Vice President Information Technology

***Applicants must have prior experience in the Data Center industry.

Vice President Information Technology

Big Data Exchange (BDx), A leading Pan Asian hybrid, hyperscale and edge solutions provider with assets located in Hong Kong, Singapore, Guangzhou, Nanjing, Indonesia and expanding footprints in SEA regions. Our hybrid ecosystem provides colocation, Enterprise Services, private cloud services, disaster recovery services, and interconnect solutions across cloud service providers, telcos, internet exchanges and major data centers. We power digital transformations and sustainability as part of our core values to provide mission-critical infrastructure for Enterprise IT workloads. To find out more, please visit

Job Description

Vice President IT is a senior technology leader responsible for shaping and executing the organizations IT strategy.

This role oversees enterprise IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and OT (Operational Technology) security to ensure resilience, compliance, and innovation. The VP IT will lead large-scale digital transformation initiatives, manage risk, and safeguard critical systems while driving operational excellence. With 20+ years of experience, the ideal candidate combines strategic vision with hands-on expertise in infrastructure, security frameworks, and emerging technologies, fostering a secure and future-ready IT environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

Define and execute IT strategy aligned with business objectives.

Drive digital transformation initiatives across the enterprise.

IT Infrastructure Management:

Oversee design, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise IT infrastructure (data centers,

networks, cloud environments).

Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of systems.

Cybersecurity & OT Security:

Develop and enforce cybersecurity policies, frameworks, and compliance standards.

Implement advanced threat detection, incident response, and risk management practices.

Secure OT environments, including industrial control systems and IoT devices.

Governance & Compliance:

Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.).

Manage audits and risk assessments.

Team Leadership:

Build and mentor a high-performing IT team.

Foster a culture of innovation, security, and operational excellence.

Vendor & Stakeholder Management:

Negotiate and manage relationships with technology vendors and service providers.

Collaborate with business leaders to align IT initiatives with organizational goals.

Qualification & Experience

Bachelors/masters degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.

20+ years of progressive IT leadership experience, including at least 5 years in a senior executive role.

Expertise in IT infrastructure, cybersecurity, and OT security.

Strong knowledge of cloud technologies, networking, and enterprise architecture.

Proven track record in managing large-scale IT operations and transformation projects.

Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Certifications:

CISSP, CISM, or equivalent cybersecurity certifications.

ITIL, PMP for process and project management.