ISD confronts and addresses threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability. For over 75 years, ISD and its predecessor organisations have played a central role in countering threats such as those posed by foreign subversive elements, spies, racial and religious extremists, and terrorists. A fulfilling and rewarding career awaits those who want to join in ISD’s critical mission of keeping Singapore safe, secure and sovereign for all Singaporeans. As a Security Assessment Analyst, you will be involved in conducting risk assessment, identifying security issues and threats to Singapore’s internal security and developing policy framework to address them.
MHA - Internal Security Department (ISD)
Security Assessment Analyst
Permanent
Closing on 24 Apr 2026What the role is
What you will be working on
As a Security Assessment Analyst, you will be performing analytical processing of cases to identify security risks, articulating key issues of security concern, and working with stakeholders to propose sound recommendations in accordance with established security policies and protocols to pre-empt and neutralise threats to Singapore. You will also support intelligence collection and operational intervention, as well as maintain intelligence databases. You may also be involved in ongoing or new projects that aim to adopt technological tools to automate and improve processing workflows.
What we are looking for
- Degree in any discipline or equivalent competencies.
- A keen interest in geo-political affairs and social issues.
- Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to write and present information/assessment clearly and succinctly.
- Motivated team player with strong interpersonal skills.
- Willingness to learn new knowledge and skills in a dynamic operating environment.
- Competency in digital tools and data analytics would be advantageous.
- Only Singaporeans need apply.
We wish to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
About your application process
This job is closing on 24 Apr 2026.
If you do not hear from us within 4 weeks of the job ad closing date, we seek your understanding that it is likely that we are not moving forward with your application for this role. We thank you for your interest and would like to assure you that this does not affect your other job applications with the Public Service. We encourage you to explore and apply for other roles within MHA - Internal Security Department (ISD) or the wider Public Service.
About MHA - Internal Security Department (ISD)
The Internal Security Department (ISD) confronts and addresses threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability. For over 75 years, ISD and its predecessor organisations have played a central role in countering threats such as those posed by foreign subversive elements, spies, racial and religious extremists, and terrorists.
At the heart of our work are the collection of intelligence that enables us to size up the threats to Singapore’s internal security, and taking the executive actions necessary to overcome those threats. Every day, we collect and analyse intelligence, make impartial assessments, and take decisive action to counter the threats to Singapore’s internal security and stability, and sovereignty.
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