Head of Cybersecurity

Job Title: Head of Cybersecurity

Job Summary:

The Head of Cybersecurity oversees the company's cybersecurity strategy and operations. This role involves managing a team of cybersecurity professionals, developing and implementing security policies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with a strong background in cybersecurity, able to anticipate and mitigate potential threats and lead initiatives to protect our digital infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Leadership and Team Management:

• Lead and manage the cybersecurity team, providing direction, mentorship, and professional development.
• Foster a culture of cybersecurity awareness and best practices across the organization.
• Coordinate with other departments to ensure seamless integration of security measures.

2. Strategic Planning:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies to address identified vulnerabilities.
• Stay informed about the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies to proactively protect the organization.

3. Policy and Compliance:

• Establish and enforce cybersecurity policies, procedures, and standards.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, NIST).
• Oversee security audits and assessments to identify and remediate gaps in the security posture.

4. Incident Response and Management:

• Lead incident response efforts, including detection, analysis, containment, and recovery from cybersecurity incidents.
• Develop and maintain incident response plans and conduct regular simulations and training exercises.
• Collaborate with external stakeholders (e.g., law enforcement, vendors) during incident investigations.

5. Security Architecture and Operations:

• Oversee the design, implementation, and management of security infrastructure (e.g., firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption).
• Ensure the secure configuration and maintenance of IT systems, applications, and networks.
• Monitor security operations and respond to security events in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.

· Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

· Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, CEH, or CISA.

· Proven experience in developing and implementing cybersecurity strategies and policies.

· Strong understanding of current cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.

· Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work independently and make informed decisions under pressure.

Preferred Skills:

· Experience in a regulated industry (e.g., finance, telecommunication).

· Knowledge of cloud security and experience with cloud service providers (e.g., GCP, AWS, Azure).

· Proficiency in security tools and technologies (e.g., SIEM, endpoint protection, vulnerability management).

To apply: submit resume directly to [email protected]

Foong Siew Hoon (CEI Registration No: R1108953)

Giant Recruitment Pte Ltd (EA Licence 22C0921)