Internship: Group Operations and Technology, Risk & Prevention - Technology Risk Management [January - May 2027]

ocbc; Singapore; On-site; SGD 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

OCBC Bank Singapore invites you to join as a Technology Risk Management Intern. You will help perform technology risk assessments, evaluate controls, and develop automation scripts to streamline risk activities. You will work with risk, technology, and business stakeholders on governance and compliance initiatives.

The internship offers exposure to cybersecurity governance, regulatory compliance, and data analytics within a leading financial institution in Singapore.

Qualifications

• Pursuing degree in IS/CS/Cybersecurity or related field.
• Proficient in scripting languages (Python, PowerShell).
• Familiar with IT systems, cybersecurity concepts, and data analytics.

Responsibilities

• Technology Risk Assessments: support risk assessments across tech domains to identify gaps and non-compliance.
• Control Evaluation: assist in evaluating controls and remediation prioritisation.
• Automation & Scripting: develop and maintain automation scripts to streamline risk work.
• Data Analytics & Visualisation: use analytics tools for risk monitoring and reporting.
• Regulatory Compliance: perform gap assessments against regulatory notices and internal standards.
• Risk Monitoring & Reporting: help prepare dashboards and insights for governance discussions.
• Stakeholder Engagement: collaborate with tech, risk, and business teams on risk initiatives.
• Ad-hoc Projects: contribute to technology risk, governance and process improvements.

Skills

Python

PowerShell

Data analytics

Visualization

Cybersecurity concepts

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Currently pursuing a degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Analytics, Accountancy, or related discipline

Tools

Automation tools

Job description

WHO WE ARE:

As Singapore's longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we're on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future-ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia's leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future-ready career.

Your Opportunity Starts Here.

Why Join

Be part of a team that helps safeguard the bank's technology environment and strengthen its risk and control framework. As a Technology Risk Management Intern, you'll gain hands-on exposure to technology risk assurance, cybersecurity governance, and regulatory compliance within a leading financial institution. You'll have the opportunity to develop your analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills while contributing to initiatives that enhance operational resilience and support the bank's digital transformation journey.

How You Succeed

To excel in this role, you'll need to be curious, analytical, and eager to learn. You'll work closely with technology risk professionals and stakeholders across the organisation to assess technology risks, identify control improvements, and support automation initiatives. Your ability to analyse information, leverage technology to solve problems, and communicate findings effectively will be key to strengthening the bank's risk management capabilities.

What You Do

• Technology Risk Assessments : support comprehensive risk assessments across technology domains, including infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and technology operations to identify vulnerabilities, control gaps, and areas of non-compliance
• Control Evaluation: assist in evaluating the effectiveness of controls and support the identification and prioritisation of remediation actions to strengthen the control environment
• Automation & Scripting: develop and maintain automation scripts and tools to streamline risk assessment activities, improve efficiency, and reduce manual effort
• Data Analytics & Visualisation: leverage data analytics and visualisation tools to support risk monitoring, reporting, and assurance activities
• Regulatory Compliance: perform gap assessments against regulatory notices, advisories, and internal standards to evaluate compliance and identify areas requiring enhancement
• Risk Monitoring & Reporting: assist in preparing risk reports, dashboards, and insights to support governance and management decision-making
• Stakeholder Engagement: collaborate with technology, risk, and business stakeholders to support risk assessments, remediation tracking, and control improvement initiatives
• Ad-hoc Projects: provide support on technology risk, assurance, governance, and process improvement initiatives as assigned

Who You Work With

Group Operations and Technology enables OCBC's business growth through secure, resilient, and innovative technology solutions. Within the Risk & Prevention - Technology Risk Management team, you'll work alongside professionals responsible for assessing technology risks, enhancing governance frameworks, and strengthening the bank's control environment. You'll gain valuable exposure to how technology risk management supports operational resilience, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance across the organisation.

Who You Are

• Open to learning and feedback
• Strong interest in technology risk, cybersecurity, governance, and compliance
• Curious, analytical, and detail-oriented
• Familiarity with IT systems, technology infrastructure, and cybersecurity concepts
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, or similar technologies
• Comfortable working with data analytics and visualisation tools
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Able to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Currently pursuing a degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Business Analytics, Accountancy, or a related discipline

Learning Objectives

• This internship will provide you with: An understanding of how technology risks are identified, assessed, and managed across various technology domains
• Hands-on experience identifying control gaps, vulnerabilities, and areas of non-compliance within a banking environment
• Opportunities to develop automation and scripting capabilities