James Ou
About James Ou
James Ou is the Head of APAC Information Security & Compliance at BeiGene in Shanghai, China, with extensive experience in information security roles across various companies.
Company
James Ou is currently employed at BeiGene, a prominent biopharmaceutical company, where he serves as the Head of APAC Information Security & Compliance. Based in Shanghai, China, he began his role on November 1, 2020, and is responsible for overseeing and managing the information security strategies and compliance measures within the APAC region.
Title
James Ou holds the title of Head of APAC Information Security & Compliance at BeiGene. In this capacity, he plays a critical role in safeguarding the company's information systems and ensuring regulatory compliance across the Asia-Pacific region.
Education and Expertise
James Ou graduated from Harbin University of Science and Technology, where he studied Information and Computing Technology and earned a bachelor's degree from 2000 to 2004. He holds multiple certifications in information security and IT, including CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), CISA (Certified Information Systems Auditor), ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure Library), and PMP (Project Management Professional). These certifications reflect his extensive knowledge and expertise in the field of information security.
Background
James Ou has a diverse and extensive background in information security and IT management. He worked at Volvo Cars as APAC Chief Information Security Officer for two years from 2018 to 2020. Prior to that, he was the Chief Information Security Officer at LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics for five months in 2018. He also served as Senior Information Security & Compliance Manager at Chery Jaguar Land Rover Automotive Co., Ltd. from 2015 to 2018 and as Information Security Manager at AVIAGE SYSTEMS from 2014 to 2015. Earlier in his career, he held multiple roles at Saint-Gobain, Microsoft, and Smiths Aerospace Suzhou (now GE Aviation Suzhou).
Achievements
Over his career, James Ou has demonstrated a proven track record of managing information security in both large and medium-sized companies. His roles have required strong leadership and the ability to develop and implement robust security frameworks to protect organizational assets. His certifications, including CISSP, CISA, ITIL, and PMP, highlight his commitment to maintaining high standards in the field of information security and IT.