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(Senior) Software or Research Engineer (Project DCT 2) - ILLINOIS ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER AT SINGAPORE LTD.

(Senior) Software or Research Engineer (Project DCT 2) - ILLINOIS ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER AT SINGAPORE LTD.

ILLINOIS ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER AT SINGAPORE LTD.Islandwide, SG
21 days ago
Job description

Roles & Responsibilities

We are seeking a (Senior) Software / Research Engineer with strong expertise in penetration testing and secure software development. This role blends hands-on offensive security work with the design and development of security-focused tools, frameworks, and prototypes. You will collaborate with researchers to model, test, and exploit vulnerabilities, and work with engineers to integrate security into innovative systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct advanced penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on applications, networks, and systems.
  • Design and develop custom security tools, exploits, and proof-of-concept attacks for research purposes.
  • Collaborate with research teams to simulate adversarial tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs).
  • Analyze security flaws in emerging technologies and propose mitigation strategies.
  • Contribute to publications, white papers, and technical reports on findings and methodologies.
  • Keep abreast of the latest threat intelligence, attack vectors, and security trends.
  • Participate in secure architecture reviews and provide security guidance during software development.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • Proven experience in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or red teaming.
  • Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, C / C++, Go, Rust) and scripting for automation.
  • Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems (Windows, Linux), and application security.
  • Experience with common penetration testing frameworks and tools (e.g., Kali Linux, Metasploit, Burp Suite, Nmap, Wireshark).
  • Familiarity with exploit development and reverse engineering.
  • Solid knowledge of the MITRE ATT&CK framework and related offensive security models.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • OSCP, CREST CRT or similar certifications.
  • Experience in security research and vulnerability disclosure.
  • Knowledge of cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container security (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Strong technical writing and documentation skills.
  • Previous involvement in Capture the Flag (CTF) competitions or bug bounty programs.

    • What We Offer

  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge security research with a talented, multidisciplinary team.
  • A friendly, collaborative, and easy-to-work-in environment where your ideas are valued.
  • Professional development and conference participation support.

    • How to Apply :

    Please submit your CV, a short cover letter, and any relevant portfolio, GitHub repositories, or CTF write-ups along with your application.

    Tell employers what skills you have

    Kubernetes

    Wireshark

    Technical Writing

    Documentation Skills

    Computer Science

    Python

    Threat Intelligence

    Kali Linux

    Burp Suite

    Linux

    Security Research

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