Cybersecurity Workforce Development

Singaporevia GovTech CareersPosted Oct 21, 2026
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Cybersecurity

About this role

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.

Job Scope

  • Cybersecurity Capability Development & Programme Management
  • Develop, implement and continuously improve cybersecurity programmes and initiatives to strengthen cybersecurity awareness, behaviours and capabilities across Whole-of-Government.
  • Design and manage cybersecurity training systems, learning pathways, workshops and capability development programmes for different cybersecurity and ICT practitioner communities.
  • Develop programme roadmaps, implementation plans and performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of cybersecurity capability-building efforts.
  • Conduct research and assessment of emerging cybersecurity education, awareness and training approaches, and recommend innovative ways to enhance workforce capabilities.
  • Monitor programme outcomes and identify opportunities to improve participation, effectiveness and impact.

Simulated Phishing and Cyber Resilience Programmes

  • Plan, coordinate and execute simulated phishing campaigns and other cybersecurity behavioural change initiatives across government agencies.
  • Analyse phishing campaign outcomes and behavioural trends to identify areas of improvement and strengthen cyber resilience.
  • Develop reports, dashboards and recommendations to support senior management decision-making and programme improvements.
  • Work closely with agencies and stakeholders to support the implementation of remediation actions arising from programme findings.

Vulnerability Discovery and Bug Bounty Programmes

  • Support the planning, execution and continual enhancement of government vulnerability discovery initiatives, including bug bounty programmes and other crowdsourced security testing activities.
  • Engage agencies, security researchers and industry partners to drive programme participation and successful outcomes.
  • Analyse vulnerabilities and programme findings to identify recurring security weaknesses and recommend improvements to cybersecurity practices and controls.
  • Develop programme performance metrics and reporting for senior leadership and stakeholders.

Community Engagement & Cyber Hygiene Campaigns

  • Plan and organise cybersecurity community engagement events, industry engagements, conferences, workshops, roadshows and learning sessions.
  • Develop and execute cyber hygiene campaigns to promote good cybersecurity practices and strengthen awareness across government agencies.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with government agencies, industry stakeholders, academia and the cybersecurity community to support the cybersecurity ecosystem.
  • Support the development of communication materials, briefing papers, presentations, publicity materials and outreach initiatives.

Requirements

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  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Infocomm Security, Computer Science, Computer/Electronics Engineering or Information Technology preferred.
  • CISSP and/or CISA certifications would be an advantage.
  • Experience in designing, managing or delivering cybersecurity programmes, training initiatives, exercises, awareness campaigns or large-scale events would be an advantage.
  • At least 5-6 years of relevant public service working experience in cybersecurity operations, programme management, capability development, training, stakeholder engagement, awareness campaigns or related fields.
  • Command of the English language is a must.
  • Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate programme outcomes and data into actionable recommendations.
  • Ability to engage and collaborate effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders including senior management, agencies, industry partners and cybersecurity practitioners.
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
  • Singapore Citizen only.

Before you apply

  • 1Which parts of your CV prove experience with Cybersecurity?
  • 2Which recent work examples would make your application stronger for this role?
  • 3What details from the original source listing should you confirm before applying?

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