Total 3 Director/C-Level Information Technology job vacancies

Reports To: Executive Chairman

Location: Singapore / Hybrid

About the Responsible FintechInstitute

The Responsible Fintech Institute is dedicated to advancing theconvergence of traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi)through regulated, compliance-centric infrastructure. We champion the"Finternet" strategy, advocating for responsible innovation,Real-World Asset (RWA) tokenization, and the safe deployment of emergingtechnologies like Agentic AI. A core part of our mission involves bridging thegap between digital asset platforms, regulatory bodies, and law enforcement tobuild a trusted global financial ecosystem.

Role Overview

This is a unique, accelerated-growth opportunity designed for ahigh-calibre early-career professional or an exceptional fresh graduate.Operating as a strategic right-hand and operational partner to the ExecutiveChairman, you will gain a front-row seat to executive decision-making and theglobal digital economy. This role requires a highly analytical, high-agencyindividual who is as comfortable managing complex strategic projects as theyare executing the day-to-day administrative and digital operations that keepthe Institute running. You will wear many hats—from driving high-priorityinitiatives and managing technical tools to owning our public communicationsand internal administration.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Execution & Advisory

• Drive Core Initiatives: Support and track the progress of key Institute frameworks and concept papers, particularly those focusing on sovereign infrastructure architectures, compliant stablecoins, and RWA tokenization.
• Research & Executive Briefing: Conduct deep-dive research into Industry 4.0, Agentic AI, and global regulatory shifts, synthesizing complex findings into concise, actionable briefing materials for the Executive Chairman.
• Strategic Alignment: Act as an active sounding board and analytical partner, helping ensure that Institute projects align with the Finternet manifesto and compliance-first design principles.

Digital Product & ProjectManagement

• Project Coordination: Manage and support the end-to-end development cycles for proprietary digital utilities, platforms, and technical solutions designed by RFI.
• Cross-Functional Execution: Serve as the connective tissue between technical development teams, compliance experts, and external partners, ensuring clear documentation and smooth communication.
• Lifecycle Tracking: Monitor milestones, manage resource allocation, and proactively clear operational bottlenecks from the initial scoping phases through to beta testing and market launch.

Communications & EcosystemManagement

• Digital Presence & Content: Take ownership of the RFI website and social media channels. Maintain, update, and generate content that amplifies our strategic narrative, announces key initiatives, and engages our global audience of industry stakeholders.
• Ecosystem Engagement: Help manage communications and relationships with a high-level network of Executive Fellows, academic partners, international advisors, and joint venture collaborators.
• Bridge Law Enforcement & Crypto: Support the logistical and strategic coordination of dialogues, roundtables, and policy working groups connecting digital asset platforms with regulators.
• Executive Drafting: Prepare primary drafts for talking points, diplomatic correspondence, and strategic narratives for the Executive Chairman's engagements at international summits.

Operations & Administration

• Core Administration & Payroll: Manage the day-to-day administrative backbone of the Institute, including processing payroll, tracking expenses, and ensuring fundamental business operations run smoothly.
• Workflow Optimization: Streamline internal workflows by liaising with corporate service providers, PR teams, and accounting partners to ensure seamless operational compliance and efficiency.
• Event & Program Support: Assist in the operational planning and execution of global initiatives, including the Institute's flagship digital assets summits and executive training programs.
• Executive Leverage: Proactively manage the Executive Chairman’s schedule and commitments, anticipating needs and ensuring leadership focus remains on high-leverage activities.

Qualifications

• Experience: 0–3 years of professional experience. Backgrounds in management consulting, corporate strategy, technical project management, or high-growth startups are highly advantageous. Exceptional fresh graduates with strong internship pedigrees will be strongly considered.
• Education: Strong academic track record with a degree in Business, Economics, Computer Science, Engineering, Law, or a related discipline from a top-tier institution.
• Capabilities: Outstanding analytical horsepower. You possess the ability to deconstruct complex, ambiguous problems and build structured, logical solutions.
• Digital & Content Savvy: Experience with (or a strong willingness to learn) website content management systems (e.g., WordPress) and professional social media management (e.g., LinkedIn, X).
• Project & Admin Mindset: Strong organizational skills with a practical understanding of project management principles, a keen interest in digital product development, and the meticulousness required for administrative and payroll duties.
• Communication: Sharp, precise written and verbal communication skills. You can distill dense, complex information into clear, executive-ready insights.
• Mindset: High agency, adaptable, and self-directed. You are a rapid learner who thrives in a fast-paced environment and leaves their ego at the door, ready to take ownership of both high-level strategy and essential operational tasks.

The incumbent will be managing team members in SG/Cyber Technology Centre (Malaysia)/Batam Technology Centre (Indonesia) and responsible for defining and overseeing the organization’s application security architecture, ensuring alignment with target architectures and modern development practices.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING:

1. Strategic Oversight of Security Architecture

• Define, design, and implement the target application security architecture in line with organizational goals and industry/regulatory standards.
• Establish a comprehensive application security strategy, ensuring seamless integration into enterprise architecture and technology roadmaps.
• Conduct architectural reviews to identify risks and recommend mitigation strategies, focusing on secure and scalable solutions.

2. CI/CD Pipeline Security

• Lead the integration of security controls into CI/CD pipelines, ensuring automated detection and remediation of vulnerabilities.

3. Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC)

• Develop and enforce secure development guidelines, ensuring security is incorporated at every stage of the SDLC.
• Provide leadership in threat modelling, secure coding practices, and software code quality management across development teams.
• Work with application teams to prioritize security requirements, balancing business objectives with technical risks.

4. Vulnerability Management and Mitigation

• Oversee the overall strategy for SAST, DAST, to identifying and remediating vulnerabilities.
• Ensure timely resolution of identified issues, coordinating efforts across development, QA, and DevOps teams.
• Maintain and communicate detailed metrics and dashboards on the security posture of applications and pipelines.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with application teams to align security architecture with business needs and project timelines.
• Act as the primary liaison between technical teams and executive leadership, effectively conveying security risks and architectural priorities.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WITH | YOU WILL HAVE:

• Bachelor’s degree of computer science, Information Security, or a related field. A Master’s degree would be an added advantage.
• Information Systems Security professional certifications, such as CISSP, CSSLP, CEH, OSCP or CREST.
• At least 15 years of experience in cybersecurity, with a focus on application security, security architecture, and secure development practices.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing security controls within CI/CD pipelines in Agile and DevOps environments.
• Demonstrated success in defining and overseeing secure application architectures for cloud-native and hybrid environments.
• Deep understanding of secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies and best practices.
• A team-player with systematic problem-solving approach, and have sense of ownership and drive.
• Must have strong people skill to lead a team effectively and demonstrable experience of working at the most senior levels of large and complex organizations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and stakeholders management.
• Always have customer in mind when dealing with any situations/projects/deliverables.
• Interprets customer needs, assesses requirements and identifies solutions to non-standard requests.
• Able to negotiate with, influence and engage others in complex and conflicting situations across multiple parties to drive a positive outcome.
• Good communication skills and the communication network of the incumbent is expected to be internally within the enterprise (80%) and external with Vendors and Service Providers (20%).

• Exposure to latest technologies such as cloud security 
• High-impact role with autonomy to make key decision for security roadmap and strategy

About the company

Our client is one of the fastest growing company in this industry. They are looking for a leadership-caliber professional to spearhead their cybersecurity division and protect their digital infrastructure.

About the job

Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the long-term information security roadmap and governance frameworks based on international standards.

Operational Oversight: Manage the dedicated security team, focusing on real-time monitoring, threat detection, and rapid incident response.

Risk & Compliance: Lead comprehensive risk assessments and ensure all systems adhere to global data protection regulations and client-specific requirements.

Technical Validation: Coordinate regular security audits, including vulnerability scans and penetration testing, to ensure robust system defense.

Cross-Functional Integration: Partner with Engineering and IT departments to embed security protocols directly into the product development lifecycle.

Stakeholder Reporting: Act as the primary advisor to executive leadership regarding the organization’s security posture and emerging risk landscapes.

Skills and experience required

As a successful applicant, you will have at least 10 years of experience in Cyber Security. Proven track record in managing overall security team for 4 years is required for this role. Exposure to information security framework such as  ISO 27001 and NIST is required for this role. 

Experience in cloud security such as Azure or AWS will be highly preferred. 

Whats on offer
This is an excellent opportunity to grow together with one of the fastest growing company, 

To apply online please use the 'apply' function, alternatively you can reach me at https://www.linkedin.com/in/hoonteck-nologyrecruitment. (EA: 94C3609/ R1219669)