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Contract - IT Manager (Hybrid – NYC)
For our direct client, a successful, growing investment management firm, we are seeking an experienced Contract - IT Manager to assess, and then refine and elevate their technology environment. This is a newly created leadership role for a cloud-based Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) that is scaling rapidly and preparing for increased operational and regulatory demands.
The ideal consultant is hands-on, highly articulate, comfortable advising senior leadership, and able to quickly evaluate systems, vendors, and processes. The first several months will be involved with assessment of the current state, and then can be extended to help shape the firm’s long-term technology strategy.
ResponsibilitiesConduct a comprehensive assessment of the current IT environment, including the current MSP's performance, cloud infrastructure, security posture, and application ecosystem.
Review current MSP relationship and potentially run an RFP or recommend alternative support models.
Ensure technology, processes, and controls align with RIA regulatory expectations and investor due-diligence standards.
Oversee follow-ups from penetration tests, audits, and security assessments.
Review and strengthen cybersecurity programs (MFA, email security, backup policies, endpoint protection, etc.).
Advise leadership and — when needed — speak with investors or consultants about the firm’s technology and security posture.
Provide practical, actionable recommendations on how the firm should structure and staff IT going forward.
Work closely with internal stakeholders across operations, compliance, and investment teams to understand needs and pain points.
Experience working in a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) environment is strongly preferred.
Proven success supporting/leading IT for 50+ users.
Strong background managing and evaluating MSP providers.
Familiarity with RIA regulatory requirements, investor due-diligence processes, and responding to DDQs.
Experience with pen testing processes, remediation planning, and security controls.
Hands-on knowledge of common RIA/financial-services technologies, such as:
Office 365
Microsoft Dynamics CRM
Compliance platforms (e.g., Compliance Alpha, Schematic)
Email security tools (e.g., Mimecast)
Data/analytics and investment platforms (e.g., Trep, Costar, Argus)
Cloud-hosted environments (Azure / O365 ecosystem)
Understanding of AI-related workflows (the firm is beginning to adopt AI tools).
Strong verbal communication skills — capable of explaining technical topics clearly to non-technical stakeholders.
Self-starter, low-ego, “figure it out” mindset; comfortable operating independently with limited oversight.
Ability to evaluate systems, identify gaps, and produce clear recommendations.
LogisticsHybrid NYC — typically 2–3 days onsite per week.in midtown NYC office, a short walk from Grand Central.
Standard hours approx. 9:00–5:30, with flexibility during projects.
Initial term: 3–6 months, with the possibility of conversion to a full-time IT leadership role.
Someone who brings calm leadership, strong judgment, and deep RIA or experience in regulated environments. You’re analytical, articulate, collaborative, and ability to quickly assess unfamiliar systems would make you a perfect fit. You can operate independently, present confidently to executives and investors, and deliver clear recommendations that move the firm forward.
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https://bmarkits.com/privacy-policy/Our direct client is seeking a Senior Product Owner specializing in healthcare claims and authorization data to define, shape, and deliver complex, high-impact data and integration products. This role requires deep healthcare domain expertise, strong analytical rigor, and the ability to translate business needs into development-ready specifications.
Location: Remote (USA); occasional on-site collaboration at a Northeast office is a plus
Level: Senior / Lead Role OverviewAs a Senior Product Owner specializing in healthcare claims and authorization data, you will define, shape, and deliver complex, high-impact data and integration products. This role requires deep healthcare domain expertise, strong analytical rigor, and the ability to translate business needs into development-ready specifications.
You will:
Analyze and translate business requirements into clear, actionable user stories and acceptance criteria
Own and drive product vision and roadmap for API-, FHIR-, and X12-based integrations
Serve as a subject-matter expert for claims and authorization datasets
Produce high-quality documentation that enables development and QA teams to execute with minimal ambiguity
Define, prioritize, and manage a product backlog focused on healthcare claims and authorization workflows
Author detailed business and functional requirements for:
APIs and integration services
FHIR resources (e.g., ExplanationOfBenefit, CoverageEligibility)
X12 transactions (e.g., 837, 278, 835)
Partner with clinical, payer, and technical stakeholders to align on data definitions, workflows, and business rules
Translate roadmap initiatives into well-scoped user stories with clear acceptance criteria for development and QA
Conduct market and standards analysis, staying current with regulatory and compliance requirements (e.g., CMS, HIPAA)
Lead agile ceremonies including backlog refinement, sprint planning, demos, and retrospectives
Collaborate closely with engineering teams to design scalable, reliable interfaces and ensure end-to-end data integrity
Mentor and support junior product owners and analysts, promoting best practices in product delivery and stakeholder management
7+ years of product ownership or product management experience, with 3+ years in a senior or lead capacity
Deep expertise in healthcare claims and authorization data, including data structures, lifecycles, payer rules, and denial drivers
Demonstrated experience developing business and functional requirements for:
APIs (REST, OAuth, OpenAPI)
FHIR (R4 or later)
X12 transaction sets (837, 835, 278)
Strong analytical skills with the ability to research, synthesize, and clearly communicate standards and data sources
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; documentation is consistently development-ready
Proven experience working with development and QA teams in Agile environments, including writing UAT criteria
Mandatory healthcare domain experience; exposure to data warehousing and ETL concepts is a plus
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Health Informatics, or a related field; advanced degrees or certifications preferred
Experience with tools such as JIRA, Confluence, Swagger/OpenAPI, and API testing frameworks
Track record of delivering products aligned to defined success metrics
Strong cross-functional leadership skills across Product, Engineering, QA, and Customer Success
Ability to mentor peers and foster a culture of continuous improvement
Competitive base salary range: $175,000 – $210,000 (regionally adjusted)
Performance-based incentives
Comprehensive medical benefits, 401(k), and generous paid time off
Opportunities for career growth across a broad healthcare data and technology portfolio
Influence mission-critical healthcare data products that support revenue integrity and population health initiatives
Collaborate within a high-performing, mission-driven healthcare technology environment
Work at the forefront of interoperability, advancing real-world adoption of FHIR- and X12-based solutions
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Senior Project Manager – Global People Technology (Contract, Remote) Our direct client, a prestigious global firm, seeks a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead multiple HR technology initiatives, including AI POCs, Learning & Development tools, Performance Management solutions, and Talent Mobility platforms. This role drives discovery, roadmap planning, and hands-on delivery related to these projects across a global People organization. What You’ll Do
Job Summary
Our client is seeking to hire an SAP Project Manager to join their team. This is a fully onsite position based in Monroe, CT. This role is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing business system initiatives. This individual will collaborate closely with business stakeholders, internal IT teams, and third-party consultants to assess business needs, develop functional specifications, and lead cross-functional teams through all phases of project delivery. The SAP PM will also create and maintain project documentation, including scope, requirements, schedules, budgets, and testing plans, for both large-scale system enhancements and new IT solutions.Principal Responsibilities
Lead cross-functional teams in developing and implementing integrated business processes with a focus on quality, productivity, and consistency.
Develop, review, and negotiate Statements of Work (SOWs) and contracts in collaboration with vendors and procurement, ensuring alignment with project scope and budget.
Manage multiple large and complex projects with significant visibility, risk, and urgency, including planning, communication, reporting, and procedural oversight.
Ensure project objectives for schedule, scope, and quality are met by using metrics and controls to track progress, taking corrective action, and escalating issues when needed.
Perform cost/benefit analyses to evaluate scope changes and provide recommendations to senior leadership.
Establish and maintain effective communication plans for project teams, management, and stakeholders.
Schedule and facilitate meetings, communicate progress, and develop action plans to achieve project milestones.
Apply standard project management techniques for budgeting, scheduling, change control, and risk management.
Preferred Requirements
6+ years of IT project management experience with complex, cross-functional initiatives.
3+ years of experience managing SAP projects (S/4HANA, ECC, FI/CO, MM, SD, etc.).
PMP or equivalent project management certification preferred.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively across teams, departments, and vendors.
Self-motivated with strong time management and attention to detail.
Experience partnering with third-party service providers.
Strong customer service orientation.
Experience in the utility industry preferred.
Education & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Management Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field is required
Compensation & Work Environment
Full-time role with an annual salary range of $100,000 – $125,000.
This will be a full time onsite position
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Lead and manage IT, security, and privacy control assessments, including GITCs.
Plan, scope, execute, and review control testing activities.
Interpret and apply audit program requirements to assessments.
Help design, mature, and document the firm’s assurance program and its processes.
Evaluate adherence to security and privacy frameworks and internal policies.
Identify control gaps and recommend remediation steps to stakeholders.
Coordinate with technology, audit, and business teams to communicate findings and guidance.
Manage small review teams and ensure quality, consistency, and on-time delivery of work.
SME expertise in information protection controls assessments, security, technology (including AI), and privacy (likely of at least senior associate if not manager level)
SME expertise in GITCs and control testing / assessment work (of at least senior associate if not manager level)
Experience in implementing and interpreting audit program requirements
Experience in designing and maturing assurance program(s) and its requirements
Strong working knowledge of security and privacy frameworks
Strong knowledge of Information Security and Privacy Policies
Strong leadership and operational capabilities – will lead and manage review teams, oversee planning, scoping, testing and reporting
Strong communication skills – will coordinate with/provide advice to various stakeholder groups
Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold the firm’s respectful and courteous work environment