Internship in IT audit

Abstract

Human capacity in the auditing field is immense. The task not only ensures company security but also the safety of its employees and clients making it one of the most crucial sectors. To identify the lack of security and policy maintenance failures, auditing is necessary. Regular audits ensure the maintenance of software, hardware, office conditions and safety protocols which are essential to running the company smoothly. During my 6-month internship at NCC Bank, I was tasked with observing and conducting audits in various branch locations. The experience was enlightening and truly a valuable learning experience. Not only was I placed in an environment dealing with real world tasks and concerns, but the work environment itself was supportive in preparing me for what to expect in this field. With the opportunity to shadow meetings and my colleagues, and accompany them to various auditions inside and outside Dhaka, I witnessed lacking in the bank’s oath to uphold company policies which ensure data security and employee safety. It was crucial to identify these issues and report them accordingly step by step so that they could be rectified. Additionally, I had the opportunity to provide my insights and recommendations which were appreciated with ample constructive feedback. Undeniably, there are some aspects in the auditing sector which cannot be digitized. For instance, visiting locations, seeing the condition of the offices, talking to employees and making detailed notes. While a hands-on auditing experience was crucial to my understanding of the real world and what this sector holds, an effective storage method is needed for reports. This inspired my app Report Manager which would house reporting activities and keep track to information being sent and received eliminating the need for any middlemen or manual labour. With further development, this app is targeted to better the workflow and reduce the stress that the teams might face during their reporting process.