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Project Management Associate

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DTCC

Project Management Associate

Jersey City, NJ

Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC?

Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.

Pay and Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
  • Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
  • Pension / Retirement benefits
  • Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
  • DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).

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The impact you will have in this role:

Being a member of the Cybersecurity team, the Associate will be responsible for conducting research, analyzing data, and preparing reports and recommendations. The ideal candidate must have a firm grasp of information technology infrastructure fundamentals as well as proven project management (waterfall or scrum), analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills. In addition, the Project Management Associate will be responsible for analyzing and evaluating the effectiveness of the Cybersecurity team's operations and programs.

Your Primary Responsibilities:
  • Conduct research, analyze data, identify trends, and prepare reports/presentations
  • Assist program managers with the development of budgets and schedules as well as tracking metrics
  • Assess and advise on potential issues related to project/program costs, schedules, and performance
  • Advise program managers with regard to planning, testing, and implementing programs, projects, or systems
  • Identify and resolve program/project issues and problems
  • Plan, analyze, and evaluate the effectiveness of operations and programs

NOTE: The Primary Responsibilities of this role are not limited to the details above.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum 4 years of experience as a Program Analyst or Business Analyst
  • Bachelor's degree (preferred) within Information Systems, Computer Science, or Cyber Security fields preferred or equivalent experience


Talents Needed for Success:
  • Good interpersonal and report writing skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Computer skills and knowledge of MS Office Suite/Products, Project Management Software (MS Project, HP PPM, Jira) and Power BI or similar data reporting tools
  • Ability to collect and analyze complex sets of data
  • Solid critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated project management experience


We offer top class training and development for you to be an asset in our organization!

The salary range is indicative for roles at the same level within DTCC across all US locations. Actual salary is determined based on the role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Client-provided location(s): Jersey City, NJ, USA
Job ID: DTCC-210577
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Return-to-Work Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Work-From-Home Stipend
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Snacks
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
    • Pension
  • Professional Development

    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Professional Coaching
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training