VP, Cyber Security Program Manager, COO Office

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

Chief Operating Officer (COO) Office
The COO Office supports our COO to streamline operations and align them with strategic goals. You will work with the COO, Heads of Departments, and stakeholders across GIC to achieve operational excellence.
 

Cyber Security & Resilience

You will be a part of an independent risk management function to protect the firm’s information technology assets, including business data, from external threats and operational risks, and to facilitate the firm’s digitalisation journey in a secure manner.

What impact can you make in this role?

You'll play a critical role in this organization by leading the cyber security program management function and collaborating with senior stakeholders across multiple departments and functions. This role is responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and governance of key cyber security initiatives to ensure alignment with business goals and regulatory requirements.
 

What will you do as an VP Cyber Security Program Manager?
 

Project Management:

• Manage and deliver the cybersecurity project tracks from inception to completion, ensuring high quality and timely delivery within scope and budget.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, product managers, and business stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with development teams to ensure timely and efficient product development, leveraging agile methodologies.
• Track progress against milestones and deadlines, ensuring that the product is delivered on time and within scope.
• Identify and mitigate project delivery risks that could impact the product's success.
• Provide regular project status tracking and reporting, communications to internal tech and business stakeholders. Leverage JIRA boards for proactive project status monitoring and automated reporting. Manage daily stand-ups and sprint review meetings as well.
• Responsible for managing vendor teams supporting the implementation of cybersecurity project tracks.
• Identify, assess, and manage risks associated with cyber security programs.
• Develop mitigation strategies and ensure timely resolution of issues.
• Implement best practices and continuous improvement processes within CSR.
• Conduct post-project evaluations and apply lessons learned to future initiatives.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in cyber security program management.

Stakeholder Management:

• Work closely with product managers, business users, vendor teams, and change management team to ensure smooth rollout and adoption of the cybersecurity platform and its services.
• Lead delivery resources to ensure they meet project requirements, align with business needs, and the product is released on time and with good quality.
• Communicate product plans, progress, and updates to stakeholders, including product managers, business users, vendor teams, and change management team.

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role? 

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Security, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in cybersecurity or information technology, with at least 5 years in a program/project management leadership role and a strong track record of successful project delivery.
• Proven experience in managing large-scale cybersecurity or information technology programs and projects.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks, standards, and regulations (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR).
• Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), or other relevant certifications preferred.
• Financial skill and knowledge in terms of understanding budgets and reporting.
• Knowledge of change management is preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Work at the Point of Impact
We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence, which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.
 
GIC is a Great Place to Work
At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection.  At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves.  Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration, but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.    
 
GIC is an equal opportunity employer 
As an employer, we passionately believe every individual brings with them unique diversity of thought and perspectives to meaningfully enrich perspectives of GIC teams to drive competitive performance. An inclusive environment yields exceptional contribution.

 Learn More about out COO Office here:
https://gic.careers/departments/chief-operating-officer-office/