Company:

Qualcomm China

Job Area:

Information Technology Group, Information Technology Group > IT Management

General Summary:Job Summary

We are seeking a IT Manager / Senior IT Manager to join our team in Shanghai, China. This position plays a critical role in driving IT operations and cybersecurity initiatives, ensuring compliance with China’s regulatory requirements and global standards. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in IT strategy, security governance, and emerging technologies, with a strong focus on M&A integration, IoT ecosystems, Automotive industry platforms, and AI-driven solutions including Large Language Models (LLMs). You will work closely with cross-functional teams to implement secure, scalable IT solutions, foster innovation, and mitigate risks in a dynamic business environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with China’s regulatory requirements (DSL, CSL, PIPL, MLPS) and global security standards (ISO 27001, NIST CSF).
• Actively participate in M&A activities, including due diligence, integration planning, and risk mitigation.
• Drive adoption of AI-based solutions, including LLM-powered tools for IT operations, enhancing business operations, and automating compliance processes.
• Lead implementation of cybersecurity programs for IoT and automotive systems.
• Develop and execute IT strategies aligned with business objectives, focusing on scalability, security, and innovation.
• Monitor regulatory changes and emerging threats; update security roadmaps accordingly.
• Conduct security risk assessments, vulnerability management, and incident response planning.
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to ensure secure design and deployment of IoT and automotive platforms.
• Provide practical guidance to business units and project teams on IT and security best practices.
• Conduct training and awareness programs on cybersecurity and compliance.
• Manage IT infrastructure, applications, and service delivery for the China region.
• Oversee vendor relationships and ensure third-party compliance with security standards.
• Lead remediation efforts for identified risks and coordinate response to security incidents.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive IT and cybersecurity experience, including leadership roles.
• Proven track record in M&A IT integration and risk management.
• Hands-on experience with IoT, automotive systems, and AI technologies including LLM-based solutions.
• Strong understanding of China regulatory requirements (DSL, CSL, MLPS, PIPL).
• Familiarity with global security standards (ISO 27001, NIST CSF).
• Expertise in security risk assessment, incident handling, and compliance frameworks.
• Certifications: CISSP, CISM, ISO27001 preferred; CISA, CIPM a plus.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7+ years of IT-related work experience with a Bachelor's degree. OR
  9+ years of IT-related work experience without a Bachelor’s degree.

• 4+ years in a leadership role in projects/programs.

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