Job Description

What the role is:As Assistant Chief Security Officer, you will assist to manage security-related issues pertaining to MFA\'s overseas missions.What you will be working on:

• Conduct Security Audits as well as provide risk and threat assessments \xe2\x80\xa2 Compile and track progress of audit reports \xe2\x80\xa2 Propose budget on security-related expenditure including overseas trips \xe2\x80\xa2 Assist with procurement / tenders of security-related goods/equipment/services \xe2\x80\xa2 Collate and update information on security standards and keep abreast of any technical development in the realm of security and be able to evaluate such technology when required \xe2\x80\xa2 Carry out investigations on security lapses \xe2\x80\xa2 Design and propose appropriate security upgrades to our overseas properties \xe2\x80\xa2 Provide security advisory to deal with specific situations to ensure personnel safety and protection of property

What we are looking for:

• Singapore Citizen \xe2\x80\xa2 PLRD certification preferred \xe2\x80\xa2 Certification as Associate Protection Professional (APP) and Physical Security Professional (PSP) and affiliation as a member of the American Society for Industrial Security (ASIS) preferred \xe2\x80\xa2 Relevant experience in the area of physical security and security systems \xe2\x80\xa2 Experience in procurement of services is preferred \xe2\x80\xa2 Strong administrative and writing skills preferred \xe2\x80\xa2 At least 5 years of experience working in a physical security or physical security-related agency You will be working in a fast-paced and highly volatile environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time. Find Out More/Contact Us Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you wish to find out more or hear from our officers, please visit our website at www.mfa.gov.sg/career. If you have any queries, please contact us at mfa_career@mfa.gov.sg. If you have difficulty submitting your application on Career@Gov, please email your application and resume to Sherleena_Quah@mfa.gov.sg and Chow_Pei_Shang@mfa.gov.sg.

About Ministry of Foreign Affairs:At the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA), safeguarding and advancing the interests of Singapore and Singaporeans through effective diplomacy is at the heart of what we do. MFA has global operations in 50 Overseas Missions worldwide. We pride our success on the efforts of our people, and in every portfolio, everyone has a role to play. Individuals with a keen interest in the public sector will find opportunities to pursue a fulfilling career in MFA.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs