Cyber Security Incident Response Analyst (Contract)

Cyber Security Incident Response Analyst (Contract) Location: Singapore Contract Type: 12-month contract (Extendable & Convertible) Keywords: Cyber Security, SOC, SIEM, Incident Response, ThreatDetection, Log Analysis, EDR, Cloud Security Company / Role Overview This opportunity sits within the cyber security function of a leadingmultinational financial services organisation, supporting regional operationsacross Asia. The role focuses on hands-on detection, investigation, andresponse to cyber security incidents, working closely with both internal teamsand external service providers. You will act as a key point of contact forincident management, ensuring timely identification, containment, andresolution of threats while maintaining strong communication with stakeholdersacross the business. Key Responsibilities • Act as the primary point of contact for cyber security incident response across regional entities, coordinating activities across internal teams and external partners • Investigate and analyse security alerts escalated from monitoring services, performing end-to-end incident response including triage, containment, remediation, and recovery • Conduct detailed log analysis across multiple security platforms to identify suspicious activity and determine root causes of incidents • Lead incident handling processes, including evidence collection, forensic analysis, and preparation of root cause analysis (RCA) reports • Coordinate and communicate effectively with stakeholders during incidents, including leading crisis management calls for high-priority events • Collaborate with internal technology teams and vendors to ensure timely escalation and resolution of security incidents • aintain and enhance incident response playbooks, standard operating procedures, and participate in simulation exercises and post-incident reviews • • Provide on-call support for critical incidents, ensuring rapid response and effective resolution within defined service levels Job Requirements Must-have: • Proven hands-on experience in a Security Operations Centre (SOC) or cyber security operations role with exposure to incident response • Strong ability to analyse and investigate security alerts, with practical experience handling incidents from detection through to resolution • Experience working with enterprise security tools such as SIEM, endpoint protection, and network security solutions • Solid understanding of log analysis, threat detection, and incident investigation methodologies • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to coordinate across technical and non-technical teams • Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment, including providing on-call support for critical incidents Nice-to-have: • Exposure to cloud environments and related security monitoring (e.g. public cloud platforms and identity systems) • Experience with forensic investigation, evidence collection, or root cause analysis reporting • Familiarity with developing or maintaining incident response playbooks and procedures • Prior experience working with managed security service providers (MSSPs) or in a regional/global environment If this role aligns with your experience and career goals,please send your application to AviralBhargava@argyllscott.sg.