Lead Engineer/ Engineer, Civil Defence Ops Support Systems, Ops Systems

Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX) in Singapore seeks an Engineer/Lead Engineer (Ops Systems) responsible for the delivery and maintenance of ICT capabilities. You will ensure system reliability, manage compliance and execute effective project management practices.

The ideal candidate has tertiary education in relevant fields and 3 years of IT experience. Strong communication skills and project management certification are preferred. HTX aims to enhance Singapore’s security through innovative technological solutions.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related IT working experience.
• Possession of project management certification such as PMP, CITPM or equivalent is an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the maintenance or enhancement of ICT systems.
• Ensure availability and reliability of the system.
• Manage security compliance and audit requirements.
• Conduct problem and issue management.
• Oversee documentation updates and vendor management.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Cyber Security

Education

Tertiary Education in Computer Studies, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering, or equivalent

Job description

What the role is

As an Engineer/Lead Engineer (Ops Systems), you are responsible for the delivery and maintenance of ICT capabilities through effective planning, management, and deployment of resources. You will apply professional knowledge and expertise to support and enhance Home Team’s operational capabilities.

What you will be working on

The successful jobholder will be assigned to manage the maintenance or enhancement of ICT systems. They will be minimally responsible for the following:

• Availability and reliability of the system
• Security compliance and audit requirements of the system
• Planning and system support, including Cyber Security and Disaster Recovery exercises
• Budget and Asset management
• Monitoring and reporting (monthly meetings, written reports, ad-hoc reporting, etc.)
• Problem/issue management
• Change management
• Documentation and ensure that all documents are up to date
• Vendor management
• Contract / Licence management and renewal
• Risk management and incident response
• Tech Refresh and Upgrade planning, monitor and renew hardware and software before End‑Of‑Life
• Put up papers for budget and approval
• Decommissioning of old equipment
• Ensure systems are compliance with GovTech and MHA Security Policies

What we are looking for

• Tertiary Education in Computer Studies, Information Technology, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 3 years of related IT working experience
• Possession of project management certification such as PMP, CITPM or equivalent is an added advantage
• Good interpersonal, spoken and written communication skills

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. All applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks upon closing of the advertisement.

About Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX)

HTX is the world’s first Science and Technology agency that integrates a diverse range of scientific and engineering capabilities to innovate and deliver transformative and operationally‑ready solutions for homeland security. As a statutory board of the Ministry of Home Affairs and integral to the Home Team, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower Singapore’s frontline of security. Our shared mission is to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team’s advantage and secure Singapore as the safest place on planet earth.