Assistant IT Director
The University of Hong Kong
Apply now Ref.: 531074
Work type: Full-time
Department: School of Public Health (22400)
Categories: Professional & Management
Hong Kong
Applications are invited for appointment as Assistant IT Director in the
School of Public Health (Ref.: 531074), on a one-year temporary term or
two-year fixed-term basis.
Applicants should possess:
A Master's degree or above, preferably in Computer Science/IT or other
STEM related disciplines;
A minimum of 10 years of relevant work experience, with at least 8 years
of managerial and supervisory responsibilities. Relevant work experience
in higher education sector or research institutions is desirable;
Proficient in managing computers and servers (including virtual
machines) running on various operating systems including Linux, Windows
and macOS; and knowledge of programming languages and frameworks such as
Python, Laravel and Vue.js;
Proficient in Linux server administration, data management and security,
cybersecurity best practices, and compliance with regulatory requirements;
Experience in using, managing, and supporting various computing
technologies including virtualization, cloud computing, high performance
computing, firewall technology, AI technology, network storage technology,
web development environment such as XAMPP;
Proficient in strategic planning, risk assessment, compliance management,
and performance optimization of computing environment;
Possession of professional certifications, such as MOP, PMP and ITIL, and
experience in integrating IT technology with research activities an
advantage;
Proficient in best practices for handling and protecting personal data and
proven track record of successful IT project management;
Excellent command of spoken and written English and Chinese, with
exceptional interpersonal, communication and leadership skills;
Highly self-motivated and team-oriented, able to lead projects and manage
a team to deliver, exercise sound judgement and problem-solving skills;
Thorough understanding of major privacy regulations and framework;
Proven experience in development, implementation, and maintenance of
policies and procedures, and system controls related to data privacy and
protection in accordance with applicable regulations (e.g. PDPO, GDPR,
and HIPAA).
As the IT team lead of the School of Public Health, the appointee should
deploy the Team to cover major responsibilities, such as:
Support the School Director in formulating and implementing IT strategies
and solutions that best fit the operations and development of the School;
Support research and teaching and learning activities, e.g. installation
of hardware/server, deployment of licensed software, develop and maintain
software to capture teaching activities and student records;
Support daily operations and PR functions, e.g. develop and maintain
software to capture HR and finance records, website development and
maintenance, support communications and events, and daily IT support and
trouble-shoot for users;
Uphold and advocate data security policies and standard within the School,
work with University Central unit to ensure compliance to University IT
policies;
Manage and supervise the IT team, and other outsource capacities where
applicable;
Lead the response to IT incidents, coordinating efforts to resolve issues
and prevent future occurrences.
Other duties or projects as assigned by the School Director.
The appointee may be required to work outside normal office hours and work
outside of campus occasionally. Shortlisted candidates may be invited to
attend a written test and an interview.
A highly competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience
will be offered, in addition to annual leave and medical benefits. Contract-
end gratuity and University contribution to a retirement benefits scheme,
totalling up to 15% of basic salary, will be offered for fixed-term
appointment. Housing benefits will be provided as applicable.
The University only accepts online applications for the above post. Applicants
should apply online and upload an up-to-date CV. Review of applications will
commence as soon as possible and continue until March 12, 2025 , or
until the post is filled, whichever is earlier.
Advertised: Feb 13, 2025 (HK Time)
Applications close: Mar 12, 2025 (HK Time)
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