Deputy Director, Advanced Cybersecurity

[What the role is]

[What you will be working on]

• Lead a team of technical professionals to shape policies, programmes and security and resilience outcomes for the info-comm and media sector
• Apply advanced technical/cybersecurity expertise:
  • to problem solve
  • proactively identify and remediate risks
  • develop regulations, standards and frameworks for critical digital infrastructure
  • drive innovation in threat detection and response
• Conduct operations:
  • RA, VA, PT, TH in collaboration with operators, partners and stakeholders;
  • Coordinate with threat intelligence teams to enhance detection and response
  • Support incident response efforts, as necessary
• Develop capabilities:
  • of IMDA officers and partners in cybersecurity for digital infrastructure,
  • focusing on telco/5G, cloud for a start
  • Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders in the cybersecurity ecosystem, including government agencies, industry partners, and international organizations

[What we are looking for]

• Background in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, or related fields
  • Minimum 12-15 years of experience in cybersecurity, with significant exposure to emerging technologies
  • Expert-level experience in threat hunting, threat intelligence, and incident response in domains such as security and 5G security
  • Certification in advanced threat hunting, incident response, or digital forensics (e.g., SANS GDAT, GCFA, or equivalent) preferred
• Proven track record in developing and implementing threat detection strategies and cybersecurity policies and frameworks
• Leadership
  • at least 5 years of supervisory experience
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Position will be commensurate with experience.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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