Information Systems Manager – Digital Financial Services
Employment Type : Full-time
Location : Tokyo, Japan (Hybrid work environment)
Role Summary : Our client is seeking an experienced Information Systems Manager to oversee the planning, deployment, and operation of internal IT systems for a newly launched digital financial platform. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the full build-out of a secure, modern IT environment supporting a fast-moving organization.
The successful candidate will be responsible for shaping the internal infrastructure, managing end-user services, and leading a technical team that ensures system availability, scalability, and security.
Core Responsibilities :
- Lead end-to-end implementation of enterprise IT systems for a newly established digital banking environment
- Define and manage IT governance processes, tools, and documentation
- Oversee deployment and operation of core infrastructure (e.g., identity / access management, endpoint protection, secure connectivity)
- Support both Mac and Windows device environments
- Drive automation and operational improvements through the adoption of AI and cloud-based services
- Manage vendor relationships, licensing, and IT compliance
- Build and mentor a small but high-performing technical team
Required Qualifications :
Minimum 10 years of experience in IT operations, systems administration, or infrastructure managementAt least 5 years of leadership experience managing teams of 5 or moreBroad technical knowledge across device management, security tools, network architecture, and cloud environmentsExperience implementing and maintaining enterprise IT services (e.g., IdP, MDM, EDR, CASB, SASE)Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related fieldPreferred Qualifications :
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or equivalentStrong understanding of information security and regulatory compliance in financial environmentsExposure to or interest in applying AI tools for operational support and automationJapanese : Business level (oral and written)English : Business level (TOEIC 800+ or equivalent proficiency required)