You process and analyse cyber threats, implementing technical solutions and generating intelligence reports to support the overall cyber defence mission.

Engineer (Malware Analysis)
MINDEF
Permanent
Closing on 31 Jul 2025
What the role is
What you will be working on
- Analyse technical threat indicators
- Generate cyber intelligence reports
- Implement technical solutions
- Monitor emerging cyber threats
Train and guide cyber specialists
- Establish and maintain good links with partners both within and outside of the MINDEF/SAF cyber-tech ecosystem
Challenge(s)
- Constantly keeping up with the digital technology and the TTPs of cyber threat actors
- Managing multiple stakeholder relationships
What we are looking for
- Education in Information Security, Computer Science, Computer Engineering or related field
- good understanding of programming or scripting languages, operating system concepts and cyber security solutions
- Professional certifications (e.g., CISSP, GCIH, GREM, GCFA, OSCP) is preferred
- Experience in cyber threat intelligence is advantageous
- Strong critical thinking abilities
- Analytical and problem-solving 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.