Manager, Data Protection and Quality Management

Manager, Data Protection and Quality Management The Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) was founded by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in 2000 with the mission of enhancing Hong Kong’s competitiveness through applied research. ASTRI’s core R&D competence in various areas is grouped under five Technology Divisions: Communications Technologies, Artificial Intelligence and Trust Technologies, Advanced Electronic Components and Systems, IoT Sensing and AI Technologies, and Intelligent Perception and Control Technologies. It is applied across six core areas which are Smart City, Financial Technologies, New Industrialisation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Digital Health, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, and Metaverse. The Institute has nurtured a pool of research, I&T talents, and received numerous international awards for its pioneering innovations as well as outstanding business and community contributions. ASTRI has transferred about 1,600 technologies to the industries and has been granted close to 1,200 patents in the Mainland, the United States, and other countries. Job Responsibilities Act as the focal contact point within ASTRI related to handling, storing, and processing sensitive information and confidential data. Ensure that all aspects of ASTRI’s policies and practices comply with applicable laws and regulations. Define and maintain a data governance framework and data inventory to monitor data access and usage, and improve visibility and control. Develop and implement ISO-­standard data classification, data protection, and privacy policies and procedures, to protect sensitive data, detect and block suspicious activity. Take the lead on the ongoing assessment of data breach incident handling guidelines and coordinate the handling of data breach incidents, including investigations and making recommendations for improvement if necessary. Oversee a quality team to upkeep ISO 9000 and ISO 27001 system and ensure quality operation for ASTRI. Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor. Job Requirements Degree holder or above in Information Technology, Law, Business, or other related disciplines. Minimum of 6 years’ experience in a similar role, previous experience in consulting firms or supervisory authorities. Implementation experience of Privacy Management Programme (PMP) is highly preferred. Knowledge of Hong Kong/China data protection law/regulations and ability to translate into operational implications. Holder of data protection/information privacy related certification such as IAPP, CIPP, CIPM, etc. would be an advantage. Possess information security-related certifications, such as CISSP, Security+, CISA, etc., would also be an advantage. Hands on knowledge related to ISO system development and maintenance. Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication and presentation skills. Organized and self-­motivated team player who is able to work under pressure, and attentive to details. Live ASTRI values. The appointment will be on renewable contract terms with a competitive salary and performance‑linked variable pay. Fringe benefits include paid leave, medical, insurance coverage and contribution to MPF. The incumbent will normally work a five‑day week. For interested parties, please submit your application with a detailed CV within two weeks of the post date. Applicants are encouraged to submit their applications as soon as possible. The review of applications will continue until the post is filled. The resume should not include any sensitive personal information such as ID card no. or travel document number, etc. Position offer is subject to the applicant’s experience and academic qualification. Only short‑listed candidates will be notified. ASTRI reserves the right not to fill the position. ASTRI is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Personal data provided by job applicants will be used exclusively for recruitment only. For details, please refer to ASTRI Privacy Policy Statement. #J-18808-Ljbffr