Lead Engineer/ Engineer, Security Platform, Security Development, xCDI

HTX (Home Team Science & Technology Agency); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

HTX, Singapore's science and technology agency, seeks a cybersecurity professional to deliver enterprise cybersecurity initiatives and manage project delivery across complex ICT infrastructures. You will design, evaluate, and implement security solutions while coordinating with HTX teams, external agencies and partners to ensure timely, quality outcomes.

The role requires a degree in CS/IT/Engineering and 2+ years in cybersecurity, with CISSP or equivalent certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT/Engineering or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of cybersecurity experience.
• CISSP or equivalent certification preferred; PMP/PMI is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Delivery and implementation of enterprise cybersecurity initiatives.
• Design and evaluation of cybersecurity solutions.
• Manage and ensure timely delivery of enterprise projects, including cybersecurity systems and solutions.
• Implement projects based on approved project plans meeting operational needs, budget, schedule and quality.
• Maintain oversight of project status and resolve technical and non-technical issues.
• Perform risk assessment, mitigation and management.
• Lead discussions with HTX units, external agencies and partners to ensure project success.
• Provide cybersecurity support to other initiatives and projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned by HTX management.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Job description

What The Role Is

HTX is Singapore's Science and Technology agency that brings together diverse scientific and engineering capabilities to develop transformative, operationally ready solutions for public safety. As a statutory board under the Ministry of Home Affairs, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower the Home Team with cutting-edge capabilities. Guided by our mission to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team's advantage, we are committed to keeping Singapore the safest place on planet Earth.

Enterprise Communications and Digital Infrastructure (xCDI) architects and delivers transformative enterprise ICT infrastructure, communications and cybersecurity solutions, building on our expertise in:

• Cellular communications
• Networks
• Endpoints
• Sensors

What You Will Be Working On

• Delivery and implementation of enterprise cybersecurity initiatives.
• Carry out design and evaluation of cybersecurity solutions.
• Manage and ensure timely delivery of enterprise projects, including cybersecurity systems and solutions.
• Implement projects based on approved project plans that meet all identified operational needs, budget, schedule and quality.
• Maintain full oversight of the projects’ status and resolve technical and non-technical issues in a timely manner.
• Perform risk assessment, mitigation and management.
• Lead discussions and collaborate with relevant parties including external agencies, industry partners, Home Team Departments (HTDs) and other HTX teams to ensure successful delivery of projects and capabilities.
• Provide cybersecurity support to other initiatives and projects.
• Perform any other relevant duties as assigned by HTX management.

What We Are Looking For

• Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Engineering or relevant disciplines.
• At least 2 years of relevant working experience in cybersecurity.
• Strong interest in technologies and innovation, particularly in cybersecurity.
• Preferably relevant professional certification in CISSP or equivalent certification would be an advantage.
• Possess planning, organising, problem-solving and project management skills. Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification would be an advantage.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Good interpersonal, writing and communications skills for stakeholders’ engagement.

All new hires are appointed on a two-year contract in the first instance and will be assessed and considered for permanent tenure over time, based on performance.

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.