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Government Technology Agency

Cybersecurity Specialist (Penetration Testing) Traineeship [GRIT@Gov]

Traineeship
Closing on 27 Nov 2025

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What the role is

About GovTech

The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) is the lead agency driving Singapore’s Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. As the Centre of Excellence for Infocomm Technology and Smart Systems (ICT & SS), GovTech develops the Singapore Government’s capabilities in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Smart City Technology, Digital Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity.

At GovTech, we offer you a purposeful career to make lives better. We empower our people to master their craft through continuous and robust learning and development opportunities all year round. Our GovTechies embody our Agile, Bold and Collaborative values to deliver impactful solutions.

 

GovTech aims to transform the delivery of Government digital services by taking an "outside-in" view, putting citizens and businesses at the heart of everything we do.

Play a part in Singapore’s vision to build a Smart Nation and embark on your meaningful journey to build tech for public good. Join us to advance our mission and shape your future with us today!

Learn more about GovTech at tech.gov.sg.

What you will be working on

About the Role 

We are seeking a Cybersecurity Specialist (Penetration Testing) Trainee to join GovTech's Cybersecurity Group as part of our Vulnerability Assessment & Penetration Testing (VAPT) team. This traineeship programme is designed for fresh graduates or early-career professionals who are passionate about cybersecurity and want to develop expertise in penetration testing and adversary simulation. You will be part of a team that helps protect Singapore's government assets from cyberattacks whilst gaining hands-on experience in cutting-edge cybersecurity practices.  

  

As a trainee, you will receive comprehensive training and mentorship whilst contributing to real-world cybersecurity assessments. You will have opportunities to work on diverse projects spanning infrastructure security, web and mobile application testing, cloud security assessments, and adversary simulation exercises. This dynamic environment will help you quickly assimilate knowledge in emerging technologies and cybersecurity trends aligned with Singapore's Smart Nation initiatives.  

 

What You’ll Expect 

  • Gain in-depth knowledge of common and advanced tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) used by cyber adversaries  

  • Develop hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology stacks including Terraform, cloud platforms, Kubernetes, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)  

  • Work with modern security tools, automation frameworks, and penetration testing platforms  

  • Interact with international security researchers and ethical hackers through bug bounty programme management  

  • Research emerging penetration testing and adversary simulation methodologies

Key Responsibilities: 

  • Learn to conduct VAPT across IT systems, networks, web applications, mobile applications, and cloud deployments under supervision  

  • Assist in vulnerability triage and analysis of security findings from various sources including bug bounty programmes  

  • Support the team in conducting targeted Adversary Simulations (AS) and learning advanced attack techniques  

  • Develop documentation skills by producing findings reports, impact analyses, and remediation guidelines  

  • Participate in stakeholder presentations and learn to communicate technical findings effectively  

  • Build automation tools using Python or C# to streamline security operations and testing processes

What we are looking for

Required Qualifications: 

  • Degree in Information Security, Computer Science/Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent  

  • Proficient in at least one programming language (Python, C#, or JavaScript preferred)  

  • Comfortable with PowerShell and bash scripting  

  • Strong problem-solving skills and analytical mindset  

  • Good communication abilities and enthusiasm to learn  

  • Curiosity about cybersecurity, ethical hacking, and emerging threats 

About your application process

This job is closing on 27 Nov 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 Government Technology Agency or the wider Public Service.

Eligibility for GRIT@Gov traineeship

The GRaduate Industry Traineeship Programme within the Public Service (GRIT@Gov) aims to provide fresh graduates with opportunities to gain industry-relevant skills and experience that can strengthen their employability to take up full time roles in the sector.

All trainees must fulfil the following criteria:

  • Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident; and
  • Graduated or graduating in 2024 or 2025 from Universities, Polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) and other Educational Institutions (e.g. private universities and overseas institutions); or
  • Graduated earlier from above institutions and completed National Service in 2024 or 2025.

Trainees who complete their studies from Universities, Polytechnics, the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) or other Educational Institutions within 2025 but who will only receive their qualification/certification award in 2026 are eligible for the programme as well.

Learn more about GRIT@GOV

About Government Technology Agency

The Government Technology Agency (GovTech) is the lead agency driving Singapore’s Smart Nation initiatives and public sector digital transformation. As the Centre of Excellence for Infocomm Technology and Smart Systems (ICT & SS), GovTech develops the Singapore Government’s capabilities in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, Application Development, Smart City Technology, Digital Infrastructure, and Cybersecurity. At GovTech, we offer you a purposeful career to make lives better. We empower our people to master their craft through continuous and robust learning and development opportunities all year round. Our GovTechies embody our Agile, Bold and Collaborative values to deliver impactful solutions. GovTech aims to transform the delivery of Government digital services by taking an "outside-in" view, putting citizens and businesses at the heart of everything we do. Play a part in Singapore’s vision to build a Smart Nation and embark on your meaningful journey to build tech for public good. Join us to advance our mission and shape your future with us today! Learn more about GovTech at tech.gov.sg.

Learn more about Government Technology Agency