Senior Manager, Decommissioning and Migration Lead

1 week ago


Toronto, Ontario, Canada Scotiabank Full time

About the Role

This is a critical position that plays a key role in the strategic decommissioning process supporting the Cloud Acceleration Program (CAP), one of Scotiabank's top priorities. The Senior Manager, Decommissioning Lead will lead the management of the application and server decommissioning plans in support of Cloud migration efforts, collaborating closely with development teams to understand their workflows and requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develops and executes detailed decommissioning plans and schedules, considering constraints such as project timelines, resource requirements, and potential risks, to minimize disruption to business activities and ensure successful project delivery.
  • Partners with project teams, including internal and external stakeholders, to ensure alignment with project goals and objectives.
  • Closely collaborates with the Senior Manager, Migration Lead to ensure plans are aligned and tracks program benefits to capture value as hardware/software is no longer used.
  • Works with the team to oversee decommissioning roadmaps, understanding key business and technical issues that impact the migration plan and adjusts plans to support decommissioning activities.
  • Measures and monitors progress to ensure decommissioning plans are delivered on-time and within budget, and that they meet or exceed expectations.
  • Conducts release readiness reviews, milestone reviews, and business Go/No-Go reviews.
  • Works closely with the business to baseline and monitor project scope and activates change requests as needed.
  • Provides regular and clear progress updates to stakeholders, highlighting achievements, risks, and mitigation reporting.
  • Maintains comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and other artefacts.
  • Identifies and resolves project issues and obstacles to keep the project on track.
  • Leads and facilitates requirement sessions, documents outcomes, and follows up on actions assigned to ensure completion.
  • Assists in the development of project management and change management plans that incorporate all business, technology, and operational aspects of the project.
  • Seeks opportunities throughout the engagement for process optimization to enhance the efficiency of migration and decommissioning efforts.
  • Understands how the Bank's risk appetite and risk culture should be considered in day-to-day activities and decisions.
  • Actively pursues effective and efficient operations of their respective areas in accordance with Scotiabank's Values, its Code of Conduct, and the Global Sales Principles, while ensuring the adequacy, adherence to, and effectiveness of day-to-day business controls to meet obligations with respect to operational, compliance, AML/ATF/sanctions, and conduct risk.
  • Champions a high-performance environment and contributes to an inclusive work environment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
  • Ten (10) or more years of experience in IT Project Management and business/industry.
  • PMP, Process Improvement, Change Management, and Agile Certifications are considered assets.
  • Highly motivated decommissioning/migration leader who can drive delivery in alignment with the organization's mandate and goals.
  • Proven experience in program & project management practices and possess both business and technical acumen.
  • Excellent communication and coordination skills, with a proven track record in managing relationships with external vendors.
  • Highly motivated individual who can drive delivery in alignment with the organization's mandate and goals.
  • Demonstrated problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to troubleshooting technical issues.
  • Preferred experience of decommissioning applications during a migration and working with vendors to migrate applications from on-premise to Google Cloud Platform.
  • Cloud domain knowledge (asset).

What's in it for you?

  • Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship - We strive to create an inclusive culture where every employee is empowered to reach their fullest potential, respected for who they are, and are embraced through bias-free practices and inclusive values across Scotiabank.
  • Accessibility and Workplace Accommodations - We value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone.
  • Upskilling through online courses, cross-functional development opportunities, and tuition assistance.
  • Competitive Rewards program including bonus, flexible vacation, personal, sick days, and benefits will start on day one.
  • Dynamic Ecosystem - Free tea & coffee, universal washrooms, and lots of space for team collaboration.


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