Singtel teams with SIT to train cybersecurity talent
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Singtel has announced a new partnership with the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) to train cybersecurity talent.
The work-study program will support SIT students in the areas of Information Security and Software Engineering, which is expected to lead to career pathways such as cyber security R&D, product development, and management, cyber analysis and forensics, operations and cyber architects.
Singtel country CEO and CEO, Group Enterprise Bill Chang said the undertaking aims to address two critical skills needs locally – the short supply of trained software engineers and the growing worldwide threat posed by cyber threats.
“The economy is in great need for trained cybersecurity professionals,” he said.
Under the work-study programs, participating students are trainees of the supporting company. They get to gather meaningful work experiences through industry induction, close mentorship, attachments and capstone projects to deepen industry-relevant skills.
The students would acquire skills and experience relevant to the needs of the company while the company gains a productive contributor and an avenue to recruit, assess, groom and retain talent.
Singtel has also worked with the InfoComm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA) on the Cyber Security Associates and Technologists Program.
Questions & Answers
Q.What specific areas of study will SIT students focus on through this partnership?
What specific areas of study will SIT students focus on through this partnership?
SIT students will be supported in the areas of Information Security and Software Engineering. This training is intended to lead to various career pathways within cybersecurity, such as R&D, product development, and cyber analysis.
Q.What are the primary goals Singtel hopes to achieve with this new work-study program?
What are the primary goals Singtel hopes to achieve with this new work-study program?
Singtel aims to address the local shortage of trained software engineers and the increasing global cyber threats. The program helps them recruit, assess, groom, and retain talent while students gain relevant industry experience.
Q.How will students benefit from participating in these work-study programs?
How will students benefit from participating in these work-study programs?
Participating students will gain meaningful work experiences through industry induction, mentorship, attachments, and capstone projects. This approach helps them deepen industry-relevant skills and acquire experience needed by companies.
Q.Has Singtel engaged in similar cybersecurity talent development initiatives previously?
Has Singtel engaged in similar cybersecurity talent development initiatives previously?
Yes, Singtel has previously collaborated with the InfoComm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA). They worked together on the Cyber Security Associates and Technologists Program.
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