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*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Cloud Automation and Tools Software Engineer with strong Python/PowerShell automation experience. Candidate will be part of a small Innovation team of Engineers that will collaborate with stakeholders, partner teams, and Solutions Architects to research and engineer emerging technologies as part of a comprehensive requirements-driven solution design. Candidate will be developing technology engineering requirements and working on Proof-of-Concept and laboratory testing efforts using modern approaches to process and automation. Candidate will build/deploy/document/manage Lab environments within On-Prem/Cloud Datacenters to be used for Proof-of-Concepts and rapid prototyping. In this engineering role, you will use your technology background to evaluate emerging technologies and help OTSI Leadership make informed decisions on changes to the Technology Roadmap. Responsibilities: Engineer and maintain Lab environments in Public Cloud and the Data Centers using Infrastructure as Code techniques Collaborate with Engineering, Architecture and Cloud Platform Engineering teams to evaluate, document, and demonstrate Proof of Concepts for infrastructure, application and services that impact the Technology Roadmap Document Technology design decisions and conduct Technology assessments as part of a centralized Demand Management process within IT Apply your expertise in compute, storage, database, server-less, monitoring, microservices, and event management to pilot new/innovative solutions to business problems Find opportunities to improve existing infrastructure architecture to improve performance, support, scalability, reliability, and security Incorporate security best practices, Identity and Access Management, and encryption mechanisms for data protection Develop automation scripts and processes to streamline routine tasks such as scaling, patching, backup, and recovery Create and maintain operational documentation, runbooks, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Lab environments that will be used to validate assumptions within high level Solution Designs Qualifications: Ability to think strategically and map architectural decisions/recommendations to business needs Advanced problem-solving skills and logical approach to solving problems [Required] Ability to develop tools and automate tasks using Scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, Bash, PERL, Ruby, etc [Preferred] Experience with DevOps tools, eg Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Helm and CI/CD pipeline etc. [Preferred] Experience with distributed message brokers Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, Amazon Kinesis, etc. Technical Skills: In depth knowledge of on-premises, cloud and hybrid networking concepts Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes [Preferred] Familiarity with security standards such as the NIST CSF Education and/or Experience: [Preferred] Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science related degree or equivalent experience [Required] 7+ years of experience as a System or Cloud Engineer with hands on implementation, security, and standards experience within a hybrid technology environment [Required] 3+ years of experience contributing to the architecture of Cloud and On-Prem Solutions Certificates or Licenses: [Preferred] Cloud computing certification such as AWS Solutions Architect Associate, Azure Administrator or something similar [Desired] Technical Security Certifications such as AWS Certified Security, Microsoft Azure Security Engineer or something similar [Desired] CCNA, Network+ or other relevant Networking certifications

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Cloud Automation and Tools Software Engineer with strong Python/PowerShell automation experience. Candidate will be part of a small Innovation team of Engineers that will collaborate with stakeholders, partner teams, and Solutions Architects to research and engineer emerging technologies as part of a comprehensive requirements-driven solution design. Candidate will be developing technology engineering requirements and working on Proof-of-Concept and laboratory testing efforts using modern approaches to process and automation. Candidate will build/deploy/document/manage Lab environments within On-Prem/Cloud Datacenters to be used for Proof-of-Concepts and rapid prototyping. In this engineering role, you will use your technology background to evaluate emerging technologies and help OTSI Leadership make informed decisions on changes to the Technology Roadmap. Responsibilities: Engineer and maintain Lab environments in Public Cloud and the Data Centers using Infrastructure as Code techniques Collaborate with Engineering, Architecture and Cloud Platform Engineering teams to evaluate, document, and demonstrate Proof of Concepts for infrastructure, application and services that impact the Technology Roadmap Document Technology design decisions and conduct Technology assessments as part of a centralized Demand Management process within IT Apply your expertise in compute, storage, database, server-less, monitoring, microservices, and event management to pilot new/innovative solutions to business problems Find opportunities to improve existing infrastructure architecture to improve performance, support, scalability, reliability, and security Incorporate security best practices, Identity and Access Management, and encryption mechanisms for data protection Develop automation scripts and processes to streamline routine tasks such as scaling, patching, backup, and recovery Create and maintain operational documentation, runbooks, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Lab environments that will be used to validate assumptions within high level Solution Designs Qualifications: Ability to think strategically and map architectural decisions/recommendations to business needs Advanced problem-solving skills and logical approach to solving problems [Required] Ability to develop tools and automate tasks using Scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, Bash, PERL, Ruby, etc [Preferred] Experience with DevOps tools, eg Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Helm and CI/CD pipeline etc. [Preferred] Experience with distributed message brokers Kafka, RabbitMQ, ActiveMQ, Amazon Kinesis, etc. Technical Skills: In depth knowledge of on-premises, cloud and hybrid networking concepts Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, or Azure Resource Manager Knowledge of containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes [Preferred] Familiarity with security standards such as the NIST CSF Education and/or Experience: [Preferred] Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science related degree or equivalent experience [Required] 7+ years of experience as a System or Cloud Engineer with hands on implementation, security, and standards experience within a hybrid technology environment [Required] 3+ years of experience contributing to the architecture of Cloud and On-Prem Solutions Certificates or Licenses: [Preferred] Cloud computing certification such as AWS Solutions Architect Associate, Azure Administrator or something similar [Desired] Technical Security Certifications such as AWS Certified Security, Microsoft Azure Security Engineer or something similar [Desired] CCNA, Network+ or other relevant Networking certifications

*Must be local candidate. We are unable to sponsor for this 6 month straight contract role* Prestigious Enterprise Company is currently seeking a Automation Testing Engineer with Pega testing experience. Candidate will work alongside both business and technical team members to ensure the usability and functionality of the Provider Management application. This position is responsible for analysing requirements and issues for test case development. The position will create, update, and execute automation of test scripts and document all testing activities and results for new development, enhancements, and issue resolution ensuring that the product meets the specified requirements. Qualifications: Hands-on experience with Selenium automation framework, developing/extending automation library, Selenium Web Driver, Test NG, Java, JUnit, Maven, Rest assured, etc Proficient in writing test scripts and testing in a headless browser way for a variety of browser types and versions. Ability to use Rest Client tools like Postman to test Web APIs. Able to write test scripts to validate the SOAP services. Familiarity with code management tools like Git etc. Configure and schedule test automation within a Continuous Integration (CI) pipeline. Experience in writing SQL. Hands-on experience in Agile testing for Agile software development Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions based on analysis. Knowledge of industry standards, quality control techniques, and procedures. Experience with Sprint management tools like JIRA.

*This is a 6 month contract to hire CTH role, not a straight contract, only candidates that want to convert a permanent employee will be considered* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a ITIL Service Management Associate with strong ServiceNow experience. Candidate will be responsible for the review and streamline the existing Service Request catalog. Candidate will develop and implement ServiceNow Employee Center utilizing the streamlined catalog. Responsibilities: Manage the IT Service Management Knowledge and Service Request processes with focus on effectiveness, efficiency, and responsiveness to customer issues/requests or operational issues while ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and controls Provide training materials for Service Request Content Owners (SRO) and Service Request Requesters (SRR) on the Service Request process to ensure ongoing process compliance and adherence to controls Coordinate and facilitate discussions and working sessions between SROs and Incident managers ensuring appropriate level of requirements gathering are understood, documented, and reviewed Consult with SROs to improve the Service Request Catalog/Service Portal/Employee Center Consult with SROs on applicable procedures, job aids, process flows, and controls that support Service Request and Knowledge Management processes Develop, monitor, and report the agreed Key Performance Indicators corresponding to compliance with senior management Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting analysis and metrics management Continually work towards making improvements to the processes and corresponding ITSM modules Coordinate with other ITIL Process Owners Qualifications: Experience with ServiceNow (required) Experience with ServiceNow Employee Center Unified Portal (required) Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across multiple stakeholders to ensure an effective platform that adheres to governance standards. Experience with Microsoft Office desktop tools (Project, Word, Excel) Experience with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence) Familiarity various data interpretation techniques. Experience with Agile Methodologies and Concepts Familiarity with ITIL modules eg Incident, Problem, Change, Config, Release, Service Portal, Knowledgebase Ability to follow regulatory documentation procedures and requirements.

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Operational Readiness Coordinator. Candidate will work closely and collaboratively with Development, Technical and Business teams to lead sustainable change processes. Candidate will be collecting and analysing planned changes for risk and impact across the technology and business domains. This person also reviews the evidence and acceptance criterion collected as part of the release workflow and attests to its completeness. Responsibilities: Apply a change management process and tools to create a strategy to support adoption of the changes required by a project or initiative. Support the delivery and management of communications. Confirm documentation, monitors, runbooks, and NFRs are operationally sound. Review release gate acceptance criteria for movement of releases between stages Conduct impact analyses, assess change readiness and identify key stakeholders. Provide input, document requirements and support the design and delivery of training programs. Track and report issues Support change management at the organizational level Serve as an advocate for change management, communicating change management processes and procedures throughout the company and assisting teams with adoption Continually work towards making improvements in the change process Stay current on trends and regulations to ensure effectiveness and compliance Qualifications: 7+ years of previous release, change and/or project management experience, (Solid understanding of project management principles preferred) Experience and knowledge of change management principles, methodologies and tools. Strong analytical, problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment Ability to work with a team, ensuring team efficiency Experience with Microsoft Office desktop tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Requires a broad knowledge of ServiceNow Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and work experience. Eight or more years of experience in change management.

*Must be local candidate. We are unable to sponsor for this 6 month straight contract role* Prestigious Enterprise Company is currently seeking a Automation Testing Engineer with Pega testing experience. Candidate will work alongside both business and technical team members to ensure the usability and functionality of the Provider Management application. This position is responsible for analysing requirements and issues for test case development. The position will create, update, and execute automation of test scripts and document all testing activities and results for new development, enhancements, and issue resolution ensuring that the product meets the specified requirements. Qualifications: Hands-on experience with Selenium automation framework, developing/extending automation library, Selenium Web Driver, Test NG, Java, JUnit, Maven, Rest assured, etc Proficient in writing test scripts and testing in a headless browser way for a variety of browser types and versions. Ability to use Rest Client tools like Postman to test Web APIs. Able to write test scripts to validate the SOAP services. Familiarity with code management tools like Git etc. Configure and schedule test automation within a Continuous Integration (CI) pipeline. Experience in writing SQL. Hands-on experience in Agile testing for Agile software development Excellent communication skills both written and verbal. Ability to analyze data and draw meaningful conclusions based on analysis. Knowledge of industry standards, quality control techniques, and procedures. Experience with Sprint management tools like JIRA.

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial and Business Risk Auditor. Candidate will support independent assessments of the financial and operational business processes, risk management, and other objectives as needed. The role is responsible for determining the sufficiency of management's controls and activities related to the management of regulatory, operational, and strategic risks and presenting recommendations for improvements to the engagement team. Responsibilities: Support the team on delivery of assigned audits within the annual audit plan. Support the team confirming a professional auditee experience. Owning the audit quality, accuracy of results, and delivery in a timely manner. Proactively identify regulatory, operational, and/or strategic risks to the organization and bring them to your engagement team. Evaluate exceptions or inefficient practices for root causes and propose advice and recommendations for achievable solutions. Leading audits related to organization changes including business requirements definitions, technology implementations (eg, changes to the supported business processes), engagement and alignment of change initiatives to business objectives. Maintaining an understanding of policies, procedures, standards, and supporting technologies, and educating staff accordingly, to effectively identify potential risks and alternatives to mitigate risk exposure leveraging leading practices. Ability to understand professional principles and standards (eg, AICPA, IIA IPPF, COSO) and the relevancy to risk management and impact on policies and procedures. In addition, leveraging these principles and standards to test and evaluate corporate risk management processes and controls. Keeping current on best practices and emerging risks within the financial services industry and making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Qualifications: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to handle potentially sensitive situations and discussions. Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities. Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports. Ability to work independently or as part of a team, prioritizing multiple audit assignments to simultaneously complete each in a timely fashion. Experience working in a complex, fast paced environment. Experience using the principles, practices, and techniques involved in conducting audits in accordance with the requirements set forth in the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). [Preferred] Consulting and/or accounting firm experience. [Preferred] Experience in Financial Services/Security Industry and working with regulatory organizations such as: Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), Federal Reserve. [Required] Microsoft Office applications [Preferred] Proficiency using Archer or other audit or Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) software Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field 5+ years of experience (audit-related) in conducting risk-based operational and compliance audits and projects, business process reviews and internal audits [Preferred] one of the following or equivalent certifications: Certified Financial Services Auditor (CFSA), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA)

*We are unable to sponsor for this 1+ year contract role* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Configuration Management Specialist with strong CMDB experience. Candidate will support the strategy, planning, design, implementation, management and performance of Configuration Management solutions that will effectively and efficiently support the strategic objectives and operational needs. Responsibilities: Maintain, configure, control and own all Configuration Management functions for the Configuration Management team. Qualifications: Experience with ServiceNow Understanding business applications and their functionality in the ITIL model Comprehension of and the ability to communicate and implement the ITIL CMDB model Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across multiple stakeholders to ensure an effective CMDB that adheres to governance standards Broad general knowledge of IT infrastructure topology including typical application, server, and networking configurations Comprehension of the ServiceNow CSDM model Experience with Microsoft Office desktop tools (Project, Word, Excel), Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence)

*We are unable to sponsor for this 1+ year contract role* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Configuration Management Specialist with strong CMDB experience. Candidate will support the strategy, planning, design, implementation, management and performance of Configuration Management solutions that will effectively and efficiently support the strategic objectives and operational needs. Responsibilities: Maintain, configure, control and own all Configuration Management functions for the Configuration Management team. Qualifications: Experience with ServiceNow Understanding business applications and their functionality in the ITIL model Comprehension of and the ability to communicate and implement the ITIL CMDB model Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across multiple stakeholders to ensure an effective CMDB that adheres to governance standards Broad general knowledge of IT infrastructure topology including typical application, server, and networking configurations Comprehension of the ServiceNow CSDM model Experience with Microsoft Office desktop tools (Project, Word, Excel), Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence)

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking an Information Technology Internal Auditor. Candidate will support independent assessments of the Information Technology and Security environment, risk management, and other objectives as needed. The role is responsible for determining the sufficiency of management's controls and activities related to the management of regulatory, operational, and strategic risks and presenting recommendations for improvements to the engagement team. Responsibilities: Support the team on delivery of assigned audits within the annual audit plan. Support the team confirming a professional auditee experience. Owning the audit quality, accuracy of results, and delivery in a timely manner. Proactively identify regulatory, operational, and/or strategic risks to the organization and bring them to your engagement team. Evaluate exceptions or inefficient practices for root causes and propose advice and recommendations for achievable solutions. Leading audits related to organization changes including business requirements definitions, technology implementations (eg, change management, security), engagement and alignment of change initiatives to business objectives. Maintaining an understanding of policies, procedures, standards, and supporting technologies, and educating staff accordingly, to effectively identify potential risks and alternatives to mitigate risk exposure leveraging leading practices. Ability to understand professional principles and standards (eg, AICPA, IIA IPPF, COBIT, NIST CSF) and the relevancy to risk management and impact on policies and procedures. In addition, leveraging these principles and standards to test and evaluate corporate risk management processes and control. Keeping current on best practices and emerging risks within the financial services industry and making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Qualifications Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to handle potentially sensitive situations and discussions. Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities. Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports. Ability to work independently or as part of a team, prioritizing multiple audit assignments to simultaneously complete each in a timely fashion. [Preferred] Experience working in a complex, fast paced environment. [Preferred] Consulting and/or accounting firm experience. [Preferred] Experience in Financial Services/Security Industry and working with regulations such as Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity (Reg SCI). [Preferred] Experience using the principles, practices, and techniques involved in conducting audits in accordance with the requirements set forth in the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). [Required] Microsoft Office applications [Preferred] Familiarity with security tools such as: CyberArk, Splunk, SailPoint [Preferred] Familiarity with change management tools such as: ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, GitHub [Preferred] Familiarity with databases such as: Oracle, DB2, SQL [Preferred] Familiarity with cloud based solutions: AWS, Workday [Preferred] Proficiency using Archer or other audit or Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) software Education: [Required] Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. [Required] 2+ years of experience (audit-related) in conducting risk-based Information Technology and Security audits and projects, cyber security reviews, and internal audits. [Preferred] Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent.

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking an Information Technology Internal Auditor. Candidate will support independent assessments of the Information Technology and Security environment, risk management, and other objectives as needed. The role is responsible for determining the sufficiency of management's controls and activities related to the management of regulatory, operational, and strategic risks and presenting recommendations for improvements to the engagement team. Responsibilities: Support the team on delivery of assigned audits within the annual audit plan. Support the team confirming a professional auditee experience. Owning the audit quality, accuracy of results, and delivery in a timely manner. Proactively identify regulatory, operational, and/or strategic risks to the organization and bring them to your engagement team. Evaluate exceptions or inefficient practices for root causes and propose advice and recommendations for achievable solutions. Leading audits related to organization changes including business requirements definitions, technology implementations (eg, change management, security), engagement and alignment of change initiatives to business objectives. Maintaining an understanding of policies, procedures, standards, and supporting technologies, and educating staff accordingly, to effectively identify potential risks and alternatives to mitigate risk exposure leveraging leading practices. Ability to understand professional principles and standards (eg, AICPA, IIA IPPF, COBIT, NIST CSF) and the relevancy to risk management and impact on policies and procedures. In addition, leveraging these principles and standards to test and evaluate corporate risk management processes and control. Keeping current on best practices and emerging risks within the financial services industry and making recommendations for improvements as necessary. Qualifications Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including the ability to handle potentially sensitive situations and discussions. Strong problem solving and analytical capabilities. Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports. Ability to work independently or as part of a team, prioritizing multiple audit assignments to simultaneously complete each in a timely fashion. [Preferred] Experience working in a complex, fast paced environment. [Preferred] Consulting and/or accounting firm experience. [Preferred] Experience in Financial Services/Security Industry and working with regulations such as Regulation Systems Compliance and Integrity (Reg SCI). [Preferred] Experience using the principles, practices, and techniques involved in conducting audits in accordance with the requirements set forth in the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing published by the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA). [Required] Microsoft Office applications [Preferred] Familiarity with security tools such as: CyberArk, Splunk, SailPoint [Preferred] Familiarity with change management tools such as: ServiceNow, Jira, Confluence, GitHub [Preferred] Familiarity with databases such as: Oracle, DB2, SQL [Preferred] Familiarity with cloud based solutions: AWS, Workday [Preferred] Proficiency using Archer or other audit or Governance Risk and Compliance (GRC) software Education: [Required] Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field. [Required] 2+ years of experience (audit-related) in conducting risk-based Information Technology and Security audits and projects, cyber security reviews, and internal audits. [Preferred] Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Certified Internal Auditor (CIA), Certified Public Accountant (CPA), or equivalent.

*This is a 6 month contract to hire CTH role, not a straight contract, only candidates that want to convert a permanent employee will be considered* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a ITIL Service Management Associate with strong ServiceNow experience. Candidate will be responsible for the review and streamline the existing Service Request catalog. Candidate will develop and implement ServiceNow Employee Center utilizing the streamlined catalog. Responsibilities: Manage the IT Service Management Knowledge and Service Request processes with focus on effectiveness, efficiency, and responsiveness to customer issues/requests or operational issues while ensuring adherence to policies, procedures, and controls Provide training materials for Service Request Content Owners (SRO) and Service Request Requesters (SRR) on the Service Request process to ensure ongoing process compliance and adherence to controls Coordinate and facilitate discussions and working sessions between SROs and Incident managers ensuring appropriate level of requirements gathering are understood, documented, and reviewed Consult with SROs to improve the Service Request Catalog/Service Portal/Employee Center Consult with SROs on applicable procedures, job aids, process flows, and controls that support Service Request and Knowledge Management processes Develop, monitor, and report the agreed Key Performance Indicators corresponding to compliance with senior management Drive continuous improvement through trend reporting analysis and metrics management Continually work towards making improvements to the processes and corresponding ITSM modules Coordinate with other ITIL Process Owners Qualifications: Experience with ServiceNow (required) Experience with ServiceNow Employee Center Unified Portal (required) Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across multiple stakeholders to ensure an effective platform that adheres to governance standards. Experience with Microsoft Office desktop tools (Project, Word, Excel) Experience with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence) Familiarity various data interpretation techniques. Experience with Agile Methodologies and Concepts Familiarity with ITIL modules eg Incident, Problem, Change, Config, Release, Service Portal, Knowledgebase Ability to follow regulatory documentation procedures and requirements.

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Sr. Cyber Defense Threat Engineer. Candidate will be responsible for the in-depth analysis and response to security incidents escalated from Tier 1 analysts. This role involves investigating complex security events, identifying potential threats, and implementing measures to mitigate risks. The Tier 2 analyst plays a critical role in maintaining the security posture of the organization by leveraging advanced threat intelligence and incident response techniques. Responsibilities: Monitor security alerts and events from various security tools and technologies. Perform advanced analysis of security logs, network traffic, and endpoint data. Review and respond to security incidents escalated by Tier 1 analysts. Conduct thorough investigations to determine the scope and impact of security incidents. Implement containment, eradication, and recovery measures for confirmed incidents. Document and report findings, actions taken, and lessons learned. Work closely with threat intelligence team to enhance detection and response capabilities. Collaborate with other security team members and IT staff to address security incidents. Provide guidance and support to Tier 1 analysts on complex security issues. Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding security incidents and mitigation efforts. Participate in post-incident reviews to identify areas for improvement. Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies. Contribute to the development and enhancement of SOC processes and procedures. Qualifications: Proven team player will be working primarily with other staff members, on both long-term projects and rapid response under tight deadlines. Team Leadership experience, taking initiative; providing and following through on solutions across various skillsets. Knowledge and experience implementing controls based on security regulation (eg, NIST Cyber Security Framework) is a plus. Effective and excellent oral and written communication, analytical, judgment and consultation skills. Ability to effectively communicate in both formal and informal review settings with all levels of management. Ability to work with local and remote IT staff/management, vendors and consultants. Ability to work independently and possess strong project management skills. Log analysis and security content development in SIEM solutions (Splunk, IBM QRadar, LogRhythm, etc.). SOAR products such as Splunk SOAR, Cortex XSOAR, FortiSOAR, etc. SOAR playbook development experience is a plus. Endpoint detection and response tools, eg CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender, etc. Incident Response playbook development, managing security incident analysis and remediation. Network-based preventative and detective technologies (IDS/IPS, Firewalls, Proxy Servers) Standard technical writing tools including MS Word, Excel, Project and Visio Vulnerability assessment tools (Qualys, Nessus, nmap, etc.). Directory services, LDAP, and their inherent security (Active Directory, CA Directory, Entra ID). Client Server platforms including Sun Solaris, Windows, Linux. Operating system hardening procedures (Solaris, Linux, Windows, etc.) Web Application Firewalls. Cloud based security tools and techniques (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.) Scripting and development activities to appropriately leverage Application Programing Interfaces (APIs) to optimize integrations between disparate security monitoring and analysis devices. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or another related field. Minimum three years of information security experience, preferably in the financial services industry. Hands-on security operations experience including interdisciplinary experience with two or more of the following: Cyber Threat Analysis, Incident Response, Application Security, Operating Systems Security, Networking, Programming languages, Incident Response. Technical experience and comprehensive knowledge of threat actor capabilities, intentions, methodologies, and motives. Familiarity with computer network exploitation and network attack methodologies while maintaining an understanding of the relationship these activities have with the financial services industry and critical infrastructure. Industry knowledge of leading-edge security technologies and methods. Shift work and working in an on-call response capacity is required including availability for 24 x 7 on-call support responsibilities. Previous people/project management experience is a plus. Strongly prefer at least one of the following certifications: CISSP, GCIA, GCIH, CHFI, GCFA, CASP+.

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Sr. Cyber Defense Threat Engineer. Candidate will be responsible for the in-depth analysis and response to security incidents escalated from Tier 1 analysts. This role involves investigating complex security events, identifying potential threats, and implementing measures to mitigate risks. The Tier 2 analyst plays a critical role in maintaining the security posture of the organization by leveraging advanced threat intelligence and incident response techniques. Responsibilities: Monitor security alerts and events from various security tools and technologies. Perform advanced analysis of security logs, network traffic, and endpoint data. Review and respond to security incidents escalated by Tier 1 analysts. Conduct thorough investigations to determine the scope and impact of security incidents. Implement containment, eradication, and recovery measures for confirmed incidents. Document and report findings, actions taken, and lessons learned. Work closely with threat intelligence team to enhance detection and response capabilities. Collaborate with other security team members and IT staff to address security incidents. Provide guidance and support to Tier 1 analysts on complex security issues. Communicate effectively with stakeholders regarding security incidents and mitigation efforts. Participate in post-incident reviews to identify areas for improvement. Stay current with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies. Contribute to the development and enhancement of SOC processes and procedures. Qualifications: Proven team player will be working primarily with other staff members, on both long-term projects and rapid response under tight deadlines. Team Leadership experience, taking initiative; providing and following through on solutions across various skillsets. Knowledge and experience implementing controls based on security regulation (eg, NIST Cyber Security Framework) is a plus. Effective and excellent oral and written communication, analytical, judgment and consultation skills. Ability to effectively communicate in both formal and informal review settings with all levels of management. Ability to work with local and remote IT staff/management, vendors and consultants. Ability to work independently and possess strong project management skills. Log analysis and security content development in SIEM solutions (Splunk, IBM QRadar, LogRhythm, etc.). SOAR products such as Splunk SOAR, Cortex XSOAR, FortiSOAR, etc. SOAR playbook development experience is a plus. Endpoint detection and response tools, eg CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Microsoft Defender, etc. Incident Response playbook development, managing security incident analysis and remediation. Network-based preventative and detective technologies (IDS/IPS, Firewalls, Proxy Servers) Standard technical writing tools including MS Word, Excel, Project and Visio Vulnerability assessment tools (Qualys, Nessus, nmap, etc.). Directory services, LDAP, and their inherent security (Active Directory, CA Directory, Entra ID). Client Server platforms including Sun Solaris, Windows, Linux. Operating system hardening procedures (Solaris, Linux, Windows, etc.) Web Application Firewalls. Cloud based security tools and techniques (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.) Scripting and development activities to appropriately leverage Application Programing Interfaces (APIs) to optimize integrations between disparate security monitoring and analysis devices. Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, or another related field. Minimum three years of information security experience, preferably in the financial services industry. Hands-on security operations experience including interdisciplinary experience with two or more of the following: Cyber Threat Analysis, Incident Response, Application Security, Operating Systems Security, Networking, Programming languages, Incident Response. Technical experience and comprehensive knowledge of threat actor capabilities, intentions, methodologies, and motives. Familiarity with computer network exploitation and network attack methodologies while maintaining an understanding of the relationship these activities have with the financial services industry and critical infrastructure. Industry knowledge of leading-edge security technologies and methods. Shift work and working in an on-call response capacity is required including availability for 24 x 7 on-call support responsibilities. Previous people/project management experience is a plus. Strongly prefer at least one of the following certifications: CISSP, GCIA, GCIH, CHFI, GCFA, CASP+.

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Manager of ServiceNow Development with strong hands-on experience. Candidate will be responsible for leading the platform team that will work with other teams of software & systems engineers, business systems analysts and application architects who plan, design, develop, test and deploy technology solutions. The candidate must be able to solve problems creatively, communicate effectively, and proactively engage in technical decision making to achieve these objectives. This individual will be a team player and work well with business, technical and non-technical professionals in a fast pace agile environment. Responsibilities: Manages the delivery of complex projects which may involve multiple systems Provides leadership to solution development teams, and proactively engages with teams to promote process and organizational improvements that enhance overall effectiveness Manages and facilitates technical experts and architects resolve complex technical challenges while also ensuring compliance of various standards around coding, testing, and documenting the systems you develop Guides the transformation of complex business requirements into specifications that will increase understanding of Why & What part of business requirements to the development team Develops short and long-term strategy for delivery of system objectives together with the technical and business product owner(s) and other partners Leads data management and reporting efforts to promote a stable architecture and usable platform A team player who assists the team as required to achieve collective goals & delivery milestones including knowledge-share Manage a development team Qualifications: [Required] 8+ years in implementing various solutions, can offer customers real-world examples and provide best practice solution options [Required] 6+ years of relevant work experience implementing and managing IT, Security and/or GRC solutions [Required] Knowledge of system architecture and data analytics [Required] Excellent oral and written communication skills [Required] Ability to create and present executive level presentations [Required] Curious and adept in developing understanding about technology including industry best practices, platform capabilities, and architecture principles to help drive team productivity [Preferred] Work experience in regulated Financial Services industry [Required] Working knowledge with ServiceNow and familiarity with other cloud-based technology management solutions (eg, Jira, Confluence, Workday, Oracle Cloud, etc.) [Required] Working knowledge of JavaScript [Required] Knowledge of various IT processes and best practices [Required] Knowledge of Agile Development framework and effective SCRUM techniques [Preferred] ServiceNow Certified System Administrator [Preferred] ServiceNow Certified Application Developer [Preferred] ITIL Certification [Required] BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field [Preferred] Masters degree in Computer Science

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Manager of ServiceNow Development with strong hands-on experience. Candidate will be responsible for leading the platform team that will work with other teams of software & systems engineers, business systems analysts and application architects who plan, design, develop, test and deploy technology solutions. The candidate must be able to solve problems creatively, communicate effectively, and proactively engage in technical decision making to achieve these objectives. This individual will be a team player and work well with business, technical and non-technical professionals in a fast pace agile environment. Responsibilities: Manages the delivery of complex projects which may involve multiple systems Provides leadership to solution development teams, and proactively engages with teams to promote process and organizational improvements that enhance overall effectiveness Manages and facilitates technical experts and architects resolve complex technical challenges while also ensuring compliance of various standards around coding, testing, and documenting the systems you develop Guides the transformation of complex business requirements into specifications that will increase understanding of Why & What part of business requirements to the development team Develops short and long-term strategy for delivery of system objectives together with the technical and business product owner(s) and other partners Leads data management and reporting efforts to promote a stable architecture and usable platform A team player who assists the team as required to achieve collective goals & delivery milestones including knowledge-share Manage a development team Qualifications: [Required] 8+ years in implementing various solutions, can offer customers real-world examples and provide best practice solution options [Required] 6+ years of relevant work experience implementing and managing IT, Security and/or GRC solutions [Required] Knowledge of system architecture and data analytics [Required] Excellent oral and written communication skills [Required] Ability to create and present executive level presentations [Required] Curious and adept in developing understanding about technology including industry best practices, platform capabilities, and architecture principles to help drive team productivity [Preferred] Work experience in regulated Financial Services industry [Required] Working knowledge with ServiceNow and familiarity with other cloud-based technology management solutions (eg, Jira, Confluence, Workday, Oracle Cloud, etc.) [Required] Working knowledge of JavaScript [Required] Knowledge of various IT processes and best practices [Required] Knowledge of Agile Development framework and effective SCRUM techniques [Preferred] ServiceNow Certified System Administrator [Preferred] ServiceNow Certified Application Developer [Preferred] ITIL Certification [Required] BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field [Preferred] Masters degree in Computer Science

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Institution is currently seeking a Java Developer. Candidate will develop and maintain risk models for margin, clearing fund and stress testing with the focus on developing and maintaining risk model software in production, and environments and infrastructure used in model implementation and testing. Candidate will collaborate with other developers, quantitative analysts, business users, data & technology staff to expand the technical capabilities for model development, back-testing and monitoring. Responsibilities: Develop and maintain software and environments used to implement and test systems for pricing, margin risk and stress testing of financial products and derivatives. Configure and manage resources in the local and AWS cloud environments and deploy QRM's software on these resources. Develop CI/CD pipelines. Configure, execute, and monitor execution pipelines for model testing, back-testing and monitoring. Contribute to development of QRM's databases and ETLs. Integrate model prototypes, model library and model testing tools using best industry practices and innovations. Create unit and integration tests; build and enhance test automation tools. Participate in code reviews and demo accomplishments. Write technical documentation and user manuals. Provide production support and perform troubleshooting. Qualifications: Strong programming skills. Able to read and/or write code using a programming language (eg, Java, C++, Python, etc.) in a collaborative software development setting: The role requires advanced coding, database and environment manipulation skills. Track record of complex production implementations and a demonstrated ability in developing and maintaining enterprise level software, including in the cloud environment. Proficiency in technical and/or scientific documentation (eg, white papers, user guides, etc.) Strong problem-solving skills: Be able to accurately identify a problem's source, severity, and impact to determine possible solutions and needed resources. Experience with Agile/SCRUM or another rapid development framework. Financial products knowledge is a plus: understanding of markets and financial derivatives in equities, interest rate, and commodity products. Background in Financial mathematics is a plus: derivatives pricing models, stochastic calculus, statistics and probability theory, linear algebra. Master's degree or equivalent in a computational or numerical field such as computer science, information systems, mathematics, physics 5+ years of experience as a software developer with exposure to the cloud or high-performance computing areas Technical Skills: Proficiency in Java (preferred) or another object-oriented language is required, including effective application of design patterns and best coding practices. DevOps experience, with a good command of CI/CD process and tools (eg, Git, GitHub, Gradle, Jenkins, Docker, Helm, Harness). Experience in containerized deployment in cloud environments. Experienced with cloud technology (AWS preferred), infrastructure-as-code (eg Terraform), managing and orchestrating containerized workloads (eg Kubernetes). Experience with logging, profiling, monitoring, telemetry (eg Splunk, OpenTelemetry). Good command of database technology and query languages (SQL) and non-relational DB and other Big Data technology, including efficient storage and serialization protocols (eg Parquet, Avro, Protocol Buffers). Experience with automated quality assurance frameworks (eg, Junit, TestNG, PyTest, etc.). Experience with high performance and distributed computing. Experience with productivity tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Office. Experience with Scripting languages such as Python is a plus. Experience with numerical libraries and/or scientific computing is a plus.

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is Bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking an AWS DevOps Software Engineer with Kafka experience. Candidate will provide subject matter expertise for ongoing support of applications deployed to non-production AWS environments and supporting 3rd party applications. Identify root causes and automate solutions in support of development. Candidate will have a deep understanding of DevOps practices, leadership skills, and expertise in various tools and technologies. You will be working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, using cutting-edge tools and cloud technologies. Manage day to day activities when called upon. Responsibilities: Desing Develop release and support, Cloud Native applications running on Containers Kubernetes and Docker within AWS. DevOps Strategy: Develop and implement DevOps strategies and best practices to enhance development, testing, and deployment processes. Possess in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with DevOps tools and technologies, including but not limited to GitHub, Jenkins, Terraform, Ansible, Kafka, AWS, Apigee. Support the lower environments for incident and problem management. Resolve complex support issues in non-production environments. Create procedural and troubleshooting documentation related to cloud native applications. Write complex automation scripts using common automation tools, such as yaml, Json, Bash, Groovy, Ansible, Terraform and python, Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Excellent problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently. Ability to work with management to prioritize tasks. Demonstrate strong confidence in abilities and knowledge. Ability to work well in crisis situations. Ability to work under minimal supervision. Flexibility to be on call from 5 PM to 7 AM for 3 months per year. Good written and oral communication skills. Technical Skills: Expertise on Kubernetes and Docker, including best practices Expertise in cloud containerization; design, develop and troubleshoot Strong programming or Scripting skills in yaml, Helm Charts, Json, Bash, Groovy, Ansible, Terraform, python or Java. Advance level on Networking technologies CI/CD tools such as Artifactory, Jenkins, and GIT, SonarQube Experience with cloud-based systems such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, including expertise in IaC and CaC; Ansible, Terraform Experience with Kafka infrastructure and processes Understanding of software development methodologies and Agile practices Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and identify the root cause of issues Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such Elk stack, Splunk. Familiarity with Technologies used to support microservices. Minimum 7 years experience working in a distributed multi-platform environment. Minimum 3 years experience working with Kubernetes. Minimum 3 years experience working on Scripting or Programming Bachelor's degree in a related area Cloud Certification a plus

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is Bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking an AWS DevOps Software Engineer with Kafka experience. Candidate will provide subject matter expertise for ongoing support of applications deployed to non-production AWS environments and supporting 3rd party applications. Identify root causes and automate solutions in support of development. Candidate will have a deep understanding of DevOps practices, leadership skills, and expertise in various tools and technologies. You will be working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, using cutting-edge tools and cloud technologies. Manage day to day activities when called upon. Responsibilities: Desing Develop release and support, Cloud Native applications running on Containers Kubernetes and Docker within AWS. DevOps Strategy: Develop and implement DevOps strategies and best practices to enhance development, testing, and deployment processes. Possess in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with DevOps tools and technologies, including but not limited to GitHub, Jenkins, Terraform, Ansible, Kafka, AWS, Apigee. Support the lower environments for incident and problem management. Resolve complex support issues in non-production environments. Create procedural and troubleshooting documentation related to cloud native applications. Write complex automation scripts using common automation tools, such as yaml, Json, Bash, Groovy, Ansible, Terraform and python, Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Excellent problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently. Ability to work with management to prioritize tasks. Demonstrate strong confidence in abilities and knowledge. Ability to work well in crisis situations. Ability to work under minimal supervision. Flexibility to be on call from 5 PM to 7 AM for 3 months per year. Good written and oral communication skills. Technical Skills: Expertise on Kubernetes and Docker, including best practices Expertise in cloud containerization; design, develop and troubleshoot Strong programming or Scripting skills in yaml, Helm Charts, Json, Bash, Groovy, Ansible, Terraform, python or Java. Advance level on Networking technologies CI/CD tools such as Artifactory, Jenkins, and GIT, SonarQube Experience with cloud-based systems such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, including expertise in IaC and CaC; Ansible, Terraform Experience with Kafka infrastructure and processes Understanding of software development methodologies and Agile practices Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot and identify the root cause of issues Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Familiarity with monitoring and logging tools such Elk stack, Splunk. Familiarity with Technologies used to support microservices. Minimum 7 years experience working in a distributed multi-platform environment. Minimum 3 years experience working with Kubernetes. Minimum 3 years experience working on Scripting or Programming Bachelor's degree in a related area Cloud Certification a plus

*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Enterprise Company is currently seeking a Senior Technical Lead Toolchain Solutions Engineer with extensive Atlassian and AWS cloudcexperience. Candidate will be accountable for strategic leadership of Modern Delivery Toolchain as a Product. That includes, but not limited to overall vision, design, prioritization, stakeholder & risk management, roadmap execution & operations of the toolchain. Responsibilities: Develop solution design & roadmap for CICD automation with Embedded controls for complex scenarios such as governance, experimentation using modular patterns to expand automation of emerging & established cloud native stack across industry standard cloud providers Strategy to deliver business priorities such as configure and integrate automation of testing, security & risk management policy enforcement and of release management functions such as change record, asset records, change traceability Drive operational excellence capabilities such as Single Sign-On, Monitoring Dashboards, Audit compliance reports, password & vulnerability management Develop open lines of communication with senior leaders, within and across divisions Coach teams to collaborate effectively focused on customer centric outcomes Accountable to self-identify emerging technology risk as well as action plans and execution of open risks Be a trusted partner for technical consultation executives and senior leadership across business, platform, risk, and other partners to align roadmap with Business & IT's strategic vision Qualifications: College Degree or equivalent experience; 10+ years technology experience and 4+ years management experience Experience across design, oversight of build & operating solutions with strong organization and time management skills Operate independently with minimal guidance with demonstrated experience of delivery Use of multiple automation tools & plugins via API, Embedded scripts, Configuration for COTS tools for both pre & post actions for controls across tools for control activities such as merge checks, task/story approvals Create a modular library for Jenkins DSL using Groovy; with strategy on when to determine refactor need & devise a staggered plan to meet enterprise automation use cases Create, organize & manage a central set of templates across technology microservices (Java, JS, python), automations (script runner, help deployment patterns for cloud components such as storage, DB, gateway, vault across runtimes such as EKS, OCP using tools/products such as Rafay, Ansible, CFT, Terraform); with extensible framework as a design principle Experience in integrating Jenkins for data product deployments like Attunity, Talend, Snowflake Experience in designing and integrating with SAS products like salesforce, Automation anywhere (RPA), Appian, MicroStrategy etc for automating the build, deploy and release process Design KPI indicators (including load & scalability) and monitor operation/runtime across tools (such as Atlassian- Jira, Bitbucket, Confluence; Jenkins, Rafay), Integrations such as security (Fortify, Blackduck, Checkmarx, Twistlock, ELK), with strategy to manage continuous availability & code-based configuration to swap tools as needed Design engineering productivity metrics, such as merge size/time/frequency/releases to provide actionable insight for customers to evolve their software dev & delivery practices Experience to review cloud cost using tools such as Apptio to identify opportunities and devise action plan to reduce cost by right-sizing compute, storage, API calls across cloud native services used by customer & toolchain environments Build strategy to accelerate capability build with federated-contributor mode - with guardrails for enterprise controls, scale & maintainability Experience with AWS native services for releases, upgrades, vulnerability remediation for COTS products on managed infrastructure