Head of IT, Data Centre Development

About The Job

We're seeking a technology leader to shape and drive the IT function within a newly established Data Centre Development division, to work and based in Hong Kong

This is a rare greenfield opportunity to build and scale a best-in-class IT team from the ground up, responsible for designing, deploying, and managing the technology infrastructure of a growing data centre portfolio.

The Opportunity

You'll oversee all aspects of IT across architecture & design, cybersecurity, compliance (ISO 27001, SOC 2, etc.), and operational excellence - ensuring seamless performance across multiple data centre sites.

What You'll Do

• Strategy & Planning: Develop and execute the overall IT strategy for the Data Centre division, aligning with broader business objectives. This includes long-term planning for scalability, resilience, and future technology adoption.
• Design & Build: Lead IT and OT design and implementation for new data centre projects, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and compliance requirements. Select appropriate technologies and systems (including BMS & EPMS), oversee vendor relationships, and manage budgets effectively.
• Operations & Maintenance: Establish and manage ongoing operation and maintenance of IT and OT infrastructure, ensuring high availability, performance, and security. Develop robust monitoring, incident response, and disaster recovery plans.
• Cybersecurity: Build a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy to protect data and systems, including risk assessments, security audits, vulnerability management, and incident response procedures to meet customer obligations and regulatory requirements.
• Compliance & Certification: Lead the process of achieving and maintaining relevant certifications such as ISO 27001, ensuring compliance with all applicable regulations and standards.
• Team Building & Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing IT team, define roles and responsibilities, provide mentorship, and foster a collaborative, innovative culture.
• Vendor Management: Manage relationships with key technology vendors, negotiate contracts, and ensure service level agreements are met.
• Budget Management: Develop and manage the IT budget for the division, ensuring cost-effectiveness and efficient resource allocation.
• Innovation: Stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends, identifying opportunities to continuously improve infrastructure and services.

What You'll Bring

• 10+ years in IT leadership roles within data centre development, cloud infrastructure, or enterprise IT environments
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (Master's preferred)
• Proven expertise designing, deploying, and managing large-scale IT infrastructure in data centre environments
• Deep knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks, risk management, and compliance standards (ISO 27001, SOC 2, NIST, etc.)
• Strong track record of building and leading high-performing IT teams in fast-paced, complex environments
• Experience managing and securing mission-critical operational technology environments
• Hands-on experience with network architecture, cloud technologies, and data centre operations
• Strategic mindset with the ability to translate business goals into technical solutions
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence at Executive levels
• Relevant industry certifications (CISSP, CCIE, ITIL, etc.) highly regarded