
Head of Cyber Security
Grab · Singapore, Singapore
- On site
- Full-time
- $250,000 / year
- Singapore, Singapore
Job highlights
- Lead global cybersecurity strategy and execution.
- Manage diverse security teams and programs.
- Oversee risk, compliance, and incident response.
- Secure cloud, network, and application environments.
- Drive innovation in cybersecurity with AI/ML.
About the role
About Grab and Our Workplace
Grab is Southeast Asia's leading superapp. From getting your favourite meals delivered to helping you manage your finances and getting around town hassle-free, we've got your back with everything. In Grab, purpose gives us joy and habits build excellence, while harnessing the power of Technology and AI to deliver the mission of driving Southeast Asia forward by economically empowering everyone, with heart, hunger, honour, and humility.
Get To Know The Team
At Grab, our cybersecurity team stands to provide defence, safeguard our digital assets, and ensure the security of our global operations. We are a diverse group of experts, each with specialised skills in areas such as threat detection, incident response, and vulnerability management. Our mission is to protect our organisation against the ever-evolving landscape of cyber threats, maintaining the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of our data. We collaborate across departments, harnessing cutting-edge technologies and innovative strategies to stay ahead of emerging threats. Our team excels in a dynamic and fast-paced environment where continuous learning and professional development are encouraged.
Get To Know The Role
We are looking for a visionary Head of CyberSecurity to join our leadership team. You will set the strategic direction for cybersecurity across our global operations. You will collaborate with leadership to create comprehensive security programmes that not only protect our business from security threats and cyber-attacks, but also promote innovation and thought leadership within the industry. You will be based onsite in the Singapore's one-north office.
The Critical Tasks You Will Perform
- Strategic Leadership: Define and implement a forward-thinking cybersecurity strategy that aligns with our goals and addresses evolving threats across our global operations. Lead efforts to advance the company's expertise in cybersecurity, setting a vision that inspires innovation and excellence.
- Team Management: Lead and inspire a large team of security professionals, including Cyber Defence, Cyber Assurance, and Application Security teams, promoting continuous improvement.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as an advisor to the Executive, Board Audit, and Risk Committee, influencing decisions across departments such as Legal, Finance, Engineering, and Business Operations to ensure ecosystem security.
- Risk Management & Compliance (GRC): Develop and implement strategies to mitigate risks, ensuring compliance with regulations and industry standards such as PDPA, and PCI-DSS across regions we operate in.
- Incident Response: Oversee rapid and effective incident response efforts, maintaining disaster preparedness plans and conducting regular tests to enhance security processes.
- Cloud & Infrastructure Security: Secure cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and containerized environments, implementing Zero Trust architectures and securing APIs.
- Network & Application Security: Design secure network architectures and oversee mobile and web application security, including secure coding practices and penetration testing.
- DevSecOps & Automation: Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines, using automation tools (SIEM, SOAR) to enhance threat detection and response.
- Threat Intelligence & Cyber Defence: Manage threat modelling, digital forensics, and run blue team/red team exercises.
- Penetration Testing & Application Security: Oversee comprehensive penetration testing efforts to identify and remediate vulnerabilities, ensuring robust application security.
- Emerging Technologies & Innovation: Lead the charge in leveraging AI/ML and advanced analytics in the area of cybersecurity. Drive thought leadership in adopting cutting-edge technologies, ensuring Grab remains at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation. Implement latest technologies that promote our security capabilities.
Qualifications
What Essential Skills You Will Need:
- At least 15 years in risk management, cyber security, and technology, with 5+ years in senior leadership that demonstrate strategic vision and thought leadership.
- Proven track record of building and leading inclusive security organisations, with a focus on driving innovation and influencing industry standards.
- Expertise in cloud, network, and application security.
- Experience with risk assessment methodologies and experience implementing enterprise-wide risk management programmes, including cyber security policy, risk and control management, vendor security and employee awareness.
- Knowledge of cybersecurity regulations and standards relevant to the tech industry.
- Ability to convey complex security issues to diverse audiences.
Additional Information
Life at Grab
We care about your well-being at Grab, here are some of the global benefits we offer:
- We have your back with Term Life Insurance and comprehensive Medical Insurance.
- With GrabFlex, create a benefits package that suits your needs and aspirations.
- Celebrate moments that matter in life with loved ones through Parental and Birthday leave, and give back to your communities through Love-all-Serve-all (LASA) volunteering leave
- We have a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme to guide and uplift you and your loved ones through life's challenges.
What We Stand For At Grab
We are committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace that enables diverse Grabbers to grow and perform at their best. As an equal opportunity employer, we consider all candidates fairly and equally regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, family commitments, physical and mental impairments or disabilities, and other attributes that make them unique.
Key skills/competency
- Head of Cyber Security
- Cybersecurity Strategy
- Risk Management
- Compliance
- Incident Response
- Cloud Security
- Network Security
- Application Security
- DevSecOps
- Threat Intelligence
Skills & topics
- Head of Cyber Security
- Cyber Security Strategy
- Cyber Defence
- Cyber Assurance
- Application Security
- Risk Management
- Compliance
- Incident Response
- Cloud Security
- Network Security
- DevSecOps
- Threat Intelligence
- AI in Cybersecurity
- Leadership
- Singapore
- Technology
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight 15+ years in cybersecurity and 5+ years in senior leadership, emphasizing strategic vision and innovation.
- Showcase expertise: Detail experience in risk management, cloud, network, and application security, including GRC and incident response.
- Demonstrate leadership: Provide examples of building and leading inclusive security organizations and influencing industry standards.
- Understand Grab's mission: Align your application with Grab's purpose-driven culture and commitment to driving Southeast Asia forward.
- Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss complex security challenges and your approach to leading a global team.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Head of Cyber Security role at Grab?
- The Head of Cyber Security role at Grab is an on-site position, based in Grab's one-north office in Singapore.
- What are the key responsibilities for the Head of Cyber Security at Grab?
- Key responsibilities include defining the global cybersecurity strategy, leading security teams (Cyber Defence, Cyber Assurance, Application Security), advising executive committees on security matters, overseeing risk management and compliance, managing incident response, securing cloud and infrastructure, and driving innovation in cybersecurity using AI/ML.
- What qualifications are essential for the Head of Cyber Security position at Grab?
- Essential qualifications include at least 15 years in risk management, cybersecurity, and technology, with over 5 years in senior leadership. Proven experience in building inclusive security organizations, expertise in cloud, network, and application security, and knowledge of relevant regulations are crucial.
- How does Grab approach cybersecurity and innovation?
- Grab's cybersecurity team is dedicated to defending digital assets and global operations against evolving threats. The company emphasizes harnessing cutting-edge technologies, including AI/ML and advanced analytics, to stay at the forefront of cybersecurity innovation and drive thought leadership.
- What kind of team will the Head of Cyber Security lead at Grab?
- The Head of Cyber Security will lead and inspire a large team of security professionals, including specialized teams in Cyber Defence, Cyber Assurance, and Application Security, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.
- What are the benefits of working at Grab as the Head of Cyber Security?
- Grab offers comprehensive benefits including Term Life Insurance, Medical Insurance, GrabFlex for customizable benefits, Parental and Birthday leave, and a confidential Grabber Assistance Programme. They are committed to an inclusive and equitable workplace.
- What specific compliance standards does Grab adhere to?
- Grab ensures compliance with regulations and industry standards relevant to its operations, including PDPA and PCI-DSS, across the regions it operates in.
- What is Grab's commitment to diversity and inclusion for this role?
- Grab is committed to building an inclusive and equitable workplace. They consider all candidates fairly and equally, regardless of various personal attributes, promoting diversity and enabling all Grabbers to perform at their best.