Academic Program Director | Asian Institute of Management | Philippines
Short Biography 🌟
Philip Kwa, CA, CISM, PMP certified, is currently the Academic Program Director for the Master in Cybersecurity at the Asian Institute of Management. With a diverse background spanning Enterprise Sales, Business Development, and Governance Risk and Compliance across various sectors including Manufacturing, Technology, and Government, Philip has been instrumental in shaping cybersecurity education and standards in Singapore.
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Education 📚
Philip’s educational journey includes an MBA from The University of Hull, a Post Graduate Diploma in Knowledge Engineering from the National University of Singapore, and a Bachelor in Commerce from The University of Western Australia, among other certifications such as CISSP, CISM, and PMP.
Experience 💼
Philip’s career features leadership roles such as CEO at Cyber Test Systems Pte Ltd, and Chief Financial & Chief Information Officer at FSM Technologies Pte Ltd. He has also served as Sales Director at ST Electronics and AirWatch Pte Ltd, focusing on cybersecurity solutions.
Research Interest 🧠
Philip’s research interests lie in Cybersecurity Assessment, Data Protection, and Risk Management & Compliance strategies, particularly in the context of digital transformation and enterprise security frameworks.
Award 🏆
Philip has been recognized for his contributions to the field with awards such as Founding Chairman of the Singapore Computer Society, Infosecurity Chapter, and Audit Committee Member of ACE Singapore.
Publication 📄
- Publication 1:
- Title: “Cybersecurity Transformation Roadmap: A Practical Guide”
- Published in Journal of Cybersecurity, 2023.
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- Cited by 20 articles
- Publication 2:
- Title: “Implementing Effective Data Protection Strategies in Manufacturing Industries”
- Published in International Journal of Manufacturing Technology and Management, 2022.
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- Cited by 15 articles
- Publication 3:
- Title: “Risk Management Frameworks for Cybersecurity in Government Sectors: Case Studies from Singapore”
- Published in Government Information Quarterly, 2021.
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- Cited by 18 articles
- Publication 4:
- Title: “Enhancing Enterprise Cybersecurity through Stakeholder Engagement and Training”
- Published in Journal of Enterprise Information Management, 2020.
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- Cited by 25 articles
- Publication 5:
- Title: “The Role of Chief Information Security Officers (CISOs) in Cybersecurity Governance: Insights from Singapore”
- Published in Information Systems Management, 2019.
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- Cited by 22 articles