Singapore sits at the center of Asia Pacific’s digital economy, serving as a regional headquarters for financial services, aviation, advanced research, cloud platforms, and emerging technologies such as blockchain and AI. Its cybersecurity leaders operate in an environment shaped by strict regulation, cross-border data flows, and national infrastructure responsibilities.
The CISOs highlighted below are shaping how security, governance, and resilience are embedded into organizations that operate at national, regional, and global scale. Their influence extends beyond individual enterprises into Singapore’s broader cybersecurity ecosystem.
Tan Too Ping — Chief Information Security Officer, Changi Airport Group
Tan Too Ping brings more than two decades of experience leading data analytics, governance, and security functions within large, complex organizations. At Changi Airport Group, he plays a critical role in safeguarding data-driven operations that support one of the world’s most important aviation hubs.
His work focuses on transforming enterprise data capabilities while ensuring strong governance and security foundations. Operating at the intersection of critical infrastructure, digital innovation, and operational resilience, Tan’s leadership supports both business continuity and national trust.
Justin Ong — APAC Chief Information Security Officer & Chief Product Officer, Panasonic Asia Pacific
Justin Ong operates across IoT, cloud, enterprise platforms, and secure digital services within Panasonic’s Asia Pacific business. His leadership spans cloud infrastructure, IoT solutions, data platforms, ERP environments, and highly secured web and mobile applications supporting B2B and industrial use cases.
With responsibility for large, distributed teams and multi-million-dollar technology programs, Ong combines operational execution with security-aware architecture and governance. His role reflects the growing convergence of cybersecurity, cloud, and industrial digital transformation across the region.
Aniket Kulkarni — Global Group CISO & Vice President Of Data, Circles
Aniket Kulkarni is a global CISO and board advisor with more than 20 years of experience across SaaS, telecom, fintech, AI, and cloud-native enterprises. At Circles, he leads cybersecurity strategy for digital-first platforms serving millions of users across multiple markets.
His work spans IPO and SOX readiness, regulatory assurance, DevSecOps, identity governance, and global security operations. Known for translating deep technical realities into board-level outcomes, Kulkarni positions cybersecurity as a driver of investor confidence, operational resilience, and long-term enterprise trust.
Jason Lau — Chief Information Security Officer, Crypto.com
Jason Lau is one of the most recognized cybersecurity and privacy leaders operating in Singapore’s digital finance ecosystem. With more than 25 years of experience, he oversees security and privacy strategy at Crypto.com while contributing extensively to global governance and policy discussions.
He serves on the ISACA Global Board of Directors and participates in World Economic Forum expert networks, academic programs, and international advisory bodies. His career spans cybersecurity, data privacy, risk, and compliance at Fortune-scale organizations, reinforcing Singapore’s role as a global hub for regulated digital innovation.
Pasi Koistinen — Chief Information Security Officer, Coinhako
Pasi Koistinen is a cybersecurity executive, author, and public speaker with over 25 years of experience across startups, financial institutions, and global enterprises. As CISO at Coinhako, he leads security strategy for one of Singapore’s leading cryptocurrency platforms, operating in an environment shaped by blockchain, AI, and digital finance.
His background includes founding cybersecurity startups, leading offensive and defensive security programs, and applying machine learning to large-scale security operations. Recognized with the ASEAN CSO30 Award, Koistinen bridges hands-on technical depth with strategic foresight and academic research into emerging technologies.
Jon Lau — Chief Information Security Officer & Director of Scientific IT, A*STAR
Jon Lau operates at the intersection of national research infrastructure, advanced technology, and cybersecurity governance. As CISO and Director of Scientific IT at A*STAR, and President of SingAREN, he leads security strategy for high-performance computing, research networks, and sensitive scientific environments.
His expertise spans zero trust architectures, quantum cybersecurity, and human-centric risk through cyberpsychology. Active across government, academia, and industry boards, Lau plays a central role in strengthening Singapore’s secure research and innovation ecosystem.
Frankie Shuai — APAC Chief Information Security Officer, DWS Group
Frankie Shuai leads regional information security for a global asset management organization across multiple Asia Pacific markets. With prior leadership roles at UBS, Citi, Microsoft, and HP, he brings deep experience in financial services security, technology risk, and large-scale transformation.
An award-winning executive and patented technology inventor, Shuai is also a frequent keynote speaker at industry and regulatory forums. His leadership emphasizes business enablement, people engagement, and innovation while maintaining strong cyber defense across highly regulated financial environments.
Anil K Appayanna — Chief Information Security Officer, India International Insurance Singapore
Anil K Appayanna is an award-winning CISO with more than 24 years of global cybersecurity leadership experience across finance, healthcare, technology, and government sectors. At India International Insurance in Singapore, he leads cybersecurity strategy, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
His work focuses on building resilient security programs, strengthening incident response capabilities, and fostering security-first cultures across organizations. In parallel, he contributes to the regional cybersecurity community as a speaker, mentor, and advisor.
Why Singapore’s CISOs Matter
Singapore’s cybersecurity leaders operate where regulation, innovation, and regional scale converge. From aviation and financial services to research infrastructure and digital assets, the CISOs featured here are not only protecting systems. They are shaping trust, governance, and resilience across industries that underpin Asia Pacific’s digital economy.
As Singapore continues to position itself as a secure and trusted global technology hub, these leaders will remain central to how that future is protected and sustained.