Resilience Testing Specialist (Hybrid)

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  • Montreal, QC
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
We are seeking a technology professional for a role focused on disaster and database recovery testing and reporting tools. The position also involves participation in exercises related to key business applications and Cyber Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks. This role contributes to the broader testing strategy aimed at risk reduction and improving operational resilience.The team operates within the Morgan Stanley Firm Resilience organization, concentrating on testing scenarios involving databases, applications, and cyber-attack recoveries. Utilizing Agile methodologies, the team develops and implements testing exercises to evaluate recovery capabilities across various infrastructure components. Database-related testing includes platforms such as DB2, Sybase, MSSQL, and multiple Cloud databases. Cyber-attack (DDoS) testing involves planning and executing assessments to determine the effectiveness of network security measures against attacks.In the Technology division, we leverage innovation to build the connections and capabilities that power our Firm, enabling our clients and colleagues to redefine markets and shape the future of our communities. This is a Risk & Resiliency Mgmt II position at the Associate level, which is part of the job family responsible for identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to ensure operational continuity and resilience in the face of potential threats or disruptions that could impact the organization, plus management of ongoing incidents.Since 1935, Morgan Stanley is known as a global leader in financial services, always evolving and innovating to better serve our clients and our communities in more than 40 countries around the world.Interested in joining a team that’s eager to create, innovate and make an impact on the world? Read on…What you’ll do in the role:Develop and maintain tools and scripts for reporting purposesOversee automation of manual processes using current technologies and SDLC practicesManage an internal testing environment with attention to data securityCollaborate with business and application teams, database administrators, and infrastructure teams in a cross-divisional program employing Agile methodologiesWhat you’ll bring to the role:4+ years’ experience of software application development concepts and Unix/Linux/Windows.Good understanding of the concepts behind structured and non-structured databases.Exposure to Disaster Recovery, Cyber and Network security concepts.Knowledge of SQL and data query concepts.Knowledge of software programming and/or scripting using Python, Java
Excellent project planning and communication skills.Excellent problem-solving skills and passion for developing new and creative solutions to complex problems.Good understanding of technology resilience testing concepts.Good Understanding of the Agile / DevOps model.Exposure to business intelligence tools like Power BI, QlikViewDesires skills:Exposure or interest in on demand service (SAAS, IAAS, PASS) and/or Cloud technologies.Exposure to Mainframe.Exposure to financial industry and trade flow.Exposure to business application resilience concepts.At Morgan Stanley Montreal, we support the Firm’s global businesses and infrastructure with cutting edge technology and innovation. The multi-faceted and highly technical Montreal team plays a critical role in building and maintaining our leading technology platform, including electronic trading, algorithm trading, cloud engineering, infrastructure, cybersecurity and AI/ML. Morgan Stanley has been rooted in the Montreal community since 2008 and is considered a leading employer among the area’s highly skilled technology talent. There’s ample opportunity to move across the businesses for those who show passion and grit in their work.All our positions are located in Montreal, Quebec. We offer a hybrid work environment, combining remote work and attendance in the office.Knowledge of French and English is required.Build a career with impact. Visit morganstanley.com for more information.WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices​ into your browser.Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential.

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