Cybersecurity Engineer (Incident Response)

Assurity Trusted Solutions; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Assurity Trusted Solutions (ATS) seeks a Cybersecurity Engineer with incident response expertise to drive effective security operations across the incident lifecycle. You will triage events, conduct investigations, and guide containment, eradication and recovery with strong log analysis and forensics skills.

The role sits within ATS’s Cyber Incident Response Team (CIRT) and requires clear communication to stakeholders, attention to detail, and the ability to adapt to evolving threats across

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or Information Security (or equivalent).
• Professional certifications (GCFA, GREM, GNFA, GCTI, CISSP or equivalents) preferred.
• Prefer 5+ years as incident responder/forensics/malware analysis related role.
• Understanding of Windows, Linux, networking, LAN and servers.
• Proficient with forensic tools AXIOM, FTK, Autopsy.

Responsibilities

• Lead incident response activities through all phases of an incident.
• Triage and investigate potential cybersecurity incidents to determine scope and severity.
• Develop and execute containment strategies.
• Perform investigations and root cause analysis to identify attack vectors and impact.
• Conduct security log analysis across endpoints, network, cloud and apps.
• Acquire and analyze artifacts from endpoints, servers, networks and cloud.
• Prepare post-incident reports with preventive recommendations.
• Contribute to automating security operations and playbooks.
• Develop and test incident response playbooks and keep stakeholders informed.

Skills

Incident Response

Digital Forensics

Log Analysis

Threat Detection

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science/Info Security

Tools

AXIOM

FTK

Autopsy

Job description

Assurity Trusted Solutions (ATS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Government Technology Agency (GovTech). As a Trusted Partner over the last decade, ATS offers a comprehensive suite of products and services ranging from infrastructure and operational services, authentication services, governance and assurance services as well as managed processes. In a dynamic digital and cyber landscape, where trust & collaboration are key, ATS continues to drive mutually beneficial business outcomes through collaboration with GovTech, government agencies and commercial partners to mitigate cyber risks and bolster security postures.

We are looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer with a background Incident Response to join us! The successful candidate will ensure the delivery of cybersecurity operations services across all stages of the incident response lifecycle. This encompasses triaging potential security events, conducting in-depth investigations and advising on containment, eradication and recovery strategies. Candidate must possess strong log analysis and digital forensics skills to drive effective responses to cybersecurity incidents that ensure secure delivery of applications and infrastructure services. Critical thinking and great communication skills are required to articulate technical concepts and guide decision makers towards optimal courses of action. This is a key position in the Cyber Incident Response Team (CIRT).

Responsibilities

• Lead incident response activities through all phases of an incident
• Conduct triage and investigation of potential cybersecurity incidents to determine incident scope and severity
• Develop and execute containment strategies
• Perform investigations and root cause analysis to identify attack vectors, tactics, and impact
• Conduct comprehensive security event log analysis to validate security detections, investigate alerts, and identify attacks across multiple data sources including: Endpoint system logs or Endpoint detection and response (EDR) telemetry Network traffic logs Application logs Cloud service logs and audit trails
• Conduct digital forensic acquisition and analysis of artifacts from various sources including: Endpoint systems and servers Network devices and logs cloud environments Mobile devices and storage media
• Maintain clear stakeholder communication throughout incident lifecycle and prepare comprehensive post-incident reports with preventive recommendations
• Provide expert input for automating Security Operations (E.g Implement SOAR playbooks)
• Develop and test incident response playbooks and processes
• Maintain situational awareness of cyber security landscape and emerging threat actor TTPs

Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science/Information Security or equivalent
• Professional certifications, including GCFA, GREM, GNFA, GCTI, CISSP or other relevant certifications will be preferred
• Preferably 5 years or more of experience as a full-time incident responder/digital forensic/malware analysis or related discipline
• Understanding of operating systems and platform (e.g. Windows, Linux) and knowledge of computer networking, LAN, and server
• Proficient in Forensic Tools such as AXIOM, FTK or Autopsy
• Ability to perform basic static and dynamic malware analysis and to analyse network and application logs
• Good working knowledge of Cloud and Container technologies are a plus
• Familiarity with good security practices
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to multitask and priortise
• Meticulous and demonstrate a high degree of integrity, initiative, energy and endurance

Join us and discover a meaningful and exciting career with Assurity Trusted Solutions!

The remuneration package will commensurate with your qualifications and experience.

We thank you for your interest and please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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