Job Overview
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) is seeking highly motivated professionals for the position of Bank Examiner (Information Technology) in its Bank Supervision Department. Successful candidates will be considered for recruitment to the Staff Class Grade I in the permanent cadre of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka, subject to a probation period of two (02) years. Applications close on 15 November 2026.
Position Details
- Job Title: Bank Examiner (Information Technology)
- Department: Bank Supervision Department
- Company: Central Bank of Sri Lanka
- Location: Colombo 01
- Employment: Permanent cadre, Staff Class Grade I (two-year probation)
- Age Limit: 35 years or below as at 15.11.2026
- Closing Date: 15 November 2026
Organization Overview
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) is the country’s central bank, responsible among other functions for the supervision of licensed banks under the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act, No. 16 of 2023 and the Banking Act, No. 30 of 1988.
Qualifications & Experience
Educational / Professional Qualifications (either of the following)
- A Bachelor’s degree (minimum of three years) specialized in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Cyber Security or Artificial Intelligence (AI), with a minimum of 2nd Class (Upper Division) or a minimum 3.5 Grade Point Average (GPA) out of a maximum of 4.0 points, or a minimum Weighted Average Marks (WAM) of 75%, obtained from a local or foreign university recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka
- A Bachelor’s degree (minimum of three years) or a postgraduate degree at Master’s or higher level (minimum of one year) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Cyber Security or Artificial Intelligence, obtained from a local or foreign university recognized by the University Grants Commission of Sri Lanka with one of the following professional qualifications: ISACA Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA); ISACA Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC); ISACA Certified Information Security Manager (CISM); (ISC)2 Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP); GIAC Information Security Professional (GISP); GIAC Strategic Planning, Policy, and Leadership (GSTRT)
Experience
- A minimum of five (05) years of post-qualifying experience in any of the specialized areas of Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Cyber Security or Artificial Intelligence (AI)
- Experience in a position at a financial institution is preferred
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in conducting statutory examinations of licensed banks in terms of the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act (CBSL Act), No. 16 of 2023 and Banking Act (BA), No. 30 of 1988, as amended, make recommendations and arrange timely remedial measures to ensure that licensed banks are operated in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations
- Liaise with other examiners and continuous supervisors of licensed banks on the implementation of recommendations made at statutory examinations to ensure such recommendations are implemented promptly and accurately
- Assist in conducting specific/spot examinations of assigned banks to ensure that licensed banks are operated in accordance with applicable laws, rules and regulations and to promptly address any identified irregularities or emerging risks specifically in the area of IT and Cyber Security
- Conduct continuous supervision of assigned licensed banks to ensure their adherence to regulatory requirements and contribute to overall financial system stability
- Process regulatory approval requests from assigned banks and stakeholders to ensure all submissions are addressed in a timely, accurate and compliant manner
- Keep abreast with changes in regulatory guidelines, industry trends and financial market conditions to enhance examination techniques and adapt to evolving risks
- Contribute to the implementation of evolving Supervisory Technology (Sup Tech) initiatives within the department to enhance regulatory oversight, improve efficiency and ensure compliance
- Contribute to capacity building and development of Bank Supervision Department (BSD) staff members of the division through enhancing their subject knowledge
- Perform any other ad hoc duties and responsibilities assigned to BSD as and when necessary by BSD management, contributing to the overall objectives of CBSL
Required Skills
- Security Posture Assessment including penetration testing and vulnerabilities assessment
- Demonstrate deep understanding of cyber incident response handling and threat analysis
- Information Technology risk surveillance including threat intelligence
- Information Technology Risk Management
- Communication and Presentation Skills
- Project Management
- Information and Communication Technology
- Risk Management
Salary & Benefits
An attractive salary in line with applicable salary scales of the CBSL, benefits of Provident Fund and Employees’ Trust Fund, medical benefits, staff loan facilities, pension benefits and training opportunities.
How to Apply
Citizens of Sri Lanka who possess the required qualifications and experience and wish to apply for this position should submit their applications only through the online application link on the CBSL careers page on or before 15 November 2026. Applicants are strictly advised to adhere to the terms and conditions stipulated on the application page when submitting applications. Applicants must upload scanned copies of the educational/professional qualifications and documents to verify service experience which meet the eligibility criteria for the post. The selection procedure may include technical skill assessments and one or more interviews, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for the next step of the recruitment process.
Important Notes
- Closing date: 15 November 2026
- Only Sri Lankan citizens may apply
- Applications that do not meet the required qualifications and experience as at the closing date, or are received after the deadline or not in the prescribed format, will be rejected without notice
- Applications without copies of relevant certificates and documents will be rejected
- Candidates who fail to provide originals of relevant documents at the certificate verification conducted prior to evaluations will not be considered eligible
- Any form of canvassing will be a disqualification
- CBSL has the discretion to determine the number of positions to be filled or postpone or cancel the recruitment
- Provisions in the Central Bank of Sri Lanka Act, No. 16 of 2023 apply to all selected candidates