Cybersecurity Manager – Foreign Bank (Hong Kong)

About the role

The Security & Architecture Group in Hong Kong is seeking a Manager – Cybersecurity for a foreign‑bank subsidiary. You will strengthen the bank’s cyber defence posture, ensure compliance with regulatory and group standards, and lead a small specialist security team.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate security assessments from regulators, APAC offices and Head Office, documenting and testing controls.
• Develop, maintain and update cybersecurity policies, standards and guidelines aligned with group and HKMA requirements.
• Oversee implementation and day‑to‑day operation of security technologies, collaborating with infrastructure and application teams.
• Plan, drive and track security hardening and vulnerability management, including remediation follow‑up and reporting.
• Promote cybersecurity awareness through communication, training and engagement initiatives.

Required profile

• Degree in IT, Cybersecurity or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years’ IT experience, with at least 5 years in cybersecurity or IT risk management.
• Banking experience and familiarity with HKMA cybersecurity and technology‑risk guidelines (preferred).
• Professional certifications such as CISA, CISM, CISSP or HKMA‑recognised qualifications (advantageous).
• Fluent in English and Cantonese; Mandarin is a plus.