Sectors & markets
Employment: Cybersecurity Booming in Singapore
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Market Info | Tech & Service| Cybersecurity
Date: 05 December 2025
Region: ASEAN-O
Country: Singapore
Sector: Tech & Service
Sub-sector: Cybersecurity
Section: Market Trends
Theme: Digital Trust and Cybersecurity
In Singapore, the cybersecurity job market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by the increasing adoption of artificial intelligence and the proliferation of digital risks. According to data published on December 5, 2025, by Indeed, cybersecurity job postings increased by 57% between 2024 and 2025, marking the sharpest rise seen in the last three years.
This trend reflects the increasingly central role of cybersecurity in corporate strategies. With the rapid integration of AI, cloud computing, and advanced digital tools, protecting information systems is no longer a secondary function but a pillar of economic resilience. Many professions are seeing spectacular increases: cybersecurity architect positions have increased by 333%, cybersecurity analyst positions by 256%, and information security analyst positions by 229%.
Candidate interest is following the same trend, with a 77% increase in job searches and a 15% increase in applications, signaling the sector's growing appeal. However, recruiters are facing a persistent shortage of experienced candidates, particularly those with three to five years of experience, which is intensifying competition among employers.
For Singapore, this rise in cybersecurity is a major strategic advantage. By strengthening its talent pool and digital protection capabilities, the city-state is consolidating its position as a regional hub for advanced technologies and digital services. The high demand for cyber skills also supports the country's attractiveness to international companies seeking a secure environment to develop AI and digital activities in the Asia-Pacific region.
