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Singapore Public Service

IT Security Specialist (Governance)

LocationHDB HUB
Typefull-time
SeniorityMid
Experience2+ yrs
Company size10,000+ people
PostedAug 19, 2026 · 1mo ago
Verified live11h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have3
Strong background and interest in ICT Security, Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering (Computing/Telecommunication), Cybersecurity and/or Digital Forensic or equivalent
Strong knowledge and experience in information and cybersecurity risks, controls, vulnerability assessment/penetration testing, compliance, and industry IT/cyber security best-practices
At least 2 years of direct and relevant full-time ICT security work experience
Nice to have7
Domain knowledge on access control; telecommunications and network security; cloud security; Cybersecurity & information security governance and risk management; software development security; cryptography; security architecture and design; operations security; security incident response and management; business continuity and disaster recovery planning; legal regulations, investigations, and compliance; physical (environmental) security
Knowledge in IT security principles and IT controls as well as industry best practices and frameworks pertaining to IT Controls (IM8, COBIT, ISO27001/2 etc)
Good understanding of the current IT/Cyber Security landscape
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and have good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with good attention to detail
Conduct research on ICT and cybersecurity technologies where necessary to perform the assigned tasks
Good command of written and oral English
Skills
Python
React
AWS
PostgreSQL
[What the role is]
About the company
The mission of Housing & Development Board (HDB) is to provide affordable, quality housing and a great living environment where communities thrive. To achieve its mission, HDB aims to be data-driven to the core and adopt evidence-based decision making in developing better housing policies service, improving service delivery and optimising operations.
[What you will be working on]
You will play a pivotal role in strengthening the organisation’s cybersecurity posture by designing, operationalising, and governing a robust ICT governance framework across enterprise IT systems and programmes. This encompasses establishing clear policies, standards, and controls that ensure the secure, resilient, and compliant management of the organisation’s technology landscape — enabling informed decision-making, accountability, and continuous improvement in an evolving threat environment.
What you will be working on:
You will be responsible for some of the following areas:
· ICT Security Governance:
Develop and implement enterprise-wide ICT security programmes as follows:
i. Establish the cybersecurity governance structure for HDB to ensure that the security posture is robust, resilient, and pragmatic.
ii. Enhance and update the IT security policy, standards, procedures so that it stays relevant against the evolving cyber security landscape.
iii. Manage the compliance with Whole-of-Government (WOG) ICT/SS Security Policies, Initiatives, Measures and applicable Government Instruction Manual to further strengthen HDB ICT security posture.
iv. Establish the governance and administer the Third-Party Management Policy and Procedure.
· Cybersecurity Awareness Outreach
Manage and implement the Cybersecurity Awareness Framework to promote IT security awareness and outreach programme as follows:
i. Raise HDB management and staff’s security awareness on the importance of ICT Security to ensure HDB’s information assets are protected.
ii. Create good staff cyber security hygiene through regular ICT Security outreach programme such as the annual ICT Security Awareness Talk, security advisories, conducting Phishing exercises and road shows.
iii. Identify various channels for the conduct of the security program such as cyber range exercises, technical certification, gamification.
· Identity & Access Management
To establish procedures and standards for the Identity and Access management in HDB as follows:
i. To administer and manage the user accounts and privileged access to safeguard the confidentiality of ICT assets and systems in HDB.
ii. To setup, maintain and manage the access controls to HDB’s applications.
iii. To manage the lifecycle of HDB’s Digital Certificate.
· Quality Audit and Security Reviews
i. To serve as an independent party to ensure the conduct of quality auditing and report to Management on audits observations and recommendations.
ii. To conduct regular security reviews and compliance checks on HDB’s applications and infrastructure to maintain HDB ICT security posture.
You are also to keep pace of the latest industry ICT security practices and technologies as well as emerging threats and vulnerabilities to recommend appropriate controls to improve HDB ICT security posture.
[What we are looking for]
You will be a Great Fit if you:
· Possess a strong background and interest in ICT Security, Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering (Computing/Telecommunication), Cybersecurity and/or Digital Forensic or equivalent.
· Have strong knowledge and experience in information and cybersecurity risks, controls, vulnerability assessment/penetration testing, compliance, and industry IT/cyber security best-practices.
· Have at least 2 years of direct and relevant full-time ICT security work experience.
· Preferably possess one or more appropriate IT security certifications, such as CISSP, CRISC, CISM, CISA, CEH, etc.
Added advantage for candidates with knowledge in any of the following:
Nice to have
· Domain knowledge on access control; telecommunications and network security; cloud security; Cybersecurity & information security governance and risk management; software development security; cryptography; security architecture and design; operations security; security incident response and management; business continuity and disaster recovery planning; legal regulations, investigations, and compliance; physical (environmental) security.
· Knowledge in IT security principles and IT controls as well as industry best practices and frameworks pertaining to IT Controls (IM8, COBIT, ISO27001/2 etc).
· Good understanding of the current IT/Cyber Security landscape.
Good to Have:
· Good interpersonal and communication skills.
· Demonstrate a strong sense of urgency and have good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with good attention to detail.
· Conduct research on ICT and cybersecurity technologies where necessary to perform the assigned tasks.
· Good command of written and oral English.
Find out more about a career with HDB at www.hdb.gov.sg/cs/infoweb/about-us/careers
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