Cybersecurity Specialist (PDPA & Compliance)

• New hire /Pioneer team
• Regional role
• Work closely with Data Protection Officer

about the company
As our first Cybersecurity Specialist (PDPA & Compliance), you will serve as the core technical expert handling everything from day-to-day security operations and threat management to regional data protection alignment.

Operating as an individual contributor reporting directly to the Head of Digital Technology Services, this role balances deep technical execution with regional collaboration. If you are resilient, thrive in dynamic environments, and love educating teams on security, this is the perfect stage for your expertise.

about the job

Hands-on Security Operations & Threat Response

• Monitor endpoint detection platforms to hunt, analyze, and contain threats.
• Partner with infrastructure teams to triage incidents and execute root-cause fixes.
• Evaluate application health and track patching timelines with system owners.

Regional Data Protection & Compliance

• Anchor compliance with Singapore's PDPA and regional privacy regulations.
• Align security protocols internationally with the Group DPO and localized Deputy DPOs.
• Manage documentation and readiness audits for the Cyber Trust Mark.

Security Training & Awareness (High Priority Focus)

• Run monthly phishing simulations to mitigate human-engineered risks.
• Deliver quarterly workshops translating complex cyber threats for non-technical staff.
• Compile monthly executive dashboards tracking key security metrics.

Vendor Risk & Assessment Projects

• Coordinate annual vulnerability assessments and penetration tests with external vendors.
• Assess third-party risk profiles by reviewing security questionnaires and technical evidence.
• Lead implementation projects for new security software and vulnerability management tools.

skills and experience required
Minimum 3 to 6 years of solid, hands-on experience in security operations, threat management, or IT auditing.

Experience collaborating across borders or working with international teams is highly advantageous.

Practical expertise with endpoint protection software (e.g., Trend Micro or equivalent XDR systems).

Direct experience using security awareness platforms and vulnerability tracking systems.

whats on offer
The permanent role for a Cybersecurity Specialist (PDPA & Compliance) offers a salary range of $ 7,000 - $ 8,000, along with additional company perks.

To apply online please use the apply function, alternatively you can reach me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/Oliviatoh-032330132/. (EA: 94C3609 / R22109942)