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Cyber Security Agency of Singapore

Principal Consultant, Cybersecurity Engineering Centre

Cyber Security Agency of Singapore

Contract

Closing on 31 Dec 2024

What the role is

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient senior-level team leader to join our Cybersecurity Engineering Centre. This role demands strong technical leadership and expertise in cybersecurity, passion for disruptive and emerging technologies, and a drive to stay at the cutting edge of the latest trends. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in assisting the Director in overseeing other lead and senior consultants, focusing on performing technical risk analysis and formulating strategies and policies, and providing expert insights on cybersecurity implications of disruptive and emerging technologies.

What you will be working on

Responsibilities • Lead and mentor a team of cybersecurity engineers, providing technical guidance and support. • Ensure the team stays updated with the latest advancements in cybersecurity technologies and practices. • Oversee horizon scans and deep dives on disruptive and emerging technologies such as Quantum, AI, Mobile Security, IoT security, OT security, Smart Vehicles, Internet Security etc. • Identify key threats, conduct technical risk analysis, and formulate mitigation strategies. Collaborate with whole-of-government teams, industry, and research partners to develop cybersecurity solutions. • Develop technical policies and advisories for the safe adoption of disruptive and emerging technologies. Provide recommendations to de-risk technology adoption for Government Agencies, Critical Information Infrastructures Owners and Enterprises. • Represent CSA and Singapore in national and international standard committees. Engage with international partners for knowledge exchange and thought leadership in these technical domains to foster global collaboration. • Provide strategic technical advice to senior leadership, delivering expert insights on cybersecurity implications of disruptive and emerging technologies and their strategic impact on national digital infrastructure.

What we are looking for

Requirements • Minimum 15 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on technical roles, and at least 5 years in a technical leadership role. • Possession of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Security or ICT related field. • Good understanding of disruptive and emerging technologies. • Deep knowledge in at least one of the disruptive/emerging technologies mentioned • Experience in developing and implementing cybersecurity policies and standards. • Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills. • Effective communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders. • Proven track record in leading and mentoring technical teams. • Driven and capable of working independently and as part of a team. • Experience working in cross-functional and interdisciplinary teams. If you share our passion to make a difference in the cyber security landscape, take up the challenge and apply now. All applicants will be notified of whether they are shortlisted or not within four weeks of the closing date of this job posting. For any issues with the application, you may drop your resume with us at csa_recruit@csa.gov.sg. Note: CSA will be shifting to Punggol Digital District (PDD) in year 2026.

About Cyber Security Agency of Singapore

About the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore Established in 2015, the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) seeks to keep Singapore’s cyberspace safe and secure to underpin our Nation Security, power a Digital Economy and protect our Digital Way of Life. It maintains an oversight of national cybersecurity functions and works with sector leads to protect Singapore’s Critical Information Infrastructure. CSA also engages with various stakeholders to heighten cyber security awareness, build a vibrant cybersecurity ecosystem supported by a robust workforce, pursue international partnerships and drive regional cybersecurity capacity building programmes. CSA is part of the Prime Minister’s Office and is managed by the Ministry of Digital Development and Information. For more news and information, please visit www.csa.gov.sg