Security & IT Operations Engineer — Regulated FinTech

HYDRAX PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydra X is seeking an Associate Engineer to support security and IT operations in Singapore. You will run internal IT administration, maintain control records for regulatory obligations, and support infrastructure security and key management under supervision.

This hands-on role is ideal for engineers early in their career who want to build a career in security engineering within a regulated financial institution, working with teams across Asia and collaborating with Risk, Compliance and

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in IT operations, infrastructure support, systems administration or related technical role.
• Working knowledge of Linux and networking fundamentals.
• Familiarity with identity and access management concepts, including account provisioning, permissions and access reviews.
• Some scripting ability in Python, Bash or similar language.
• Careful, methodical working habits and adherence to controlled procedures.
• Clear written documentation and accurate record keeping.
• Willingness to learn cryptographic key management, cloud security and regulatory technology requirements.
• Strong written and verbal English.
• Based in Singapore and able to attend on-site activities.

Responsibilities

• Run internal IT administration for the Singapore office, including account provisioning and onboarding/offboarding.
• Administer internal systems and access controls and prepare records for access reviews.
• Provide IT support to staff and coordinate with service providers.
• Collect and maintain technical control evidence for ISO 27001, SOC 2, MAS TRM-aligned reviews and audits.
• Implement remediation on systems, including patching and configuration changes.
• Track open remediation items and report status for review and closure.
• Prepare security and control metrics for ISMS reporting.
• Support infrastructure security work including patching and vulnerability remediation.
• Support security monitoring, log management and incident investigation.
• Assist cryptographic key management operations under supervision.
• Maintain runbooks and audit-ready documentation.
• Support penetration testing and specialist assessments.

Skills

Linux

Networking basics

IAM concepts

Python scripting

Documentation

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related

Job description

Hydra X is seeking an Associate Engineer to support security and IT operations in Singapore. You will run internal IT administration, maintain control records for regulatory obligations, and support infrastructure security and key management under supervision.

This hands-on role is ideal for engineers early in their career who want to build a career in security engineering within a regulated financial institution, working with teams across Asia and collaborating with Risk, Compliance and