Cyber Intelligence Malware Analyst

MHA - Internal Security Department (ISD); Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ISD seeks a Cyber Intelligence Malware Analyst to dissect malware, attribute threats, and build/advance toolkits for automated investigations in Singapore. The role welcomes candidates with a passion for cyber security and a strong programming foundation across multiple languages.

Key duties include malware analysis to uncover attack motivations and developing capabilities to improve investigative workflows, with opportunities to work on national security-related cyber threat intelligence in a

Qualifications

• Applicants with no experience may apply.

Responsibilities

• Malware analysis: Dissect malware to discover its unique characteristics and functionalities, so as to uncover the motivation and modus operandi behind a cyber-attack or adversary operation, with the goal to attribute them.
• Capability development: Apply programming and coding skillsets to build new or enhance existing toolkits to automate investigative and analysis processes.

Skills

C/C++

C#

Python

PHP

Bash

Javascript

PowerShell

Go

Tools

ID A Pro

IDA Pro

OllyDBG

x64 debugger

Sysinternals

Remnux

Job description

What the role is:

ISD confronts and addresses threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability. For over 70 years, ISD and its predecessor organisations have played a central role in countering threats such as those posed by foreign subversive elements, spies, racial and religious extremists, and terrorists. A fulfilling and rewarding career awaits those who want to join in ISD’s critical mission of keeping Singapore safe, secure and sovereign for all Singaporeans. We are looking for candidates who are critical thinkers with investigative mindset and have the passion to pursue a career in the field of cyber intelligence. You will be part of the team with unique access to insights of cyber threat activities operating within Singapore's cyberspace, and your role is to attribute cyber threats and assess the potential impact to national security.

What you will be working on:

As a Cyber Intelligence Malware Analyst, you will develop and apply your skills in one or more of the following areas to support the organization’s mission:

• Malware analysis: Dissect malware to discover its unique characteristics and functionalities, so as to uncover the motivation and modus operandi behind a cyber-attack or adversary operation, with the goal to attribute them.
• Capability development: Apply programming and coding skillsets to build new or enhance existing toolkits to automate investigative and analysis processes.

What we are looking for:

• Applicants with no experience may apply
• Strong interest and passion in Cyber Security
• Good foundation in programming (C/C++/C#/Python/PHP/BASH/Javascript/Powershell/Go Lang).
• Familiarity with major Operating Systems (Microsoft Windows/Linux).
• Familiarity with Assembly Language and its application to Reverse Engineering of malware
• Good analytical skills – able to think critically and laterally to distil complex technology concepts and implementations
• Good interpersonal and communication skills (written/ oral).
• Team player who takes initiative and can work collaboratively with peers.
• Relevant experience in the field of cyber security would be advantageous.
• Professional certification (eg. GREM) will be advantageous.
• Hands-on experience in tools such as sandboxes/ IDA Pro/ OllyDBG/ x64 debugger/ SysInternal suite of tools/ Remnux will be advantageous.
• Only Singaporeans need applyWe wish to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About MHA - Internal Security Department (ISD)

The Internal Security Department (ISD) confronts and addresses threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability. For over 75 years, ISD and its predecessor organisations have played a central role in countering threats such as those posed by foreign subversive elements, spies, racial and religious extremists, and terrorists. At the heart of our work are the collection of intelligence that enables us to size up the threats to Singapore’s internal security, and taking the executive actions necessary to overcome those threats. Every day, we collect and analyse intelligence, make impartial assessments, and take decisive action to counter the threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability, and sovereignty.