Strategic Lead, Physical Security & Risk

National Library Board (NLB); Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

National Library Board (NLB) in Singapore seeks a strategic leader to shape and drive physical security across its facilities. The role focuses on building a future-ready security program, aligning with government requirements and leveraging technology to enhance situational awareness and efficiency.

The successful candidate will lead strategic initiatives, oversee governance and policies, and collaborate with senior management, agencies and partners to elevate the organisation's security

Qualifications

• 5+ years in physical security, security management or related fields.
• Experience in leading security strategy and governance.
• Strong written and verbal communication for senior management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and drive medium- to long-term physical security strategy and roadmap.
• Lead risk-based security planning and mitigation across premises.
• Govern policy standards and governance aligned with government requirements.
• Identify and evaluate new security technologies and operating models.
• Drive security transformation through automation, analytics and data.
• Provide input into facilities planning with security considerations.
• Plan security infrastructure, access control and surveillance upgrades.
• Establish assurance, audit and performance frameworks for security controls.
• Oversee major incidents and translate lessons into improvements.
• Manage security investment plans and procurement governance.
• Engage with government agencies and industry partners.

Skills

Security strategy

Risk assessment

Policy development

Governance

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Security technologies

Job description

National Library Board (NLB) in Singapore seeks a strategic leader to shape and drive physical security across its facilities. The role focuses on building a future-ready security program, aligning with government requirements and leveraging technology to enhance situational awareness and efficiency.

The successful candidate will lead strategic initiatives, oversee governance and policies, and collaborate with senior management, agencies and partners to elevate the organisation's security