SINGAPORE'S CYBERSECURITY STRATEGY AT A GLANCE Singapore’s Cybersecurity Strategy aims to create a resilient and trusted cyber environment. This will enable us to realise the benefits of technology and so secure a better future for Singaporeans. Four pillars underpin our strategy. We will strengthen the resilience of Critical Information Infrastructures (CIIs). We will mobilise businesses and the community to make cyberspace safer, by countering cyber threats, combating cybercrime and protecting personal data. Building a Resilient Infrastructure OUR STRATEGY: We will develop a vibrant cybersecurity ecosystem comprising a skilled workforce, technologically-advanced companies and strong research collaborations, so that it can support Singapore’s cybersecurity needs and be a source of new economic growth. Finally, given that cyber threats do not respect sovereign boundaries, we will step up efforts to forge strong international partnerships. Creating a Safer Cyberspace OUR STRATEGY: “Cybersecurity is a team effort, everyone has a part to play, and everyone has to play their part. The Government will take the lead to spearhead initiatives to enhance Singapore’s cybersecurity stance, and we will need everyone’s cooperation to reap long term benefits for the cyber ecosystem. We aim to build a Smart Nation – one that will be enabled by trustworthy infrastructure and technology.” Minister-in-charge of Cybersecurity, Dr Yaacob Ibrahim, GovernmentWare 2015 Developing a Vibrant Cybersecurity Ecosystem OUR STRATEGY: To secure our digitally-enabled economy and society, the Government will work with key stakeholders – private sector operators and the cybersecurity community – to strengthen the resilience of our CIIs. Cyber technology can enable and empower business and society, but only if it is safe and trustworthy. A safer cyberspace is the collective responsibility of the Government, businesses, individuals and the community. Cybersecurity is both an imperative and an opportunity. With advanced infrastructure and a highly-skilled IT workforce, Singapore is wellpositioned to build a vibrant cybersecurity ecosystem. First, we will enhance our CII Protection Programme to establish robust and systematic cyber risk management processes across all critical sectors. Second, we will improve our sectors’ response and recovery plans to breaches. We will mount multi-sector cybersecurity exercises to test cooperation across multiple sectors and address inter-dependencies during major cyber-attacks. We will also expand and beef up national resources such as the National Cyber Incident Response Team (NCIRT) and the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC). Next, we will introduce the Cybersecurity Act to give the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) greater powers to secure our CIIs. Finally, as threats to government networks will continue to grow, we will expand efforts to secure government systems and networks, so as to protect citizens’ and official data. First, to effectively deal with the threat of cybercrime, the Government will implement the recently launched National Cybercrime Action Plan. Second, we will enhance Singapore’s standing as a trusted hub by fostering a trusted data ecosystem. We will work with global institutions, other governments, industry partners and Internet Service Providers to quickly identify and reduce malicious traffic on our Internet infrastructure. Finally, communities and business associations can play their part by fostering their members’ understanding of cybersecurity issues and promoting the adoption of good practices. First, the Government will collaborate with industry partners and Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) to grow the cybersecurity workforce, including encouraging existing cybersecurity professionals to deepen their skills. Second, we will develop strong companies and nurture local start-ups to ensure that best-in-class solutions are available locally. There are also opportunities for cybersecurity companies to leverage Singapore’s traditional strengths in areas such as financial and infocomm services to develop exportable solutions. Third, we will foster closer partnerships between academia and industry so as to harness cybersecurity R&D in a more targeted manner to deliver effective solutions. With skilled professionals, technologically-advanced companies and strong research collaborations, Singapore can be at the global forefront of cybersecurity innovation and create economic opportunities for Singaporeans and the industry. 4 INTRO Strengthening International Partnerships OUR STRATEGY: Cybersecurity is a global issue. Cyber threats do not respect sovereign boundaries; indeed, jurisdictional gaps are exploited to the cyber-attacker’s advantage. Cyber-attacks disrupting one country can have serious spill-over effects on other countries as our inter-dependencies have increased through trade and global financial markets. Singapore is committed to strong international collaboration in cybersecurity for our collective global security. Singapore will actively cooperate with the international community, particularly ASEAN, to address transnational cybersecurity and cybercrime issues. We will champion cyber capacity building initiatives, and facilitate exchanges on cyber norms and legislation. Through international consensus, agreement, and cooperation, we can make cyberspace a safer and more secure place for all. INTRO 5