Cybersecurity Plans (Deputy Director)
GovTech
| Company | GovTech |
| Category | Security |
| Location | Singapore |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Director |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| Posted | 15 Jun 2026 |
| Last verified | 8 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (greenhouse) |
Description
Job Description Summary
The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) aims to transform the delivery of Government digital services by taking an "outside-in" view, putting citizens and businesses at the heart of everything we do. We also develop the Smart Nation infrastructure and applications and facilitate collaboration with citizens and business to co-develop technologies.
Join us as we support Singapore’s vision of building a Smart Nation – a nation of possibilities empowered through info-communications technology and related engineering. The Cybersecurity Group (CSG) is the cybersecurity arm of GovTech that is committed to creating a trusted digital Government for Singapore. You will be joining the Plans, Policy & Strategy (PPSD) team which oversees cybersecurity strategies, policy and resource- planning.
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As a leader in the Cybersecurity Group, you will lead a dynamic team of high-performing professionals to shape and drive Whole-of-Government (WoG) cybersecurity strategies, plans and initiatives. You will be responsible not only for delivering strategic outcomes, but also for building team capability, developing talent and fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and collaboration.
Strategic Planning and Execution
Lead the development, execution and continuous refinement of WoG cybersecurity plans, ensuring they remain effective in addressing evolving cyber threats, emerging technologies and changing business needs.
Identify strategic gaps, develop actionable insights and provide recommendations to strengthen the protection of Government ICT assets and improve cybersecurity outcomes across WoG.
Drive the formulation of innovative and practical solutions to address complex cybersecurity challenges spanning policy, technology, operations and governance domains.
Lead strategic resource planning and funding efforts, including the development of business cases and proposals to secure investments required to strengthen and scale WoG cybersecurity capabilities.
Develop, assess and review cybersecurity plans, policies and governance frameworks in close collaboration with stakeholders, identifying opportunities to improve effectiveness, efficiency and consistency across Government.
Oversee the implementation of strategic initiatives and transformation programmes, ensuring successful delivery of intended outcomes, milestones and organisational objectives.
Performance Monitoring and Organisational Outcomes
Establish and oversee performance measurement frameworks, key performance indicators and reporting mechanisms to track progress, evaluate effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
Monitor and assess the impact of cybersecurity initiatives, providing strategic advice and recommendations to senior leadership on emerging risks, opportunities and priorities.
Conduct research and horizon-scanning across cybersecurity, technology, policy and related domains to inform the development of forward-looking frameworks, roadmaps and strategies.
Leadership, Team Development and People Management
Lead and develop a high-performing team, providing strategic direction, mentorship and growth opportunities while fostering a culture of excellence, innovation and continuous learning.
Build organisational capability and future leadership pipelines through talent development, succession planning and the effective deployment of officers across strategic priorities.
Drive team performance and delivery of organisational outcomes through effective resource management, prioritisation and stakeholder engagement.
Stakeholder Engagement and Executive Support
Build strong relationships and influence stakeholders across Government, industry and international partners to advance strategic priorities and drive coordinated action.
Support senior leadership through the preparatio