Lead Engineer/Engineer, Cyber Development & Research, xCyber

The Home Team Science and Technology Agency (HTX) is a statutory board under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) which aims to pioneer innovation solutions and develop world class science and technology capabilities to transform and empower the Home Team in delivering safety and security for Singapore. The jobholder will be a member of xCybersecurity, providing security-by-design leadership to all departments in the Home Team and HTX. xCybersecurity promotes the adoption of defence-in-depth and security best practices and help enable the transformation of Home Team’s cybersecurity capabilities. Through our work, we enhance the resilience of Home Team information-communication systems and networks against sophisticated threats to confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The jobholder will be responsible for advancing Home Team’s cybersecurity posture via the development of one or more of the following capabilities: • Cyber Threat Intelligence • Cyber Threat Modelling • Cyber Threat Hunting • Cyber Threat Management • Threat Hunting and Detection Engineering • Malware Reverse Engineering • Vulnerability Research, plus multi-party vulnerability coordination and disclosure • Red Teaming • Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) • Research emerging adversarial AI threats and defence strategies. • Develop and share security frameworks and best practices for AI security governance. • A bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related Engineering fields • At least 8 years of experience in a relevant field, with a minimum of 5 years in a supervisory role. • Professional cybersecurity qualifications such as CISSP, GCIH, or relevant AI security/emerging technology credentials (preferred). • Strong ability to multi-task and perform under extreme pressure with tight deadlines. • Meticulous planning skills and attention to detail. • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team. • Resilience in managing a reasonably high level of stress while maintaining effectiveness. • Demonstrated drive, level-headedness, and adaptability in dynamic environments. • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for engaging with internal and external stakeholders. All new hires are appointed on a two-year contract in the first instance and will be assessed and considered for permanent tenure over time, based on performance. As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment. All shortlisted applicants will be updated on the status of their applications within 4 weeks upon closing of the advertisement. #LI-NL2