TransUnion
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Sr. Advisor, Application Support

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What We'll Bring:

The Technical Service Owner for TI&S is a new, strategic, and highly visible role that is accountable for the overall infrastructure delivery for TransUnion business service(s). They will partner closely with the business / application service owners, project managers, and infrastructure domain leads to plan and deliver on committed infrastructure work, while being fully aligned to the application development scrum team(s). This person will report directly to the VP of Infrastructure Strategic Initiatives. We can’t overstate the excitement around this role and influence it will have within this dynamic organization.

 

What You'll Bring:

  • 5+ years of management, team lead, and / or project management experience.
  • Solid understanding of enterprise infrastructure such as network, server, storage, database, middleware, and Cloud technologies is a must.
  • Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize and contribute to multiple assignments simultaneously.
  • Bachelor’s degree in a computer science related field (such as Computer Science, Engineering, Application Development or MIS), and at least 7 years of IT experience.

 

We'd like to see:

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills: ability to clearly articulate ideas to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Self-driven and resourceful to achieve goals independently as well as work well in groups and collaborate effectively.
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and creative problem solving skills.

 

Impact You'll Make:

  • ​Act as the single point of contact for Service Owner (SO) for infrastructure delivery needs. Accountable for the overall infrastructure delivery for supported business service(s). 
  • Ensure infrastructure teams delivers on priorities; including new business functionality, security work, infrastructure refresh, capacity management, audit functions, innovation/continuous improvements, incident/problem remediation, etc.
  • Partner closely with SO and Project Managers (PM), in conjunction with Infrastructure Delivery Working Group to represent TI&S at pre-PI planning workshops, attend PI planning and commit to the appropriate level of delivery work, prioritize coming delivery work queue, manage fly-in’s and facilitate trade off discussions, etc. 
  • Partner closely with PM and infrastructure domain managers to report on status of the committed infrastructure delivery tasks; including stories in progress and estimated delivery date, work in backlog, what blockers exist and path to resolve, etc.
  • Assist with management of the infrastructure technology budget for the supported business services(s).  Propose and advocate for initiatives that enhance the services of the business service during the annual budget cycle, and then utilize those funds to deliver the expected service.
  • Support off hours bridge calls, etc. for the supported business service(s).  TSOs will be expected to provide leadership on the bridge call and drive to resolution.
  • Manage a process / forum to ensure alignment exists with key stakeholders on all of the above.
  • Understands the application(s) for the supported business service(s), underlying infrastructure components and business drivers for infrastructure changes. Takes a solution oriented view to changes in infrastructure that incorporates the needs of the supported business service(s).
  • Drive out infrastructure related operational defects and security needs for the supported business service(s).  Ensure availability goals, SLAs, etc. for the business are documented and tracked. 

 

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

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What are TransUnion Perks + Benefits

TransUnion Benefits Overview

At TransUnion, our associates are our greatest asset. However, we understand that work is only one part of our associates’ lives. We recognize the importance of providing a healthy balance between work and home because that’s really where being a force for good starts.

Culture
Volunteer in local community
We provide U.S.-based associates with a Volunteer Time Off day each year which can be used to donate time outside the office to a cause that matters to them. We also offer a matching gift program.
Partners with nonprofits
TransUnion partners with non-profits such as Child Rescue Coalition and Credit Abuse Resistance Education (CARE).
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Open office floor plan
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Wellness programs
Team workouts
We offer virtual yoga and meditation, fitness classes and sponsored races.
Mental health benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Employee stock purchase plan
15% discount on TU stock twice a year
Performance bonus
Charitable contribution matching
We offer a matching gift program for associates who choose to make financial contributions to their selected causes. TransUnion will match up to $2,000/ yr for each associate.
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Childcare benefits
Care@work provides backup childcare and eldercare for TU associates.
Generous parental leave
Family medical leave
Adoption Assistance
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Company sponsored family events
Annual holiday party, company BBQ and take your child to work day
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Paid volunteer time
We provide U.S.-based associates with a Volunteer Time Off day each year which can be used to donate time outside the office to a cause that matters to them.
Paid holidays
Paid sick days
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
Company-sponsored outings
Company-sponsored happy hours
Recreational clubs
Onsite gym
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Tuition reimbursement
Lunch and learns
Promote from within
Mentorship program
We offer associates globally 1:1 career coaching with our career advisor. Additionally, we have various mentorship opportunities across areas of the business as well as across levels.
Continuing education stipend
Continuing education available during work hours
Online course subscriptions available
Customized development tracks
Paid industry certifications

Additional Perks + Benefits

Start your day at TU by grabbing an Intelligentsia coffee or a tasty, hot breakfast from our onsite café. Head up to your workspace where you'll get down to business amidst the inspiring backdrop of beautiful downtown Chicago. Brainstorm onsite with team members in a variety of colorful huddle rooms or collaborate cross-functionally with our offices around the world via video conference, Skype or our intranet. Check things off your to-do list as you continually make progress on key business initiatives. Need a quick break? Challenge your colleagues to a game of ping-pong, pool, foosball, pop-a-shot or Mario Kart in one of our three onsite game rooms. Ready to hit the gym? We have one right downstairs complete with a personal trainer and a selection of free instructor-led fitness classes. Keep your energy up. Take a conference call at one of our walking or bicycle desks. Then attend the quarterly town hall to hear from the TU leadership team on progress in the current quarter and plans for the next. After a day of innovation, wind down in one of our massage chairs or join your colleagues at North Avenue for a game of league volleyball, sponsored by TU!

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