Job Description

What the role is:The Engineer/Lead Engineer (Corrections Ops, Security Systems) will assist the Head (Corrections Ops, Security Systems) to ensure the continual operations of effective and sustainable security control systems and other operations and technology (Ops-Tech) solutions for Singapore Prison Service (SPS). This role involves project management, technology refresh and implementation of physical security control systems, such as physical access control, monitoring and communication systems, vehicle scanners and radio communications in the detention and custodial space. The Engineer/Lead Engineer (Corrections Op Systems) will also contribute to the strategic and long-term technology plans to ensure these systems are well-maintained and aligned with the HTD's transformation and sustainability directions. In addition, Engineer/Lead Engineer (Corrections Ops, Security Systems) assists Head (Corrections Ops, Security Systems) to establish governance frameworks, internal processes, and to proactively prepare for the changing security threat landscape by implementing requirements from IM8 policy and other WOG/MHA directives.What you will be working on:The jobholder is responsible for the following: xe2x80xa2 Scope the operations requirements to be developed into business case and specifications, evaluate and recommend Ops-Tech solutions that best address the business needs. xe2x80xa2 Perform procurement of services, conduct evaluation, either independently or with his supervisor, on system proposals submitted by vendors participating in the Tender/Quotation processes called through the government tendering or quotation procedures. xe2x80xa2 Oversee the operations of security control systems and other Ops-Tech systems including ICT systems and services that support these security control systems to ensure that the service-level are maintained. xe2x80xa2 Work with developers to understand and troubleshoot technical problems, and conduct investigation/ analysis of system behaviours, degradations, faults and mishaps in order to identify, evaluate and resolve the system issues. xe2x80xa2 Work closely with other team members in working out detailed technological solutions to meet the operations requirements, taking into account the security and integration features of the proposed enhancements or project proposals. xe2x80xa2 Project manage and ensure the successful implementation of projects and/or enhancements and achieving a high standard of quality control of systems.What we are looking for:The jobholder should have: xe2x80xa2 Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Systems, Information/Infocomm Technology, Computer or Electronics Engineering or related discipline. xe2x80xa2 Minimum 3 years of relevant software development, business analysis or project management working experience. xe2x80xa2 Proven experience in project management and implementation of physical security systems (physical access control, monitoring and communication systems), ICT systems or other Ops-Tech systems. xe2x80xa2 Strong analytical, conceptualisation and problem-solving skills. xe2x80xa2 Good communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to present ideas and influence stakeholders. The position is based in Changi. 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. #L1-FL1About 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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