Binance Accelerator Program - Internal Audit (Technology)

Binance; Hong Kong; Hybrid; HKD 112,000 - 201,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-from-home arrangement

Competitive internship benefits

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Binance Technology Audit Intern in Hong Kong will support planning and execution of technology audits, testing controls, and using data analytics to strengthen audits of fast-moving engineering teams.

You will collaborate with engineering, security and compliance stakeholders, review cloud configurations and DevOps practices, and help automate audit procedures during a 6-month, 5-days-per-week internship.

Qualifications

• Pursuing Bachelor's or Master's in CS/IS/Cybersecurity or related field.
• Strong interest in technology risk and IT auditing.
• Foundational IT concepts: OS, databases, networks, cloud, SDLC.
• Familiar with Python, SQL; able to work with logs and large data.
• Able to communicate technical info clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
• Bilingual English/Mandarin required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and execution of technology audits covering ITGC, application controls, infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity.
• Support testing of key controls such as access management, change management, SDLC, and IT operations.
• Review cloud/platform configurations (AWS/GCP/Alibaba Cloud), CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices against controls.
• Design and implement scripts/tools to automate audit procedures and data analysis.
• Extract, clean, and analyze data from logs and databases to identify gaps and risks.
• Prepare workpapers, reports, and presentations summarizing audit findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with auditors, engineering, security, and compliance to support risk assessments.
• Stay updated on emerging tech risks, cloud services, and audit best practices.

Skills

Python

SQL

Cloud computing

IT auditing

Data analysis

Cybersecurity concepts

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS/IS/Cybersecurity

Tools

CI/CD

Kubernetes

SQL tooling

Job description

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. Binance is trusted by more than 320 million people in 100+ countries for its industry-leading security, transparency, trading engine speed, protections for investors, and unmatched portfolio of digital asset products and offerings from trading and finance to education, research, social good, payments, institutional services, and Web3 features. Binance is devoted to building an inclusive crypto ecosystem to increase the freedom of money and financial access for people around the world with crypto as the fundamental means.

About Binance Accelerator Program

Binance Accelerator Program (BAP) is a 3-6 month internship program designed for Early Career talent to have firsthand experience in the rapidly expanding digital assets space. You will be given the opportunity to develop your skills at Binance and understand what it’s like to work at the world's leading blockchain ecosystem. As part of your internship in the BAP, there will also be opportunities for networking and development, which will expand your professional network and build transferable skills to propel you forward in your career.

Who May Apply

Current university students and recent graduates.

• Terms of employment / engagement shall be subject to contract and local applicable laws

About The Role

The Technology Audit team within Internal Audit provides independent assurance over Binance's technology environment — IT general controls, application and infrastructure controls, cloud and platform security, cybersecurity, and change and access management. As a Technology Audit Intern, you will support the team in planning and executing technology audits, testing controls, and using data analytics and automation to strengthen how we audit a fast-moving, engineering-driven organization.

Who May Apply

Current University students and recent Graduates. Able to commit 5 days per week for 6 months duration.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the planning and execution of technology audits covering IT general controls (ITGC), application controls, infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity.
• Support testing of key controls such as logical access and identity management, change management, system development lifecycle (SDLC), and IT operations.
• Help review cloud and platform configurations (e.g., AWS/GCP/Alibaba Cloud), CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices against control and security expectations.
• Design and implement scripts/tools to automate audit procedures, continuous control monitoring, and data analysis.
• Extract, clean, and analyze data from logs, systems, and databases to identify control gaps, anomalies, and areas of risk.
• Prepare clear workpapers, reports, and presentations summarizing audit findings and recommendations for the Internal Audit team.
• Collaborate with auditors, engineering, security, and compliance stakeholders to support risk assessments and remediation tracking.
• Stay up to date on emerging technology risks, cybersecurity threats, cloud services, and audit best practices, including in blockchain and Web3 environments.

Requirements

• Working towards a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong interest in technology risk, information security, and IT/technology auditing.
• Foundational understanding of IT concepts such as operating systems, databases, networks, cloud computing, and the software development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with data analysis and scripting tools (e.g., Python, SQL); ability to work with logs and large datasets.
• Ability to interpret technical information and synthesize clear, actionable insights.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• High attention to detail, ethics, and personal integrity.
• Bilingual English/Mandarin is required to be able to coordinate with overseas partners and stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to control frameworks and standards (e.g., COBIT, NIST, ISO 27001, SOC 2) or IT audit methodology.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms, containers/Kubernetes, CI/CD, or infrastructure-as-code.
• Awareness of cybersecurity concepts (identity and access management, encryption, vulnerability management, logging and monitoring).
• Interest in blockchain technology, smart contracts, and Web3 technology risks.
• Prior internship or project experience in IT audit, technology risk, cybersecurity, or data analytics.
• Relevant certifications or progress towards them (e.g., CISA, CISSP, CompTIA Security+, cloud practitioner) is a plus.

Why Binance

• Shape the future with the world’s leading blockchain ecosystem
• Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure
• Tackle unique, fast-paced projects with autonomy in an innovative environment
• Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning
• Competitive salary and company benefits
• Work-from-home arrangement (the arrangement may vary depending on the work nature of the business team)

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