AI-Driven Cybersecurity Research Engineer

A*STAR Research Entities (A*STAR); Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A*STAR Research Entities in Singapore is seeking a motivated Research Engineer to develop and evaluate AI-enabled cybersecurity solutions. The role emphasizes agentic AI, large language models, and intelligent automation, with strong Linux-based software and systems development skills.

You will join an interdisciplinary team and help identify cybersecurity challenges, shape research projects, and translate ideas into practical prototypes for industry partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or related discipline.
• Strong Python programming and systems development skills in Linux environments, with working knowledge of C/C++.
• Sound understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals, including network security, systems security, and vulnerability analysis.
• Experience building LLM applications using Python-based frameworks.
• Understanding of agentic AI concepts, including planning, tool use, retrieval-augmented generation, and workflow orchestration.
• Familiarity with agentic AI frameworks and tool-integration protocols, such as the Model Context Protocol (MCP).
• Practical ability to use AI tools to support cybersecurity analysis, automate repetitive tasks, and improve research productivity.
• Familiarity with AI coding assistants and vibe-coding workflows, together with the ability to review, debug, and validate AI-generated code.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with curiosity, initiative, and a willingness to learn.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical findings clearly.
• Commitment to research integrity and responsible engineering practices.
• Nice to have: Hands-on experience in red teaming, penetration testing, adversary emulation, or offensive security research.
• Nice to have: Knowledge of reverse-engineering tools (IDA Pro or Ghidra) and assembly language understanding.
• Nice to have: Experience assessing the security of LLM applications or agentic AI systems, including prompt injection, unsafe tool use, and data leakage.
• Nice to have: Experience developing and evaluating AI-enabled cybersecurity prototypes or research platforms.
• Nice to have: Experience integrating security tools into automated analysis workflows.
• Nice to have: Experience working with industry partners or translating research prototypes into operational applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evaluate AI-enabled cybersecurity solutions focusing on agentic AI, LLMs, and intelligent automation.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to identify cybersecurity challenges and shape research projects.
• Translate research ideas into practical prototypes and solutions for industry partners and researchers.
• Contribute to securing AI-enabled systems through rigorous experimentation and documentation.
• Communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

Python programming

Linux systems development

Cybersecurity fundamentals

LLM applications

Agentic AI concepts

C/C++ knowledge

Communication skills

Research integrity

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/CE/IT/Cybersecurity

Tools

MCP (Model Context Protocol)

Python frameworks for LLMs

Job description

A*STAR Research Entities in Singapore is seeking a motivated Research Engineer to develop and evaluate AI-enabled cybersecurity solutions. The role emphasizes agentic AI, large language models, and intelligent automation, with strong Linux-based software and systems development skills.

You will join an interdisciplinary team and help identify cybersecurity challenges, shape research projects, and translate ideas into practical prototypes for industry partners.