Senior Bank Examiner (Information Technology)

The Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) is the apex financial institution of the country, responsible for maintaining economic and price stability and fostering financial system resilience. The Bank Supervision Department is seeking an experienced, high-caliber professional to join its permanent cadre as Senior Bank Examiner (Information Technology).

Position Summary

• Position: Senior Bank Examiner (Information Technology)

• Department: Bank Supervision Department (BSD)

• Institution: Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL)

• Location: Colombo 01, Sri Lanka

• Employment Type: Permanent Cadre (Staff Class Grade II) subject to a 2-year probation period

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct statutory, specific, and spot examinations of licensed banks in terms of the CBSL Act No. 16 of 2023 and Banking Act No. 30 of 1988, ensuring compliance with IT and cybersecurity regulations and implementing timely remedial measures.

• Liaise with examiners and continuous supervisors to ensure prompt and accurate execution of examination recommendations.

• Perform continuous supervision of assigned licensed banks to monitor regulatory adherence and support overall financial system stability.

• Process regulatory approval requests from assigned banks and stakeholders accurately and in a compliant manner.

• Review the Banking Act and associated regulations, draft legislative amendments in line with international best practices and local market developments, and issue regulatory directions.

• Keep abreast of technological trends, regulatory guidelines, and Supervisory Technology (Sup-Tech) initiatives to enhance regulatory oversight.

• Contribute to capacity building and knowledge enhancement of staff members within the division.

• Perform ad hoc duties assigned by BSD management.

Qualifications & Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational & Professional Qualifications (Satisfy Route A OR Route B)

• Route A: A Bachelor's degree (minimum 3 years) specialized in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Cyber Security, or Artificial Intelligence (AI), with a minimum 2nd Class (Upper Division), minimum 3.5 GPA (out of 4.0), or minimum WAM of 75% from a UGC-recognized university.

  OR

• Route B: A Bachelor's degree (minimum 3 years) or a postgraduate Master's/higher degree (minimum 1 year) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Cyber Security, or AI from a UGC-recognized university, AND holding 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)

2. Experience Requirements

• A minimum of eight (08) years of post-qualifying experience in specialized areas of Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, Cyber Security, or AI. Experience in a financial institution is preferred.

3. Required Skills & Competencies

• Security posture assessment, including penetration testing and vulnerability assessments.

• Deep understanding of cyber incident response handling and threat analysis.

• IT risk surveillance, threat intelligence, and comprehensive IT Risk Management.

• Project management, ICT expertise, and strong communication/presentation skills.

4. Age Limit

• 40 years or below as of 15.11.2026.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Competitive salary scale aligned with CBSL standards.

• Comprehensive benefits including Provident Fund, Employees' Trust Fund, pension benefits, medical coverage, staff loan facilities, and professional training opportunities.

Selection Procedure

• Shortlisted candidates meeting the eligibility criteria will undergo evaluation procedures, including technical assessments and interviews.

How to Apply

1. Submit applications exclusively through the official CBSL career portal: https://www.cbsl.gov.lk/en/careers.

2. Upload mandatory scanned copies of educational and professional certificates along with service verification documents.

• Application Deadline: On or before 15.11.2026.

Director - Human Resources

Central Bank of Sri Lanka, No. 30, Janadhipathi Mawatha, Colombo 01, Sri Lanka

Inquiries: Telephone: 011-2477330 | Fax: 011-2477715