IT Security Officer

IT Security Officer (ITSO) - (Public Sector)At Xtremax, this role supports government partner agencies in strengthening the resilience of government IT infrastructure. As an IT Security Officer (ITSO), you will be responsible for safeguarding mission-critical systems, managing security risks, and ensuring compliance with industry standards and policies. This role involves proactive monitoring, incident management, governance, and collaboration with multiple stakeholders to protect government digital assets against evolving cyber threats. Candidates with public sector experience are preferred, as this role supports IT projects for government agencies. Responsibilities Security Policy & Governance: Develop and maintain IT security policies and action plans, reviewing them regularly to meet compliance requirements Security Policy & Governance: Evaluate and recommend IT security products and solutions for adoption within the Customer\'s IT infrastructure Security Policy & Governance: Implement and manage risk assessment methodologies to ensure adherence to service management standards Security Policy & Governance: Develop and enforce security management frameworks and governance structures Security Policy & Governance: Perform additional activities necessary to secure the Customer\'s IT infrastructure Incident & Threat Management: Establish and manage IT Security Incident Management processes, including detection, response, and handling of incidents Incident & Threat Management: Collaborate with external partners and suppliers for effective resolution of security incidents Incident & Threat Management: Participate in industry-wide IT security incident simulations and technical assessment exercises Incident & Threat Management: Conduct forensic investigations, including secure disk imaging and analysis, when required Incident & Threat Management: Monitor, analyse, and report on emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and recommended mitigations Stakeholder Engagement: Conduct regular meetings with key stakeholders to highlight security issues and recommend improvements Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with external suppliers, security organisations, and government stakeholders on IT security matters Reporting & Compliance: Review and follow up on security reports generated from centralised tools, providing timely updates to the Customer Reporting & Compliance: Manage IT asset inventory to ensure all servers, networks, and databases are onboarded and compliant with central security tools Requirements Must Have Bachelor\'s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related field 2-5 years of relevant experience Proven experience in IT security, with strong focus on infrastructure security In-depth understanding of information security principles, best practices, and regulatory requirements Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies Familiarity with forensic investigation techniques and tools Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team setting Experience liaising with external partners and suppliers on security matters Good to Have Experience with Singapore Government Project will be advantageous Certificate Preferred Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Contract Job function Other Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Get notified about new Information Technology Developer jobs in Singapore, Singapore. #J-18808-Ljbffr