Consulting, Cyber Response, Graduate Associate

KPMG Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm in Singapore is seeking Cybersecurity professionals to support incident response, threat hunting, and cyber risk management. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Cybersecurity or related fields and strong problem-solving skills. Responsibilities include collaborating with cybersecurity experts to implement solutions and supporting incident containment efforts. This role offers opportunities for training and career progression in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Mobility opportunities

Corporate responsibility volunteering activities

Qualifications

• Degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or related fields.
• Understanding of core cybersecurity principles and threat vectors.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills for documentation and client interaction.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with KPMG cyber security experts to design and implement solutions.
• Support containment and eradication efforts during cyber incidents.
• Collaborate with other cyber teams for incident response and recovery.

Skills

Understanding of core cybersecurity principles

Strong problem-solving skills

Clear verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently and in a team

Education

Degree in Cybersecurity / Information Security or related fields

Tools

Windows

Linux

Mac

Azure

AWS

Google Cloud

Job description

KPMG Singapore seeks Cybersecurity professionals to support clients in incident response, threat hunting, and cyber risk management within a global professional services firm.

Your role

Key responsibilities include:

• Work closely with KPMG cyber security subject matter experts to design, implement, test, and support cybersecurity solutions for clients.
• Assist engagement managers in log analysis, endpoint data review to identify anomalies, indicators of compromise (IOCs), malicious files, and threat actors to determine root cause and incident impact.
• Support containment and eradication efforts during cyber incidents.
• Document findings and contribute to incident response update calls.
• Collaborate with other cyber teams to deliver end-to-end incident response and recovery, including Cyber OT/IoT security services such as risk assessment, VAPT, OT cybersecurity audit, and maturity assessment.
• Assist senior team members with preparation of playbooks, Table-Top Exercise (TTX) materials, and business proposals.

About you

The company is looking for candidates who meet the following:

• Degree in Cybersecurity / Information Security; OR Engineering with relevant skills/experience/aptitude; OR Computer Science / IT with relevant skills/experience/aptitude.
• Understanding of core cybersecurity principles including threat vectors, vulnerabilities, and defense mechanisms.
• Awareness of standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and SANS PICERL model.
• Familiarity with Windows artifacts, endpoint logs, network device logs; forensic triage experience preferred but not mandatory.
• Familiarity with incident response lifecycle and ability to support containment and recovery efforts.
• Ability to contribute to incident reports, playbooks, and TTX reports.
• Programming skills preferred.
• Strong understanding of Operating Systems – Windows, Linux, Mac – and cloud environments (Azure, AWS, Google) preferred.
• Entry-level certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CHFI, CEH or mid-level GIAC certifications desirable but not mandatory.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to break down complex issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Clear verbal and written communication skills for documentation and client interaction.
• Demonstrates integrity, accountability, and client-focused mindset.
• Eagerness to learn and grow in cybersecurity through continuous learning and research.

Training & development

• Opportunities for great training and development across functional sectors.
• Exposure to mobility opportunities and corporate responsibility volunteering activities.
• Support for continuous learning and knowledge sharing within the cybersecurity domain.

Career progression

• Build a rewarding career with experiences that support long-term growth.
• Work within a culture that encourages new ways of thinking and embraces diversity and inclusion.
• Potential to advance through collaboration with senior team members and involvement in diverse cybersecurity projects.

How to apply

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by KPMG Talent Acquisition team. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

This job may close before the stated closing date, you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible