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Malware Communications Analysis (Internship Project)

Csit

Singapore, Singapore

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About the role

Duration: 2 - 4 Months
Internship Type: Undergraduate, Pre-University
 
The cybersecurity industry is an arms race, with security products and malware fighting each other. There are many open-source malware implementations which provide examples of the huge variety of malware communications protocols. This project aims to add to the defenders’ arsenal of capabilities by investigating open-source malware implementations and devising ways to detect the communications activities of these malware.

Scope & Deliverables

  • Setting up a safe sandbox to analyse malware.
  • Explore and study open-source malicious communications and techniques.
  • Recommend strategies for detecting such malicious communications and techniques. Where applicable, develop a proof-of-concept for such detections.
  • Where applicable, develop tools, processes and recommendations to improve analysis work.

    • Prerequisites/Skills Required

  • Aptitude for problem-solving
  • Versatility and creativity
  • Self-motivated and independent worker
  • Experience with programming/scripting in one of the following areas is preferred: Python, Network Communications, Cyber Security 
    • In your application, please submit the following documents in a single PDF file for 'Resume/CV':
    1. Resume/CV
    2. All Education Certificates to-date (from secondary to tertiary education)
    - GCE 'O'/'N' Levels, NITEC
    - Prelim/GCE 'A' Levels, IB/Diploma
    - Latest university transcript from Year 1 (for current undergraduates)
    3. Student Status Letter/Degree Audit (for current undergraduates)