Cyber Security Threat Detection & Incident Response Intern

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Systems Office for Asia (ASO)   – Information Technology Risk Management Department (ASO   -   IRMD) Cyber Security Threat Detection & Incident Response   Intern Internship Period: 11 Jan uary   2027 – 30 Jun e   2027 Job Description MUFG is   seeking   a proactive and motivated Cybersecurity Intern to join the Regional Technology Information Security Team.

This internship provides meaningful, hands-on exposure to Security Operations, Threat Detection, Incident Response, and automation initiatives across the APAC region, with opportunities to contribute to global programs that strengthen the Bank’s security posture.

This role is ideal for individuals passionate about Threat Detection & Response, looking to gain real-world experience in cybersecurity operations. As a Cybersecurity Intern, you will   assist   in   identifying , assessing, and managing security alerts and vulnerabilities within the organization’s IT environment.

You will also gain practical experience in AI/LLM ‑ assisted security automation, SOC alert management, incident response workflows, and detection engineering, while supporting ongoing improvements to our defensive capabilities.

• Assist   in automating Security Operations Center (SOC) tasks, such as email threat analysis, IOC blocking, and other workflows using AI and automation tools.

• Support the development of monthly KRI (Key Risk Indicator) reports, including automating data collection from multiple internal sources. • Contribute to Incident Response activities, ensuring   timely   investigation, containment, and recovery during cybersecurity incidents to minimize impact to the bank.

• Participate in daily security event monitoring, helping   identify   and analyze cyber threats such as malware, vulnerability exploitation, denial ‑ of ‑ service attempts, and other attack vectors.

• Assist   in general security operations tasks, including managing the SOC mailbox, analyzing suspected phishing emails, and helping triage or escalate alerts from the SOC team.

• Support in gathering data and preparing KRI metrics, dashboards, and monthly cybersecurity reporting. • Help   maintain   and develop documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), guidelines, workflows, and process improvements.

Job Requirement s • Currently pursuing a degree or diploma in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analytics, Information Systems, or   a related   discipline.

• Possesses practical knowledge of generative AI, large language models, prompt engineering, and AI-assisted automation, with the ability to   validate   outputs for accuracy and reliability.

• Proficient in Python, PowerShell, or similar scripting languages, with experience processing data, integrating APIs, or automating operational workflows.

• Demonstrates strong analytical thinking, data-handling, communication, and documentation skills, with awareness of data confidentiality,   responsible   AI use, and human oversight in security decisions.

IMPORTANT NOTE 1. Interested applicants will   be required   to   submit   CV and Cover Letter 2. Please   submit   your details via our early   careers   website at   Careers (myworkdayjobs.

com) 3. Do note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified This internship role is based in Singapore. It is open to Singaporean and PR students only.

In Singapore, MUFG internship partners include National University of Singapore, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore Management University, Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) and Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS).

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