Head of IT- MIC

My fintech client is looking for head of IT. Job specs: • Monitor and maintain trading systems (HK/US stocks, futures), servers, networks, and databases to ensure 7x24 high availability. • Manage user accounts, permissions, and IT service requests from business teams (Trading, Settlement, Risk, etc.). • Execute BCP/DR plans and participate in regular drills. • Enforce IT security controls (firewall, antivirus, intrusion detection) and follow SFC/PDPO compliance standards. • Prepare IT audit docu

Unicorn Advisor (HK) Limited - Hong Kong - Full time

Salary: highly competitive

My fintech client is looking for head of IT.

Job specs:

• Monitor and maintain trading systems (HK/US stocks, futures), servers, networks, and databases to ensure 7x24 high availability.

• Manage user accounts, permissions, and IT service requests from business teams (Trading, Settlement, Risk, etc.).

• Execute BCP/DR plans and participate in regular drills.

• Enforce IT security controls (firewall, antivirus, intrusion detection) and follow SFC/PDPO compliance standards.

• Prepare IT audit documentation and assist with regulatory inspections.

• Support IT projects (system upgrades, new deployments, security patches).

• Manage change control processes and maintain documentation.

• Liaise with vendors/service providers and monitor SLA performance.

• Maintain IT asset inventory and assist with procurement/budget tracking.

• Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related fields.

• 8+ years of IT support/operations experience, preferably in brokerage or banking.

• Strong troubleshooting skills in systems, networks, and applications.

• Hands-on experience with Windows/Linux, network (TCP/IP, Cisco), and databases (SQL Server/MySQL).

• Familiar with IT security, risk control, and BCP practices.

• Knowledge of SFC regulatory environment and strict process control.

• Good communication skills in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin.

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