Total 35 job vacancies by Nanyang Technological University

ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (NIE)

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation’s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research. Read more about NIE here.

NIE invites suitable candidates to join the Public, International & Alumni Relations (PIAR) department as an Executive, Hospitality Relations.

Responsibilities

Primary

Reporting to the Manager or Head of Department, this role will manage the Institute’s Hospitality Relations matters, including:

· Co-manage incoming visits to NIE as part of building brand engagement and experience.

· Co-manage protocol-related matters for official visits and events.

· Work closely with the different departments to facilitate visit requests.

· Co-manage the Institute’s graduation ceremonies in various areas including guest management, production of graduation videos, receptions, etc.

· Co-manage the NIE Visitors Learning Centre.

· Co-manage the coordination and submission of various corporate reports to key internal and external stakeholders.

· Manage the entire process for corporate gifts, including selection, procurement, personalization, inventory management, and timely distribution to colleagues and visitors.

Secondary

Support the Institute and department’s initiatives and projects as required, including:

· Work with the social media team to ensure content is accurate, current and engaging.

· To assist all other NIE departments in branding and marketing strategies as and when required, such as managing print or motion production that supports the branding initiatives of the Institute.

· Assist in University events as and when necessary.

Requirements

· Minimally a polytechnic diploma in Business, Hospitality, Marketing or Communications.

· Good written and oral communication skills and strong networking skills.

· Proven experience in partner/event management, working with diverse teams to achieve objectives.

· Strong attention to details.

· Experience in hospitality or service industry will be an advantage.

· A dynamic team player who can also work independently.

· Adaptable and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.

· Strong conceptual and analytical skills.

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Other Information

NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their homes to NIE campus. This is subject to the availability of seats.

The Office of Patient Engagement (OPEN) brings patient and public voices into medical research and education in LKCMedicine. OPEN works with researchers and educators to integrate patient and public involvement and engagement (PPIE) into their work, connecting them to patients and the community.

OPEN is seeking a motivated Research Fellow / Research Associate to play a key role in the development of PPIE programmes in the School, which will build PPIE capacity in OPEN and the LKCMedicine community.

Responsibilities:

• Contribute to design, data collection, analysis and interpretation of quantitative, qualitative and co-design studies
• Project management of program of work, ensuring study deliverables, reports and publications are completed punctually according to study and grant timelines
• Work effectively with other research and education teams to grow patient-public involvement and engagement (PPIE) and design patient engagement activities in LKCMedicine
• Develop curriculum materials for PPIE capability building programmes
• Perform literature searches and scientific writing in the form of grants, manuscripts, reports, reviews, abstracts, posters and oral presentations
• Assist in communications with institutional review board staff regarding ethics applications, amendments, and reports
• Establish and maintain close communication with all stakeholders and study team
• Assist in the supervision of student projects within the program of work.
• Ensure all work processes meet the ethical standards of the University, Singapore Good Clinical Practice Guidelines and other applicable regulatory and ethical requirements
• Assist with any other duties of a similar nature that are delegated by the Faculty Lead and Deputy Director of OPEN.

Competencies and Qualification Requirements:

• PhD qualification or equivalent certification or experience in health services research, implementation science or a related discipline (eg medicine, nursing, allied health, psychology, public health, social science, statistics, communications)
• Experience in health services, implementation research, co-design or patient-public involvement
• Design of research projects using a range of methods (experience of quantitative and qualitative methods)
• Competent in utilising software packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, NVivo
• Confident facilitator for workshops and focus group discussions
• Successful research activity evidenced by:
• Peer reviewed grant income
• Publication in national and international journals
• Presentations at national and international conferences
• Ability to work effectively, both individually, as well as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken

The Nanyang Business School (NBS) is recruiting a Research Scientist in the area of data protection law and data privacy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in primary legal research on databases such as Lexis-Nexis, HeinOnline etc
• Collate research materials found, inclusive of preparing summaries of research materials which involves reading and drafting written summaries of regulatory materials, legal judgments, and secondary materials
• Formulation and development of data governance structures and frameworks
• Other research administrative tasks

Job Requirements:

• Master in Law with extensive experience in research and/or in data protection law
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organised and meticulous
• Capable of following instructions meticulously

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Nanyang Business School (NBS) is recruiting a Research Scientist / Research Associate (Part-Time) in the area of data protection law and data privacy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in primary legal research on databases such as Lexis-Nexis, HeinOnline etc
• Collate research materials found, inclusive of preparing summaries of research materials which involves reading and drafting written summaries of regulatory materials, legal judgments, and secondary materials
• Formulation and development of data governance structures and frameworks
• Other research administrative tasks

Job Requirements:

• Master in Law with extensive experience in research and/or in data protection law
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organised and meticulous
• Capable of following instructions meticulously

About Nanyang Business School

One of Asia’s leading business schools, the College of Business (Nanyang Business School), CoB (NBS) at NTU Singapore is committed to nurture talents by adapting to the fast-evolving business environment and developing leaders for today and tomorrow. We embrace the connection between business, technological innovation, and entrepreneurship while maintaining a strong focus on sustainability. This is evident in our inter-disciplinary and industry-relevant education and research.

We are a leading research-powered business school focusing on business education in a technology-driven world. Taking a principled, evidence-based, and inter-disciplinary approach, we produce top-notch and impactful research to tackle world-scale challenges, advance business theories, and enhance management practice.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Nanyang Business School (NBS) provides a vibrant intellectual environment that fosters world-class innovative, cutting-edge research.

This Project Officer position is based in the the Leadership, Management, and Organization Division in the Nanyang Business School, Nanyang Technological University. The division includes scholars who conduct world-class research on organisational behaviour, culture and cultural intelligence, leadership, human resource management, and communication management.

The Project Officer will be working closely with Asst Prof Chong Sin Hui on research related to work-life management, career management, life-long and life-wide learning, and mid-career transitions.

The completion of these tasks will contribute to the timely collection of high-quality data to advance knowledge of how to support mid-career learning and optimize work-life management among Singaporeans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Completing research administrative tasks such as IRB application, participant management, scheduling of data collections, participant payments, website management, references and citations management, etc
• Assisting in research development and design
• Conducting focus group discussions with selected samples
• Transcribing, coding and analysing focus group discussions on work-life management, life-long and life-wide learning, and career management
• Designing and creating surveys on online survey platforms such as Qualtrics
• Managing data and assist with statistical analyses
• Collaborating effectively with Asst Prof Chong and other research team members consisting of faculty, PhD and undergraduate students

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Business, Sociology, or Public Policy
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are essential to conduct research
• Basic knowledge of or prior experience with qualitative research (e.g., what it is, how it is conducted and analyzed, etc.)
• Working knowledge of research softwares or websites such as SPSS, Excel, Qualtrics, and Endnote
• Interest in organizational behavior or organizational psychology research on work-life management, career management, life-long and life-wide learning, and workforce reentry
• Ability to communicate with participants professionally to facilitate focus group discussions
• Familiarity with Singapore’s workforce skill development landscape, such as having basic knowledge of schemes like SkillsFuture, etc
• Willingness to learn research statistical and analytical skills on the job

This position is a 6-month contract position. It would be especially relevant and developmental for individuals who are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree in Business or Social Sciences in future, as you will receive the opportunities to acquire research skills on the job.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, full CV and names and contact details of three referees in one document. Enquiries about this position can be made to Asst Prof Chong Sin Hui (sinhui.chong@ntu.edu.sg). Review of applications will begin on 1 Nov 2024.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Nanyang Business School (NBS) provides a vibrant intellectual environment that fosters world-class innovative, cutting-edge research.

This Project Officer position is based in the the Leadership, Management, and Organization Division in the Nanyang Business School, Nanyang Technological University. The division includes scholars who conduct world-class research on organisational behaviour, culture and cultural intelligence, leadership, human resource management, and communication management.

The Project Officer will be working closely with Asst Prof Chong Sin Hui on research related to work-life management, career management, life-long and life-wide learning, and mid-career transitions.

The completion of these tasks will contribute to the timely collection of high-quality data to advance knowledge of how to support mid-career learning and optimize work-life management among Singaporeans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Completing research administrative tasks such as IRB application, participant management, scheduling of data collections, participant payments, website management, references and citations management, etc
• Assisting in research development and design
• Conducting focus group discussions with selected samples
• Transcribing, coding and analysing focus group discussions on work-life management, life-long and life-wide learning, and career management
• Designing and creating surveys on online survey platforms such as Qualtrics
• Managing data and assist with statistical analyses
• Collaborating effectively with Asst Prof Chong and other research team members consisting of faculty, PhD and undergraduate students

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Business, Sociology, or Public Policy
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English are essential to conduct research
• Basic knowledge of or prior experience with qualitative research (e.g., what it is, how it is conducted and analyzed, etc.)
• Working knowledge of research softwares or websites such as SPSS, Excel, Qualtrics, and Endnote
• Interest in organizational behavior or organizational psychology research on work-life management, career management, life-long and life-wide learning, and workforce reentry
• Ability to communicate with participants professionally to facilitate focus group discussions
• Familiarity with Singapore’s workforce skill development landscape, such as having basic knowledge of schemes like SkillsFuture, etc
• Willingness to learn research statistical and analytical skills on the job

This position would be especially relevant and developmental for individuals who are interested in pursuing a postgraduate research degree in Business or Social Sciences in future, as you will receive the opportunities to acquire research skills on the job.

Interested applicants are invited to submit a cover letter, full CV and names and contact details of three referees in one document. Enquiries about this position can be made to Asst Prof Chong Sin Hui (sinhui.chong@ntu.edu.sg). Review of applications will begin on 1 Nov 2024.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (NIE)

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation’s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research.

NIE invites suitable candidates to join the Division of Academic Computing & Information Services (ACIS) as a Security Analyst for Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC). This is a 3-year contract position.

Key Responsibilities:

Governance

• Coordinate with internal and external audit teams and assist in audit planning.
• Help deliver security awareness programs for staff and manage security governance efforts.
• Stay updated on IT trends and recommend best practices to align with governance policies.
• Support cybersecurity projects to ensure alignment with security objectives.

Risk Management

• Assist in identifying and assessing IT risks and managing vulnerabilities and threats.
• Support risk management in cybersecurity projects by focusing on threats and vulnerabilities.
• Track and monitor audit remediation actions related to risk management.
• Measure the effectiveness of security awareness programs to minimize risks from human error.
  

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with internal standards (ISO 27001, ISO 22301) and external regulations.
• Facilitate responses to internal and external IT audits.
• Participate in audit engagements and report on audit issues and remediation.
• Provide ongoing compliance reporting to ensure timely remediation of audit findings.

Requirements:

Educational Qualification(s)

• A University Degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, or Compliance, or an equivalent qualification.
• Desirable Certifications: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CRISC, or other relevant certifications.

Relevant Experience

• 3-5 years of experience in Information Security, IT Risk Management, or Compliance, preferably in a higher education or similar environment.
• Experience with IT security audits and compliance reviews in regulated industries.
• Experience with vendor security assessments and managing third-party security risks.
• Experience in security awareness training and working in cross-functional teams.

Knowledge Required

• Security Frameworks: ISO 27001, CTM, NIST, CIS controls, and their application in operational environments.
• Regulatory Standards: Understanding of the Cybersecurity Bill, PDPA, and related security laws.
• Risk Management: Knowledge of risk assessments, mitigation strategies, and identifying threats to information systems.
• Audit Processes: Understanding security audit processes, compliance, and remediation.
• IT System: Good knowledge of IT infrastructure, application management, and cybersecurity practices.
• GRC Tools: Experience with Governance, Risk, and Compliance platforms and software is advantageous.

Skills and Competencies

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze security risks and make data-driven decisions.
• Communication Skills: Ability to convey technical security concepts to non-technical audiences and document findings.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving capabilities, particularly during security incidents.
• Attention to Detail: High focus on detail in audits and risk assessments.
• Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Team Collaboration: Proven ability to work with cross-functional teams (IT, legal, compliance, vendors).

Other Personal Attributes

• Integrity and Confidentiality: High ethical standards and the ability to handle sensitive information.
• Proactivity: Ability to act independently and proactively address security challenges.
• Adaptability: Capable of adjusting to evolving security threats and changes in regulations.
• Resilience under Pressure: Ability to make sound decisions under pressure, particularly during audits or security incidents.

Other Information

NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their home to the NIE campus. This is subject to the availability of bus routes and seats.

Req ID: R00018942

The Nanyang Centre for Public Administration (NCPA), at the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences, Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore invites applications for Research Fellow.

The main theme of fellowship is on "The New Political Economy and Public Governance in a Globalizing Asia", with a focus on China and/or Southeast Asia (Singapore in particular), including ASEAN integration in the contexts of changing geopolitics and the new international political economy, such as the RCEP.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with Director (Research & Executive Education), NCPA (Professor Liu Hong), who will serve as the primary mentor, and other research staff at NCPA as well as the School of Social Sciences.
• Conduct independent research, develop research proposals, collaborate on projects, and contribute to academic publications.
• Coordinate NCPA's research activities within NTU (including the Lien Ying Chow Legacy Fellowship Programme) and with external partners.

Job Requirements

• PhD in one of the relevant fields of Asian Studies, international political economy, political science, public policy, or other fields such as sociology, ethnic studies, and global history.
• Interdisciplinary and comparative approach to Asian governance in the context of globalization and new geopolitics is particularly welcome.
• For those working on China and ASEAN context, bilingual capacities (English and Chinese or English and a Southeast Asian language) is essential to facilitate the research process.
• Demonstrated records in publication and research activities in the relevant research themes.
• Preferably with experiences in the Asian region and able to connect area studies with on-going discourses about the international political economy and public governance.

The appointment will be for a period for two years, with the possibility of renewal subject to performance review and budget availability.

Applicants must state in their applications the research area(s) they are applying for. They must demonstrate in their research plan how their expertise crosses different disciplines and relates to the research area they are applying for.

Successful applicant should ideally begin fellowship in October 2024 or soon afterward, subject to mutual agreement.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Fraunhofer Singapore Research Centre FSR@NTU, belongs to the independent research centre at Nanyang Technological University (NTU). Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft (www.fraunhofer.de) is one of the world’s leading applied research organizations with around 30,800 employees, predominantly scientists and engineers in Germany. In Singapore, Fraunhofer operates two independent but closely related and cooperative organizations: Fraunhofer-NTU Centre FSR@NTU and Fraunhofer Singapore Research Ltd. Fraunhofer Singapore Research Ltd is the 1st affiliate of the Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft in Asia. Both entities are legally independent entities working in close collaboration in joint facilities.

We invite applicants to join the centre as a Research Associate. You will be part of the research team and will work on projects on quantum communication security including quantum side channel analysis and quantum hacking, new evaluation and testing procedures for Quantum Security Technology and Quantum Key Distribution (QKD). You will conduct new research and development in quantum security – investigating and translating methods into tools and frameworks and implementing working prototypes that can demonstrate how research outputs can be innovated to build new quantum testing and evaluation capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct evaluation of state-of-the-art quantum security technology, quantum key distribution systems and associated quantum cryptography protocols and implementations
• Develop and test research methods on non-invasive and semi-invasive aspects of quantum security including but not limited to classic/quantum hacking and side channel analysis, etc.
• Investigate methods and implement tools and pipeline to be included in the future quantum security testing platform
• Work closely with the team to design and develop research prototypes into the proof-of-concept testing systems.
• Publish in top international conferences for quantum communication and security our research
• Prepare reports and documentation about the implementations produced for the project

Job Requirements:

• MSc/MEng in applied physics including quantum physics.
• Strong understanding of quantum communication, quantum information theory and quantum key distribution with prior working experience is required
• Prior experience with testing and evaluation of quantum side channel is required.
• Experience in security evaluation methods, analyses and testing is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and to develop solutions under strict timelines is a must.
• Good communication skills and some interdisciplinary interest is desired, to be able to interact with researchers at the Centre.
• Creative, curious, self-motivated and a team player with good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficiency in English - Essential to conduct research

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Temasek Laboratories@NTU is looking for a candidate to join them as a Research Scientist.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct evaluation of state of the art embedded microcontroller and associated cryptography algorithms
• Develop and test research methods on non-invasive and semi-invasive aspects of hardware security including but not limited to: post-quantum cryptography, Embedded Security, IoT security, Hardware Forensics etc
• Responsible for device setup, device testing, data analysis and reporting
• Publish in top international venues for optimal communication of our research

Job Requirements

• Minimally Master’s degree in Electrical / Electronic / Computer Engineering or equivalent
• Applicants with PhD preferred
• Prior experience in working with embedded systems is required
• Prior experience with coding and evaluation of cryptography hardware or quantum devices is required
• Coding background in either of C/Java/Assembly/Python/VHDL for analysis is required
• Basic knowledge of advanced cryptography algorithms like post quantum cryptography is prefered
• Creative, curious, self-motivated and a team player with good analytical and problem-solving skills

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The College of Computing & Data Science (CCDS) invites applications for the position of Project Officer.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design a secure protocol to link the blockchain and the physical world by attaching a smart tag with the physical component
• Propose a novel and elegant consensus protocol based on verifiable random functions
• Write a research paper to report the fundamental theoretical advances on blockchain scalability and security
• Implement proof-of-concept prototypes for our designed blockchain-based system and conduct extensive experiments to evaluate its scalability and security
• Write a research paper to report the design and implementation of our novel blockchain-based system for tracking supply chains

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Network Security Engineering or related areas
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Positive working attitude and a good team player
• Strong sense of responsibility and able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Self-motivated and able to multi-task

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

A Research Associate position is currently available in the Earth Observatory of Singapore (EOS).

Young and research-intensive, Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is ranked 11th globally. It is also placed 1st amongst the world’s best young universities. The EOS at NTU Singapore is a national science Research Center of Excellence. Its mission is to conduct fundamental research on earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, tsunami and climate change in and around Southeast Asia, toward safer and more sustainable societies.

The Air Pollution and Health team's research of Prof. Steve Yim focuses on the interactions between climate and air quality, and the resultant impacts on public health and ecosystem. The team's ongoing research is to develop, advance and utilize the state-of-the-art multi-scale atmospheric models, along with measurement and statistical approaches, to understand the mechanisms that drive the climate-air quality interactions, and evaluate the impacts on human exposure, mosquito abundance and soil acidity.

Particular interests are in investigating air quality impacts of sectoral emissions and transboundary air pollution at multiple spatial scales, studying regional climate change due to land-use changes and global climate change, and evaluating and quantifying the effects of air pollution on respiratory and cardiovascular diseases. The team also assesses and develops emission control scenarios to provide scientific-based policy solutions for a sustainable environment in present and future years.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess the association between interstitial lung diseases (ILD) and air pollutants in Southeast Asia
• Develop a prediction system to forecast air quality and the risk of ILD with group members
• Work on the data collection, processing, and analyses
• Help in the ground-level observations of air quality in Singapore using LiDARs. Document the results in reports
• Complete tasks that his/her supervisor assigns

Job Requirements:

• Master degree in atmospheric science/geography/meteorology/environment/ epidemiology
• Experience in statistics and basic programming such as using R or python, etc
• Evidence of excellent English language and communication skills is essential to conduct research
• Evidence of independence in research direction and team spirit

EOS seeks a diverse and inclusive workforce and is committed to equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all and recruit on the basis of merit, regardless of age, race, gender, religion, marital status and family responsibilities, or disability. Interested applicants should submit a CV and a statement of interests. Evaluation of application starts immediately until the position is filled.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The Asian Communication Research Centre (ACRC) in the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) is looking for a candidate to join them as a Research Associate, who is interested to investigate cultural perceptions of skin tones and aesthetic preferences in the Philippines and Indonesia, which can be used to improve AI camera optimization for smartphones to achieve higher degrees of digital inclusiveness.

The candidate will support the planning and execution of various research grants, and will work closely with the Lead Investigator on quantitative and qualitative research related to AL camera optimization.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in coordinating and running research projects
• Work closely with collaborators and third-party service providers in conducting the projects
• Handle daily operational, administrative, and logistics duties related to the research projects
• Conduct and organise project meetings
• Conduct and interpret qualitative and quantitative data analyses for projects and journal publications
• Actively contribute to the preparation of manuscript drafts for peer-reviewed journals
• Undertake any additional project duties as required by the supervisor

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree in communications, psychology, business administration, public health, or any related social science disciplines
• Experience in scientific writing through publications in public health or social sciences literature. Final year dissertations/theses will also be accepted as writing samples.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Experience in qualitative and quantitative data analysis using relevant analysis software (e.g., NVIVO, SPSS, AMOS) will be preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills especially in English Language and Bahasa Indonesia or Tagalog are essential for conducting research and data analysis
• Highly motivated and willing to work independently in a multidisciplinary setting
• Interest in developing a research career

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

The School of Civil and Environmental Engineering is seeking a highly self-motivated individual to work as a research associate. The position is in civil engineering and will focus on AI and digital twin for workplace safety and health. The earliest starting date for the position will be Sep 2024.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect workers’ behaviour and health data.
• Assist both lab and field tests of workplace safety and health.
• Publish several papers in top journals.
• Write proposals for further development.
• Mentor students

Job Requirements:

• A Master’s degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in machine learning.
• Excellent skills for data analytics.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English - essential for data analysis and communication with stakeholders
• A good record of referred journal publications or conference presentations is a plus

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION (NIE)

The National Institute of Education (NIE), Singapore, is Singapore’s national teacher education institute and we are proud to be an integral part of the nation’s education service. We play a key role in the preparation of teachers and in the provision of teacher professional and school leadership development programmes. We are committed to our vision of being An Institute of Distinction: Leading the Future of Education and our mission to Inspire Learning, Transform Teaching and Advance Research.

NIE invites suitable candidates to join the Division of Academic Computing & Information Services (ACIS) as a Senior IT Security Analyst (3-year contract).

Key Responsibilities:

Incident Response Leadership

• Oversee the entire incident response lifecycle from detection to resolution.
• Lead investigations of IT security incidents and ensure thorough root cause analysis and remediation.
• Develop and maintain incident response playbooks and procedures.
• Coordinate with internal, external stakeholders, and vendors during incidents.
• Conduct post-incident reviews and report findings to management.

Monitoring and Detection

• Develop and implement advanced threat detection and monitoring strategies.
• Utilize SIEM, EDR, and other security tools for timely incident detection.
• Perform threat hunting and proactive security assessments.
• Collaborate with IT teams to deploy and optimize security solutions.

AI and Automation

• Integrate AI and automation technologies to enhance security operations.
• Develop automated workflows and scripts for incident response and routine tasks using SOAR.
• Leverage machine learning and AI-driven tools for threat detection and analysis.
• Stay updated with advancements in AI and evaluate their applicability to security operations.
• Apply system design thinking to security solutions.

Threat Statistics and Reporting

• Analyze and compile statistics on threats relevant to the Institute.
• Prepare and present detailed reports on threat statistics to stakeholders.
• Use data visualization tools to communicate threat trends and insights.

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance security operations.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the team.
• Encourage continuous learning and professional development.

Forensics Capability Development

• Enhance the team's digital forensics capabilities.
• Develop forensic investigation procedures and protocols.
• Train team members in forensic tools and methodologies.
• Oversee the collection, preservation, and analysis of digital evidence.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure regulatory alignment.
• Conduct regular drills and simulations for forensic readiness.

Requirements:

• Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Professional Certification(s) in incident handling and security analysis preferred.
• GCIH or its equivalent is preferred
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in IT security, with a focus on Incident response
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in a security operations center, with proven leadership capabilities.
• Intermediate knowledge of security operations, incident analysis, incident handling, and vulnerability management or testing, system patching, log analysis, intrusion detection, or firewall administration
• Proven experience in managing incident response and performing threat hunting
• Proven experience in integrating AI and automation in IT Security using Security Orchestration Automated Response (SOAR) technologies.
• Proficiency in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), traffic and packet analysis, digital forensics, and cloud security.
• Experience in Blue/Purple teaming, firewall, Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS), Web Application Firewalls (WAF) administration, virtualization, and cloud technologies.
• Experience in monitoring and administering host-based intrusion detection systems.
• Knowledge and experience in Linux/Windows/Database technologies preferred.
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and information security policy frameworks.
• Hands-on experience with scripting and automation tools to enhance security operations.
• Ability to conduct gap analysis of current processes and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Evaluate internal and external environments for threats related to Information Security and act as a subject matter expert to ensure these are properly addressed and controlled.
• Continuously improve event correlation and alerting processes and use cases to detect potential incidents.
• Automate manual processes to enhance security incident response.
• Experience with network security assessment tools.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels, including University administration.
• Demonstrated ability to drive strategic initiatives and lead a team through change.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.
• Ability to interview stakeholders to define and document business requirements.
• Provide advice and guidance on response action plans for information risk events and incidents based on incident type and severity.

Other Information

NIE staff can take chartered buses at their own expense from or near their home to the NIE campus. This is subject to the availability of bus routes and seats.

Req ID: R00018131