Shaping Singapore's digital future, we at the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA) often tackle head-on challenges that come with developing and deploying emerging, frontier technologies across various sectors. We Dream, Design and Deliver in the technology and media space, leading Singapore into a limitless digital future.
Join us in playing an exciting role in building Singapore's digital metropolis.
If you have what it takes to build Singapore's digital future with us, we are looking for a Cyber Threat Hunter to join the Connectivity, Cybersecurity & Resilience Group!
What the role is:
The Advanced Cybersecurity Division plays a critical role within IMDA by applying cybersecurity expertise to support various operational and developmental activities, with strong focus on emerging technologies such as 5G and Cloud. As Singapore's economy continues to digitalise, an effective wireless communications infrastructure is key to support Singapore's digital economy, and this division ensures that our digital infrastructure remains secure against evolving cyber threats.
You will be part of a dynamic team, which aims to:
- Proactively identify and neutralise advanced cyber threats targeting Singapore's critical digital infrastructure, reporting to the Advanced Cybersecurity Division leadership.
What you will be working on:
- Design and deliver comprehensive Cyber Threat Hunting programmes to protect Singapore's digital infrastructure
- Perform advanced threat hunting activities, including hypothesis creation, search queries and detailed reporting of findings
- Manage and coordinate threat hunts with asset owners and security teams across various sectors
- Analyse system and network logs and forensic images to identify sophisticated threats and attack patterns
- Draft comprehensive reports and present critical findings to stakeholders and senior management
- Proactively track emerging cyber threats to ensure threat hunting capabilities remain current and effective
- Participate in cyber security exercises and incident response activities
- Provide expert cybersecurity advice on threat vectors, risk assessment and mitigation measures
What we are looking for:
- Background in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Security or equivalent qualification
- Minimum 3 years of work experience in information security with hands-on threat hunting experience
- Relevant GIAC certifications such as GCFA (GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst) or GCFR (GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner)
- Proven experience in threat hunting methodologies and risk assessment frameworks
- Strong analytical mindset with exceptional attention to detail for identifying subtle threat indicators
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders and present complex technical findings
