Senior Associate, Security Architect, Regulatory Compliance, Technology andOperations

DBS Bank Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

DBS Bank Ltd is seeking an experienced Security Architect to strengthen security architecture across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. You will drive risk assessments, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with vendors and internal teams to improve security posture.

The role focuses on design reviews, security controls, and governance, with emphasis on RBI/PCI-DSS-aligned practices and incident response readiness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 10+ years of cybersecurity experience, including 5+ years in security architecture or engineering.
• Preferred certifications: CISPS, CISM, CISA, AWS/Azure/GCP Security Specialty, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust security architecture for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks including ISO 27001, NIST, and PCI-DSS.
• Act as security advisor to business, IT, vendors, and teams; lead threat modeling.

Skills

Security architecture

Cloud security

Container security

Security assessments

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Business Function

Technology and Operations (T&O) enables and empowers the bank with an efficient, nimble and resilient infrastructure through a strategic focus on productivity, quality & control, technology, people capability and innovation. In Group T&O, we manage the majority of the Bank's operational processes and inspire to delight our business partners through our multiple banking delivery channels.

Job Summary

Experienced Security Architect role focused on strengthening the Bank’s and vendors’ security architecture, regulatory compliance, and ATM logical security. Responsible for assessing and improving security posture across systems, data, applications, and networks in line with industry standards, regulations, and best practices.

Key Responsibilities

• Security Architecture Design:
  Design and implement robust security architecture for cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments. Conduct internal architecture reviews to validate design adequacy, security controls, and alignment with Bank standards before implementation, followed by annual or half-yearly reviews based on criticality. Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures across systems and applications. Define security requirements, understand data flows, and partner with teams to enable secure design and integration.
• Risk Management & Compliance:
  Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with relevant regulatory frameworks, including ISO 27001, NIST, and PCI-DSS. Support audits and regulatory responses across DPSC, RBI Cybersecurity Framework, SEBI CSCRF, IT outsourcing, and digital lending requirements.
• ATM Logical Security:
  Ensure ATM logical controls are aligned with Bank standards. Conduct periodic ATM security assessments covering vulnerabilities, host security, and control effectiveness. Perform governance reviews of ATM logical security controls.
• Collaboration & Guidance:
  Act as a security advisor to business, IT, vendors, partners, and application teams. Lead threat modeling and security reviews for new systems, projects, and services.
• Regulatory Reporting:
  Ensure timely and accurate submission of regulatory returns and reports, including Quarterly Cyber KRI and Tranche I, II, and III submissions. Maintain records of regulatory submissions, approvals, and RBI correspondence.
• Training & Awareness:
  Conduct training and awareness on RBI regulations and compliance practices. Promote regulatory compliance and ethical conduct across the organization.
• Monitoring & Response:
  Partner with Security Operations to enhance monitoring and incident response capabilities. Support security breach investigations and root cause analysis.
• Security Tools & Technologies:
  Manage security solutions such as SIEM, EDR, WAF, and IAM. Track emerging cybersecurity trends, technologies, and threat landscapes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
• 10+ years of cybersecurity experience, including 5+ years in security architecture or engineering.
• Preferred certifications: CISPS, CISM, CISA, AWS/Azure/GCP Security Specialty, or equivalent.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of security principles, architecture, and technologies.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms, including AWS, Azure, and GCP, and cloud security frameworks.
• Familiarity with microservices and container security, including Docker and Kubernetes.
• Proven ability to conduct security assessments and interpret security reports.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to engage internal and external stakeholders effectively.

Location

I-Think Techno, Kanjurmarg

Job

Technology

Schedule

Regular

Employee Status

Full time