Job Description
DSO National Laboratories (DSO) is Singapore's largest defence research and development (R&D) organisation, with the critical mission to develop technological solutions to sharpen the cutting edge of Singapore's national security. At DSO, you will develop more than just a career. This is where you will make a real impact and shape the future of defence across the spectrum of air, land, sea, space and cyberspace.
The Human Systems (HS) Division strengthens Singapore's defence by developing capabilities in Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear defence, human factor engineering, and behavioural science. We protect against chemical and biological warfare and enhance the safety and performance of the Singapore Armed Forces.
People are DSO's greatest asset. You will get to realise your career aspirations and develop your own niche either as a deep technical expert or a leader in the team. With frequent career dialogues and a robust training and development framework, we will provide you with the necessary development tools for you to reach your potential. You will also be recognised and rewarded through competitive remuneration packages and scholarship opportunities.
System Administrator (Human Systems)
Role
In this role, you will provide support to maintain a secure, robust and reliable infrastructure for the IT systems in the Division, including:
- Assisting with setting up of IT systems in the Division, including requirement gathering and implementation of suitable hardware and software solutions
- Installation of software on servers/end point devices, and testing and troubleshooting after installation, where applicable
- Assisting with implementation and maintenance of IT security of systems/devices in accordance with DSO Cybersecurity Policy
- Performing periodic preventive and corrective maintenance, updates and upgrades to software/hardware in the Division, including operating systems, end point devices and applications
- Performing audit of IT systems to ensure compliance with DSO IT Security Policy
- Providing advices to Division staff on IT related matters
- Maintaining database of IT systems and endpoint devices in the Division, and provide reports to the Division Management on the status of the systems and devices
Job Requirements
- Degree / Diploma in Computer and Information Science/ Computer and Network Technology/ Computer & Networking/ Computer Science/ Computer Science and Systems/ Information Technology
- Strong analytical skill with aptitude in dealing with technical and operational problems
- Knowledge and hands on experience in the following areas would be an advantage: windows environment and security applications, Linux environment and security applications, database administration, IT asset management
- Proficiency in OS and software patch management via patch management software
- Candidates with the following certificates are preferred: CompTIA related certificate, ITIL Foundation, Microsoft 365 certified
