Horizon System Architect

First Merchants Bank is seeking a Horizon System Architect to join the team! This position will manage the processing and delivery operations functions for the enterprise. Ensure all systems achieve maximum uptime and are managed to ensure a high level of security, redundancy and performance for all clients served. Responsibilities Manage maximum system uptime on all applications from a support perspective; escape issues internally or to the vendor for resolution as required. Communicate, coordinate, and resolve issues appropriate to the scope of support services; including solution vendors. Manage end-user security requests for all Horizon users. Manage Allink system interface that connects to online banking to provide customer balances and transactions. Leading the effort to migrate customer notices from the physically printed, manually mailed notices into the Digital Delivery System to reduce cost and provide customer convenience. Focus on HORIZON Customer Relationship Management System. Focus on other general strategies to leverage the investment we have in the HORIZON Core System. Ensure customer data is appropriately secure and protected. Ensure new and existing core banking software applications are properly installed, processed, and updated in a timely manner. Perform analysis on potential new computer-related hardware and software systems; provide system recommendations to senior management. Continually monitor the computer industry for related hardware and/or software that is beneficial and cost-effective for a core banking solution and related processes perspective. Direct data processing conversion projects for new acquisitions and/or mergers. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent (GED). Over five (5) years of core banking application support experience. Preferred Qualifications Led or participated in merger/acquisition integration activities on a core banking solution. Bachelor’s degree in MIS, CIS, accounting, finance, management or related field. Benefits Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance 401k Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts Vacation/Sick Time Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Additional Benefits Equal Opportunity Employer Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr First Merchants Brand