STEM OPT Asset Protection Specialist Jobs

INTRODUCTION

Established in 1912, Bank of China is one of the largest banks in the world, with over $3 trillion in assets and a footprint that spans more than 60 countries and regions. Our long-term outlook, institutional weight and global breadth provide our clients with a stable and reliable financial partner, whether in Corporate or Personal Banking or our Trade Services, Commodities, Financial Institutions and Global Markets lines of business.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This is a mid senior level position within the IT function responsible for managing the bank's IT fixed assets and inventories. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the accuracy and integrity of asset records, conducting regular audits, and supporting the IT Team in optimizing asset utilization.

Responsibilities

Asset Tracking & Management:

- Implement and maintain an IT asset management (ITAM) system that supports compliance requirements, including tracking asset location, ownership, lifecycle status, and associated costs.
- Ensure the ITAM system integrates with other relevant systems (e.g., procurement, help desk).
- Generate reports on asset utilization, depreciation, lifecycle costs, and other key metrics, providing insights for informed decision making and demonstrating compliance with financial reporting regulations.
- Collaborate with IT teams (e.g., Network, Systems, Help Desk, Security) to ensure accurate asset data capture and reporting throughout the asset lifecycle, adhering to established change management procedures. This includes documenting all changes to asset configurations and locations.
- Implement and enforce asset tagging and labeling standards to facilitate accurate tracking and accountability.

Inventory Management

- Manage inventory levels of IT consumables, such as spare parts, cables, and office supplies.
- Process purchase orders and track deliveries of IT equipment and supplies.
- Maintain adequate inventory levels to support business operations and minimize downtime.
- Conduct periodic reviews of inventory levels and identify opportunities for cost optimization.

Asset Disposition

- Oversee the decommissioning and disposal of obsolete or surplus IT equipment in accordance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Ensure proper data sanitization and secure disposal of electronic waste.

IT Support & Collaboration

- Collaborate with IT teams to ensure accurate asset data is captured during deployments and installations.
- Provide support to IT staff on asset related queries and issues.
- Assist in the implementation of new IT initiatives and projects related to asset management.

Audit & Compliance

- Assist with internal and external audits related to IT assets and inventory.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum 4 years of IT asset management or inventory control required.
- Minimum 4 years of IT technical work experience required.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Preferred certifications: CCNP, CCNA, server administration, or other relevant IT certifications (e.g., MCSE, CompTIA).
- Bilingual ability in Mandarin.
- Experience in a banking or financial institution is highly preferred.
- Experience in compliance and regulations are highly preferred.

COMPENSATION

Actual salary is commensurate with candidate’s relevant years of experience, skillset, education and other qualifications. USD $65,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.