Binance Accelerator Program - Internal Audit (Technology)

Binance; Hong Kong; Remote; HKD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first

Global collaboration

Job summary

Binance is seeking a Technology Audit Intern to support planning and execution of audits across ITGC, cloud, and cybersecurity. You will help test controls, analyze data, and draft workpapers under the Internal Audit team.

Ideal candidates are current students or recent grads in CS/IS/Cybersecurity/Data Science with Python/SQL skills, and bilingual English/Mandarin. This 6-month remote internship offers exposure to a fast-moving blockchain environment and cross-border collaboration.

Qualifications

• Pursuing/holding a Bachelor's or Master's degree in CS, IS, Cybersecurity, Data Science, or Engineering.
• Strong interest in technology risk and IT auditing.
• Foundational knowledge of IT concepts, cloud computing, and software development lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and execution of technology audits covering ITGC, application controls, infrastructure, cloud, and cybersecurity.
• Support testing of key controls such as logical access and identity management, change management, SDLC, and IT operations.
• Review cloud and platform configurations (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 risks.
• Prepare workpapers, reports, and presentations summarizing audit findings and recommendations.
• Collaborate with auditors, engineering, security, and compliance stakeholders to support risk assessments and remediation tracking.
• Stay up to date on technology risks, cybersecurity threats, cloud services, and audit best practices including blockchain and Web3.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data analysis

IT concepts

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in CS/IS/Cybersecurity/Data Science/Engineering

Tools

Cloud platforms

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Scripting (Python)

Auditing tooling

Job description

Binance is a leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and registered users. We are trusted by 300+ million people in 100+ countries for our industry-leading security, user fund transparency, trading engine speed, deep liquidity, and an unmatched portfolio of digital-asset products. Binance offerings range from trading and finance to education, research, payments, institutional services, and more. Our mission is to increase the freedom of money and financial access for people around the world.
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.
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 of finance

- Collaborate with world-class talent in a user-centric global organization with a flat structure

- Tackle challenging projects in a fast-paced and innovative enviornment with autonomy

- Thrive in a results-driven workplace with opportunities for career growth and continuous learning

- Competitive salary and company benefits

- Remote-first, work-from-home arrangement (may vary depending on the nature of the role and team)

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