Job Description

Position: IT Security Lead (Insurance)

Well Established Singapore-Based Private Limited Company

Working Hours: Monday - Friday (8.30am - 5.30pm)

Employment Type: Permanent (Full-Time)

Salary (commensurate with experience): Up to $7,000

Insurance Coverage Provided

Location: Raffles Place

Industry: Insurance

Job Responsibilities

• Define and execute the enterprise-wide information security strategy aligned with business goals and regulations.

• Advise the CITO and senior management on cybersecurity, risk, and compliance matters.

• Establish and enforce security policies, procedures, and standards across business units.

• Lead enterprise-wide security risk assessments, including third-party/vendor risks.

• Develop and oversee risk management plans and mitigation strategies.

• Ensure compliance with frameworks and guidelines (e.g., MAS TRM, ISO 27001), including periodic audits.

• Oversee cybersecurity programs focused on threat detection, response, and recovery.

• Lead major incident response and coordinate cross-functional efforts.

• Monitor and report on key security posture metrics (e.g., detection and response time, compliance levels).

• Evaluate and implement emerging cybersecurity technologies and controls supporting strategic IT initiatives.

• Drive innovation to strengthen resilience and optimize security investments.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field.

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, CCSP, or equivalent.

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Information Security leadership, with at least 5 years in IT Security Management or CISO or equivalent role.

• Proven track record of managing cybersecurity programs, risk frameworks, and compliance in financial services or regulated industries.

• Proven experience in insurance or finance industry.

• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks, enterprise risk management, and cybersecurity standards.

• Executive presence and ability to communicate complex technical issues to stakeholders.

• Demonstrated experience in budget planning, project management, and strategic execution.

Email to: weeyee.ng@ascension-sg.com for more information.

***We do not charge our candidates any referral fee nor bind them with any contract. ***

Ng Wee Yee

Recruitment Consultant

Reg no.: R1982999

EA No: R25157837