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CISO to Associate CISO To Information Security Manager(Hands On)
Location: CBD, Singapore
Contract: 1-year (extendable)
Salary: S$8k-$10k / month
Experience: 5 years (Insurance sector preferred)
About the Role
Our client is looking for an experienced CISO / IT Security Lead to take charge of the company’s information security strategy. You will work
closely with the Chief Information & Technology Officer (CITO) and other
leaders to protect the company’s data, reduce cyber risks, and ensure IT
security aligns with business goals.
This is a senior role that combines strategy, policy-making, risk
management, and hands-on
oversight of cybersecurity operations.
Job scope
1. Security Strategy & Leadership
• Develop and roll out company-wide IT security strategies and policies.
• Advise senior management on cyber risks and security matters.
• Ensure all departments follow the company’s security standards.
2. Risk & Compliance
• Conduct risk assessments for internal systems and external vendors (Hands-on)
• Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards (e.g. MAS TRM, ISO
27001).
• Lead audits and reviews of security practices (Hands-on)
3. Operations & Performance
• Manage the IT security budget effectively.
• Track and report key performance metrics (e.g. downtime, incident response,
vendor SLAs) (Hands-on if directly reviewing raw reports/logs instead of
only relying on summaries)
• Prepare business cases for new security investments.
4. Cybersecurity & Incident
Response
• Oversee cybersecurity programs for threat detection and response.
• Lead investigations and coordinate actions during security incidents (Hands-on)
• Report on security posture and improvements (Hands-on if
gathering/analyzing data personally)
5. Technology & Innovation
• Stay updated on new security technologies and trends.
• Recommend and implement controls for new IT projects (Hands-on)
• Drive continuous improvement in security processes.
Requirements
- Degree in Computer Science, IT,
Information Security, or similar.
- Security certifications (e.g.
CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CCSP) preferred.
- 5 years hands on in IT security, including at least 5 years in a
management or CISO role.
Added advantage:
Experience in insurance industries is a plus.
Other skill Set
- Strong knowledge of cybersecurity
standards and regulations.
- Leadership skill set
Key Deliverables
- Annual security strategy and risk
report.
- Quarterly risk reviews and
dashboards for management.
- Regular updates on security
program effectiveness.
- Budget and KPI performance
reports.
Benefits
