Assistant Cybersecurity Engineer, Surveillance & Security Operations (Contract)
[What the role is]
This role would be part of a 24 x 7 Cybersecurity Operations Centre (SOC).[What you will be working on]
Security Operations Centre
Analyst will be part of a 24 x 7 Cybersecurity Operations Centre (SOC)
Develop and enhance the integrated SOC for advanced cyber threat monitoring and detection, early warning and active defence capabilities for MAS
Work closely with internal teams and cross-agency partners to investigate and to respond to cybersecurity threats timely
Work with internal teams to perform cyber threat monitoring, rules tuning, develop and maintain automation infrastructures, threat hunting, security projects to enhance cyber hygiene, streamline procedures and update and improve on SOPs
Develop new rules based on changing threats and environment
Generate periodic management reports
Improve efficiency and quality through automation
Lead and/or participate in various internal, external and international forums/projects and exercises on cyber security
[What we are looking for]
Background in Engineering, Computer Science or related fields
Experience with SIEM and EDR/XDR
Relevant SOC experience
Knowledge in hacking and performing digital investigations
Knowledge in networking, Windows administration or Linux administration
Knowledge in cloud services and infrastructures
Knowledge in basic scripting/programming
Self-motivated learner who is able to work in a fast-paced environment
Able to work independently or in teams
Strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills
Able to multi-task effectively
Normal office hours, but off-office hours standby to respond to exigencies is expected
Fresh graduates are welcome to apply
As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.
This is a 2-Year contract position. All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.
Skills Required
- Degree/background in Engineering, Computer Science or related fields
- Experience with SIEM
- Experience with EDR/XDR
- Relevant SOC experience
- Knowledge of hacking and digital investigations
- Knowledge of networking
- Windows administration knowledge
- Linux administration knowledge
- Knowledge of cloud services and infrastructures
- Basic scripting/programming skills
- Ability to work independently and in teams
- Self-motivated learner, able to work in fast-paced environment
- Strong analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills
- Able to multi-task effectively and be on off-hours standby when required
What We Do
The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) is a government agency responsible for strategies that enhance Singapore’s position as a global centre for business, innovation, and talent. It undertakes investment promotion and industry development.









