Lead/Engineer, Security Development, xCDI

Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX)

Permanent/Contract

Closing on 12 Sep 2025

What the role is

The Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX) is a statutory board under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) which aims to pioneer innovation solutions and develop world class science and technology capabilities to transform and empower the Home Team in delivering safety and security for Singapore.
Lead Engineer/Engineer Security Development (SD) is responsible to assist Deputy Director SD in the planning and delivery of Enterprise Group projects, specifically in the technology area of Enterprise cybersecurity systems and solutions. Lead Engineer/Engineer is also required to work and support across different units within HTX and MHA.

What you will be working on

The jobholder will be responsible for the following:

• Delivery and implementation of enterprise cybersecurity initiatives.

• Carry out design and evaluation of cybersecurity solutions.

• Manage and ensure timely delivery of enterprise projects, including cybersecurity systems and solutions.

• Implement projects based on approved project plans that meet all identified operational needs, budget, schedule and quality.

• Maintain full oversight of the projects' status and resolve technical and non-technical issues in a timely manner.

• Perform risk assessment, mitigation and management.

• Lead discussions and collaborate with relevant parties including external agencies, industry partners, Home Team Departments (HTDs) and other HTX teams to ensure successful delivery of projects and capabilities.

• Provide cybersecurity support to other initiatives and projects.

• Perform any other duties as assigned by HTX management.

What we are looking for

• Degree in Computer Science/Information Technology/Engineering or relevant disciplines.

• 0-2 years of relevant working experience in cybersecurity.

• Strong interest in technologies and innovation, particularly in cybersecurity.

• Preferably relevant professional certification in CISSP or equivalent certification would be an advantage.

• Possess planning, organising, problem-solving and project management skills. Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent certification would be an advantage.

• Ability to work independently and as a team without close supervision.

• Good interpersonal, writing and communications skills for stakeholders' engagement.
All new hires are appointed on a two-year contract in the first instance and will be assessed and considered for permanent tenure over time, based on performance.
As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.
All applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks upon closing of the advertisement.

About Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX)

HTX is the world's first Science and Technology agency that integrates a diverse range of scientific and engineering capabilities to innovate and deliver transformative and operationally-ready solutions for homeland security. As a statutory board of the Ministry of Home Affairs and integral to the Home Team, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower Singapore's frontline of security. Our shared mission is to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team's advantage and secure Singapore as the safest place on planet earth.

About your application process

This job is closing on 12 Sep 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 for other roles within Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX) or the wider Public Service.