IT Specialist

-; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A licensed fund management firm in Singapore is seeking an experienced IT Specialist to manage all daily IT operations, ensuring stability, security, and compliance across systems. The role includes overseeing network reliability, providing user support, and leading incident response initiatives. Candidates with a background in financial services and knowledge of data governance are preferred. This is an opportunity to lead technology efforts in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services is preferred.
• Knowledge of data or AI governance is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as the main contact for all IT-related matters.
• Manage and support all user devices and core business applications.
• Oversee network infrastructure and systems.
• Monitor on-premise and cloud systems.
• Ensure secure connections with external platforms.
• Manage user access rights and conduct access reviews.
• Lead incident response activities.
• Maintain backup and disaster recovery plans.
• Manage the relationship with the managed service provider.
• Conduct regular service reviews with the MSP.
• Maintain and update IT policies and procedures.

Skills

User support

System management

Network reliability

Cybersecurity monitoring

Incident handling

AI governance

User access management

Job description

IT Specialist - In-House

Salary: From $7,000

Work Location: Raffles Place

Working Hours: 5 days week (Mon - Fri)

Job Summary

The IT Specialist will be the sole person in charge of technology for a licensed fund management company. This role handles all daily IT operations, including user support, system and device management, network reliability, cybersecurity monitoring, incident handling, backups, and coordination with external IT service providers.

The role ensures that all IT systems are stable, secure, and ready for audits, with proper documentation of systems, risks, and controls. The IT Specialist will regularly update management on technology issues, risks, and changes. Experience in financial services is preferred, and knowledge of data or AI governance is a plus.

Role & Responsibilities

• Act as the main contact for all IT-related matters, for both office-based and remote staff.
• Manage and support all user devices and core business applications, ensuring they are secure and up to date.
• Oversee network infrastructure and systems to ensure reliable performance.
• Monitor on-premise and cloud systems, resolving issues promptly.
• Ensure secure and stable connections with external platforms such as trading, market data, and research systems.
• Manage user access rights and conduct regular access reviews in line with company policies.
• Lead incident response activities, including drills, and document root causes and follow-up actions.
• Maintain and test backup and disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Manage the relationship with the managed service provider (MSP), including service quality, reports, follow-ups, and cost tracking.
• Conduct regular service reviews with the MSP to assess performance and improvements.
• Maintain and update IT policies, procedures, and documentation, ensuring compliance across the firm.

To apply, kindly send your updated resume via WhatsApp to 91877866.

Thank you.

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