Data Governance & Security Intern: Privacy, Policies & Risk

MariBank Philippines, Inc.; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 167,000 - 279,000; Part time

Job summary

MariBank Philippines, Inc. is seeking a data privacy and information security intern to support governance, privacy, and data handling initiatives. You will assist in mapping sensitive data, reviewing compliance with the Philippine Data Privacy Act, and monitoring BAU privacy operations.

This role offers exposure to risk assessments, policy development, and security awareness activities, with a hybrid work setup and mentorship from a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, CS, Data Analytics, MIS, or related field.
• Basic understanding of core information security principles (e.g., the CIA Triad), data management, and data privacy concepts
• Proficiency with Google Sheets (data manipulation, Apps Script, formulas) for maintaining trackers and inventories.
• Familiarity with Google Workspace.
• Exceptional attention to detail with the ability to spot inconsistencies in data, logs, trackers, or documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings and drafting policies, forms, and templates.
• Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive corporate data with the utmost professionalism.
• Amenable with a hybrid setup

Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying, classifying, and mapping sensitive data.
• Help review and align data handling with the Philippine Data Privacy Act.
• Monitor data inventories and compliance trackers for day-to-day BAU privacy operations.
• Assist in reviewing and improving data privacy templates, intake forms, and operational policies.
• Support data governance activities across data sources.
• Track internal risk assessments and document vulnerabilities.
• Contribute to security policies, SOPs, and awareness materials.

Skills

CIA Triad

Data privacy concepts

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Confidential data handling

Hybrid work

Education

Pursuing degree in IT/Cybersecurity/CS/Data Analytics/MIS

Tools

Google Apps Script

Google Sheets

Google Workspace

Job description

MariBank Philippines, Inc. is seeking a data privacy and information security intern to support governance, privacy, and data handling initiatives. You will assist in mapping sensitive data, reviewing compliance with the Philippine Data Privacy Act, and monitoring BAU privacy operations.

This role offers exposure to risk assessments, policy development, and security awareness activities, with a hybrid work setup and mentorship from a multidisciplinary team.