Senior Technical Lead - Commercial Insurance

Hybrid, NYC or Farmington CT or Iselin NJ Contract to hire Must have Actuarial experience or Commercial Insurance experience Job Duties Assist senior IT leadership in developing and executing IT strategies that align with organizational objectives. Manage IT projects, including planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and implementation. Oversee the performance and development of IT teams, ensuring high levels of productivity and engagement. Support the design, deployment, and maintenance of IT systems, infrastructure, and applications. Ensure the security, scalability, and compliance of IT operations with industry standards and regulations. Act as a liaison between IT and other departments to identify and address technology needs. Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend their adoption to improve business processes and services. Monitor and report on IT performance metrics, identifying areas for improvement. Assist in managing vendor relationships and negotiating contracts for software, hardware, and services. Job Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred). 9+ years of experience in IT roles, with at least 4 years in a leadership position. Proven ability to manage complex IT projects and cross-functional teams. Strong knowledge of modern development principles and best practices. Knowledge of cybersecurity, compliance, and IT governance best practices. Familiarity with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and enterprise systems. Knowledge of cybersecurity, compliance, and IT governance best practices. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience in budgeting and financial management for software delivery teams. Prior experience in the insurance industry is highly desirable, specifically working with pricing and/or reserving actuaries. Vertex Solutions Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, religion, age, citizenship, sex, marital or veteran status, disability or handicap, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Vertex Solutions Inc.