You oversee the governance of defence exports and technology security covering strategy, policy and systems, driving compliance plans and processes to safeguard MINDEF/SAF defence technologies while working with diverse stakeholders to formulate balanced policy options.
MINDEF
Deputy Director (Defence Trade & Technology)
Permanent
Closing on 02 Nov 2025What the role is
What you will be working on
- Oversee governance of defence exports and technology security including strategy, policy and systems development
- Drive compliance plans and processes to safeguard MINDEF/SAF defence technologies
- Work with diverse range of stakeholders to balance views and inputs in policy formulation
- Develop policy options that serve mutual benefits and interests of all parties
- Maintain strategic oversight of Singapore's export controls regime
- Position Singapore's defence industries to meet MINDEF/SAF requirements
- Monitor and adapt to evolving technology sensitivity and geopolitical landscapes
Challenge(s)
- Maintaining effective and efficient controls amidst evolving technology sensitivity and geopolitical landscape while ensuring operational effectiveness
- Balancing strategic view of Singapore's export controls regime with practical needs of defence industries and MINDEF/SAF requirements
What we are looking for
- Education in Engineering or a technical field is preferred
- At least 15 years of work experience in export controls and/or defence technology systems
- Strong understanding of technology security frameworks and export control regulations
- Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills
- Strategic thinking capabilities with ability to balance multiple perspectives
- Knowledge of geopolitical trends affecting technology and defence sectors
- Strong analytical and policy development abilities
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About your application process
This job is closing on 02 Nov 2025.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within MINDEF or the wider Public Service.
About MINDEF
The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor.
The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.
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