Technical Investigation & Operation Officer

Military Security Department; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Military Security Department in Singapore seeks a motivated individual to conduct technical investigations and security assessments. This role requires a tertiary qualification in engineering or a related discipline, with a focus on Electronics and Electrical Engineering. The ideal candidate should be a critical thinker, enjoy problem-solving, and possess excellent communication skills. Responsibilities include employing technologies for security, conducting research, and adapting to changing environments.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in engineering or a technical-related discipline, preferably in Electronics and Electrical Engineering.
• Interest in the field of security.
• Ability to work independently and as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical investigations and security assessments.
• Employ relevant technologies to uphold security.
• Conduct research and development of new technologies.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Tertiary qualification in engineering or technical-related discipline

Job description

What the role is:

You will be part of a team that is responsible for conducting technical investigation and technical security assessment to safeguard MINDEF/SAF.

What you will be working on:

You will employ relevant technologies and techniques to conduct technical investigation and provide sound technical assessment to uphold MINDEF/SAF’s security. You will need to keep up to date with the latest in security technology. You will also need to conduct research, development and operationalisation of new technologies to maintain the edge in core capabilities.

What we are looking for:

You must possess a tertiary qualification in engineering or a technical-related discipline, preferably in Electronics and Electrical Engineering. You should have an interest in field of security. You should be a critical-thinker who can think out of the box and enjoy problem-solving. You must be a team player who possess good communication and interpersonal skills, and can also work independently from time to time. You should be open-minded, eager to learn, and adaptable to changes. You should be resilient and self-motivated in the face of difficult challenges.

About Military Security Department

The Military Security Department (MSD)’s core business is in Counter Intelligence and internal security for MINDEF/SAF. MSD was formed in 1975 to counter the threats of espionage, subversion and sabotage against MINDEF/SAF. It began with two main entities, namely the Counter Intelligence Branch (CIB) and Field Security Branch (FSB). Over the years, the department has continued to evolve and our roles expanded in tandem with the changing security environment. Today, our roles also include Counter Terrorism and Cyber Security.