Cutover lead

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Cutover Lead to manage the planning, coordination, and execution of system and process transitions. This role is critical in ensuring a seamless go‑live with minimal disruption to business operations, aligning multiple teams, managing risks, and maintaining clear communication throughout the cutover process. It will be hired on a 2‑year Fixed Term Contract.

• Develop and execute comprehensive cutover strategies, plans, and schedules for the PA26IN
  DPRQ
  2008 project.
• Coordinate and align cutover activities across development, testing, infrastructure, business operations, and external vendors.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks throughout the cutover process, implementing contingency plans as required.
• Define and maintain the cutover checklist, ensuring all prerequisites are met and activities completed according to plan.
• Lead cutover rehearsals and mock runs, proactively resolving issues to ensure readiness for go‑live.
• Maintain clear communication channels with all stakeholders, providing timely updates on progress and risks.
• Manage and allocate cutover resources, ensuring appropriate staffing and availability.
• Oversee data migration, validation, and reconciliation during the cutover phase.
• Develop and implement rollback strategies to address unforeseen issues during go‑live.
• Conduct post‑cutover reviews, documenting lessons learned and best practices for future projects.
• Ensure full compliance with SS&C Bluedoor’s change management policies and procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Cutover Lead, Migration Manager, or similar role on large‑scale IT projects, preferably within financial services or superannuation.
• Proven track record managing complex cutover activities across multiple systems, teams, and stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall) and change management principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and motivate diverse teams.
• Outstanding problem‑solving and decision‑making skills, particularly under pressure.
• Proficient in project management tools such as MS Project and Jira.
• Experience with data migration strategies, validation, and associated tools.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, during critical cutover periods.
• Prior experience with SS&C Bluedoor products or similar superannuation administration platforms is highly desirable.

• Flexibility:
  Hybrid Work Model
• Income Protection Insurance
• Flexible Time Off
• Private Health Insurance discount, Primary & Secondary Paid Parental leave, Death & TPD Insurance
• Diversity & Inclusion:
  Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Diversity
• Training:
  Hands‑On, Team‑Customised, including SS&C University
• Extra Perks:
  Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!

SS&C Technologies is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any applicant for employment or employee on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable discrimination laws.