Job Title: IT Support Specialist
Location: Tokyo
Reporting to: Branch General Manager and Head Office IT/HK IT
Cause of Recruitment: Replacement
Required Qualifications, Skills, and Knowledge:
- Diploma or above in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related disciplines
- Good knowledge and understanding of network infrastructure such as switches, routers, firewalls, etc.
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office and good understanding of Microsoft Windows Server and Active Directory
- Knowledge of MS SQL Server
- Programming in Excel (VBA, macros, ODBC connectivity) and automation under Windows and Unix (Red Hat) environments
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Sound knowledge in desktop support and incident management
- Knowledge of the financial industry is preferred
- Microsoft certifications (MCSE, MCSA)
- IT certifications (ITIL, CGEIT) and other certifications will be an added advantage
- Knowledge of Power BI, Forms, and Lists is preferable for the development of workflows using Power Automate
- Proficient in English is preferable (any other European languages would be a plus)
Other Competencies Required:
- Team player with the ability to work efficiently, effectively, and independently
- Self-motivated, good interpersonal and communication skills with a good sense of responsibility and positive attitude
- Willingness to continue learning and an open mindset to work in an international bank with a sizable geographical footprint
- Business-oriented attitude when approaching activities
Scope and Purpose:
- Sound knowledge of policies and procedures
- Prepare and manage technical documentation and operation manuals
- Implement controls and checks on IT systems
- Ability to transform business requirements into technical requirements
- Manage IT fixed assets and accessories (purchase and disposal, maintenance, record keeping, etc.)
- Handle IT-related reporting, requests, and queries
- Handle staff access to the branch’s systems
- 1st level help desk support (for desktops, laptops, printers, corporate handphones, internet, etc.)
- Attend to problems regarding SIRE (IBM AS400 core banking system), SWIFT, etc., open incident tickets to Head Office Helpdesk and follow up
- Monitor and ensure the IT system health status and performance
- Ensure the operations of the Voice Recording system
- Ensure the first level support of trading platforms like Bloomberg, Reuters, IPC Dealer Phones, etc.
- Perform support/administration duties on system/networking infrastructure including server room facilities such as network patching, monitoring of UPS and cooling system, etc.
- Perform daily reconciliation between various centralized systems (e.g., Kondor+)
- Perform daily verification of market data after system input (e.g., LIBOR)
- Manage hardware and software deployment with regular updates
- Support the upgrade or testing of IT systems according to the instruction from HK IT, and/or Head Office and/or service providers
- Perform standby duty after normal office hours when required
- Coordinate with Head Office for issues related to different systems and processes
- Coordinate with suppliers and service providers
- Perform any other related duties as assigned
- Support BCP testing activities
Required Experience:
- 5+ years of relevant experience in system administration and support, preferably in the banking industry
- Sound knowledge of Tokyo/Japan IT compliance and regulatory requirements
- Experience in drafting policies and procedures and preparing ad hoc documents according to any requirements
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