IT Security Intern

NETS; Singapore; On-site; SGD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

NETS in Singapore is seeking a proactive Information Security internship candidate to assist with project coordination and tracking. You will help develop and maintain project plans, status reports, and dashboards, and prepare committee documentation.

You will collaborate with stakeholders to gather updates on security initiatives and build foundational knowledge in information security concepts while supporting ongoing programs.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, IT Security, or a related field.
• Strong interest in Information Security and eagerness to develop knowledge and practical experience.
• Basic understanding of computer systems and networks is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordination, tracking, and follow-up on action items for security projects.
• Support development and maintenance of project plans, reports, and dashboards.
• Prepare documentation for steering committee meetings and program reviews.
• Work with stakeholders to collect and consolidate updates on security initiatives.

Skills

Interest in information security

Communication skills

Teamwork abilities

Proactive and self-motivated

Time management

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's degree (in progress) in Computer Science or IT Security

Job description

• Assist in the coordination, tracking and follow-up on action items of business & information security projects and initiatives.
• Support the development and maintenance of project plans, status reports, and dashboards.
• Help prepare documentation for steering committee meetings and program reviews.
• Work with stakeholders to collect and consolidate updates on business & information security projects and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Capabilities

• Conduct research on emerging technologies (e.g. Quantum Cryptography etc.).
• Work with industry security consultants to perform security testings, code reviews and cloud standardization.
• Monitor and summarize updates to regulatory requirements (e.g. MAS TRM, CSA advisories etc.) and assess their implications for ongoing programs.

Planning & Resourcing

• Support the consolidation of information security project proposals and resource needs for the upcoming year’s cybersecurity workplan.
• Help draft presentation materials, executive summaries, and budget justifications for new initiatives.

Requirements

Education and Experience

• Currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, IT Security, or a related field.
• Strong interest in Information Security and eagerness to develop knowledge and practical experience in the field.
• Basic understanding of computer systems and networks is an advantage.

Skills and Knowledge

• Interest and foundational knowledge in Information Security concepts and practices.
• Basic understanding of computer systems, networking, and IT infrastructure.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and willing to take initiative.
• Able to work independently and manage workloads effectively to meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.