prior experience in software development or security operations (is a bonus)