Direct It Recruiting Inc

Direct It Recruiting Inc Direct IT Recruiting is a Canadian Recruiting Agency established in 2007 by owner, Darla Somerville.

πŸ”₯ Hiring: AKS Platform Engineer (1891) $85-95/hr, Toronto (Hybrid), 6-Month Contract πŸ“© Apply: https://directitrecruiting...
09/18/2026

πŸ”₯ Hiring: AKS Platform Engineer (1891) $85-95/hr, Toronto (Hybrid), 6-Month Contract πŸ“© Apply: https://directitrecruiting.com/job/aks-platform-eng-1891/

πŸ“ Hybrid – Toronto, ON (2 days on-site/week)
πŸ’° $85–95/hr | 37.5 hrs/week
🏦 Industry: Banking

We're looking for a Platform Engineer with deep Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) expertise to help build and operationalize a modern gateway and application platform.

What you'll do:
πŸ”§ Deploy & configure platform components in AKS
βš™οΈ Build end-to-end CI/CD pipelines (packaging, release automation, security scanning)
πŸ“¦ Automate deployments with Helm, K8s manifests & IaC (Terraform, Bicep, ARM)
πŸ” Embed DevSecOps practices & security controls
πŸ“Š Implement logging, monitoring, alerting & observability
πŸ›‘οΈ Support secure, scalable traffic management (gateway, ingress, service mesh, API management)

What you bring:
βœ… 6+ years as a Platform/DevOps/K8s Infrastructure Engineer
βœ… Hands-on AKS & Kubernetes platform engineering experience
βœ… Strong CI/CD tooling: Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins
βœ… Key Vault, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Container Registry
βœ… Ability to deliver independently β€” from initial deployment to production readiness

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🚨 HIRING: Manager, Collateral and Liquidity Operations, 6-month Contract, $80-89/hr 🚨 πŸ“© Apply https://directitrecruiting...
09/15/2026

🚨 HIRING: Manager, Collateral and Liquidity Operations, 6-month Contract, $80-89/hr 🚨 πŸ“© Apply https://directitrecruiting.com/job/mgr-collateral-and-liquidity-op-1889/

πŸ“ Hybrid | 4 days on-site in Toronto/week
πŸ“„ 6-Month Contract
πŸ’° $80–89/hr | 8 hrs/day | 40 hrs/week

Are you a capital markets pro with a passion for collateral management and process improvement? We're looking for a dynamic leader to join our Collateral team in a high-visibility, buy-side role! πŸ“Š

What you'll do:
πŸ”Ή Oversee enterprise margin activity across the Fund (bilateral & cleared products)
πŸ”Ή Gain exposure to counterparty credit risk, inventory management & margin optimization
πŸ”Ή Drive operational resiliency and process improvements
πŸ”Ή Collaborate with senior leaders across the organization

What you bring:
βœ… 5+ years managing Investment Operations, manage 8 direct reports
βœ… Strong Collateral Management & Buy-Side Investment Operations experience
βœ… Proven leadership & process improvement skills
βœ… CFA designation (preferred)
βœ… Capital Markets industry background

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πŸ“‰The True Cost of Losing an IT Employee πŸ’»πŸ‘‰ Read the full article https://directitrecruiting.com/2026/09/11/cost-of-losin...
09/11/2026

πŸ“‰The True Cost of Losing an IT Employee πŸ’»
πŸ‘‰ Read the full article https://directitrecruiting.com/2026/09/11/cost-of-losing-an-it-employee/

In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, the departure of a single IT professional can ripple far beyond the immediate gap in your team. While many organizations focus on the visible expenses of recruitment, the total cost of losing an employee often goes unnoticedβ€”until it’s too late.
πŸ’° The Financial Reality
The hidden costs associated with employee turnover can amount to six months to 2 years of annual salary, depending on the role and level of experience. This estimate accounts for:
β€’ πŸ“‰ Loss of tribal knowledge – the informal expertise that isn’t documented but drives efficiency and innovation.
β€’ 🧠 Recruiting and advertising fees – from job postings to agency commissions.
β€’ πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™‚οΈ Screening and interviewing – the time investment of HR and hiring managers.
β€’ πŸ“‹ Onboarding and training – getting the new hire up to speed.
β€’ πŸ”„ Project continuity and workflow integration – delays and handover time.
β€’ 🀝 Relationship building – establishing trust and collaboration within the organization.
β€’ πŸ”₯ Burnout and reduced productivity – diminished output, disengagement, and costly errors from overworked team members absorbing the departing employee's responsibilities, often leading to further turnover.
πŸ“Š Experience Matters
The cost to replace an IT employee increases significantly with their tenure and expertise. Senior employees carry deeper institutional knowledge, broader networks, and specialized skillsβ€”making them harder (and more expensive) to replace.
βœ… Final Thought
Retention is not just about saving moneyβ€”it’s about preserving culture, stability, and momentum. By staying proactive, communicative, and empathetic, you can reduce turnover risk and build a stronger, more resilient IT team.

πŸš€ Hiring: Python SQL Engineer – Capital Markets (6-Month Contract) $90-100/hr, Toronto πŸ“© Apply: https://directitrecruiti...
09/10/2026

πŸš€ Hiring: Python SQL Engineer – Capital Markets (6-Month Contract) $90-100/hr, Toronto πŸ“© Apply: https://directitrecruiting.com/job/python-sql-eng-cm-1888/

πŸ“ Hybrid | 4 days/week onsite – Toronto, ON
πŸ’° $90–$100/hr | 40 hrs/week
πŸ“… Target Start: September 2026

Join the Risk Division of a major investment management firm supporting a large-scale Oracle ➑️ Snowflake & Azure Cloud migration.

Must-Have:
βœ… 5+ years Python & SQL
βœ… Strong Oracle, PL/SQL & stored procedures
βœ… Snowflake/cloud data platforms
βœ… Migration & data modernization experience

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πŸš€ Senior Manager - AI Security & Cybersecurity (1887) 8-Month Contract $150-170/hr in Toronto πŸ›‘οΈApply Now! β¬‡οΈπŸ‘‰ https://...
09/04/2026

πŸš€ Senior Manager - AI Security & Cybersecurity (1887) 8-Month Contract $150-170/hr in Toronto πŸ›‘οΈApply Now! ⬇️
πŸ‘‰ https://directitrecruiting.com/job/senior-manager-ai-security-and-cybersecurity-1887/

Are you ready to lead the secure adoption of cutting-edge AI in a dynamic banking environment? We are looking for a visionary leader to bridge the gap between innovation and security. πŸ”’

πŸ’Ό The Gig:
πŸ“ Location: Toronto (HYBRID – 3 days on-site) 🏒
⏳ Type: 8-month contract
πŸ’° Rate: $150 - $170/hr | 40 hrs/week

πŸ› οΈ Who You Are:
β€’ 10+ years in Cybersecurity, Security Engineering, or Tech Risk.
β€’ Deep expertise in AI Security, Cloud Security, & Security Architecture. ☁️
β€’ Certified professional with designations like CISSP (NIST & ISO 42001 knowledge required). πŸ“œ
β€’ Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders with clear, business-focused communication.

πŸš€ Why You Should Apply:
β€’ High Impact: Drive the security strategy for transformative technologies in a top-tier bank. 🏦
β€’ Top-Tier Rate: Excellent compensation for your expertise. πŸ’°
β€’ Strategic Leadership: Shape the future of AI security and governance.

πŸ”₯ Hiring Full Stack Engineer – Capital Markets (1685) 12-Month Contract Hybrid Toronto πŸ’° Rate $90-100/hr Apply πŸ‘‰ https:/...
08/28/2026

πŸ”₯ Hiring Full Stack Engineer – Capital Markets (1685) 12-Month Contract Hybrid Toronto πŸ’° Rate $90-100/hr Apply πŸ‘‰ https://directitrecruiting.com/job/full-stack-engineer-capital-markets-1685/

πŸ“ Hybrid Toronto: 3 days onsite/week
🏦 Focus: Systematic investment platforms, trading analytics, Azure, Snowflake, Python, C #, SQL development.

βœ… Python, C #, SQL
βœ… Azure, AKS, Snowflake
βœ… Airflow, DBT, Astronomer
βœ… Bloomberg API (BPIPE/DAPI)
βœ… Capital Markets & Trading Systems

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🚨 Hiring Azure Data Migration Engineer (1882) 12-Month Contract Hybrid Toronto πŸ’° Rate $90-100/hr Apply πŸ‘‰ https://directi...
08/28/2026

🚨 Hiring Azure Data Migration Engineer (1882) 12-Month Contract Hybrid Toronto πŸ’° Rate $90-100/hr Apply πŸ‘‰ https://directitrecruiting.com/job/azure-data-migration-eng-1882/

πŸ“ Hybrid Toronto: 3 days onsite/week
⏱️ 12-month contract
πŸ’° $90-100/hr
☁️ Focus: Azure Cloud migration, data engineering, Snowflake, AKS, Python

We’re looking for an experienced Azure Data Migration Engineer to support a high-impact Capital Markets cloud migration to Snowflake and Azure. If you bring strong hands-on experience with data pipelines, ETL, SQL, Python, PL/SQL, T-SQL, Snowflake, Azure, and AKS, this could be a great fit.

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How to Answer: "Why Do You Want to Leave Your Job?" πŸ’Ό By Darla Somerville ✍️ For the full article πŸ‘‰ https://directitrecr...
08/21/2026

How to Answer: "Why Do You Want to Leave Your Job?" πŸ’Ό By Darla Somerville ✍️ For the full article πŸ‘‰ https://directitrecruiting.com/2026/08/21/answer-why-do-you-want-to-leave-your-job/

Few interview questions carry as much weightβ€”or as much anxietyβ€”as the query about why you left your last role or why you are looking to leave your current one. 😰
Hiring managers ask this question to gauge your motivation, your professionalism, and your cultural fit. A strong answer is honest, concise, and forward-looking. It briefly explains the change, avoids criticizing past employers, and pivots quickly to what you are seeking in your next opportunity. 🎯

🚨🚨🚨Hiring: Vue.js Developer (1844) 6-Month Contract, HYBRID, πŸ“ Toronto, Ontario. πŸ’° Rate $75-80/hr πŸ“© Apply: https://dire...
08/20/2026

🚨🚨🚨Hiring: Vue.js Developer (1844) 6-Month Contract, HYBRID, πŸ“ Toronto, Ontario. πŸ’° Rate $75-80/hr πŸ“© Apply: https://directitrecruiting.com/job/vue-js-developer-1844/

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🚨 🚨 🚨 Hiring: FinOps Specialist – Cloud Data Cost Analytics (1884) Apply πŸ‘‰ https://directitrecruiting.com/job/finops-188...
08/18/2026

🚨 🚨 🚨 Hiring: FinOps Specialist – Cloud Data Cost Analytics (1884) Apply πŸ‘‰ https://directitrecruiting.com/job/finops-1884/

πŸ’° $70–$72/hr | πŸ“… 12 months | πŸ“ Toronto hybrid, 3 days on-site | Banking

Seeking an experienced FinOps Specialist to analyze cloud spend, reconcile billing and usage data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and build clear reports and dashboards.

πŸ”Ή Skills: 5+ years in FinOps or cloud cost management; SQL, Excel, Power BI; AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud billing; cost allocation, forecasting, and stakeholder reporting. FOCP, FOCUS, SaaS, vendor management, or Python experience is an asset.

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