AVP, Cybersecurity Platform Support Engineer, Technology Group

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.

Technology Group
We experiment, design, and lead a 24×7 global business where we support core capabilities in asset management, trading, investment operations, and risk management. We deliver secure, reliable, and integrated solutions, and provide insights on new, and emerging technologies. 

Cyber Security, Information & Technology Risk Management
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 will be empowered to be at the top of your game by providing strategic partnership, and innovative technology solutions that supports GIC’s vision of being a tech-driven, global, long-term investment firm.

What will you do as a Cybersecurity Platform Support Engineer?

• Provide technical support to cybersecurity platforms managed by CSITR, maintaining a wide variety of devices and systems for host security, network security, data protection, identity and access management, cloud security, application security, and security operations
• Monitor for vulnerabilities, and analyse impact of patches and updates on cybersecurity platforms
• Assist in the supervision of the platform support L2 team
• Manage escalations and troubleshoot issues when they arise, liaising with vendors as needed 
• Generate incident and problem management reports, reviewing procedures, analyzing root cause, and proposing any necessary enhancements
• Develop integrated security operating models and documentation to ensure operational efficiency, cost effectiveness, scalability, and sustainability
• Identify and recommend process improvements in the support of existing cybersecurity platforms
• Participate in evaluations, proof-of-value/proof-of-concept, design, build and implementation of enterprise-class cybersecurity systems
• Act as a domain expert and trusted partner in CSITR, and work closely with stakeholders in Technology Group and Business Groups, on cybersecurity engineering related matters

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role? 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Engineering or equivalent
• At least 10 years of relevant experience, preferably in financial services or asset management industries, with minimum 7 years in Cyber Security or Information Security
• Hands-on experience in supporting and maintaining cybersecurity platforms, including troubleshooting techniques and use of diagnostic tools 
• Scripting and coding skills, with proficiency in Python or similar programming languages
• Good knowledge of Windows and Linux OS, networking concepts and protocols, principles of access rights and permissions
• Must be meticulous, versatile, and inquisitive, having strong attention to detail with an analytical mind and outstanding problem-solving skills
• Be a good team player and excellent communicator
• Professional qualification in information security, such as CISSP / CISM / CEH will be advantageous

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.

Flexibility at GIC
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 our Technology Group here: 
https://gic.careers/group/technology-group/