Cyber Security Software Engineer (Network Devices)

Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies (CSIT); Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Careers in Singapore is seeking threats research professionals to explore and analyze threats on network devices, from home routers to enterprise devices. The role involves analyzing malware defence technologies and validating their effectiveness to protect critical infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has a strong programming background and hands-on experience in security research. Entry-level and senior positions are available, with the opportunity to work within a government-related security

Qualifications

• A degree or professional qualification in Infocomm Security, Computer Security, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or equivalent
• Strong interest and passion for the field of Infocomm Security
• Strong background in programming
• Strong background in C/C++/Python is an added advantage
• Strong background in hardware hacking/assembly languages/Linux Internals is an added advantage ++
• Senior and entry-level positions available

Responsibilities

• Conduct exploratory research and analysis into threats on network devices
• Conduct exploratory analysis and reverse engineering of emerging malware defence technologies and validate their effectiveness for protecting network devices, ranging from SOHO routers to enterprise-level network devices
• Design, develop and implement innovative solutions to counter threats on network devices

Skills

Programming

C/C++/Python

Security research

Linux internals

Hardware hacking

Education

Infocomm Security/Computer Security

Computer/Electrical Engineering

Information Technology

Job description

Job Scope

• Conduct exploratory research and analysis into threats on network devices
• Conduct exploratory analysis and reverse engineering of emerging malware defence technologies and validate their effectiveness for protecting network devices, ranging from SOHO routers to enterprise-level network devices
• Design, develop and implement innovative solutions to counter threats on network devices

Requirements

• A degree or professional qualification in Infocomm Security, Computer Security, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Information Technology or equivalent
• Strong interest and passion for the field of Infocomm Security
• Strong background in programming
• Strong background in C/C++/Python is an added advantage
• Strong background in hardware hacking/assembly languages/Linux Internals is an added advantage ++
• Senior and entry-level positions available

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

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans.