Credit Card Conversion Data Mapping Architect

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a team of 4 Credit Card Systems Conversion Data Mapping Architects in Wilmington/Newark (DE), Plano (TX), Jersey City (NJ), Columbus (OH) and Atlanta (GA).

Summary:
Credit card systems conversion data mapping is a specialized role typically involved in migrating data from one credit card processing system to another.

Credit Card Systems Conversion Data Mapping Specialist:
The Credit Card Systems Conversion Data Mapping Specialist is responsible for analyzing, mapping, and migrating data between legacy and new credit card processing systems. This role ensures the integrity, accuracy, and completeness of data throughout the conversion process, working closely with business stakeholders, IT teams, and vendors.

Key Responsibilities:
* Analyze existing credit card system data structures and identify mapping requirements for conversion to new platforms
* Develop detailed data mapping documentation, including source-to-target mapping, transformation rules, and data dictionaries.
* Collaborate with business analysts, system owners, and technical teams to gather requirements and validate mapping logic
* Design and execute data migration and ETL processes, ensuring data quality, consistency, and compliance with regulatory standards
* Perform data validation, reconciliation, and troubleshooting to resolve discrepancies during conversion
* Support testing activities, including unit, system integration, and user acceptance testing, by providing test data and validating results
* Document conversion processes, mapping logic, and any issues encountered for future reference and audit purposes
* Ensure compliance with PCI DSS and other relevant data privacy and security regulations
* Provide post-conversion support, including data issue resolution and process optimization

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or a related field; Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., PMP, CBIP, or data management certifications) are a plus
* 2 years+ of Credit Card Operations/Domain: Understanding of credit card lifecycle, transaction processing, account management, and compliance (PCI DSS)
* Data Mapping & Migration: Experience with data mapping, data migration, and ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes
* Knowledge: Proficiency in SQL, relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server, DB2), and data modeling
* Credit Card Systems: Familiarity with major credit card processing platforms (e.g., TSYS/C3/TS2, FIS, First Data, etc.)
* Credit Card Regulatory Requirements: Awareness of financial regulations and data privacy laws relevant to credit card data
* Knowledge of scripting or programming languages (Python, Java, etc.) for data manipulation
* Data Quality & Validation: Skills in data validation, cleansing, and reconciliation
* Experience with large-scale data migration projects, especially in banking or payments industry
* Prior experience in credit card system conversions, data mapping, or similar financial services projects is highly preferred

Project Management & Analytical Skills:
* Requirements Gathering: Ability to work with business analysts and stakeholders to gather and document data mapping requirements
* Problem Solving: Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills for resolving data discrepancies
* Documentation: Experience in creating detailed mapping documents, data dictionaries, and conversion plans
* Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams

Soft Skills:
* Data Propagation & Lots of Conversations with Architects/SMEs/Operations are needed to understand all impacts throughout org (i.e., collections, finance)
* Detailed driven people, hands-on

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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