Senior Engineer (Threat Analysis)

MINDEF; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Job summary

MINDEF invites seasoned cyber threat intelligence engineers to join our team in Singapore. You will perform technical analysis of cyber artifacts and develop scalable solutions to process large datasets, producing accurate intelligence reports to support defence operations.

You will also train junior engineers, work with cutting-edge analysis tools, and stay ahead of evolving threats in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Education in Information Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
• At least 6 years of relevant experience
• At least two professional certifications or industry qualifications related to cyber security
• Understanding of email protocols (SMTP, SPF, DKIM, DMARC) and familiarity with phishing techniques
• Experience in analysis tools including sandboxing, URL analysis platforms and threat intelligence tools
• Knowledge of networking and web technologies
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

• Perform technical analysis of cyber artifacts for MINDEF/SAF
• Research and implement technical solutions to process large datasets and identify threats
• Produce accurate technical intelligence reports for cyber threat intelligence operations
• Train and develop junior engineers

Job description

What the role is:

You perform technical analysis of cyber artifacts that are of interest to MINDEF/SAF.

What you will be working on:

• Research and implement technical solutions to process large datasets and identify current and emerging threats
• Produce accurate and coherent technical intelligence reports in support of cyber threat intelligence operations
• Train and develop junior engineers

Challenge(s)

• Developing technical solutions to handle large number of artifacts and implementing efficient triaging algorithms in fast-paced dynamic environment
• Considering sophisticated and evolving techniques while factoring time sensitivity and need for rapid analysis
• Demonstrating resourcefulness and adaptability in dynamic environment whilst maintaining accuracy in technical intelligence reporting

What we are looking for:

• Education in Information Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field
• At least 6 years of relevant experience
• At least two professional certifications or industry recognised qualifications related to cyber security
• Understanding of email protocols (SMTP, SPF, DKIM, DMARC) and familiarity with phishing techniques and social engineering tactics
• Experience in analysis tools including sandboxing, URL analysis platforms and threat intelligence tools
• Knowledge of networking and web technologies
• Strong critical thinking, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Resourcefulness and adaptability in fast-paced dynamic environment

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

About MINDEF

The mission of MINDEF and the Singapore Armed Forces is to enhance Singapore's peace and security through deterrence and diplomacy, and should these fail, to secure a swift and decisive victory over the aggressor.The Defence Executive Officer (DXO) scheme is the non-uniformed career scheme of MINDEF that offers myriad opportunities in various job functions, such as corporate communications, cyber security, data analytics and visualisation, defence policy, finance, HR, psychology, and more. Embodying the same level of commitment towards defence, DXOs work together with their military counterparts to contribute to MINDEF/SAF’s mission and ensure Singapore's security and stability. United by this common cause, our lines of defence complement each other to secure the prosperity and progress of our nation.