DIS answers the call to cyber warfare in high-stakes campaign

The Digital and Intelligence Service (DIS) has kicked off its first major recruitment campaign since its formation in 2022, signalling a bold push to fortify Singapore’s defences against increasingly sophisticated cyber threats.

As AI-powered cyberattacks, zero-day exploits, and ransomware campaigns grow in scale and complexity, the DIS aims to attract top talent to safeguard Singapore’s critical infrastructure and digital borders.

Three specialised vocations are at the heart of this recruitment push: Command, Control, Communications, and Computers (C4) Experts (C4X), Digital and Intelligence Systems Engineers (DISE) and Military Intelligence Experts (MIE)

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These roles offer candidates the opportunity to work on cutting-edge capabilities such as cloud computing, 5G networks, and AI systems while serving a vital national mission.

With the tagline “DIS changes everything. Warfare is evolving, So are we”, the campaign features real DIS personnel in four striking visuals, each overlaid with high-tech heads-up display graphics representing their vocation.

In addition, a cinematic recruitment video set to Imagine Dragons' Radioactive further immerses viewers in the high-stakes world of digital warfare, showcasing nearly 40 service members in action. 

Phase one of the campaign rolls out this month, with a second phase planned for Q4 2025, establishing an annual recruitment cycle. Candidates can learn more via @thesingaporedis social channels or the official recruitment portal and meet personnel at upcoming recruitment events.

With this launch, the DIS makes one message clear: in the battle for Singapore’s digital future, the fight is already here, and the nation’s best and brightest are needed now more than ever.

“Modern warfare is no longer confined to physical terrain. Our Guardians are engaged daily in the unseen, rapidly shifting digital environment, where expertise in cyber defence, intelligence analysis, and digital innovation is critical,” said military expert 7 Ku Shi Qin, head of the DIS’s manpower department.

“We seek individuals with the courage to challenge assumptions and the relentless drive to protect our nation in a domain where speed and knowledge define success,” Ku added. 

"As a die-hard Singaporean, being able to work together with the Digital & Intelligence Service is truly a privilege and launching on SG60 was especially meaningful. With DIS only being established 3 years ago, brand positioning is vital and it was most important for us to bring out the significance and importance of DIS, in a world that is increasingly digital," said Chloe Lim, business director, DSTNCT.

"Featuring Radioactive was a strategic decision in using a memorable song to drive the narrative that the nature of warfare has profoundly evolved and as one of the first digital military services in the world, DIS changes everything," added Lim. 

DIS' recruitment drive highlights Singapore's proactive stance in securing its digital frontlines. It comes amid broader efforts to strengthen national security in all domains. 

Recently, the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has teamed up with VML Singapore to launch a jarring social campaign under the SGSecure initiative. The campaign features three short films disguised as everyday social media reels, each taking a chilling turn.

In one titled “Family dinner,” an elderly man lovingly peels prawns for his wife at a hawker centre, captured through the lens of their daughter. The tender moment is abruptly shattered by a sudden explosion, sending diners scrambling for cover.

In a statement, MHA said the campaign aims to sensitise the public to various forms of terrorism and equip them with the knowledge to respond effectively. It builds on SGSecure’s broader mission to encourage Singaporeans to stay alert, united, and prepared against evolving threats—even in one of the world’s safest cities.

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