Security Software Developer

Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies

Permanent

What the role is

About CSIT:
CSIT is at the forefront of cybersecurity, delivering cutting-edge solutions to protect Singapore from Cyber threats. We specialize in developing cutting-edge pentesting products and platforms that enable proactive security assessments and vulnerability identification. At CSIT, we foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning, where talented individuals can thrive and make a meaningful impact in the field of cyber security. Join us in our mission to outsmart cyber threats with advanced penetration testing tools.
Role Summary:
As a Software Developer in our team, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and maintaining products to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities. You will also design, build, and optimize systems that support our security infrastructure and enhance our cybersecurity capabilities.

What you will be working on

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain cutting-edge pentesting products and platforms to support day-to-day cyber security operations.

• Architect and implement scalable, reliable, and secure software solutions for pentesting operations and exercises.

• Develop scripts and tools to streamline the deployment, configuration, and orchestration of pentesting environments.

• Research and develop security testing frameworks and techniques for pentesting tools to simulate real-world attack scenarios.

• Collaborate with security researchers and analysts to identify emerging threats and vulnerabilities for inclusion in pentesting simulations.

• Design, implement, and maintain (CI/CD) Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery pipelines for rapid iteration and delivery of products.

• Stay abreast of the latest industry trends in Cybersecurity and DevOps, and integrate new technologies as appropriate.

What we are looking for

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field

• Proficiency in at least 1 of the programming languages: C/C++, C#, Java or Python

• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues.

• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders
Nice to haves

• Understanding of security protocols and technologies, such as SSL/TLS, HTTP, and network security

• Understanding of cybersecurity concepts

• Familiar with container technology such as Docker

• Familiar with database concepts, queries and optimisation techniques

• Experience with Agile software development methodologies and version control systems such as Git
As CSIT is an agency under the Ministry of Defence (Singapore), only Singapore Citizens will be considered.

About Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies

The Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies is the lead digital technology agency in the Ministry of Defence, and a member of the Defence Technology Community. Our technical focus areas include Cybersecurity, Data Analytics, Software Engineering, and Cloud Infrastructure and Services. We conduct applied research and develop customised digital solutions to support national missions such as cyber defence and counter-terrorism.
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About your application process

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 for other roles within Centre for Strategic Infocomm Technologies or the wider Public Service.