Cyber Security Engineer| Contract | Bank

MANPOWER STAFFING SERVICES (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MANPOWER STAFFING SERVICES (SINGAPORE) PTE LTD is seeking a skilled Security Operations Center professional to monitor and respond to cybersecurity events. You will operate security tools, perform risk assessments, and escalate incidents to the L2 team as needed.

The role requires hands-on experience with network security, operating systems, and threat intelligence, with a focus on incident management within financial-grade environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• 3+ years in Security Operations with incident management focus.
• Experience in banking/financial services industry.
• Familiarity with security products and network devices.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise security concepts (intranet/extranet/internet).
• Experience with UNIX, AIX, Linux, and Windows.
• Understanding of TLS/SSL, encryption methods and 2FA.
• Ability to analyze packet-level data and security events.
• Experience with vulnerability assessments and penetration testing is a plus.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CEH, GCIA, CCNA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor developing cybersecurity events worldwide and escalate to L2 when relevant.
• Perform monitoring, risk assessments, and analysis using security tools.
• Follow procedures to handle security alerts and escalate appropriately.
• Execute daily tasks or lead small projects as needed.
• Maintain documentation and create operational KPI reports.
• Conduct the assessment phase of Vulnerability and Threat Management.
• Receive threat intel and update the knowledge base.
• Support security incident response investigations across the Group.
• Improve SOC methodologies with the Team Lead.
• Ensure tickets are closed accurately and timely.

Skills

Security Operations

Incident Management

Network Security

UNIX/Linux

Windows

TCP/IP & DNS

Threat Intelligence

Documentation

Team Collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

NIDS/NIPS

Firewalls

Antivirus systems

Proxy devices

SIEM tools

Threat intelligence feeds

Job description

Job scopes

• Monitor developing cybersecurity events worldwide and escape to the L2 team if relevant events are observed.


• Perform monitoring, risk assessments, and analysis using security tools such as anomaly detection systems, firewalls, antivirus systems, and proxy devices.


• Follow predefined procedures to handle security alerts, including escalation to the L2 team and other support groups.


• Execute daily ad-hoc tasks or lead small projects as needed.


• Participate in daily and ad-hoc documentation-related tasks.


• Create and maintain operational reports for Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), as well as weekly and monthly metrics.


• Conduct the assessment phase of the Vulnerability and Threat Management process.


• Receive threat intelligence from subscribed feeds and update the Threat Intelligence knowledge base.


• Be prepared to support any security incident response investigations across the Group, regardless of location or environment.


• Work closely with the Team Lead to review, provide feedback on, and improve the methodologies used in Security Operations.


• Ensure all logged tickets are closed accurately and in a timely manner.


• Submit routine reports on threats, vulnerabilities, and incidents handled by the Security Operations Center in a timely manner.


• Keep Security Operations Center runbooks and procedures up to date.

Job requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent


• Over 3 years of experience in Security Operations, preferably with a focus on incident management.


• Experience in the banking or financial services industry


• Familiarity with security products and network devices.


• Extensive technical knowledge of network security practices, including Intranet, Extranet, and Internet access.


• Hands-on experience with operating systems such as UNIX, AIX, Linux, and Windows.


• Good understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, web technologies, wireless security architectures, and enterprise-grade security solutions.


• Knowledge of encryption and authentication methods, including 2FA, DES/AES/RSA, digital certificates, SSL/TLS, IPSec, and DMZ architecture.


• Proficiency in intrusion detection, deep TCP/IP analysis, cybersecurity principles, various operating systems (Windows/UNIX), and internet security technologies.


• Ability to analyze packet-level data, manage network and host security tools (e.g., NIDS/NIPS, firewalls, HIPS, antivirus, scanners), and interpret security events.


• Skilled in performing vulnerability assessments, managing related tools and processes, and conducting application penetration testing or forensic analysis.


• Relevant certifications from EC-Council, GIAC, or (ISC)² (e.g., CISSP, CEH, GCIA, CCNA).


• Performance-Oriented: Consistently strives to exceed past achievements.


• Resilient Under Pressure: Capable of maintaining performance during critical situations.


• Team Collaboration: Works effectively and cooperatively with peers.


• Able to communicate clearly and effectively in discussions and meetings with team members and stakeholders.