James Tan

Law Enforcement | GSEC | GIAC

Singapore

About

Head Crime Investigation Branch at the Singapore Police Force. I have over 15 years of experience in policing, currently leading a few teams of dedicated and skilled officers who handle cases involving hacking and other cyber-related offences. During my stint at INTERPOL, I coordinated joint investigations with law enforcement agencies from various countries to combat transnational cyber threats and enhance cybersecurity cooperation. As a cybercrime expert, I have delivered presentations and trainings at various local and international conferences and seminars on cybercrime trends, challenges, and best practices. I’m passionate about keeping up with the latest developments and innovations in cyber technology and crime prevention. I’m always eager to learn new skills and share my knowledge with others. I’m looking for opportunities to connect with fellow professionals, experts, and mentors who share my interest in cybersecurity and law enforcement.

Experience

  • Head Cybercrime Investigation Branch, Cyber Command at Singapore Police Force
    Feb 2021 - Present · 5 yrs 6 mos

  • INTERPOL Global Cybercrime Expert Group (IGCEG) at INTERPOL
    Jul 2021 - Jun 2025 · 4 yrs

  • INTERPOL (3 yrs)
    • Head of Cybercrime Operations
      Jun 2020 - Feb 2021 · 9 mos

      Lead and coordinate INTERPOL's effort to combat cybercrime globally.

    • Head of ASEAN Cybercrime Operations
      Mar 2018 - Feb 2021 · 3 yrs

      Responsible for setting up and leading the ASEAN Cybercrime Operations Desk. The ASEAN Desk is a specialized cybercrime fighting unit in the Cybercrime Directorate of INTERPOL. Having the capabilities of cybercrime intelligence analysis and operational development, the ASEAN Desk has the mandate to enhance law enforcement anti-cybercrime capability and spearhead joint operations against cybercrime in the region.

    • Acting Assistant Director (Cyber Strategy & Capabilities Development)
      Sep 2018 - Jun 2020 · 1 yr 10 mos

      Responsible for the development and execution of INTERPOL's global strategy against cybercrime. In- charge of ensure the smooth implementation of organizational changes to the Cybercrime Directorate.

  • Team Leader (Forward Assurance and Support Team) at Singapore Police Force
    Apr 2020 - Jun 2020 · 3 mos

    Led a multi-agency team of public officers to contain and stabilise the Covid-19 situation in Westlite Papan Foreign Workers Dormitory.

  • Singapore Police Force ()
    • Operations Officer (Exercise & Readiness)
      Sep 2014 - Feb 2018 · 3 yrs 6 mos

      Responsible for the planning and conducting of large scale Police-led multi-agency exercises at the national level to validate and stress-test various governmental contingency plans, mainly in the area of counterterrorism.

    • Operations Officer (Planning & Readiness)
      Apr 2012 - Aug 2014 · 2 yrs 5 mos

      Responsible for the planning and execution of major security and public order operations such as National Day Parade, Formula One race, and Marina Bay New Year Countdown for Central Division (SPF). In-charge of planning and validating various police contingency plans involving scenarios such as terrorist attack and public disorder.

    • Ground Response Force Team Leader
      Apr 2011 - Apr 2012 · 1 yr 1 mo