Data Center & IT Operations Leader (24/7, Mainframe)

Conners Consulting Limited; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Conners Consulting Limited, on behalf of a listed Bank group in Hong Kong, seeks an experienced Data Centre leader to oversee IT infrastructure, batch processing, and security protocols in a 24/7 environment.

You will direct shift operations across DBA, UNIX Middleware, AS400, and Storage, manage DR readiness, ITIL processes, and incident response, while mentoring a high-performing team and delivering executive reports.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years in system management and data centre operations.
• 3–5 years in a senior leadership/management role.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT or related field.
• Deep knowledge of mainframe systems and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Direct the daily activities of shift operators to ensure flawless batch jobs and 24/7 system health.
• Lead DBA, UNIX Middleware, AS400, and Storage teams; oversee mainframe administration and inventory.
• Oversee Incident, Problem, and Change Management per ITIL; minimize business disruption.
• Manage hardware maintenance contracts and coordinate with remote hands for on-site support.
• Conduct regular inventory audits and DR drill planning.
• Generate high-level operational reports for senior management.
• Mentor, train, and develop your team to sustain technical excellence.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

ITIL

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/IT or related field

Tools

ServiceNow

NetGains

PRTG

Endevor

Git

z/OS

CICS

Omegamon

VTAM

MQ

Connect:Direct

Job description

Conners Consulting Limited, on behalf of a listed Bank group in Hong Kong, seeks an experienced Data Centre leader to oversee IT infrastructure, batch processing, and security protocols in a 24/7 environment.

You will direct shift operations across DBA, UNIX Middleware, AS400, and Storage, manage DR readiness, ITIL processes, and incident response, while mentoring a high-performing team and delivering executive reports.