IT Project Manager

IT Project Manager

Apex Systems is a world class technology services business that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients’ digital visions.

Apex has an opportunity for an IT Project Manager to join our team in a fast paced Financial Services industry client.

Position: IT Project Manager

Location: Remote (preferred near Boston, NY, Dallas, or Miami)

Rate: Negotiable based on experience

Duration: 6+ Months; Likely contract-to-hire

Position Description:

This position will be responsible for supporting and driving various activities relating to IT risk management, monitoring and reporting. The role will involve defining, collection, review, and analysis of Technology metrics, as well as remediation action plans.

Responsibilities:

• Support the implementation of Key Risk Indicator (KRI) framework
• Work with team members and key stakeholders to develop appropriate metrics and deliver relevant and accurate data
• Ensure reporting activities are executed and reviewed timely and resolve any requirement deficiencies.
• Collect data and information following established procedures and deliver complete and accurate reporting products
• Create accurate and timely reports using Microsoft Office and Business Intelligence tools.
• Manage metrics inventory
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of data reported through quality assurance process
• Support the reporting governance, escalation and remediation of IT risks/issues
• Conduct analysis of Technology issues, risks and root causes
• Work with internal teams, including the Technology senior leadership team, to gain an in-depth understanding of existing risks, causes, severity rating, controls and remediation
• Work with key stakeholders to respond to auditors and regulators questions and requests related to KRI program and metrics

Qualifications:

• At least 3 years' banking experience or relevant industry experience, preferably in a technology risk, operational risk and risk reporting
• Ability to deliver high quality documentation, paying attention to detail
• Ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts and make them easily understandable in text and visualization
• Strong PC (MS Excel, Access, and PowerPoint) skills. Advanced Excel, Data Analytical and Business Intelligence Tools is desirable
• Strong organizational skills, including ability to prioritize several projects at a time

Core Requirements:

• IT Operations & Info Security knowledge
• Advanced Excel
• Excellence oral and written communications
• 4+ years of experience

Nice-to-Have:

• Python