Lead Engineer

Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental science and technology agency in Singapore is seeking a candidate to establish governance frameworks and ensure compliance standards for software development. The role requires a Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of experience in governance and risk management. The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of regulatory requirements and demonstrate detail-oriented process skills. This position is on a two-year contract with the possibility of permanent tenure based on performance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in governance, risk management, compliance, or IT security.
• Strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks and regulatory requirements.
• Proven ability to meet governance standards and compliance reporting.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain governance frameworks and compliance standards.
• Collaborate to develop frameworks aligned with organizational policies.
• Engage stakeholders to ensure adherence to security and regulatory requirements.
• Enhance internal processes and manage risks effectively.

Skills

Governance standards compliance

Risk management

Collaboration skills

Detail-oriented approach

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field

Job description

What the role is

Get ready to embark on a transformative journey with HTX's newly formed xCode function, focusing on the organic in-house development of core software modules for the mission critical and sensitive systems. This new setup aims to achieve greater control, agility and responsiveness to evolving operation needs to the dynamic operating environment for software delivery.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.

What you will be working on

• Responsible for establishing and maintaining governance frameworks, compliance standards, and best practices for software development and product management.
• Leverage existing frameworks or collaborate with relevant teams to develop new ones that align with organization policies and regulatory requirements.
• Adopt a holistic approach to stakeholder engagement, working with internal governance bodies, risk and compliance teams, and regulatory authorities to ensure adherence to security, regulatory and operational requirements.
• Refine internal processes to enhance efficiency, manage risks, and ensure seamless coordination between Product Management, Engineering and external stakeholders.

What we are looking for

• • Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field
• • At least 5 years of relevant working experience in governance, risk management, compliance, or IT security
• • Strong knowledge and experience with IT governance framework, risk and compliance, regulatory requirements
• • Proven ability to independently ensure governance standards are met, with expertise in compliance reporting
• • Detail-oriented with a process-driven approach, demonstrating strong collaboration skills and a high level of risk awareness

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 shortlisted applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks upon closing of the advertisement. #LI-JW1

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.