Security Engineer, Intelligent Transport

Singtel Group; Singapore; On-site; SGD 20,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology services firm in Singapore is looking for a motivated Security Operations Engineer to join their security team. The role involves validating detections, performing log reviews, and monitoring mission-critical systems. Candidates should have strong knowledge of cybersecurity principles and hands-on experience with tools like SIEM and firewalls. This position offers mentorship and opportunities for professional growth within the company’s dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on exposure to cybersecurity tools and platforms.
• Ability to perform structured log reviews and document findings.
• Working knowledge of current cybersecurity threats and trends.

Responsibilities

• Operate SIEM/EDR/PAM platforms and patch pipelines.
• Verify and validate detections; improve coverage.
• Support the optimization of various security tools.
• Perform log reviews and threat hunting.
• Monitor security systems and report KPIs.
• Document lessons learned for continuous improvement.

Skills

Operating Systems (Windows/Linux)

Networking Fundamentals

Core Cybersecurity Principles

Log Reviews

Knowledge of Cybersecurity Tools (SIEM/EDR/XDR)

Tools

SIEM/EDR/PAM

Firewalls

Intrusion Detection Systems

Asset/Patch Management Tools

Job description

Security Engineer, Intelligent Transport

NCS is a leading technology services firm that operates across the Asia Pacific region in over 20 cities, providing consulting, digital services, technology solutions, and more. We believe in harnessing the power of technology to achieve extraordinary things, creating lasting value and impact for our communities, partners, and people. Our diverse workforce of 13,000 has delivered large-scale, mission‑critical, and multi‑platform projects for governments and enterprises in Singapore and the APAC region.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail‑oriented Security Operations Engineer to join our growing security team. You’ll validate detections, perform log reviews and threat hunting, advice on patching decisions, and keep mission critical system platforms healthy via routine monitoring and system health checks. You’ll gain mentorship and certification opportunities to develop end‑to‑end capability from architecture to day‑to‑day operations.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• Assist in operating SIEM/EDR/PAM platforms and patch pipelines.
• Verify and validate detections; tune rules/use‑cases to reduce false positives and improve coverage.
• Support the configuration, maintenance, and optimization of various security tools and platforms (e.g., antivirus, firewalls, intrusion detection systems).
• Perform log reviews and threat hunting; escalator and track incidents to closure.
• Partner with stakeholders to monitor security systems, schedule health checks, and report platform KPIs.
• Contribute to continuous improvement by documenting lessons learned and sharing best practices.
• Stay current with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies, actively seeking opportunities to enhance technical knowledge.
• Solid understanding of operating systems (Windows/Linux), networking fundamentals, and application architecture.
• Hands‑on exposure to SIEM/EDR/XDR/PAM/Firewalls/IPS and asset/patch management tools.
• Ability to perform structured log reviews and summarise findings clearly.
• Working knowledge of core cybersecurity principles (threats, vulnerabilities, detection vs response).
• Let us know if you have a specific cybersecurity skill that is not listed here and we would be glad to talk.

We are driven by our AEIOU beliefs—Adventure, Excellence, Integrity, Ownership, and Unity—and we seek individuals who embody these values in both their professional and personal lives. We are committed to our Impact: Valuing our clients, Growing our people, and Creating our future.

Together, we make the extraordinary happen.

Learn more about us at ncs.co and visit our LinkedIn career site.