You lead a team to process and perform analysis of cyber threats and their likely intent in targeting Singapore and the Defence Sector.
Lead Engineer (Cyber Threat Intelligence)
MINDEF
Permanent
Closing on 05 Sep 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Lead a team to implement technical solutions
- Oversee analysis of technical indicators from different sources
- Generate intelligence reports to support the overall cyber defence mission
- Establish and maintain good linkages with internal and external cyber-tech entities
Challenge(s)
- Maintaining currency in the tactics, techniques and procedures used by threat actors
- Keeping abreast of the technological changes and the potential threats associated with these changes
What we are looking for
- Education in Information Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or a related field
- At least 8 years of relevant work experience
- At least one advanced professional certification or industry-recognised qualification related to cyber security (e.g., GX-IH, GX-IA, GX-CS, OSED, OSEP, etc.)
- Proficiency in programming languages, operating system concepts, network protocols, network security, and cybersecurity solutions
- Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills
- Resourcefulness and adaptability
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.
About your application process
This job is closing on 05 Sep 2025.
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 MINDEF or the wider Public Service.