Head of IT – Data Centres | First Point Group | Hong Kong

First Point Group; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,800,000 - 3,600,000; Full time

Job summary

First Point Group in Hong Kong seeks an executive Head of IT – Data Centres to shape and drive IT/OT strategy for a growing global portfolio. You will lead architecture, cybersecurity, and compliance while aligning with executives and partners to deliver operational excellence.

The role requires a proven track record in hyperscale infrastructure environments, strong governance, and the ability to scale enterprise IT functions across multiple sites. Immediate relocation in Hong Kong preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of professional IT leadership experience, with significant tenure in data centre environments or mission-critical tech.
• Proven executive track record leading IT and OT strategy, infrastructure design, and operations for data centres.
• Deep expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and compliance standards (ISO 27001, SOC 2).
• Extensive experience managing new data centre builds, greenfield deployments, and brownfield expansions.
• Exceptional organizational leadership, team-building, and executive communication capabilities.
• Strong financial acumen in managing technology budgets and vendor negotiations.
• Mandatory residency/work authorization: Ability to operate on-site in Hong Kong

Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute comprehensive IT and OT strategic roadmaps for a fast-growing global data centre business.
• Lead end-to-end IT/OT architecture design, implementation, and technology integration for new data centre deployments.
• Own enterprise cybersecurity, infrastructure resilience, and continuous operational excellence across all regional facilities.
• Drive strict compliance frameworks and certifications including ISO 27001, SOC 2, and related regulatory standards.
• Build, mentor, and lead a world-class IT engineering and operational function as the portfolio scales.
• Oversee mission-critical systems, network infrastructure, data centre management systems (DCIM), and operational telemetry.
• Collaborate proactively with executive management, construction teams, facility directors, and enterprise clients.
• Establish robust IT disaster recovery, business continuity, and incident response protocols.
• Manage technology vendor relationships, enterprise software licensing, and departmental capital expenditure budgets.
• Author executive technology strategies, governance policies, and infrastructure auditing documentation.

Skills

IT leadership

Data centre strategy

Cybersecurity

ISO 27001

SOC 2

Budget management

Vendor management

Executive communication

APAC experience

On-site HK

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/EE/Telecom

Tools

DCIM systems

Enterprise software licensing

Job description

Position Summary:

We are seeking an exceptionally skilled and experienced Head of IT – Data Centres to join our fast-growing global data centre business on a full-time permanent basis in Hong Kong [cite: image_41f906.jpg]. In this critical executive technology leadership role, you will be responsible for shaping and executing the comprehensive IT and Operational Technology (OT) strategy across a growing data centre portfolio [cite: image_41f906.jpg]. The ideal candidate will bring a distinguished executive background spanning infrastructure design, cyber security, resilience, operational excellence, and mission‑critical facility management [cite: image_41f906.jpg]. If you possess a proven track record in building and leading high‑performing enterprise IT functions for hyperscale infrastructure operators, we invite you to apply.

Detailed Job Description:

As the Head of IT – Data Centres at First Point Group in Hong Kong, you will serve as the principal technology authority responsible for bridging future data centre development and live operational excellence [cite: image_41f906.jpg]. Your daily responsibilities will encompass leading IT and OT architecture, directing new data centre deployments, owning corporate and operational cybersecurity frameworks, and ensuring rigorous compliance standards including ISO 27001 and SOC 2 [cite: image_41f906.jpg]. You will build, scale, and lead the enterprise IT function as the global portfolio expands, collaborating closely with executive stakeholders, engineering leads, and external partners.

Key Responsibilities:

• Formulate and execute comprehensive IT and OT strategic roadmaps for a fast‑growing global data centre business [cite: image_41f906.jpg].
• Lead end‑to‑end IT/OT architecture design, implementation, and technology integration for new data centre deployments [cite: image_41f906.jpg].
• Own enterprise cybersecurity, infrastructure resilience, and continuous operational excellence across all regional facilities [cite: image_41f906.jpg].
• Drive strict compliance frameworks and certifications including ISO 27001, SOC 2, and related regulatory standards [cite: image_41f906.jpg].
• Build, mentor, and lead a world‑class IT engineering and operational function as the portfolio scales [cite: image_41f906.jpg].
• Oversee mission‑critical systems, network infrastructure, data centre management systems (DCIM), and operational telemetry.
• Collaborate proactively with executive management, construction teams, facility directors, and enterprise clients.
• Establish robust IT disaster recovery, business continuity, and incident response protocols.
• Manage technology vendor relationships, enterprise software licensing, and departmental capital expenditure budgets.
• Author executive technology strategies, governance policies, and infrastructure auditing documentation.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10+ years of professional IT leadership experience, with significant tenure in data centre environments or mission‑critical tech.
• Proven executive track record leading IT and OT strategy, infrastructure design, and operations for data centres.
• Deep expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and compliance standards (ISO 27001, SOC 2).
• Extensive experience managing new data centre builds, greenfield deployments, and brownfield expansions.
• Exceptional organizational leadership, team‑building, and executive communication capabilities.
• Strong financial acumen in managing technology budgets and vendor negotiations.
• Mandatory residency/work authorization: Ability to operate on‑site in Hong Kong [cite: image_41f906.jpg].

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CDCP, or TOGAF enterprise architecture credentials.
• Prior experience scaling IT operations across multiple APAC data centre markets.
• Familiarity with advanced AI/ML infrastructure workloads, high‑density cooling telemetry, and smart building OT integration.
• Immediate availability for executive mobilization in Hong Kong.

Application Information:

• Recruiter: First Point Group / Executive Search & Talent Advisory
• Contact Name: Christopher Lamb (安勇) – Managing Director Asia
• Email: [e-mail] [cite: image_41f906.jpg]
• Phone:
• Application URL: https://lnkd.in/gvFV_E3E
• Salary/Rate: Competitive executive compensation package
• Deadline: Immediate
• Notice Period: 30 to 90 Days
• Contract Duration: Full Time / Permanent (Hong Kong)

Recruitment Pro Tip:

When applying for this Head of IT – Data Centres position with First Point Group, ensure your resume and cover letter explicitly highlight your executive leadership in data centre IT/OT strategy, your ISO 27001/SOC 2 compliance record, and your experience scaling IT functions across growing portfolios.