IT Command Centre - Manager

Who we are looking for

IT Command Centre Officer

The IT Command Center Officer ensures production stability and service continuity across the enterprise by managing critical IT incidents, coordinating technical bridges, and maintaining system health. This role requires strong IT Service Management (ITSM) knowledge, hands-on experience with ITSM tools, and proven expertise in managing major incidents in large-scale environments. Success in this position demands rapid decision-making, effective communication, and proactive collaboration with cross-functional teams to minimize business impact during disruptions. Weekend shift availability is mandatory, as the role includes working on weekends as part of the regular schedule.

What you will be responsible for

Major Incident Management

• Provide strategic oversight of critical IT disruptions.
• Drive rapid service restoration and minimize client impact.
• Prioritize reduction of Mean Time to Restore Service (MTRS) to uphold operational resilience.

24/7 Technical Bridge – Non-Major Incident Resolution

• Lead continuous global support for lower-tier IT issues.
• Enable proactive resolution through real-time coordination and cross-functional engagement.
• Enhance system stability and reduce recurrence of incidents.

Daily Operational Health Check

• Conduct structured tri-daily reviews (Mon–Fri) with Application and Infrastructure teams.
• Assess system health, identify emerging risks, and ensure operational readiness across the enterprise.

Event & Hypercare Management

• Govern high-impact IT events end-to-end, including milestone tracking and escalation protocols.
• Monitor real-time performance during critical periods to ensure seamless execution and stability.
• Maintain integrated communication channels for effective stakeholder engagement.

Weekend Change Governance

• Oversee weekend deployments with a focus on risk mitigation and operational stability.
• Provide structured governance and coordination to safeguard service integrity during high-change windows.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role:

• Breadth of knowledge across infrastructure and application processes, areas, and technologies (Network, Security, Open Systems, Mainframe, Storage, Database, Middleware, Cloud, End User Computing, and Application)
• Ability and aptitude to pick up new technologies and procedures
• Strong communication skills (written, verbal and presentation). 
• Demonstrated ability to succinctly identify and summarize key findings to various stakeholders.
• Ability to coordinate and communicate across multidisciplinary / multicultural teams across countries and regions
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong collaboration skills; ability to listen and understand without interruption and remain calm and composed, especially in stressful situations

• Good stakeholder management, able to work well under pressure and deal with demanding stakeholders across the business

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or the equivalent field

• Strong ITSM knowledge and experience: The resource should have a solid understanding of IT Service Management principles and hands-on experience with ITSM tools and processes.
• Proven experience managing major incidents in large-scale enterprise environments.
• Ability to work during weekends as per business needs.

Why this role is important to us

Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We’re driving the company’s digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence and robotics process automation.

We offer a collaborative environment where technology skills and innovation are valued in a global organization. We’re looking for top technical talent to join our team and deliver creative technology solutions that help us become an end-to-end, next-generation financial services company.

Join us if you want to grow your technical skills, solve real problems and make your mark on our industry.

About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

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