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You monitor and sense-make defence and security developments. On this, you conduct research and build knowledge repositories on the digital domain. You also collaborate with various stakeholders to validate preliminary assessments. Your challenge lies in having to process large amounts of data as well as keeping abreast on developments and providing quick-cycle intelligence to key stakeholders.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with Social Science majors such as Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Sociology and Geography or STEMS subjects such as Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Engineering and Electrical Engineering. Prior work experience in the field of research is advantageous. Possession of effective communication skills as well as the willingness to learn is essential.

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You assist in conducting longer-term research, and providing analytical research reports for the Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS). On this, you process, sense-make and analyse intelligence to provide in-depth reports to support operations. Your challenge lies in having to process large amounts of data as well as keeping abreast on developments and providing quick-cycle intelligence to key stakeholders.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with Social Science majors such as Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Sociology and Geography or STEMS subjects such as Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Engineering and Electrical Engineering. Prior work experience in the field of research is advantageous. Possession of effective communication skills as well as the willingness to learn is essential.

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You assist in developing capabilities for digitalisation efforts. On this, you are expected to develop an Intelligence Command-and-Control Information System (CCIS) and to explore the use of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) for the Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS). You also assist in developing doctrines to govern the usage of the systems developed. Your challenges lies in being able to harmonise the various inputs from a wide range of stakeholders, understand requirements and ensure that user requirements can be met during capability development.

You must have a tertiary qualifications, at least 6 years' experience in a related field. Possession of effective communication skills is essential. You should be willing to learn and work in a small team. Having AI/ML knowledge is advantageous.

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You lead a section in conducting civil dimension research of specific domain, and produce research products to support the Army and the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF). On this, you lead research and organise relevant information from a wide variety of sources and media contents. You also effectively drive collaboration with stakeholders. Your challenge lies in constantly staying ahead of the current situation by anticipating emerging and potential issues, and by keeping abreast of regional and global developments in the related area of work.

You must have a tertiary qualification, with at least 6 years' of relevant experience. Having completed the Goh Keng Swee Command and Staff Course or an equivalent overseas military command and staff course is advantageous. You should have a sound understanding of regional geo-politics. You must be able to confidently multitask, lead a team, and handle all matters related to the assigned area of work. In addition, you should be prepared to take on lead roles in ad-hoc task force setups.

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You conduct research and produce reports on security developments and bilateral issues, and monitor relevant developments to build expertise in your area. You identify key research areas, guide research efforts, and formulate assessments based on your findings. On this, you develop subject matter expertise in your area of coverage. Your challenge lies in analysing and evaluating information to identify relevant details for developing accurate, relevant, and timely intelligence products. You also need a good understanding of the defence and security landscape in the region.

You must have tertiary qualification, preferably in Social Sciences, Political Science, International Relations, International Studies, Security Studies, with at least 6 years' relevant working experience preferably in analysis or research roles. Possession of strong analytical, proficient writing, communication and interpersonal skills is essential. You should also have a keen interest in regional geo-political and military developments.

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You fuse collected yields and develop integrated analysis products to meet counter-terrorism requirements, and prepare analysis reports for consumers. You also develop doctrines and processes for monitoring and analysis as well as relevant analysis tools. You also develop doctrines and processes for monitoring and analysis as well as relevant analysis tools. Your challenge lies in staying abreast of and being well-versed in changes and developments in the regional and global landscape that could affect or impact Singapore's and the SAF's security. You also need to understand the differing interests, concerns, policies to effectively process well-substantiated assessments of collected yields.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in the field of Strategic or Security Studies, with at least 2 years' relevant work experience as an analyst or researcher. Having the necessary technical knowledge is essential, including familiarity with analysis methods, data management, programming languages and visualisation software. Possession of strong analytical, problem-solving, presentation and communication skills is required. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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You conduct of audits, investigations and provide education related to security. You work with the team to coordinate with ground units for the conduct of security audits and inspections. You also plan and run the security education programs, approved by the department and HQ. Your challenge lies in keeping abreast of the myriad of security policies developed and amended by the different Security Domain Subject-Matter Experts (SMEs), and contextualising these policies to the unique operating environment of the Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS) units.

You must have a tertiary qualification. Possession of certification in security and/or investigations-related fields is advantageous. Having an understanding of the security domain, or prior experience in security field would be useful. You also need to engage a wide range of stakeholders, and require strong interpersonal skills to handle different situations. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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You plan and execute engagement programmes with countries under your purview. On this, you monitor and assess developments pertaining to defence relations and engagements of these countries. You also have to engage and maintain close collaborative relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Your challenge lies in keeping abreast with the current affairs and geopolitical developments and propose or adjust plans accordingly.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in Social Science majors such as Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Sociology and Geography. Possession of good communication, time management, analytical, writing, and organisation skills is essential. You also have to be strong in networking and interacting with both internal an external stakeholders. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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You manage our Defence Relations (DR) with countries under your purview. Your responsibilities include engagement planning and execution, as well as providing timely and accurate DR updates to key stakeholders for visits and multilateral events. You are also required to prepare key briefings and perform secretariat functions. Your challenge lies in the ability to strategise timely and recommend appropriate positions to ever-changing situations in the dynamic defence and security environment.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in Political Science, International Relations or related field. You must be conscientious, possess initiative, be diplomatically inclined and a team player. Competent knowledge of current affairs and international geopolitics is required. A strong command of written and spoken English is necessary. You should possess strong organisation, time management and interpersonal skills, and can work under pressure to meet set deadlines. Knowledge of a third language is advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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You plan and execute multilateral and/or bilateral defence relations (DR) events. On this, you collaborate with other stakeholders within the Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS) and with other Services. Your challenge lies in the need to respond quickly in a dynamic environment that is prone to changes, while effectively engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders from both the DIS and other affiliated Services.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with Social Science majors such as Political Science, International Relations, Economics, Sociology and Geography. Prior working experience in the area of international relations, and having knowledge of a foreign language is advantageous. Possession of good interpersonal skills and ability to work independently is also essential. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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You provide timely and accurate assessments on regional security issues and developments around the world. On this, you conduct research and analysis on geo-political and security-related developments. You also monitor and assess developments pertaining to defence relations and engagements with countries of interest. Your challenge lies in understanding the complex dynamics and strategic security developments around the world.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in Strategic/Security studies, Political Science, International Relations, History or Social Sciences. You should have good analytical and writing skills. You should possess good knowledge and awareness of security-related developments in current and international affairs. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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You gather and manage information from diverse sources to ascertain trends regarding terrorism and security-related issues. On this, you collect, compile, format and database information using data management tools and programmes to sense-make and assess security implications for MINDEF/SAF. You also liaise with technology providers and engineers to develop tools to aid the unit’s data management. Your challenge lies in operating in a rapidly-changing and diverse security environment and working with tight deadlines.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably in Strategic/Security Studies, International Relations or a related field. You should have a good awareness of geo-strategic developments, regional terrorism and security landscape. Familiarity with data-basing and analytics tools such as Microsoft Excel, Power BI, Tableau would be an asset. You should also be independent and conscientious in meeting tasking deadlines amidst time pressure. The ability to communicate and work well with others would be advantageous. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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You conduct research on security and geo-political developments. You also monitor and provide accurate assessments on defence-related developments. Your challenge lies in the ability to put forward, verbally and in writing, your assessments in a coherent and logical manner, and anticipate emerging issues by keeping abreast of regional and global affairs.

You must have a tertiary qualification, preferably with relevant work experience. Possession of good analytical and writing skills is required. You must be knowledgeable about global strategic security developments. Appointment will be commensurate with your experience.

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You conduct research and develop behavioural analysis methodologies in support of building the overall understanding of the information environment and the various actors and audience groups of interest within. You observe and interpret human behaviours at various levels of analysis. On this, you develop research approaches, frameworks and propose metrics to analyse data to derive insights on human behaviour. As the Subject Matter Expert, you conduct training and workshops for team members when required on cognitive science principles, and their applications in information activities, and inform decision-making processes and operational planning. You work with relevant partner agencies across MINDEF/SAF and the Defence Technology ecosystem on identified research areas. Your challenge lies in breaking new ground in this emerging area in order to develop new knowledge and understanding on behavioural science, cognition and perception in the information environment. You need to be flexible and adaptable in the face of rapidly evolving environments, with the capacity to perform under pressure. You must be able to synthesise complex findings and articulate them clearly to a variety of audiences.

You must have a tertiary qualification in Cognitive Science, Psychology, Human Factors, Neuroscience, or a relevant field, with at least 10 years' working experience. You must possess a solid understanding of research methodologies, including both qualitative and quantitative approaches, along with proficiency in statistical analysis. Possession of certifications in cognitive assessment techniques or human-computer interaction is advantageous. Being familiar with data analysis software and tools, such as SPSS, R, or Python, for effective data interpretation is beneficial. Having a good awareness of Singapore’s political, defence and security developments, as well as current affairs as well as the regional and international media environment is essential. You should also possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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You are a data analytics specialist expected to identify credible and relevant data agencies and serve as the interface with them. On this, you collect and process data, conduct data analytics, and support research works and development of knowledge/information products. Your challenges lie in identifying the evolving digital landscape for Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) in the areas of information sharing, available platforms, and audience identification. You must be able to leverage technology and data analytics to create useful HADR-related information and maximise outreach and subscription from stakeholders.

You must have a tertiary qualification in Data Analytics. Prior work experience as a data analyst or data scientist is advantageous. You must be able to work independently and/or collaborate with other data scientists to collect and process information. Possession of strong analytical and data visualisation skills is essential.

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