#This role are for Singaporeans and Singaporean PRS only#

#This role is for those who have Security clearance in the past#

Sekuro is a trusted provider of Governance Risk & Compliance (GRC). We are currently recruiting an experienced and motivated Leader to guide and inspire our GRC team. The role involves working with mid-market to enterprise level clients, as well as with various levels of Government. The successful candidate will have a lot of latitude to make decisions and drive improvements with the support of the Senior Leadership Team. The role involves an interesting mix of:

• Leading a team to ensure Sekuro’s objectives are achieved, in a positive work environment,

• Capitalising on your subject matter expertise to enable your peers, subordinates and Sekuro’s customers succeed,

• Supporting the GRC team, and wider Sekuro team, deliver industry leading advisory and consulting services to customers around the world,

• Exceeding customers expectations through a collaborative, quality focused mindset.

About the role

The role is suited for professionals with experience in leading people within a security consulting or advisory environment (ideally an existing GRC practice) and a passion for all things cyber security.

We are seeking individuals that have experience in managing projects and people. In addition to offering great career growth opportunities, the position offers benefits such as training and certification opportunities, hybrid working arrangements, a good working culture, and the opportunity to become a well-rounded manager whilst working with a team of like-minded, friendly professionals.

Whilst the life of a consultant is varied and we’d never set these in stone, the composition of the role should be expected to be:

• 10% Direct delivery of work.
• 20% Engagement Management (Inc. Quality Assurance).
• 35% Mentoring peers and junior team members.
• 35% Sales support and leading internal improvement activities.

The responsibilities include:

• Team Leadership: Provide strong leadership and guidance to an assigned team, promote a positive work environment and a culture of high performance. Track goals for success and provide regular feedback. Support the professional development of team members. Encourage collaboration and cross-functional cooperation to achieve business objectives.

• Operational Oversight: Oversee the day-to-day aspects of the line of business operations, supporting senior leadership sales, marketing, scheduling, delivery, and customer escalations and service. Ensure processes are followed to meet customer expectations, optimise resource allocation, and maintain high-quality standards.

• Subject matter expert: Maintain a high level of expert understanding and knowledge in the agreed area(s) of specialisation. Complete independent and supported study to enable you to be seen as a domain leader within the broader industry. Utilise your understanding to support the delivery of existing opportunities and enable the growth of your line of business.

• Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, partners, suppliers, and industry influencers. Act as the primary point of contact for client engagements (as assigned).

• Sales Support: Provide on-going sales support to scope engagements, guide proposal development – be accountable for the technical accuracy of proposal content, assist marketing and leading internal improvement activities.

• Strategic Planning: Co-own part of the comprehensive strategic plan for the line of business, assisting senior leadership to achieve the overall company objectives. Understand market trends, competitor activities, and customer demands to recommend opportunities for growth and differentiation. Recommend strategies to enhance market share and drive sustainable business growth.

A suitable candidate would have some or most of the following attributes:

• Information / Cyber Security Consultant: 8-10 years of demonstrable experience as an information and cyber security.

• Leadership: Ability to lead and inspire a team of 10+ people, providing clear direction and guidance while fostering a positive and motivating work environment.

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey information, provide feedback, and address any issues or concerns within the team.

• Team Building: Proficiency in building and developing high-performing teams, promoting collaboration, trust, and accountability among team members.

• Coaching and Mentoring: Skill in providing coaching and mentorship to team members, supporting their professional growth and helping them achieve their potential.

• Performance Management: Experience in setting performance expectations, conducting performance reviews, and implementing performance improvement plans when necessary.

• Conflict Resolution: Ability to effectively manage and resolve conflicts within the team, promoting open dialogue, and finding mutually beneficial solutions.

• Decision-making: Strong decision-making skills, considering various perspectives and balancing the needs of individuals and the team to make informed and effective decisions.

• Problem-solving: Proficiency in identifying and resolving complex problems that may arise within the team or the organisation, using analytical and critical thinking.

• Emotional Intelligence: A high level of emotional intelligence to understand and manage emotions, build relationships, and navigate challenging situations with empathy and composure.

• Time Management: Strong organisational and time management skills to prioritise tasks, meet deadlines, and ensure efficient utilisation of resources.

• Change Management: Experience in managing and guiding teams through organisational changes, adapting to new processes or systems, and helping individuals cope with change.

• Diversity and Inclusion: Understanding and appreciation for diversity, creating an inclusive work environment, and promoting equality and fairness within the team.

• Collaboration: Ability to collaborate and work effectively with other teams, departments, and stakeholders to achieve shared goals and objectives.

• Knowledge of Employment Laws: Familiarity with relevant employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance in areas such as hiring, termination, and employee rights.

• Strategic Thinking: Capacity to think strategically, align team goals with organisational objectives, and contribute to the development and execution of the department's strategic plans.

Additionally, candidates with competency in the following are highly desirable:

• Strong knowledge of industry frameworks and standards and tools.
• Industry or vendor certifications: Formal certification or training in related technologies.
• Consultant or Advisor experience: Worked in a consulting or advisory services organisation.
• Awareness of the breadth in security, and project management, around frameworks/methodologies/certifications such as PMP, NIST CSF, CISM, CISSP.
• Has held Security Clearance in the past.