Job Description

What the role is:
HTX is the world's first Science and Technology agency that integrates a diverse range of scientific and engineering capabilities to innovate and deliver transformative and operationally-ready solutions for homeland security. As a statutory board of the Ministry of Home Affairs and integral to the Home Team, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower Singapore's frontline of security. Our shared mission is to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team's advantage and secure Singapore as the safest place on planet earth. Lead/ Engineer assists the Deputy Director/Head to oversee the implementation and sustainment of enterprise ICT/IoT systems with alignment to IM8 requirements & other WOG/MHA's directives to enhance the operational readiness of our Home Team Departments (HTDs) assets which comprise Marine, Vehicle, Specialised Systems and Weapon Systems & Ammunition.
What you will be working on:
The job holder is responsible for the following: o Oversee the planning, implementation, and sustainment of the MHQ's ICT System, working closely with various stakeholders, including Home Team Departments (HTDs) project managers and IT solution providers/vendors. o Consolidate requirements, obtain approval for project requirements, and ensure timely project delivery within the committed schedule and budget, ensuring project issues are timely resolved or escalated to management for attention. o Identify potential project risks early and assess its implications to the organisation and project, and to recommend mitigating measures to manage the risks and minimise project delay. o Provide regular updates to WOG/MHA/HTX management on project progress and manage project risks effectively. o Ensure successful integration and testing of all hardware and software components so the system is delivered according to user requirements. o Prepare technical documents such as technical specifications (for tenders), system design documents, technical interface agreements, various test plans (factory acceptance, on site acceptance, etc.) and test reports, if required. o Manage and ensure the operational efficiency of the ICT Systems, including vendor compliance, hardware/software updates, and budget management, while also addressing cybersecurity audit findings and enforcing government-mandated ICT security measures. o Responsible for monitoring and reporting (monthly meetings, written reports, ad-hoc reporting, etc.) of the system during maintenance phase. o Problem/issue management and Change management o Ensure systems compliance with GovTech and MHA Security Policies and audit requirements.
What we are looking for:

• Tertiary qualification in Engineering/ Computer Science/ Information Technology or relevant disciplines o Preferably 3-5 years of relevant working experience. o Participated in delivering system and software product with past development experience. o Strong interest in project management, technologies and innovation o Good analytical, interpersonal, collaboration, communications, and facilitation skills. o Experience in project management in the following areas (Cloud Computing, Agile Methodologies, Data Analytics, Service Design/Design Thinking, low-code development platforms) will be an advantage. o Certification in Project Management and Enterprise Architecture will be an advantage. o Familiar with the Home Team environment would be an advantage. All new hires are appointed on a two-year contract in the first instance and will be assessed and considered for permanent tenure over time, based on performance. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. All applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks upon closing of the advertisement. #LI-JO1

About Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX):
HTX is the world's first Science and Technology agency that integrates a diverse range of scientific and engineering capabilities to innovate and deliver transformative and operationally-ready solutions for homeland security. As a statutory board of the Ministry of Home Affairs and integral to the Home Team, HTX works at the forefront of science and technology to empower Singapore's frontline of security. Our shared mission is to amplify, augment and accelerate the Home Team's advantage and secure Singapore as the safest place on planet earth.

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