Assistant Director (Research) - Bukit Panjang

Ministry of Defence of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Defence of Singapore is seeking a cybersecurity expert to analyze cyber threats and provide intelligence inputs. This role involves establishing linkages with various stakeholders and contributing to cybersecurity operations. Candidates should have a relevant educational background and substantial experience in the field.

Qualifications

• At least 6 years of work experience in cybersecurity or military intelligence-related fields.
• Knowledge of cyber threats and network terrain appreciation.
• Ability to interface with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Identify and analyze cyber threats to support policymaking.
• Serve as subject matter expert on cyber threats.
• Develop cooperation linkages with other cybersecurity units.

Skills

Strong conceptual ability

Proficiency in written communication

Team player mindset

Education

Education in Information Security

Computer Science

Electrical/Electronic Engineering

Job description

What The Role Is

You identify, analyse and understand cyber threats in support of policy-making, technological assessments, and cybersecurity matters. You also establish, maintain and enhance linkages with other cybersecurity stakeholders.

What You Will Be Working On

• Serve as the subject matter expert in longer-term research of cyber threats
• Provide intelligence inputs and assessments on cyber threats of interest and potential exploitable vulnerabilities in target network terrain(s)
• Develop linkages and chart new workstreams in cooperation with other cybersecurity units and agencies
• Serve as secretariat for relevant cyber-related fora and meetings
  
  
  

Challenge(s)

• Developing multiple types of specialist knowledge, including cyber threats, technical security operations, and network terrain appreciation
• Interfacing with multiple stakeholders whilst assembling resources and manpower for cybersecurity operations
  
  
  

What We Are Looking For

• Education in Information Security, Computer Science, or Electrical/Electronic/Computer Engineering-related fields
• At least 6 years of work experience in cybersecurity and/or military intelligence-related fields
• Strong conceptual ability
• Proficiency in written and verbal communication
• Highly motivated and fast learner
• Strong team player mindset
  
  
  

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.