Research Assistant / Senior Research Assistant

SINGAPORE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY AND DESIGN; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in technology is hiring a cybersecurity specialist to develop cutting-edge software solutions. The role involves working closely with researchers on tasks related to threat modeling and attack simulation. Candidates should have a degree in relevant fields, along with strong skills in computer security and programming. Familiarity with cloud-based solutions and Kubernetes is a plus. Competitive environment with potential applications in critical infrastructures.

Qualifications

• Knowledge in computer security, network security, AI, and ML.
• Hands-on experience with Linux systems and cloud-native applications.
• Good programming skills in Python, Web, Java, and JavaScript.

Responsibilities

• Develop software-based solutions for cybersecurity R&D tasks.
• Integration of developed software with security solutions.

Skills

Computer security

Network security

AI

Machine Learning

Linux systems

Kubernetes

Python

Web development

Java

JavaScript

C/C++

Education

Bachelor or Master degree in computer science, computer engineering, cybersecurity, or related fields

Job description

About SUTD

SUTD is the world’s first Design AI university. With Design AI, artificial intelligence is treated as a partner and a member of the team – not just a tool. As a result of this unique SUTD treatment, AI and humans brainstorm, spar and prototype together, resulting in solutions that are elevated several-fold. This human‑AI team concept has been made possible because of SUTD’s unique cohort‑based interdisciplinary pedagogy. As a trailblazer in the field of design and technology education and research, SUTD has been pioneering innovative programmes and initiatives since its formation 16 years ago. As part its new mid‑term growth strategy called SUTD Leap, it will work closely with industry to co‑create solutions in both education and research – for a better world.

About The Role

The successful applicant will work with a team of cybersecurity researchers to develop cutting edge software‑based solutions for various cyber‑security related R&D tasks, including threat modeling, cyber twin, attack simulation, and the integration of the developed software with selected network, cloud, and application security solutions. The solutions developed will have potential application in securing various types of critical infrastructures.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor or Master degree in computer science, computer engineering, cybersecurity, or related fields.
• Good working knowledge in computer security, network security, AI, and ML.
• Hands‑on experiences in Linux systems, virtualization / containers, edge/cloud systems deployment and management (e.g., Kubernetes).
• Good programming skills, e.g. Python, Web, Java, and JavaScript. shell scripting, C / C++ will be a plus.
• Hands‑on experience and working knowledge in developing and deploying web applications and cloud‑native applications.

Enabling Competencies

• Analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Good interpersonal, communication and writing skills.
• Able to work independently and as a good team player.
• Adaptable and able to multi‑task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Ability to work under pressure.