Security Assessment Analyst

MHA - Internal Security Department (ISD); Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MHA - Internal Security Department (ISD) in Singapore seeks a Security Assessment Analyst to perform analytical processing of cases, identify security risks and articulate issues for policy action. You will support intelligence collection, maintain databases and collaborate with stakeholders to propose sound recommendations in line with security policies.

A degree in any discipline, strong critical thinking and a keen interest in geo-political affairs are preferred; training will be provided

Qualifications

• Degree in any discipline or equivalent competencies.
• A keen interest in geo-political affairs and social issues.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to write and present information/assessment clearly and succinctly.
• Motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Willingness to learn new knowledge and skills in a dynamic operating environment.
• Competency in digital tools and data analytics would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical processing of cases to identify security risks and articulate key issues.
• Work with stakeholders to propose sound recommendations in line with established policies.
• Support intelligence collection and maintain intelligence databases.
• Participate in projects that adopt tools to automate and improve processing workflows.

Skills

Critical thinking

Written communication

Team player

Data analytics

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

What the role is:

ISD confronts and addresses threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability. For over 75 years, ISD and its predecessor organisations have played a central role in countering threats such as those posed by foreign subversive elements, spies, racial and religious extremists, and terrorists. A fulfilling and rewarding career awaits those who want to join in ISD’s critical mission of keeping Singapore safe, secure and sovereign for all Singaporeans. As a Security Assessment Analyst, you will be involved in conducting risk assessment, identifying security issues and threats to Singapore’s internal security and developing policy framework to address them.

What you will be working on:

As a Security Assessment Analyst, you will be performing analytical processing of cases to identify security risks, articulating key issues of security concern, and working with stakeholders to propose sound recommendations in accordance with established security policies and protocols to pre-empt and neutralise threats to Singapore. You will also support intelligence collection and operational intervention, as well as maintain intelligence databases. You may also be involved in ongoing or new projects that aim to adopt technological tools to automate and improve processing workflows.

What we are looking for:

• Degree in any discipline or equivalent competencies.


• A keen interest in geo-political affairs and social issues.


• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.


• Ability to write and present information/assessment clearly and succinctly.


• Motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills.


• Willingness to learn new knowledge and skills in a dynamic operating environment.


• Competency in digital tools and data analytics would be advantageous.


• Only Singaporeans need apply.We wish to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About MHA - Internal Security Department (ISD)

The Internal Security Department (ISD) confronts and addresses threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability. For over 75 years, ISD and its predecessor organisations have played a central role in countering threats such as those posed by foreign subversive elements, spies, racial and religious extremists, and terrorists.At the heart of our work are the collection of intelligence that enables us to size up the threats to Singapore’s internal security, and taking the executive actions necessary to overcome those threats. Every day, we collect and analyse intelligence, make impartial assessments, and take decisive action to counter the threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability, and sovereignty.