Cyber Security Vulnerability Researcher (Mobile)

Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agency under the Ministry of Defence (Singapore) is seeking professionals to investigate cybersecurity threats to mobile devices. Candidates will conduct vulnerability research, security assessments, and develop innovative solutions to enhance mobile device security. Multiple positions are available for different experience levels, and only Singapore Citizens will be considered.

Qualifications

• Relevant degree required in ill-defined areas of Infocomm Security, Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics.
• Strong interest in Infocomm security is essential.
• Creative and independent problem solver.

Responsibilities

• Assess vulnerabilities on mobile devices and apps.
• Conduct security assessments through diverse methodologies.
• Research and engineer solutions to cyber threats.

Skills

Problem-solving

Troubleshooting

Creativity

Innovation

Education

Degree in Infocomm Security

Degree in Computer Science

Degree in Computer/Electrical Engineering

Degree in Information Technology

Degree in Mathematics

Tools

C programming

Assembly

Job description

Job Scope

• Investigate vulnerabilities/threats and assess the impact on mobile devices and apps
• Conduct research to gain in-depth understanding of Android and iOS 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 mobile devices and apps
• Research and engineer novel solutions to cyber security threats on mobile devices

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.