Cybersecurity Engineer Trainee — Public Sector Programme

Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA); Singapore; On-site; SGD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) invites graduates and professionals to join the Cybersecurity Development Programme (CSDP), a 12-month initiative to build national cybersecurity capabilities through structured training and postings.

Phase 1 provides classroom training with certifications such as SANS SEC504, SANS IC S310, and Cisco CC CyberOps. Phase 2 places officers in CSA divisions or partner agencies for hands-on experience across key domains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity or STEM field.
• Strong willingness to learn and continuously develop new capabilities.
• Good foundation in networks, operating systems, programming and information security.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 12-month programme with a 1-month classroom training phase followed by 11 months of job postings.
• Gain hands-on experience in domains such as Malware Analysis, Digital Forensics & Incident Response, Emerging Technologies, Penetration Testing, and Governance & Compliance.
• Postings will consider candidate interests and national cybersecurity manpower needs across the Whole-of-Government.

Skills

Analytical skills

Willingness to learn

Communication skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

STEM-related discipline

Tools

SANS SEC504

SANS IC S310

Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate

Job description

The Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA) invites graduates and professionals to join the Cybersecurity Development Programme (CSDP), a 12-month initiative to build national cybersecurity capabilities through structured training and postings.

Phase 1 provides classroom training with certifications such as SANS SEC504, SANS IC S310, and Cisco CC CyberOps. Phase 2 places officers in CSA divisions or partner agencies for hands-on experience across key domains.