Cyber Security Researcher

Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency is looking for candidates for roles in cyber security, involving threat investigation and remediation across various systems. Positions are available at both senior and entry levels, requiring a degree in relevant fields such as Infocomm Security or Computer Science. Applicants should exhibit a strong passion for the field and possess problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Strong interest and passion for Infocomm security.
• Knowledge in C programming and Assembly is an added advantage.
• Openings for senior and entry-level candidates.

Responsibilities

• Investigate threats and assess impact on systems and software.
• Conduct security assessments through various methods including code audits.
• Research and engineer novel solutions to address cyber security threats.

Skills

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

Innovation

Creativity

Education

Degree in Infocomm Security

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering

Degree in Information Technology

Degree in Mathematics

Job description

Job Scope

• Investigate threats and assess the impact on systems and software
• Conduct research to gain in-depth understanding of the operating system architecture (kernel and subsystems) and how these subsystems could be exploited by malware
• Perform information security assessments through vulnerability research, code audit, black box testing, reverse engineering, proof-of-concept simulations and malware analysis
• Discover and remediate threats to end point systems (such as mobile devices, PCs printers), network elements (such as routers and network security appliances) and services (such as cryptographic implementations)
• Research and engineer novel solutions to cyber security threats on emerging technologies

Requirements

• Degree in Infocomm Security, Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, Mathematics or equivalent
• Strong interest and passion for the field of Infocomm security
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
• Creative, innovative, self-motivated and independent
• Knowledge in C programming and Assembly would be an added advantage
• Senior and entry-level positions available
• Applicants must be Singapore Citizens

As CSIT is an agency under the Ministry of Defence (Singapore), only Singapore Citizens will be considered.