INTRODUCTION Singapore’s Cyber Operating Landscape Compared to Strategy 2016, Strategy 2021 takes a more proactive stance to address threats, broadens our scope of protection, and seeks to develop deeper partnerships with industry and other organisations to adapt to the changes in our cyber operating environment. Strategy 2021 also places greater emphasis on workforce and ecosystem development as key enablers of our cybersecurity. Build Resillient Infrastructure Strengthen the security and resilience of our digital infrastructure The Singapore Cybersecurity Strategy 2021 Enhance International Cyber Cooperation Create a cleaner and healthier digital environment Foster an open, secure, stable, accessible, peaceful, and interoperable cyberspace Regulation will continue to be a key lever. The Government will take the lead Singapore will advance the development In Strategy 2021, we will explore expanding to secure the digital infrastructure and implementation of voluntary, non- the Government’s regulatory remit under that powers our digital economy, and binding norms, which sit alongside the Cybersecurity Act to include entities support the development of a healthy international law. We will also advocate the and systems beyond CIIs. digital environment. Recognising that development and adoption of technical and cybersecurity can seem daunting to many, interoperable standards. Eventually, this However, a purely regulatory approach the Government will also seek to make it will allow us to work towards a rules-based could engender a compliance mindset, easier for everyone to secure their devices multilateral order with agreed principles for which is not desirable in a fast- and use secure applications. responsible State behaviour in cyberspace. organisations should instead adopt a Enterprises, organisations, and individuals We will also step up operational cooperation risk management mindset. Strategy must play their part too. Enterprises and with our international partners to combat 2021 will therefore also seek to nudge organisations should include cybersecurity cross-border cyber threats. Singapore will enterprises and organisations to invest in as part of their risk management also support capacity-building programmes cybersecurity to thrive in a digital world. framework and strengthen their to help raise the global and regional levels cybersecurity posture. Individuals should of cybersecurity. evolving environment. Enterprises and vigilant against cyber threats. SINGAPORE’S APPROACH OBJECTIVES Develop a Vibrant Cybersecurity Ecosystem To develop a vibrant cybersecurity ecosystem, the Government will galvanise the cybersecurity industry and academia to develop advanced capabilities, build world-class products and services, and grow our cybersecurity market. The Government will invest in cybersecurity research and innovation. We will Build a cybersecurity ecosystem underpinned by research and innovation for our security and economic needs Grow a Robust Cyber Talent Pipeline also establish entrepreneurship programmes, which stakeholders can leverage to develop Made-inSingapore solutions. The Government will work closely with our schools to educate students in cybersecurity and nurture budding cybersecurity enthusiasts. The Government will also partner the industry and Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) to develop skills and competency frameworks toward structured career paths for cybersecurity professionals. Develop and sustain a strong cybersecurity workforce to meet our security and economic needs 9 Enable a Safer Cyberspace practise good cyber hygiene and stay FOUNDATIONAL ENABLERS How are we adapting to a changing cyber landscape? SINGAPORE’S APPROACH OBJECTIVES STRATEGIC PILLARS In line with the national SkillsFuture movement, the Government will also encourage individuals interested in cybersecurity to further their skills through programmes offered by industry and training institutes. 10