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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT Operations Analyst - **Company:** The Panther Group - **Location:** New York, NY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $101,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, IBM AIX, Business Software, System Configuration, Online Banking, Information Technology Operations, Job Scheduling, Network Troubleshooting, Microsoft PowerPoint, Release Management, Service Pack, Microsoft SharePoint, Software Engineering, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Backup and Restore, File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Information Technology, Patch Management - **Published:** June 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.thepanthergrp.com/jb/IT-Operations-Analyst-Jobs-in-New-York-/14136036 ## About the Role * College Degree or Certificate in Computer Science or related technical field required. * Minimum 3-5 years’ experience as a Systems Analyst preferably in the financial industry. * Working knowledge of AIX. * Knowledge of JHA products or equivalent * Experience with core banking processing platforms - Symitar is a MUST * Experience administering and maintaining IBM P Series and VIOS * Up to date experience with Windows, secure FTP processing and TCP/IP networking * Strong knowledge of PCs. * Excellent analytical, communication and interpersonal skills. * 2+ years of experience in the financial services industry with a thorough knowledge of financial principles, front and back-office processing and financial institution regulations. * Experience with Opcon job scheduler * Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (including Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project, SharePoint) * Ability to perform in a high-volume environment and meet deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail. ## Description Overview: The purpose of IT Operations Analyst is to support the strategic, technology product roadmap through integration of the Core Banking platform and other ancillary systems. The IT Operations Analyst performs core system support functions; project manages implementations and executes maintenance of Symitar Core Banking system and all ancillary systems through software release management. Additional responsibilities include software/hardware support and maintaining documentation., Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following: * Support the day-to-day functions of core banking processes and ancillary applications through core system configuration, production change request, and support of critical banking processes. * Documents procedures and resource documentation, and records system changes for troubleshooting and auditing. * Support the development of new products and/or processes on core banking system platforms by providing subject matter expertise on platform specifications and requirements. * Analyze and deploy process automation with OpCon job scheduler. * Core banking system release management, AIX patch management, service pack deployment, system backups, DR system recovery, VIOS updates, HMC updates, TLV updates and daily routine maintenance. * Coordinate the testing and communications of system updates to core banking system, interfaces, and key ancillary systems * Provides 1st and 2nd level technical support and responds to incidents as appropriate. * Provide escalated level helpdesk support meeting KPI’s for resolution by acquiring, evaluating, resolving, and communicating root cause for helpdesk intake. * Maintain, communicate, and champion repeatable methodology including a set of standard principles and procedures for managing projects and change. * Responsible for configurations, modifications, productionizing transmission of Secure FTP processing and all Windows operating system environments * Perform network troubleshooting in a timely manner to isolate and diagnose common network problems. * Monitor server performance and troubleshoot server issues * Function as a liaison with technology vendors when troubleshooting system issues. * Monitor all integrated core systems connections included but not limited to online banking, integrated voice response (IVR), and SymXchange connections. * Monitor status of all automated jobs in OpCon and take appropriate action to resolve any errors that may occur. * Support and enforce system security practices and compliance with data privacy and regulatory requirements. * Ensure 24x7x365 availability for business applications through participation in the on-call rotation. * Required to work in shifts as needed., Howard Ross serves as the Senior Vice President of Panther New York. Howard focuses on developing relationships with new and existing clients while enhancing strategies to ensure successful delivery. Additionally, he sources, manages, and places candidates in their ideal new jobs. Howard brings 30 years of Staffing experience to The Panther Group as well as energy and enthusiasm for every relationship with clients and candidates. ## Related Videos - [".Net is too slow" was not an option](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100176-net-is-too-slow-was-not-an-option) - [One year of the CO2-challenge – insights and lessons learned](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100251-one-year-of-the-co2-challenge-insights-and-lessons-learned) - [IKEA Story: Transforming an Iconic Retail Brand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/444-ikea-story-transforming-an-iconic-retail-brand) - [Understanding Kubernetes in a visual way](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100085-understanding-kubernetes-in-a-visual-way) - [What's (new) with Spring Boot and Containers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1514-what-s-new-with-spring-boot-and-containers) - [Microservices architecture as a key element in building trading systems for global finance markets](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1196-microservices-architecture-as-a-key-element-in-building-trading-systems-for-global-finance-markets) ## Related Articles - [Data Analyst Salary in Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/276-data-analyst-salary-in-switzerland) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [7 Important Tips That Every Software Developer Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/101-7-important-tips-that-every-software-developer-should-know) - [Top Big Data Technologies That You Need to Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/108-top-big-data-technologies-that-you-need-to-know) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)