Strategic VP, Identity & Database Management

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 2,500,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd. is seeking a Vice President of Identity & Database Management to lead a dedicated team within the Technology function for a major financial services client in Hong Kong.

You will drive the IAM, PAM, and database strategy, partner with senior stakeholders, and ensure robust security controls across the enterprise. This is a senior role shaping risk management and technology strategy.

Qualifications

• Degree holder in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in IAM, PAM, InfoSec, or DB Management in financial services.
• Minimum 5 years of management experience.
• Expertise in IAM, PAM, AD/Microsoft 365 security, DB governance, RBAC and risk management.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance and security frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, governance, and roadmap for IAM, PAM, and Database Management.
• Oversee access control, user lifecycle, database governance, and security operations to meet policies and audits.
• Drive enterprise IAM/security/db transformation with automation and process improvements.
• Collaborate with Technology, InfoSec, Risk, Compliance, Audit, and Business Units to strengthen controls.
• Provide leadership to managers and teams, ensuring delivery and talent development.
• Act as senior escalation point for identity, access, database, and security matters; support regulatory reviews.
• Manage budgets, vendor relations, and strategic tech investments to improve security posture.

Skills

IAM

PAM

RBAC

Information Security

Cybersecurity governance

Technology risk management

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Education

Degree in Computer Science / IT / Information Security

Tools

Active Directory

Microsoft 365 security administration

Job description

Michael Page International (HK) Ltd. is seeking a Vice President of Identity & Database Management to lead a dedicated team within the Technology function for a major financial services client in Hong Kong.

You will drive the IAM, PAM, and database strategy, partner with senior stakeholders, and ensure robust security controls across the enterprise. This is a senior role shaping risk management and technology strategy.