Data Security & Governance SME - Asia Financial Group (Hong Kong)

About the Opportunity

At Pinpoint Asia, we specialize in connecting exceptional talent with career-defining opportunities. We are proud to exclusively represent a large-scale international enterprise in its search for a Data Security & Governance SME for its APAC operations.

Our client is significantly expanding its data capabilities and is looking for a hands-on expert to ensure their data platforms are secure, compliant, and well-governed. This is a crucial role for a subject matter expert to apply their deep knowledge in a complex, multi-market environment. You will be the go-to specialist for data security, operating with a high degree of autonomy and shaping best practices across the region.

The Client

Our client is a highly respected multinational corporation and a leader in the finance, with significant and growing operations throughout the Asia-Pacific region. They are known for fostering a culture of innovation and are heavily investing in technology and talent to drive their business forward.

Your Role & Responsibilities

As a senior SME, you will be responsible for the technical and procedural aspects of data security and governance. Your primary focus will be on hands-on implementation, risk assessment, and providing expert advice.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Develop Security & Access Frameworks: Design, build, and maintain robust access management controls and security policies for the company's large-scale data platforms.

Provide Expert Regulatory Guidance: Act as the key advisor on data compliance, interpreting complex regulations from various jurisdictions across the APAC region and translating them into actionable technical standards.

Execute Proactive Risk Management: Take a hands-on role in identifying potential data risks, conducting detailed assessments (such as PIAs/DPIAs), and coordinating the response to security incidents.

Advocate for Best Practices: Partner closely with engineering, architecture, and business teams to provide guidance and promote best practices in data security and privacy.

What You'll Bring

We are looking for a seasoned specialist with a unique blend of technical acumen, regulatory knowledge, and a collaborative mindset.

Experience: You have 8+ years of hands-on experience in data governance, information security, or IT risk, with exposure to a multinational, multi-market environment in Asia.

Regulatory Knowledge: You possess a strong, practical understanding of the data privacy and regulatory landscapes across the APAC region.

Technical Proficiency: You are highly proficient with modern data ecosystems and have deep knowledge of a major cloud platform (Azure, AWS, or GCP), including its data lake and warehousing technologies.

Collaboration & Influence: You have excellent communication skills and a proven ability to partner with and advise diverse technical and business teams effectively.

Certifications: Professional certifications in security, risk, or privacy (e.g., CIPP, CRISC, CISM, CDMP) are highly advantageous.

What's On Offer

A senior, high-impact individual contributor role with significant autonomy.

The opportunity to be the primary subject matter expert for data security in a growing regional function.

A highly competitive remuneration package and comprehensive benefits.

Clear pathways for career progression as a technical expert within a dynamic global company.

If this outstanding opportunity sounds like your next career move, please send your resume in Word format to Sedrick Chan at and put Data Security & Governance SME - Asia Financial Group in the subject header. Data provided is for recruitment purposes only.

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