Manager - Data Security - IT

Manager - Data Security

If you are hiring a Cyber-security Manager in Singapore, the job description can feature:

- Managing, deploying and maintaining security infrastructure

- Implementing security systems, such as firewalls, data protection controls and encryption

- Conducting vulnerability tests and identifying and addressing any weaknesses

- Monitoring information systems and responding to any cyber-security incidents

- Automating security controls, data and processes

- Developing policy around third-party risk with vendors and suppliers

- Identifying and managing data privacy risks and compliance requirements

- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge on cyber-security technologies and standards

- Possibly training employees to understand and follow security measures

What skills and qualifications should a Cyber-security Manager have?

Tertiary qualifications are often expected for the Cyber-security Manager role in Singapore, including a degree in:

- Computer Science

- Information Systems

- Engineering or equivalent

- Specialist security certifications such as GSEC (GIAC Security Essentials), CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) or AWS (Amazon Web Services) may also be required for Singaporean Cyber-security Managers.

- There are several qualities that candidates for a Cyber-security Manager role should be expected to display:

- Maintain relevant industry, information technology, and process knowledge expertise

- Present cyber-related presentations to internal and external audiences

- Ability to maintain confidentiality

- Ability to lead a team

- Exceptional planning and organisational skills, and excellent written and oral communication

- Adept at building internal and external relationships with a focus on customer service