Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Business Analyst (IT) contract role at Northern Trust involves working within an Agile development team to analyze business needs, design custom applications, and manage vendor relationships to ensure technical and business requirements are met.
Responsibilities and impact
The role includes communicating status to stakeholders, serving as a liaison between business and technology teams, evaluating technological enhancements, guiding new product solutions, troubleshooting vendor and support issues, and managing risk oversight for vended applications.
Compensation and benefits
The pay rate ranges from $65 to $77 per hour, with optional medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits offered via Hiregenics.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, over 10 years of IT industry experience, strong knowledge of Brokerage/Trading fundamentals, Agile methodology, SQL, XML, FIX, SWIFT, and experience with CyberArk administration and support; preferred skills include Python, Oracle, SQL Server, and JIRA.
Company information
Northern Trust is a financial services company with a Global Brokerage division focused on trading and brokerage solutions.
Unique job features
This position offers involvement with advanced CyberArk security administration and scripting automation, providing a specialized role in privileged access management and security compliance.
Company overview
Northern Trust Corp. is a leading financial services company specializing in wealth management, asset servicing, asset management, and banking solutions. Founded in 1889 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, it generates revenue through fees from asset management, custody services, and banking operations. The company is known for its strong emphasis on technology and innovation, providing tailored financial solutions to individuals, institutions, and corporations globally. Notably, Northern Trust has a long history of stability and a reputation for exceptional client service, making it a respected name in the financial industry.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your extensive experience in IT business analysis within financial services, emphasizing your knowledge of Brokerage/Trading Front and Back Office operations and Agile methodologies.
Focus on demonstrating your technical skills such as SQL querying, XML, FIX and SWIFT message parsing, JIRA, and experience with vendor management and cross-functional team collaboration.
Apply through multiple channels including Northern Trust’s corporate career site, LinkedIn job postings, and relevant job boards to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with professionals in Northern Trust’s Global Brokerage or IT divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like referencing recent Agile projects or asking about their experience with vendor management and technology solutions in brokerage.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'Agile,' 'SQL,' 'vendor management,' 'Brokerage Front and Back Office,' 'JIRA,' and 'CyberArk administration' to ensure your resume passes automated screenings.
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