Manager & Data governance & compliance

SYNAPXE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced IT Security and Compliance Manager to lead initiatives in data governance, security, and compliance across cloud platforms. The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of experience in IT security, strong expertise in AWS/Azure environments, and a background in healthcare systems security. This role involves engaging with stakeholders, implementing security best practices, and driving compliance training initiatives within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in IT security and compliance.
• Strong background in AWS/Azure Cloud environments and cloud security architecture.
• Proven expertise in policy implementation and compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Engage with stakeholders to define and refine problem statements based on business needs.
• Implement and monitor security controls across cloud platforms.
• Provide audit support and address RFI enquiries.

Skills

IT security and compliance

AWS/Azure Cloud security

Data governance

Compliance frameworks

Data protection regulations

Communication skills

Project management

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Data Science/Informatics/Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Job description

1. Strategic Data Management and Governance

• Engage with stakeholders to define and refine problem statements based on business needs
• Translate business requirements into data/analytics solutions
• Track and monitor KPIs of data strategies and related programmes
• Lead data governance implementation and maintenance
• Establish data classification and handling procedures

2. Policy and Compliance Management

• Transform policy requirements into actionable processes
• Validate and maintain SOPs aligned with compliance objectives
• Conduct systematic policy reviews and updates
• Drive compliance training initiatives for teams
• Establish security baseline standards for systems and applications
• Implement security best practices for data storage and transmission

3. Security and Operations

• Implement and monitor security controls across cloud platforms
• Define and enforce data access control policies
• Support data operations team in reviewing safeguard processes
• Manage projects that enhance data usability and protection
• Monitor and improve operational processes

4. Audit and Compliance

• Provide audit support and address RFI enquiries
• Support self-assessments of systems against policies
• Coordinate third-party security assessments
• Assist with operational and technical compliance checklists
• Perform regular compliance gap analysisLead remediation efforts for identified gaps
• Establish compliance monitoring and reporting frameworks
• Report timely on achievements, issues, and progress

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of experience in IT security and compliance
• Strong background in AWS/Azure Cloud environments and cloud security architecture
• Proven expertise in policy implementation and compliance frameworks, with preference for Healthcare and Government project experience
• Experience in healthcare systems security, data protection, and privacy regulations
• Strong knowledge of data governance, security controls, and data-driven technologies
• Professional certifications in IT security or compliance would be good to have
• Bachelor's Degree in Data Science/Informatics/Computer Science/IT/Engineering or relevant fields
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with ability to translate complex technical subjects for various stakeholders
• Experience in managing large-scale data-driven initiatives and analytics solutions
• Self-motivated and Demonstrated ability to work independently
• Strong organizational and coordination skills to manage concurrent workstreams
• Embrace growth mindset - Think strategically and innovatively, view challenges as opportunities, and demonstrate strong ownership for result