• Banking Project Manager

    NTT DATA North America (Jersey City, NJ)


    Job Description:

    Role Overview

     

    We are looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in the Banking industry and deep expertise in infrastructure and networking. The role requires managing complex infrastructure programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, and delivering secure, resilient, and scalable banking network solutions. The ideal candidate will bridge business requirements, technology teams, and vendors to successfully deliver infrastructure projects.

    Key Responsibilities

    Project & Program Management

    + Lead end-to-end project delivery for infrastructure and network initiatives (e.g., data center migrations, core banking connectivity, cloud adoption, security upgrades).

    + Develop and maintain project plans, budgets, schedules, and governance models.

    + Manage cross-functional teams including infrastructure engineers, network architects, security specialists, and vendor partners.

    + Track project risks, issues, and dependencies, ensuring timely resolution and escalation.

    + Infrastructure & Network Expertise

    + Oversee implementation of network architecture

    + Ensure high availability, low latency, and secure connectivity across banking systems (core banking, payment gateways, trading platforms, regulatory reporting).

    + Drive initiatives in data center consolidation, hybrid cloud networking, and disaster recovery.

    + Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to integrate network security, encryption, and monitoring solutions.

    + Banking Industry & Regulatory Alignment

    + Ensure infrastructure programs align with banking regulatory requirements

    + Support audit and compliance reviews for infrastructure and networking environments.

    + Stakeholder & Vendor Management

    + Act as the primary liaison between IT, business units, and third-party service providers.

    + Negotiate with technology vendors for cost-effective delivery of network and infrastructure services.

    + Present project status, risks, and recommendations to senior management / steering committees.

    Qualifications & Skills

    + Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or Engineering; PMP/PRINCE2 certification preferred.

    + 8–15 years of Project Manager experience in the Banking or Financial Services industry

    + Deep expertise in infrastructure and networking technologies:

    + Routing & Switching

    + Firewalls & Security

    + Load Balancing

    + Cloud networking (AWS, Azure, GCP)

    + Strong understanding of banking applications, payment systems, and transaction platforms.

    + Knowledge of ITIL processes (incident, problem, and change management).

    + Proven track record of delivering complex infrastructure projects on time and within budget.

    + Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

    About NTT DATA:

    NTT DATA is a $30 billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long term success. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure and connectivity. We are one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. Visit us at us.nttdata.co

     

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