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Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Assistant Chief Security Officer

Ministry of Foreign Affairs

Contract

Closing on 27 Aug 2025

What the role is

As Assistant Chief Security Officer, you will assist to manage security-related issues pertaining to MFA’s overseas missions.

What you will be working on

• Conduct Security Audits as well as provide risk and threat assessments • Compile and track progress of audit reports • Propose budget on security-related expenditure including overseas trips • Assist with procurement / tenders of security-related goods/equipment/services • Collate and update information on security standards and keep abreast of any technical development in the realm of security and be able to evaluate such technology when required • Carry out investigations on security lapses • Design and propose appropriate security upgrades to our overseas properties • Provide security advisory to deal with specific situations to ensure personnel safety and protection of property

What we are looking for

• Singapore Citizen • PLRD certification preferred • Certification as Associate Protection Professional (APP) and Physical Security Professional (PSP) and affiliation as a member of the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) preferred • Relevant experience in the area of physical security and security systems • Experience in procurement of services is preferred • Strong administrative and writing skills preferred • At least 5 years of experience working in a physical security or physical security-related agency You will be working in a fast-paced and highly volatile environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time. Find Out More/Contact Us Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you wish to find out more or hear from our officers, please visit our website at www.mfa.gov.sg/career. If you have any queries, please contact us at mfa_career@mfa.gov.sg. If you have difficulty submitting your application on Career@Gov, please email your application and resume to Sherleena_Quah@mfa.gov.sg and Chow_Pei_Shang@mfa.gov.sg.

About Ministry of Foreign Affairs

At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), safeguarding and advancing the interests of Singapore and Singaporeans through effective diplomacy is at the heart of what we do. MFA has global operations in 50 Overseas Missions worldwide. We pride our success on the efforts of our people, and in every portfolio, everyone has a role to play. Individuals with a keen interest in the public sector will find opportunities to pursue a fulfilling career in MFA.

About your application process

This job is closing on 27 Aug 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 Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the wider Public Service.