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Ngee Ann Polytechnic

CYBERSECURITY ANALYST - DIGITAL SERVICES & TECHNOLOGY OFFICE

Ngee Ann Polytechnic

Fixed Terms

Closing on 27 Apr 2025

What the role is

This ia a 2-year contract position as a Cybersecurity Analyst in the Digital Services & Technology Office.

What you will be working on

The Cybersecurity Analyst is responsible for managing daily cybersecurity operations, responding to incidents, analyzing security alerts, and enhancing cyber hygiene awareness. This role includes security monitoring, incident response, reporting, and automation of cybersecurity processes.

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Threat Monitoring & Response:

  • Utilize Cybersecurity tools for monitoring and follow-up actions.

  • Analyze and decode suspicious emails and security alerts

  • Review security logs for anomalous activities

  • Coordinate cyber resilience exercises (CMX/TTX) with vendors and report findings.

b. Cybersecurity Awareness & Reporting

  • Develop and execute cybersecurity awareness programs   

  • Curate awareness programme to promote Cybersecurity hygiene

  • Plan and conduct phishing exercises, compiling results for management reporting to ACISO.

c. Security Infrastructure & Automation

  • Assist in setting up, managing, and troubleshooting the Information Security (IS) portal.

  • Monitor and report ABLR-generated alerts, explore automation with Splunk.

  • Research and implement AI-based tools for cybersecurity automation and countering evolving threats.

What we are looking for

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Cybersecurity Analyst with a strong foundation in cybersecurity principles and a passion for protecting digital assets.

  • A Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

  • Understanding of cybersecurity concepts such as threat detection, incident response, and network security. Familiarity with security tools such as SIEM (e.g., Splunk), Darktrace, or SOAR platforms is a plus.

  • Knowledge of phishing detection, malware analysis, and email security.

  • Exposure to cloud security and cybersecurity frameworks (e.g., NIST, MITRE ATT&CK) is an advantage.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

  • Eagerness to learn and adapt to evolving cybersecurity threats.

  • Good communication skills for reporting and collaborating with teams.

  • Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively.

  • A proactive attitude toward cybersecurity awareness and best practices.

  • 1-2 years’ experience in cybersecurity, threat analysis, or incident response is a plus.

About Ngee Ann Polytechnic

At Ngee Ann Polytechnic, our nine academic schools offer over 40 full-time diplomas to a growing student population of more than 15,000. As a public tertiary institution, internationally-recognised for its academic excellence and close industry links, NP prides itself on having a dedicated and professional teaching faculty, complete with campus facilities that are among the finest in the world. An institution of higher learning, Ngee Ann Polytechnic believes in giving every student an enriching learning experience and every employee the opportunity to build a meaningful career. If you are a self-starter with an innovative mind, a versatile person with the drive for all-rounded excellence, and a dedicated team player who shares our vision and values, we invite you to join our inspired team.