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BA- Riverwoods, Contract, 6075

BA
An international company located in the northern suburbs of Chicago is looking for a senior level business analyst for a 6 month project. The project involves typical business analyst functions - gathering requirements, meeting with technology users, documentation. The client wants someone that can work independently and can be a true consultant on the project.

If qualified and interested in this position, please email kate.lay@addisonsearch.com

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Posted on Friday, March 19, 2010 permalink.

Linux Systems Administrator- Highland Park, Contract, 6065

Linux Administrator for a really cool ecommerce organization. The CTO is an excellent mentor and great technologist.

If qualified and interested in this position, please email kate.lay@addisonsearch.com

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Posted on Monday, March 15, 2010 permalink.

SysAdmin/Junior Security Admin- Lisle, Contract, 6053


West Suburbs client is in need of a Sysadmin/Junior Security Admin. This is contract, and may turn into contract to hire, for the right person. All of their applications are custom developed and they need someone to manage user access. Experience with Novell is a plus.
Opportunity to work with a growing company. Small team environment. Extra effort and skills definitely get noticed. Strong, growing, stable company.

Job Requirements:

1. Work with IT teams to update Workflow system for access/application changes related to security
2. Monitor workflow requests and process requests for security (adds/mods/deletes)
3. Work with our IT managed services provider to route additional requests for access as necessary
4. Identify opportunities to improve security management
5. Familiarity with basic applications design and security management (os/network, database, application security)

3-5 yrs. Sys admin Experience. If no degree, must have 5+ years of experience.
Ideal start date: November 3rd

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#6053

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Posted on Thursday, March 11, 2010 permalink.

Unix Production Support- Chicago, Direct, 6032


Unix Production Support

Must have:

Unix troubleshooting experience
SQL Scripting experience
Excellent wholesome personality
Perl / Python Scripting


Responsibilities
· Provides Level 3 support to Production Support Teams and other System Engineers.
· Management, administration, support, configuration, and testing of J2EE (specifically EJB) systems.
· Administration, support, and configuration of custom PERL and PYTHON utilities.
· Meets deadlines as agreed to within the System Engineering roadmap.
· Follow defined Standard Processes and Procedures within the deployment and support space.
· Provide regular status reports and updates as required.
· Available to provide on-call support nights and weekends.


Technical Skills/Experience
· Understanding and experience with the administration of J2SE and J2EE enterprise applications.
· Understanding and hands on experience with Java Application Servers.
· Understanding and hands on experience with PERL and PYTHON.
· Minimum of 5+ year’s total experience working in distributed enterprise type applications.
· Experience and understanding of the demands of hosted applications especially scalability, clustering, high availability, failover, and disaster recovery
· Must be familiar and at ease with both the Unix and the Windows environments.
· Must have a proven track record of working well in a team environment.
· Must demonstrate problem solving skills and strong critical thinking.


If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#6032

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Business Analyst (2) Investment Bank- Chicago, Direct, 6017

Business Analyst

Job Description and Responsibilities

Provides technical systems and software support for maintenance, modification, implementation, or conversion of business systems to support ongoing delivery of services and/or operations in the Front Office environment. Manages multiple applications/development projects, or single major complex initiatives in a small area of the development function.

Translates business needs into technical requirements and ensures all systems support and conform to business needs and specifications. Perform feasibility analysis, scope projects, prioritize deliverables, recommend alternative solutions and project strategies, and engage in negotiations. Responsible for high level implementation plans, data and process models. Associates are expected to have in-depth capital markets product knowledge, and manage a high level of risk. Acts as liaison between business unit and software and hardware developers and vendors.

Serves as a fully seasoned and proficient technical resource. Business Analysts should also be able to perform as team leaders when necessary. Typically requires 3-5 years of applicable experience.

Ø Ability to communicate effectively across multiple audiences (i.e. peer teams, management, business partners)
Ø Execution bias and ability to evaluate risks to the business
Ø Consice and polished Written/Oral communication skills
Ø SharePoint administration
Ø Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, MS Visio


Desired Skills
Ø Six Sigma
Ø Transition experience

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#6017

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Senior Business Analyst Lead w/ Salesforce.com- Chicago, Contract, 6012

Downtown client is looking for a Senior Business Analyst with Salesforce.com experience. Must have great communication, this is a client facing role. Will serve as the main point of communication, gathering requirements from the client, and communicating to the development team. This is a 3-6 month contract. SF.com Certification is preferred but not required.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#6012

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Systems Admin -Msft, Network, Trade support- Chicago, Direct, 5991

The system administrator will be responsible for maintaining all aspects of the IT infrastructure. This includes daily support incidents, desktop and server troubleshooting, hardware/software installation and upgrades, and new infrastructure build outs as required. The system administrator will interface with all members of the business on a day-to-day basis thus requiring the highest level of presentation, communication and professionalism.

Position Requirements:
· College diploma or University degree in the field of Computer Science or equivalent field and/or 5+ years of experience with a minimum of 3 years of end user support
· Exceptional written and oral communication skills
· Exceptional interpersonal skills, with a focus on rapport-building, listening and questioning skills
· Strong documentation skills
· Ability to absorb and retain information quickly
· Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language
· Highly self-motivated and directed
· Sharp attention to detail
· Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
· Capable of multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment, effectively and efficiently
· Exceptional customer service orientation
· Ability to demonstrate client sensitivity
· Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
· Outstanding client service skills
· Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment

Technical Requirements:
· Experience administering, supporting, tuning, and troubleshooting Windows: server and desktop operating systems, AD, Group Policy, DHCP, DNS, and DFS
· Experience administering Microsoft Exchange 2003 and 2007, including configuration best practices, troubleshooting, reporting, and mobile device support including BES
· Knowledge of IP fundamentals including switching, addressing, routing, and client/server concepts· Scripting and automation, Windows or UNIX/Linux, any language
· Virtualization experience

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5991

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Posted on Friday, February 26, 2010 permalink.

Data Analyst - Modeling and Specs- Chicago, Contract, 5990

Data Analyst -
* Modeling - 50%
* Write Detailed Specs for business community- 50%

This person is a data centric individual who can work with the developers, database team, business and managment and write a data specs so they can give it to the development / database team.

There are 20 main projects over a year period.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5990

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DB Analyst & Developer III- 610313- Riverwoods, Contract to Hire, 5969

Job:
· The Senior/Career level develops database systems that are more complex with full competency. Coordinates with users to determine requirements.
· Analyzes designs, creates and implements more complex databases including access methods, device allocations, validation checks, organization and security.
· Designs more complex data models, logical and physical databases, data dictionaries and schemas.
· Liaises with database software vendors and external technical support on issues such as software upgrades, problems and potential solutions.
· Reviews systems under development and related documentation.
· May coordinate activities of the project team and assist in monitoring project schedules and costs.
· Typically requires four to five years of related experience.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Work with business domain experts to elicit project requirements.
–Guide and advise management on the direction of database technology implementations.
-Work closely with programmers to design, implement and maintain databases of significant size, scope and complexity.
–Assist in the development of tools and processes to validate, import, and format raw data from new and changing third party data sources.
–Manage ongoing database/maintenance activities, including query tuning, data clean-up, backups, and manipulation of data with DTS/SSIS and scheduled jobs.
-Write and archive custom queries and prepare ad hoc reports at the request of customers and internal business users.
-Incorporate data and structure from existing legacy systems.
-Prepare documentation for database and common components/objects.
-Make additions to libraries of common reusable code and component libraries.
-Assist in the supervision of assigned development resources as necessary to create balance and efficiency in product/project assignments.
-Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on self and other’s performance.
-Support a product by providing accurate, professional and timely feedback to requests for assistance.
Follow-up to ensure that internal and external customers are satisfied with assigned projects/products and that all problems and issues are resolved.
-Support requests from technical staff and perform other duties as assigned by management.

Education and/or Experience:
· -Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university or equivalent
· -5-7 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
· A working knowledge of and experience with software development processes and procedures.
Technical Skills:
· -Database (SQL Server) -Extensive experience in relational database design and normalization using SQL Server 2000, 2005
· -Extensive experience writing, tuning and debugging T-SQL stored procedures and queries
· -Knowledge of industry standards and best practices for loading disparate and continually changing data sources
· -Familiar with techniques for increasing search speed and efficiency
· -Knowledge of user-friendly tools for running ad-hoc queries and manipulating data -Experience using DTS/SSIS and job scheduling
· -XML…data transformations, imports and exports, schema definition Non-Technical Skills
· -Clearly communicate with programmers and less-technical business partners, both verbally and in writing.
· -Must be able to work independently and prioritize work effectively, as well as to function as an effective team member in a local and virtual team development environment.
· -Ability to organize, prioritize and work under time constraints.
· -Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously.
· -Ability to handle strict delivery deadlines for assigned tasks.

Other Desired Skills, Abilities or Qualifications:
· -Experience with .NET web development including C#, ASP.NET web applications a plus.
· Data manipulation and import using VB macros or Excel objects a plus.
· Experience generating XML and/or HTML directly from SQL Server a plus.

-Background in healthcare coding, billing and reimbursement a plus.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5969

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Posted on Wednesday, February 24, 2010 permalink.

Trade Application Support - 3rd Shift- Chicago, Direct, 5968

Application Support Analyst
Job Description: This position has primary responsibility for monitoring and support of trading system applications and exchanges including issue resolution, tracking and status reporting. Position will solve complex problems that require both technical and business understanding. The candidate will work with traders, back-office, exchanges, and developers to investigate and solve system issues and participate in business analysis.

Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide trading application support to traders and quantitative developers in our Chicago and NY offices
- Work collaboratively with traders and other IT staff to implement new tools and strategies
- Identify, troubleshoot, and respond to emergency situations and outages that impact the production trading environment
- Research latent orders and liaise with trading exchanges and venues
- Perform active monitoring and respond to alerts within technology environment; escalate issues to appropriate IT staff if necessary
- Cooperate with System Administrators to assist with forecasting system utilization
- Manage applications including Trading Technologies and proprietary applications
- Participate in change control procedures for rollout from development to production
- Troubleshoot and resolve Windows desktop problems
- Manage work orders including incident resolution process and client communications
- Develop and maintain systems documentation
- Work collaboratively with other team members and departments to achieve firm goals
- Shared responsibility with other team members for covering 6am to 4pm trading day
- Provide support off-hours and remotely when needed

Experience
- A minimum of 2-3 years experience supporting proprietary and third party trading applications is required
-Technologies is preferred
- A minimum of 2-3 years experience with Windows desktop administration is required
- Experience with Linux client (ex. fedora) and file utilities (less, diff, grep, tail) is preferred
- Experience with Perl, shell scripting, or another programming language is preferred
- Demonstrated ability configuring, monitoring and troubleshooting software is required

Education/Certifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or a related field is required.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5968

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Unix 2nd Shift, scripting, Sql (2)- Chicago, Direct, 5962

Unix Production Engineer Responsibilities:
Escalating relevant issues to the various owners & up/down-stream groups, Lev-2 and development teams
Recommending & implementing improvements to systems
Providing metrics on issues
Develop and Maintain documentation

Qualifications & Technical skills:
Knowledge of Investment Banking/Capital Markets
Unix (Linux, Solaris) and Windows
Shell scripting (ksh, csh), perl, python
Relational Database's, SQL, Stored Procedures
Sybase and MS SQL
Some knowledge of middleware (CORBA, MQ Series) and networking desirable
Some knowledge of debugging and troubleshooting Java, C++ and VBA apps desirable

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5962

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Linux Admin - Junior- Highland Park, Direct, 5953

Our client is a 50 person organization that is located in right off the Metra station.

As a Junior Linux Administratior this person will be responsible for four Linux servers and be the infrastructure "jack of all trades". Here's the list of duties:
Linux Administration - 4 servers
Some Microsoft basics exchange, outlook
Handle all the application deployments
Great Culture with an excellent world class mentor. Work from home a couple of days a week after 90 days.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5953

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BA- Riverwoods, Contract, 5950

An international company located in the northern suburbs of Chicago is looking for a senior level business analyst for a 6 month project. The project involves typical business analyst functions - gathering requirements, meeting with technology users, documentation. The client wants someone that can work independently and can be a true consultant on the project.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5950

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Cisco Network Admin - Managed Services- Chicago, Direct, 5942

Our client is a boutique consulting organization that supports very demanding and high profile clients. The environment is very fast paced and challenging. Every day brings new challenges, the person that is quick on their feet and adaptable will be ideal.

Cisco Network Admin

* Four year degree in computer science or comparable.
* Ability to know when to escalate tasks and provide great customer service.
* 1-4 year well-rounded systems administrator or network admin.
* Someone that has seen a wide variety of different networks and infrastructures or was in a small shop and did everything from networking to firewall security.
* They will be managing approximately 20-30 clients at a time all with varying degree of urgency.
* Prior consulting experience is a big plus.


If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5942

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Posted on Thursday, February 18, 2010 permalink.

Sys/Network Administrator- Hoffman Estates, Contract, 5906

Responsibilities:

* Maintenance of systems and infrastructure support. * Installation and administration of all servers, LANs and WANs. * System problem analysis and resolution, recovery, monitoring, configuration and installation.* Resolve trouble tickets, monitor systems, install patches, writing and/or modifying scripts, backup and restore processes.* Provide hardware and software PC support and network support to all users.* Report breeches of IT procedures and policies to appropriate management.* Analyze network and server requirements; communicate with vendors; recommend products for selection.* Project management.* Maintain proactive, consistent communication with supervisor on system/project status/issues.This position may include other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE:

* A minimum for 8 years experience with network administration, Windows 2000/2003 server management, PC hardware / software support, and end-user support.* Experience in Lotus Notes administration and application development is highly desirable.* Exposure to ITIL processes is a plus.

KNOWLEDGE:

* Working knowledge of systems, servers, and supporting applicationso Windows Server, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, SQL Servero Cisco Router, Switches, Firewalls, VPN, IPS, Load Balancingo MPLS, IPSEC, MLPPP, T1, T3, LAN/WANo Linux, VMWare, SAN, Brocade, Backupo Disaster Recoveryo Avaya PBX, Cisco VoIP

SKILLS

* Detail oriented and be able to deliver high quality work with little supervision.* Must be able to follow standard documented operating procedures.* Able to work with and meet deadlines.* Excellent trouble-shooting skills.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Strong Customer service orientation, the ability to interact with all levels of employees and to communicate complex technical information in a non-technical manner.* Able to work in a team environment.* The ability to work a flexible schedule as some nights and weekends are required. May also include limited travel to remote locations as needed.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5906

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Posted on Tuesday, February 16, 2010 permalink.

Business Analyst- 620- Chicago, Contract, 5899

Business Analyst

The core job of any financial analyst is to conduct a general financial analysis of the finance reports obtained from various departments
Other jobs of financial analysts include, preparing reports pertaining to their research, study and suggestions over investments.
Making use of spreadsheets and different statistical softwares in order to analyze the facts of their report.
In many organizations, determining, planning and foreseeing the marketing activities, also forms an important part of the job description of a financial analyst.
Developing new and effective techniques for financial planning and thus rendering better service to the clients.
Reading financial statements of the organization and also taking into consideration, the sales, expenses and production cost, in order to advise for investments and forecast future earnings of the organization.
Keeping tabs of the latest trends and techniques in the field of financial analysis.
Coordinating with the higher management officials of their own as well as other departments, in order to report the progress and changes if any.
Hard core analysis, fact verification, study and research are all a parts of the junior financial analyst job description, whereas, planning and decision making on financial analysis is the core part of the senior financial analyst job description.
Capabilities to conduct queries Comprehensive data warehouse analysis and design experience, with full
knowledge of data warehouse methodologies and data modeling.
Experience with tier-one applications, databases, and data warehouses, such as Oracle 9i, MS SQL Server, Crystal, SAP, SCM, etc.
Some experience in Business Objects tools, such as Scheduler, Designer, Data Integrator, and BO Universe design to work more completely across propertities.
Demonstrated ability with MS Windows, UNIX, and tools to support BI functions.
Strong ability to analyze user requirements and build front-end BI applications according to specifications.
Knowledge of various scripting languages.
Strong understanding of relational database structures, theories, principles, and practices. Experience with data processing flowcharting techniques.
Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities.
Good knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.


Assess and cultivate long-term strategic goals for BI development in conjunction
with end users, managers, clients, and other stakeholders and provide recommendations on what to report and how it should be reported.
Provide analysis and advice on internal business processes consuming or feeding business intelligence products.
Investigate ongoing issues and technologies and furnish solutions for them.
Serve as a liaison to other departments.
Ensure quality products are delivered in specified timeframe.
Communicate complex technical issues at different levels to internal and external customers.
Ensure business critical business reporting processes are successfully completed and delivered with high quality and within the timeframe requested.
Be a business intelligence and business process subject matter expert (SME) and an advocate for the Business Intelligence Team's product offerings.
Maintain, support and enhance existing internal business intelligence applications.
Develop the reports, and report definitions, graphs and portal interfaces, as appropriate are knowledgeable in databases and data warehouses to ensure interoperability.
Work with project managers to ensure that data entry, retrieval, change and
delete functions meet business requirements for project completion and program goal realization.
Conduct job duties and responsibilities according to the organization's business
systems development methodology and/or its Systems Development Life Cycle
(SDLC) methodology.
Design and deliver end-user training and training materials; provide technical
support as necessary.
Troubleshoot BI tools, systems, and software; performance-tune these
applications as necessary.
Evaluate and select database/data warehouse components, including hardware,
relational database management systems, ETL software, metadata management
tools, and database design solutions.
Conduct research and make recommendations on BI products, services, and
standards in support of procurement and development efforts.
College diploma or university degree in the field of computer science, information
systems, or computer engineering.
Minimum of 3 years direct work experience in BI with demonstrated capabilities.
Comprehensive data warehouse analysis and design experience, with full
knowledge of data warehouse methodologies and data modeling.
Experience with tier-one applications, databases, and data warehouses, such as
Oracle 9i, MS SQL Server, Crystal, SAP, SCM, etc.
Some experience in Business Objects tools, such as Scheduler, Designer, Data
Integrator, and BO Universe design to work more completely across SHC propertities.
Demonstrated ability with MS Windows, UNIX, and tools to support BI functions.
Strong ability to analyze user requirements and build front-end BI applications
according to specifications.
Knowledge of various scripting languages.
Strong understanding of relational database structures, theories, principles, and
practices.E xperience with data processing flowcharting techniques.
Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving abilities.
Good knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
Team-oriented, with experience working in a collaborative environment.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5899

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Posted on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 permalink.

Web Analyst/Report Writer - BO - 622- Chicago, Contract, 5889

Web Analyst

Capability with clickstream tools such as ClickTracks, Omniture etc. Use standard BI tools, such as Brio or Business Objects, to produce reports relating to outcomes. Person should have heavy Omniture experience in report creating, data mining, etc.
Create holistic dashboards by pulling data from different data sources and websites for presentations to senior management team.
Lead driving core insights from the data to suggest, create and execute multivariate or a/b/c tests that drive fundamental improvements to the site experience.
Ensure that best practices in metrics and decision making are being exposed to the BU management and core website decision makers.

Two years of experience in advanced web analytics methodologies such as experimentation and testing, competitive analysis, surveys and market research.
High level of expertise with Business Intelligence tools, two plus years, such as Brio, Business Objects, MicroStrategy, Omniture, Test and Target, Cognos etc with experience writing and tuning sql queries in a online or offline environment.
Three to five years of experience in using the Microsoft Office suite advanced Excel skills including creation and use of formulas, and pivot tables.
Knowledge of Javascript and use of variables in reporting is essential as this position will be required to take requests from marketing and other BU's and translate them into Omniture variables that are tracked in the reporting front end.
Three to five years of business analysis experience in large size companies with multiple functions / business units preferred.
Bachelor's degree (MBA preferred)

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5889

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Windows Admin- Lisle Contract, 5863

Windows Admin

A international company located in Lisle, Il is looking for a Senior Windows Administrator for a 6 month contract.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5863

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Posted on Friday, February 5, 2010 permalink.

Project Analyst- Riverwoods, Contract, 5851

Junior Business Project analyst.
If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5851

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Posted on Tuesday, February 2, 2010 permalink.

Business Analyst- Westmont, Direct, 5837

Business Analyst
We need an experienced business analyst that can:
* Ability to Write "use cases"
* Gather requirements and documentation
* Development languages is unimportant (they use java)
* Ability to interact with customers and have an excellent communication style
* Ability to travel up to 10%
* 4 year degree

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5837

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Linux Systems Admin- Chicago, Direct, 5833

Senior Linux Administrator.

The main things – this person much be Red Hat Certified Engineer.

Advanced experience with Linux and Windows.

Must haves:
Red Hat Certified Engineer
Window Server Exchange 2003
Network and disk performance experience


If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5833

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Posted on Thursday, January 28, 2010 permalink.

Business Analyst- Riverwoods, Contract, 5822

Analysis and Solution Definition
• Elicit requirements using interviews, document analysis, requirements workshops, surveys, site visits, business process descriptions, use cases, scenarios, business analysis, task and workflow analysis.
• Critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, decompose high-level information into details, abstract up from low-level information to a general understanding, and distinguish user requests from the underlying true needs.
• Proactively communicate and collaborate with external and internal customers to analyze information needs and functional requirements and deliver the appropriate artifacts as needed: (Functional requirements, Use Cases, GUI, Screen and Interface designs)
• Utilize your experience in using enterprise-wide requirements definition and management systems and methodologies required.
• Successfully engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously
• Work independently with users to define concepts and under direction of project managers
• Drive and challenge business units on their assumptions of how they will successfully execute their plans
• Strong analytical and management skills required, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, executives, managers, and subject matter experts.
• Serves as the conduit between the customer community (internal and external customers) and the software development team through which requirements flow.
• Develop requirements specifications according to standard templates, using natural language.
• Collaborate with developers and subject matter experts to establish the technical vision and analyze tradeoffs between usability and performance needs.
• Be the liaison between the business units, technology teams and support teams.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5822

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Unix Application Support- Chicago, Direct, 5264

Unix Application Support - MUST have Perl scripting.

The primary focus of this position is the operational support of multiple, remote, proprietary trading environments. The second focus involves performance monitoring and analysis of the aforementioned environments and the development of improved monitoring methodologies, tools, and systems reporting processes.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities of Position:

1. To provide first level technical support for trading staff
2. To communicate systems related issues to trading staff
3. To understand the architecture of the trading environment
4. To manage the startup of the trading environment
5. To monitor the trading environment and identify and report system failures and inefficiencies
6. To understand the purpose of the applications used by the trading staff
7. To understand how these applications are accessed by the trading staff
8. To understand the communications needs and expected behavior of these applications
9. To troubleshoot and resolve unexpected application or system behavior
10. To recommend improvements to facilitate better management and monitoring of the environment.

Requirements:

1. BS in Computer Science or 2 to 3 years work experience as a UNIX systems administrator
2. Knowledge of the UNIX operating system (Solaris and Linux preferred)
3. Good perl and shell programming skills
4. C and C++ knowledge is a plus
5. Strong interpersonal skills – ability to work well with users
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
7. Self-motivated with interest in learning new applications and systems.
8. Ability to handle multiple issues of varying priority effectively
9. Ability to work unsupervised

Often there are several phases of projects running concurrently. This requires identifying solutions to problems, specifying projects, recommending schedules and priorities for projects, and programming solutions to these problems. All these phases must be coordinated to achieve results that satisfy both users’ needs and desires as effectively as possible.

User support is a major facet of this position. The availability of the systems and applications are critical to the function of the business and the user community and therefore must be monitored on an on-going basis to ensure problem free use and smooth operation through training, guidance, and ongoing support when problems are encountered. Feedback from users is critical to enhancing system administration. This position must promote and use that feedback to improve the service provided.
If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5264

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Posted on Monday, January 25, 2010 permalink.

Analyst - SAS/SPSS - Chicago, Contract, 5793

Title: Senior Analyst, Insights & Analytics

Job Summary:
• Senior Analysts have the same role as Analysts but with more experience and autonomy. They are part mathematician, part author and part mentor who are expected to provide media research and performance insights in support of the media/search teams. Three major facets to their role include:
– Finding and sorting information quickly and efficiently
– Presenting information in a manner that is both easy for a lay-person to understand and statistically sound
– Helping others use data effectively by guiding them to ask the right questions

Responsibilities
• Assist senior analytic staff with various analytic projects for media and search departments as well as clients
• Retrieve raw research data compiled from 3rd party media tools and synthesize it into usable forms for media team usage
• Assist client in running numerous reports, ie. creative performance, clutter analysis, etc.
• Maintain library of up-to-date internet industry statistics and reports
• Maintain and teach others to use media systems
• Generate competitive ad spend reports
• Assist in original research and the writing of reports
• Mentor and train Analysts
• Some client-facing responsibilities

Qualifications:
• 1-3 years experience in similar/applicable position or marketing research-orientated degree
• Strong analytical orientation
• Good writing and verbal communication skills (including presentation skills)
• Strong Excel spreadsheet skills (sorting data, pivot tables, advanced functions)
• Additional desirable skills include web design/application coding experience, statistics background (SPSS/SAS training), experience with online research sources

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5793

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Posted on Tuesday, January 19, 2010 permalink.

Sr. Systems and Development Analyst- Chicago, Contract, 5782

Sr. Systems and Development Analyst


MAJOR RESPONSIBLITIES AND DUTIES

Software Development
· Ensure development projects are delivered properly to meet the requirements of both business and IT.
· Build sound technical solutions to meet user requirements that consider system capacity, limitations and performance requirements
· Ensure that software enhancements and system fixes meet intended business needs according to defined requirements
· Maintain and follow established Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies on all projects
· Develop high level and detailed designs for assigned development initiatives
· Prepare technical specifications from which application programs will be developed
· Develop and execute QA routines to ensure quality of software
· Assist in the planning and deployment of software releases
· Inform manager and user community of progress, issues and concerns
Business Analysis
· Develop a strong understanding of business requirements; working with business users to define technical and process requirements
· Develop and document functional requirements for analyzed business needs
· Identify and recommend best approach to solve business issues
· Document business requirements and create detailed requirements for proposed solution changes. Analysis includes user requirements as well technology requirements.
· Strong interaction with end users and business sponsors required


REQUIREMENTS

Education and Training:
Bachelors degree. Post graduate work, such as financial certification, or master’s degree, preferred

Experience:
5+ years solid experience in Business Application Software design and development


Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

· Technical skills:
· Languages : C# --- demonstrate other relevant experience
· Web applications: .Net
· RDBMS: Microsoft SQL Server, SSRS -Reporting Services and SSIS
· Scripting: SQL required, Stored Procedures,
· Operating systems - Windows, UNIX a plus
· Investment industry experience required
· Strong data awareness and understanding required.
· Exceptional software development skills.
· Strong business acumen and service orientation.
· Professional approach to work, including strong verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to make decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure; innovative thinker and creative problem solver; ability to generate innovative solutions; makes decisions using thorough use of data and process, and the moves quickly to action
· Results-oriented; delivers results under difficult conditions and demonstrates balanced judgment under pressure; sets high performance for self
· Strong mediation skills to facilitate a constructive approach to dealing with conflict
· Effectively adapts to change; comfortable with complexity, ambiguity and change; models the behaviors and coaches others to embrace change
· Solid technology background, including an understanding of current technology concepts
· Strong work ethic
· Strong attention to detail

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5782

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Posted on Friday, January 15, 2010 permalink.

SAP FSCM Analyst- Deerfield, Contract to Hire, 5775

SAP FSCM Analyst
SAP Financial Supply Chain Management applications offer an in-house cash solution – smarter, leaner, more economical.

Our client is looking for a contract to hire person that is a FICO person that knows the new module called FSCM which is outlined above. The person will be a "functional analyst" that will be able to work with the business. Apparently this new module is the "marriage between" Credit, Collections and the Accounts Receivable piece in SAP.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5775

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BA/Functional Lead- Chicago, Direct, 5772

Description
A Functional Lead works across a project team having a variety of roles and responsibilities. Functional Leads must be intelligent analytical problem solvers with strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates must be self-starters, able to quickly learn and practically apply new knowledge in a fast-paced client driven environment.

As a Functional Lead you must have:
A thorough understanding of requirements gathering processes, tools, and templates
A comprehensive understanding of functional, regression, and quality assurance testing
The ability to direct/lead others in creating functional deliverables and ensures deliverables are client ready
Experience in facilitating and driving client requirements workshops Functional Leads work closely with Project Managers to drive requirement definition, prioritization and project scope. They must be comfortable working with a variety of teams/individuals including User Experience, Creative, Technical, Program Management, and Executive Leadership.

Responsibilities
Helps to determine the approach and methodology that best suits the task requirements and client environment
Effectively applies client methodologies and tools to project delivery
Serves as the Functional/Domain expert on the project team
Manages a significant component of work (thread) within an engagement which may involve management of a small internal or client team
Provides quality oversight on deliverables prepared by the functional team before reviewing with Project Manager and submitting to client
Adept at identifying, quantifying, and managing risk to project delivery
Mentor junior team members Communication
Facilitates client working sessions
Leads team status meetings and informs project manager of issues, risks, decisions etc.
Reviews final deliverables with client stakeholders
Organized and structured in written and oral communications with an ability to level the communications appropriately for the target audience (from internal team communications to client presentations)

Technical Understanding
Understands leading edge Web application technologies including, but not limited to, Rich Internet Application (RIA) technology, mobile applications, and n-tier architectures

Experience in one of more of the following solution sets: Corporate Sites, Consumer Sites, B2B Sites, RIA/Web 2.0 Applications, Employee Portals, and Marketing Platforms
Understands the elements of User Experience and the application and benefits of a User-Centered Design process in the delivery of solutions
Maintains a leading edge understanding of new and emerging technologies and their potential application at a client Business Development
Assists in proposal efforts including project approach and solution design
Effectively conveys client brand and capabilities in both written and verbal business development conversations

Required Experience/Skills
Bachelors degree
5+ years professional experience in consulting with at least 3 years experience as a Functional Analyst
Consulting experience delivering web channel solutions at an enterprise scale
Understanding of user experience design and Rich Internet Applications
Experience serving as the functional subject matter expert on projects based on previous experience and/or the ability to quickly learn and become the resident expert

Nice To Have
Financial Services or Government Experience
MBA or Masters Degree in Information Technologies
CAPM Certification

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5772

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Unix Trader Support - Richmond, VA, Direct, 5756

Unix Production Support
Must have:

Unix troubleshooting experience
SQL Scripting experience
Excellent wholesome personality
Perl / Python Scripting
Responsibilities
· Provides Level 3 support to Production Support Teams and other System Engineers.
· Management, administration, support, configuration, and testing of J2EE (specifically EJB) systems.
· Administration, support, and configuration of custom PERL and PYTHON utilities.
· Meets deadlines as agreed to within the System Engineering roadmap.
· Follow defined Standard Processes and Procedures within the deployment and support space.
· Provide regular status reports and updates as required.
· Available to provide on-call support nights and weekends.
Technical Skills/Experience
· Understanding and experience with the administration of J2SE and J2EE enterprise applications.
· Understanding and hands on experience with Java Application Servers.
· Understanding and hands on experience with PERL and PYTHON.
· Minimum of 5+ year’s total experience working in distributed enterprise type applications.
· Experience and understanding of the demands of hosted applications especially scalability, clustering, high availability, failover, and disaster recovery
· Must be familiar and at ease with both the Unix and the Windows environments.
· Must have a proven track record of working well in a team environment.
· Must demonstrate problem solving skills and strong critical thinking.
Pluses
· Understand Interest rates risk management and trading strategies.
· Experience in a large financial institution.
· Experience with Enterprise System Monitoring
· Experience with BEA Weblogic
· Experience with Borland Enterprise Server
If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5756

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Posted on Tuesday, January 12, 2010 permalink.

Autonomy eDiscovery Support- Deerfield, Contract, 5749

Autonomy eDiscovery Support Business Analyst for a two year project.

Duties will include:
* Provide high level support for legal users
* Enhance reports and provide adhoc troubleshooting and maintenance for client for a new implemenation will through the go live dates

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5749

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Communication Specialist- Riverwoods, Contract to Hire, 5748

Produces marketing communication and/or sales promotional materials to implement product marketing strategies and sales objectives. Produces information materials for communications media to reach the maximum number of customers and prospects. May perform activities such as marketing related writing, layout, sales kit preparation and display arrangement. May coordinate activities involved in the preparation of advertising, sales promotion, and publicity in support of the marketing of company products.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5748

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Unix Support Engineer - Second Shift- Chicago, 5733

Unix Support Engineer - Second Shift

Responsibilities
· Provides Level 3 support to Production Support Teams and other System Engineers.
· Management, administration, support, configuration, and testing of J2EE (specifically EJB) systems.
· Administration, support, and configuration of custom PERL and PYTHON utilities.
· Meets deadlines as agreed to within the System Engineering roadmap.
· Follow defined Standard Processes and Procedures within the deployment and support space.
· Provide regular status reports and updates as required.
· Available to provide on-call support nights and weekends.

Technical Skills/Experience
· Understanding and experience with the administration of J2SE and J2EE enterprise applications.
· Understanding and hands on experience with Java Application Servers.
· Understanding and hands on experience with PERL and PYTHON.
· Minimum of 5+ year’s total experience working in distributed enterprise type applications.
· Experience and understanding of the demands of hosted applications especially scalability, clustering, high availability, failover, and disaster recovery
· Must be familiar and at ease with both the Unix and the Windows environments.
· Must have a proven track record of working well in a team environment.
· Must demonstrate problem solving skills and strong critical thinking.

Pluses
· Understand Interest rates risk management and trading strategies.
· Experience in a large financial institution.
· Experience with Enterprise System Monitoring
· Experience with BEA Weblogic
· Experience with Borland Enterprise Server

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5733

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Posted on Monday, January 4, 2010 permalink.

Systems Analyst- MIlwaukee, Contract, 5714

Systems Analyst


Description:
Identifies and communicates problems and recommends constructive solutions and actions. Additional leadership responsibilities may be required depending upon the experience of the individual.

Additional responsibilities may include developing or assisting in developing work plans and estimates for information systems projects, ensuring adherence to standards relative to the technical aspects of assigned projects. Areas of technical guidance may include, but are not limited to, current operating standards, development methodologies, documentation standards, programming languages, user interfaces, event modeling, estimating work effort, and adherence to work plans.

Researches, analyzes, and documents selected elements of assigned information systems projects at a level that is appropriate based on skills of individual. Designs, tests, and codes computer programs and prepares them for complete operational status. Aids in the preparation of user procedures and conducts training and implementation sessions. Prepares test data, schedules, and conversion procedures, and tests the operation of computer systems. Evaluates and estimates requested program modifications. Reports status and progress of assigned projects to management.

Skills:
Cobol Programming, SQL Programming


Additional Skills:
Strong analytical skills, problem solving skills, Cobol mainly and RPG LE helpful programming skills, and cumminication skills.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5714

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Posted on Tuesday, December 15, 2009 permalink.

Senior Business Analyst Lead w/ Salesforce.com- Chicago, Contract, 5711

Downtown client is looking for a Senior Business Analyst with Salesforce.com experience. Must have great communication, this is a client facing role. Will serve as the main point of communication, gathering requirements from the client, and communicating to the development team. This is a 3-6 month contract. SF.com Certification is preferred but not required.
If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5711

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HRIS Analyst- Milwaukee, Contract, 5699

HRIS Analyst


Assignment Description:


Provide user support of PeopleSoft system, including security administration, creation of complex queries, troubleshooting of HR, Benefits, and Payroll issues, identification and testing of fixes, routine data entry. Acts as liaison with IS resources to resolve issues. Must handle multiple priorities, and have high level of attention to detail and data integrity. Must have in depth knowledge of PeopleSoft HR and Benefits modules and some knowledge of Payroll. Must been skilled in creation of complex queries. Must be able to analyze systems and businsess process issues and identify solutions. Must handle multiple priorities, and have high level of attention to detail and data integrity.


Skills:
MS Office 2003, PeopleSoft


Additional Skills:
Excellent analytical, communication and customer service skills.
Provide user support of PeopleSoft system, including security administration, creation of complex queries, troubleshooting of HR, Benefits, and Payroll issues, identification and testing of fixes, routine data entry.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5699

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Identity Management - Senior Systems Analyst/Programmer- Evanston, Direct, 5697


North Suburbs client is looking for a Senior Systems Analyst/Programer with Identity Management.

This is a permanent position.

Client Job Description:

The successful candidate will have a solid background in identity management systems. He or she will be able to work with minimal supervision to determine business needs, implement solutions, and perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting.

Position Description

-Coordinating and performing activities related to the development, implementation and support of identity management projects. Includes requirements gathering, project planning, coding, testing, documenting and deploying software. 50% of time spent.
-Monitoring production systems, troubleshooting, and providing operational support to internal and external customers as necessary. 20% of time spent.
-Providing instruction and mentoring to other team members as appropriate. 10% of time spent
-Providing analysis, recommendations and technical assistance to business units and schools within the University in support of projects using the central identity management infrastructure. 20% of time spent.
-Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

-A Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

-Five years experience in a professional information technology environment with responsibility for developing, customizing, integrating, and deploying ERP software.

-Two years of experience in developing, customizing, integrating and deploying of identity management systems.

-Two years of Java development experienceMinimum Competencies

-Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to work on multiple projects concurrently.

-Excellent written and verbal communications skills, including the ability to explain and interpret complex technology in business terms.

-Able to work collegially within a team environment.

-Can work independently, assuming start-to-finish responsibility for software projects from requirements documentation through deployment.

-Willing to embrace new technologies and systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Two years of experience with SUN Identity Manager software (version 7.0 or higher)

One year of experience with SUN Access Manager/OpenSSO software (version 7.0 or higher)

One year of experience with SUN Directory Server software

One year of experience with NetBeans integrated development environment

Three years of experience in higher education

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5697

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Infrastructure Admin w/ Amazon S3 and PHP- Chicago, Contract, 5675

Responsibilities:
Porting a new PHP/MySQL website from a single server, and porting it to Amazon Web Services (AWS). Building out a multi-tier Development, QA and Prod env in AWS and getting the site and code promotion process working

Position Summary
1) Design scalable and robust infrastructures
2) Testing, training, implementation and support.
3) Assist sales teams

Knowledge, Skills & Experience (Essential):
-Bachelors Degree required in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or other related discipline
-5+ years of UNIX or LINUX Server Administration
-3+ years of UNIX/LINUX shell scripting
-3+ years of experience with LAMP configuration and administration
-5+ years experience in network administration (configuring, administering, and maintaining LAN/WAN solutions)
-Working experience in Xen or VMware, or AWS
-2+ years experience with Mail Server Administration (MS Exchange Server, Zimbra, Sendmail, etc...)
-Database experience (Oracle, MySQL, DB2)
-Background in web and application servers and application
-Experience in designing application systems
-Experience in configuration and administration of high-volume websites with HA, Load Balancing and Fail-over

Knowledge, Skills & Experience (Desirable):

-3+ years experience with Windows 2003 Server and Active Directory Management skills
-3+ years experience in SQL Server 2005 development/programming
-1+ years experience in MySQL or SQL Server DBA
- PHP development experience
-Experience in disaster recovery, PCI, PII, HIPAA
-CISSP Certification

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5675

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Posted on Wednesday, December 2, 2009 permalink.

Junior Business Analyst- Evanston, Contract to Hire, 5672

North suburbs client is looking for a Young, rising star, 2-4 year BA, w/ degree.

The Business Analyst (BA) will play a critical role on the Business Unit team. The mandate of the BA is to provide support for business case discipline, identification of key data and insights as well as KPIs that provide the foundation structured decision making. The Business Analyst is responsible for:
· Establishing and maintaining Models, Business Cases and KPI’s
· Research and Analysis of market developments and competitors that will fundamentally inform and affect strategic decisions made by the Vertical.

The position of the Business Analyst provides broad exposure to key trends and challenges the Vertical team faces. The Business Analyst will support the Vertical Lead and the Marketing Team, driving a number of standalone projects and ongoing initiatives.

Specific responsibilities include four key areas:

Modeling and Business Case Analysis, and ongoing KPI monitoring
Industry Research
Process and Data Flow
Initial and Light Data Structuring


EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
s This position requires a minimum of 4-6 years experience
s Minimum of a Bachelors Degree in Statistics/Finance/Business
s MBA preferred

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES
s Proficiency in Excel, Access, and Vizio is required
s Working familiarity and comfort with Statistical methods
s SQL /Access database building
s Working knowledge of financial reporting and concepts
s Ability to build and maintain trusting, effective relationships with other team members and the organization
s Excellent interpersonal skills
s Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
s Demonstrated initiative, a sense of urgency as well as the ability to work effectively in a very fast paced environment
s Ability to maintain a positive attitude in an ever-changing environment
s Flawless and timely follow-through
s Strong quantitative and analytical skills
s Strong innovation, problem solving and conceptual thinking abilities
s Proficient in Microsoft Office as well as ability to learn and utilize other information systems
If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5672

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Posted on Tuesday, November 24, 2009 permalink.

Functional Analyst- Chicago, Direct, 5663

A Functional Analyst works across a project team having a variety of roles and responsibilities. Functional Analysts must be intelligent analytical problem solvers with strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates must be self-starters, able to quickly learn and practically apply new knowledge in a fast-paced client driven environment.

As a Functional Analyst you must have:

  • A sound understanding of requirements gathering processes, tools, and templates.
    A thorough understanding of functional, regression, and quality assurance testing.
  • The ability to create use cases, requirements traceability matrix, functional design documents, and test scripts with minimal direction and support from team lead or manager.
  • Functional Analysts work closely with Functional Leads and Project Managers to drive requirement definition, prioritization and contribute to project scoping estimates. They must be comfortable working with a variety of teams/individuals including User Experience, Creative, Technical, and Program Management.

Responsibilities

  • Helps to determine the approach and methodology that best suits the task requirements and client environment.
  • Effectively applies methodologies and tools to project delivery.
  • Serves as a Functional/Domain expert on the project team.
  • Contributes to a variety of deliverables and may manage a single activity or stream of work.
  • Adept at identifying, quantifying, and managing risk to project delivery.
  • Extrapolate core project requirements based on client needs and translates to project documentation.
  • Ability to define a problem, possible conclusions and present options for mitigation.
  • The ability to execute test scripts and document test results with minimal direction from team lead or project manager

Communication

  • Actively contribute to client working sessions.
    Organized and structured in written and oral communications.

Technical Understanding

  • Experience in one of more of the following solution sets: Corporate Sites, Consumer Sites, B2B Sites, RIA/Web 2.0 Applications, Employee Portals, and Marketing Platforms.
  • Understands the elements of User Experience and the application and benefits of a User-Centered Design process in the delivery of solutions.
  • Maintains a cursory understanding of new and emerging technologies and their potential application at a client.

Required Experience/Skills

  • Bachelors degree
  • 3+ years professional experience in consulting with at least 2 years experience as a Functional Analyst.
  • Consulting experience delivering web channel solutions at an enterprise scale.
  • Understanding of user experience design and Rich Internet Applications
  • Experience serving as the functional subject matter expert on projects based on previous experience and/or the ability to quickly learn and become the resident expert.

Nice to Have

  • Financial Services or Government Experience
  • CAPM Certification

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5663

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Sap Basis/BW administrator- Chicago, Contract to Hire, 5619

This is a contract to hire Sr. Basis position.

We need someone with at least 5yr Basis experience and would prefer the same experience with SAP security.
We currently use the Virsa product for security.
Some experience with SAP/BW would also be preferred.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5619

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Posted on Monday, November 9, 2009 permalink.

Java/Oracle - Config Build- Wheeling, Contract, 5588

Java/Oracle - Config Build

New job - new client, this will move quickly! We met the manager a couple weeks ago and they had just decided on two contractors - one of those contractors went off the market before he got final approval.

A. JSP (Must), Oracle (Must), SQL (Must)
B. Medical Billing (Plus)
C. This is a 8 person team in Wheeling, IL. 5 of which are Java developers, a BA and a couple PM's.
D. They are converting everything from Java (JSP)/Oracle to .NET/SQL. While the current development staff focus on this conversion they need someone who can help clients implement and configure their websites onto their current platform. Strong communication is required, good SQL scripting skills are a must, experience developing in Java (JSP) and using Subversion is a major plus. If they know .NET that's great too.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5588

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Posted on Tuesday, November 3, 2009 permalink.

Business Analyst - Use Case- Westmont, Direct, 5581

Business Analyst - Use Case

Our client is a leading software development organization located in the Western Suburbs of Chicago. They need an experienced business analyst that can:
* Write use cases
* Gather requirements and documentation
* Ability to interact with customers and have an excellent communication style
* Ability to travel up to 10%

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5581

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Posted on Thursday, October 29, 2009 permalink.

Senior Business Analyst Lead w/ Salesforce.com- Chicago, Contract, 5575

Senior Business Analyst Lead w/ Salesforce.com

Downtown client is looking for a Senior Business Analyst with Salesforce.com experience. Must have great communication, this is a client facing role. Will serve as the main point of communication, gathering requirements from the client, and communicating to the development team. This is a 3-6 month contract.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5575

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Posted on Friday, October 23, 2009 permalink.

BA/Functional Lead- Chicago, Direct, 5563

A Functional Lead works across a project team having a variety of roles and responsibilities. Functional Leads must be intelligent analytical problem solvers with strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidates must be self-starters, able to quickly learn and practically apply new knowledge in a fast-paced client driven environment.

As a Functional Lead you must have:

  • A thorough understanding of requirements gathering processes, tools, and templates
  • A comprehensive understanding of functional, regression, and quality assurance testing
  • The ability to direct/lead others in creating functional deliverables and ensures deliverables are client ready
  • Experience in facilitating and driving client requirements workshops Functional Leads work closely with Project Managers to drive requirement definition, prioritization and project scope.
  • They must be comfortable working with a variety of teams/individuals including User Experience, Creative, Technical, Program Management, and Executive Leadership.

Responsibilities

  • Helps to determine the approach and methodology that best suits the task requirements and client environment
  • Effectively applies client methodologies and tools to project delivery
  • Serves as the Functional/Domain expert on the project team
  • Manages a significant component of work (thread) within an engagement which may involve management of a small internal or client team
  • Provides quality oversight on deliverables prepared by the functional team before reviewing with Project Manager and submitting to client
  • Adept at identifying, quantifying, and managing risk to project delivery
  • Mentor junior team members Communication
  • Facilitates client working sessions
  • Leads team status meetings and informs project manager of issues, risks, decisions etc.
  • Reviews final deliverables with client stakeholders
  • Organized and structured in written and oral communications with an ability to level the communications appropriately for the target audience (from internal team communications to client presentations) Technical Understanding
  • Understands leading edge Web application technologies including, but not limited to, Rich Internet Application (RIA) technology, mobile applications, and n-tier architectures
  • Experience in one of more of the following solution sets: Corporate Sites, Consumer Sites, B2B Sites, RIA/Web 2.0 Applications, Employee Portals, and Marketing Platforms
    Understands the elements of User Experience and the application and benefits of a User-Centered Design process in the delivery of solutions
  • Maintains a leading edge understanding of new and emerging technologies and their potential application at a client Business Development
  • Assists in proposal efforts including project approach and solution design
  • Effectively conveys client brand and capabilities in both written and verbal business development conversations

Required Experience/Skills

  • Bachelors degree
  • 5+ years professional experience in consulting with at least 3 years experience as a Functional Analyst
  • Consulting experience delivering web channel solutions at an enterprise scale
  • Understanding of user experience design and Rich Internet Applications
  • Experience serving as the functional subject matter expert on projects based on previous experience and/or the ability to quickly learn and become the resident expert

Nice To Have

  • Financial Services or Government Experience
  • MBA or Masters Degree in Information Technologies
  • CAPM Certification
If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5563

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Posted on Friday, October 16, 2009 permalink.

Windows Administrator- Chicago, Contract to Hire, 5554


The Technical Analyst II role works as a senior technical resource to maintain and upgrade servers and network infrastructure.

Main Tasks/Responsibilities:

  • Specify, install, configure, administer, support, and troubleshoot network servers
  • Install, support, and troubleshoot network infrastructure equipment
  • Support entire technical infrastructure including PCs, phones, printers, scanners, backup systems, and peripheral devices
  • Develop and implement plans for infrastructure upgrades, technology assessments, and solutions
  • Specify and procure networking and/or computer equipment
  • Perform other duties as assigned
  • Assist in general IT activities
  • Provide After-Hours support for systems and applications

Experience:

  • 4+ years experience with network server applications including databases, web servers,FTP servers, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Active Directory, and Microsoft Windows Server
  • 3+ years experience in configuring and supporting IP networks
  • 2+ years experience in setup, configuration and maintenance of networking infrastructure including Cisco switches and routers, VPN technologies, T1 and other WAN administration
  • Bachelors degree preferred
  • Microsoft System Center experience is strongly preferred
  • Technical Certifications (e.g. MCSE, CCNA) a plus
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Strong communication skills

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5554

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Tibco Administrator- Chicago, Contract, 5548

Downtown client is looking for a Tibco administrator for a 2 month contract.

Must have: Websphere MQ, TIbco EMS, Business Works 5.x, Administrator 5.x, TRA 5.x, should also have Adapters SAP or ADB.

Plus: Unix scripting, big plus, HPUX.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5548

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Posted on Wednesday, October 14, 2009 permalink.

BA - Junior- Chicago, Contract to Hire, 5539

Business Analyst for one the world's most presitgous financial institutions.

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Posted on Friday, October 9, 2009 permalink.

Computer Operator - IBM Mainframe System Z- Oak Brook, Contract, 5534

Computer Operator - IBM Mainframe System Z

Here are the tasks Operators Perform on a daily and weekly basis.

Monitoring
· Fire and Alarm System, Fm-200, Generator, UPS, and Chillers monitoring.
· System Console Monitoring for Hardware errors, Ipl etc.
o Legacy
o SAP
· Tivoli Enterprise monitoring for error messages.
· WGU monitoring for RSCs network (for connectivity, switches and APs)
· Mplus monitoring for As400 messages (AS400 jobs, RSCs error such as Quantity Error, Rover download, Cdx-transfer, and program errors.)
o Production
o QA
· Netview monitoring for Netview related, As400 and 3174 controller messages for RSCs.
· Qpasa monitoring for qpasa error messages (Sap queue, Qmanager etc.)
· Mainframe Console monitoring for job abends, jes2 shortage error etc.
o Production
o QA
· Monitoring IBM tape library, Qualcom server etc.
· Monitoring TWS for SAP processing.
o Production
o QA- JDA, WMS
· Monitoring Mainframe jobs through SDSF.
· Monitor OMSC in Woodridge and go out to site when action requires reboot of system.
· Monitor NETVAULT (Teradata) and perform daily and weekly backups.


Action/Escalation
· Ipl different Lpars.
o Legacy
o QA
· Open incident tickets for job abends, failed program errors, equipment failure, quantity errors, QPASA messages, MPLUS messages etc.
· Load and unload tapes for daily and weekly security for Iron Mountain.
· Send Ftp reports to Iron Mountain.
· Escalate WGU, TIVOLI, QPASA, MPLUS etc. messages to the appropriate team.
· Place a service call for equipment failure.
· Place a service call to AT&t for Frame Relay problems.
· Monitor and escalate Production Processing problems.


Printing
· Print, separate, and distribute daily, weekly and Monthly reports.
· Check off Production Services check off book for reports.
· Daily Check printing.
· Daily Bintags and Label printing.
· Weekly Onbase printing.


Backups
· Perform daily and weekly backups for Merch.
· Perform daily and weekly backups for Finance.
· Perform daily and weekly backups for QA1.
· Perform daily and weekly backups for QA2.
· Perform daily and weekly backups for QA3.
· Perform weekly backup for P-series.
· Set up weekly backups for all RSCs.
· Set up weekly tapes for RS6000.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job# 5534

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Posted on Wednesday, October 7, 2009 permalink.

Exchange/AD Admin- Chicago, Contract, 5521

Microsoft Systems Administrator – Exchange Messaging Systems Engineer

Exchange Messaging Systems Engineer with extensive experience in Exchange messaging architecture. Candidate is responsible for providing architectural design, implementation, performance tuning, and on going support of client and mobile messaging solutions. Individual will participate in planning, monitoring, and evaluating the performance of messaging server systems and make recommendations for improvements/upgrades. Developing, designing, testing, and implementing plans and procedures to protect windows messaging servers including disaster recovery and fault tolerance. Insuring security measure related to Windows Exchange servers, including related messaging servers, virus protection, SPAM protection and protection from malicious attacks.

Position requires collaboration with global team members comprised of multiple time zones, countries and cultures.

Responsible for supporting, managing and implementing all back office messaging related systems for the Microsoft Exchange platforms. The Microsoft Exchange Messaging Systems Engineer will perform the following:

· A minimum of 2 years experience supporting Exchange 2000/2003 and Active Directory 2003 in a global environment.
· Sound knowledge of SMTP, DNS and routing protocols
· Sound knowledge of Windows XP and Windows 2003 Server family installation and configuration.
· Sound knowledge of administration and maintenance of Exchange 2003 Enterprise and Standard versions
· Experience with Microsoft Cluster Server 2003
· Familiar with the Windows 2003 Registry and comfortable with making modifications.
· Re-architect current Group Policies related to messaging clients
· Point person for Exchange and SMTP issues, related systems management, projects, etc
· Research, recommend and implement changes to the production, and related development and QA environments for corporate messaging platform
· Perform pro-active capacity planning, including short term and long-term trend analysis
· Perform cluster server and application management, including Service Pack and patch rollouts
· Tune messaging systems for optimal performance
· Recommend policies, procedures and purchases related to messaging systems administration, security, etc.
· Maintaining the inventory system and change management system pertaining to messaging hardware and equipment
· Follow and create all disaster recovery procedures based on agreed upon SLA’s and Business Continuity Requirements
· Support systems troubleshooting and problem resolution
Blackberry 4.X experience. Ability to manage and troubleshoot blackberry issues.
ISA 2004 – Troubleshoot mobile technology stack through ISA 2004
EVA Experience a plus.


Essential Functions:
· Ensure stable implementation and support of enterprise messaging servers
· Support and maintain change and configuration management for all messaging systems
· Support the backup and recovery strategy of the enterprise for Microsoft Messaging products
· Provide daily administration of messaging systems
· Provide daily administration of messaging hygiene tools, configurations and updates
· Monitor and proactively support capacity planning and analysis
· Understanding of all IT best practices for administering Exchange servers
· Independently identify and address documentation needs and updates

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5521

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Posted on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 permalink.

Linux Engineer- Chicago, Direct, 5503

Linux Engineer

Trading organization in the Chicago area is seeking a senior Linux Engineer

Job Description
* Responsible for Linux based trading applications and servers.
* Work with within the IT team to keep trade systems operational 24x5.
* Evaluate system performance and proactively engage in engage in performance tuning.
* Develop scripts for monitoring systems and automating administrative tasks.
* Ensure systems are backed up and disaster recovery objectives can be met.
* Communicate with exchanges as needed to resolve issues
* Provide support off-hours and remotely when needed.
* Maintain and improve systems documentation.
* Manage multiple tasks, priorities and projects.
* Perform related duties as assigned.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5503

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Posted on Thursday, September 24, 2009 permalink.

Unix Team Lead- Chicago, Direct, 5499

Unix Team Lead

The Unix Engineering Team Lead is responsible for managing the architecture and operations of our Unix/Linux environment.

Responsibilities
  • Manage team Unix Engineers; direct and oversee their work
  • Manage multiple tasks, priorities, and projects for the Unix team
  • Assess, research and implement new technologies in the Linux/Solaris environment
  • Perform Linux/Solaris architecture, administration, automated installation, and performance tuning
  • Plan and participate in NAS NFS storage administration and tuning activities
  • Provide third party and internal trading system support for *nix platforms
  • Work closely with developers and traders to improve Unix architecture and operations
  • Architect and implement fault tolerant systems
  • Create and maintain system documentation


Experience and Skills

  • Previous team lead experience
  • 5 - 10 years Linux/Solaris administration
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks, priorities, and projects
  • Previous experience in system and network performance tuning
  • Previous experience working with clustering technologies
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and integrate new project requirements effectively
  • Ability to work off hours and early morning hours when required
  • Experience supporting trading systems (both third party and internally developed) desired
  • Exposure to working with major trading exchanges desired
  • Team player and self motivated
  • Excellent ability to document architecture, procedures, and other relevant data
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5499

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Posted on Wednesday, September 23, 2009 permalink.

HRIS Analyst- Chicago, Contract to Hire, 5474

HRIS Analyst

Client seeks an accountable self-starter with a customer-service orientation to work closely with the Manager of HRIS/Benefits.

Responsibilities include:

• Using HR data to collect, enter, audit, analyze and produce reports and metrics for compliance analysis and decision-making.
• Administering HRIS quality standards to ensure data integrity.
• Lead implementation/conversion/update of ezisting HRIS
• Developing and integrating detailed operating procedures into information systems in support of HR administration, projects and initiatives.
• Assisting in the support of other HR functions, including but not limited to benefits, staffing and employee relations.

Requirements include:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related area (or equivalent) and at least 3 years of relevant experience in the HR field are required.
• A good working knowledge of applicable government regulations, federal and state employment laws.
• Must have the ability to discreetly handle confidential issues; multi-task in a fast-paced environment; excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; as well as a record of successful work experience in HRIS systems administration and report generation.
• Sound judgment, strong analytical ability and proficiency with relational databases and spreadsheets are required.
• ADP HRIS experience, advanced knowledge of MS Access, Outlook, Excel and Word and a Professional in Human Resources (PHR) certification are preferred.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job# 5474

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Posted on Wednesday, September 16, 2009 permalink.

BA - ITIL- Chicago, Contract, 5426

BA - ITIL

The IT Process Improvement Specialist provides direction and technical leadership to high-priority projects. Evaluates new IT developments and evolving business requirements and recommends appropriate systems alternatives and/or enhancements to current systems. Provides highly technical knowledge to ensure efficient design, development and implementation. Directs, instructs and reviews work of other business consultants. Acts as primary technical resource in all phases of the development and implementation process. Typically requires six to eight years of related experience.


Develop and use strategies and reengineering approaches that ensure linkage among processes, organizations, teams, and organizational structure in order to develop unified and consistent business approaches and performance improvement outcomes

* Lead cross-functional teams to conduct assessments, plan, and implement new or improved processes

* Identify key operational measurements to use for process improvements

* Recommend enhancements to improve overall workflow efficiencies and effectiveness

* Identify key business risks and determine if the proper internal controls and business processes are in place to reduce risks to acceptable levels

* Develop a process framework that articulates how work gets done in an organization

* Document processes and procedures using standard methodologies and tools

* Facilitate teams and forums from process worker to executive level

* Drive project timelines to completion with a cross-functional team

* Learn and document "As-Is" business processes (both textual and diagrams)

* Work with stakeholders to define and model optimal "to-be" processes

* Oversee effective migration from "As-Is" to "To-Be" processes

* Conceptualize and develop solutions, formulate problem statements conducive to application of analytical methods, and development of analysis methods and approaches

* Develop and present content in a concise, professional manner

Education/Certifications

* Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Masters degree in related field is desirable

* 7+ years experience with service management, business process reengineering, and software development project management

* ITIL Foundation v3 Certification required; ITIL Practitioner Certification preferred

* Introduction to CMMI v1.2 highly desirable Experience

* Program development, process analysis, definition, documentation and implementation

* Tool selection and implementation

* Development and delivery of process training materials

Other Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities

* Knowledge of organizational change concepts and interventions

* SharePoint development experience

* Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, MS Project, Visio, and Powerpoint.

* Ability to learn new tools, requirements management and workflow tools.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Domestic trips for no more than 3 days each in length not more than one per month.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job#5426

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Posted on Monday, September 14, 2009 permalink.

Citrix/VM Support Engineer- Oakbrook, Contract, 5440

Citrix/VM Support Engineer

Addison Search, a leading staffing firm in Chicago, is working with a client to fill an immediate need for a Citrix/VM Support Engineer.

Required Skills:
Support/Troubleshooting - for Citrix XenApp on Windows Server 2003
Support/Troubleshooting - XenApp/Presentation Server 4.5 Rolloup 4
Support/Troubleshooting – Citrix Web Interface 5.1.1
Support/Troubleshooting – Citrix Access Gateway Hardware Appliance version 9.0 68.6
Support/Troubleshooting – Citrix Server Infrastructure and performance tuning
Support/Troubleshooting – Active Directory 2003 Group PoliciesSupport/Troubleshooting –
Citrix Application Delivery including streamed applications and Print/drive mapping issues
Support/Troubleshooting – Microsoft Terminal Services Application Mode
Special Requirements: Willing to participate with On-call Rotation- nights and Weekend support approx. one week out of every 6 weeks. (Weekday overnights are covered by Off Shore Staff)

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job #5440

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Posted on Thursday, September 3, 2009 permalink.

Microsoft Systems Engineer - Consulting- Chicago, Direct, 5435


Senior Microsoft Systems Admin - Exchange, VMWare, AD, etc.

Requirements:
1. Must have a 4 year degree
2. Must have prior consulting background from organizations like: Accenture, Burwood Group, Cap Gemini, KPMG, Bearing Point, Deloitte Consulting, Diamond Cluster, Keane, Avanade, etc. (Top Tier consulting companies).
3. They also love candidates that were at these organizations and have a couple of years of industry experience.
4. Have ability to interact with clients - Business Acumen, communication and Technical.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300 and reference job #5435

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Posted on Tuesday, September 1, 2009 permalink.

Meditech Clinical Analyst- Elmhurst, Contract to hire, 5431

Meditech Clinical Analyst with 3-5 years Client Server.

Must have PCS (Patient Care system) and PCM (Physician Care Manager)

Evaluates and applies computer technologies while continually monitoring and evaluating opportunities for technological enhancements or work flow re-engineering in all user departments.

serves as an expert resource to management in strategic planning to meet organizational needs for information systems and associated process improvements including Develop policies and procedures with the departmental super users relative to information management and systems.

Leads information systems installation and upgrade projects, including development of the detailed project plans, Directs and appraises the work of project team members, Implements systems within the agreed upon time frames.

Designs and conducts educational programs relative to information management and systems. Troubleshoots issues identified by end users Supports interfaces between other party vendors

MUST be proficient in the use of Meditech.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Demonstrates commitment to the quality philosophy and values of the organization by maintaining established policies and procedures; organizational objectives; continuous quality improvement; quality assessment and safety standards.
2. Maintains the integrity of the Meditech application modules including daily, weekly and monthly system requirements
3. Works cooperatively with the departmental management to insure optimal usage of the Meditech application modules.
4. Stays current with the MEDITECH HCIS upgrades and enhancements and maintains a strong working relationship with the support personnel at MEDITECH
5. Demonstrates excellent customer service skills in all interpersonal relations and promotes good relations within the hospital.
6. Evaluates user needs and requests for information systems relative to current systems and available technologies and applications, establishes resources required for meeting identified needs

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312.424.0300, and reference job #5431

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Business Analyst - Derivitives - 4-Chicago, Contract, 5384

Business Analysts who UNDERSTANDs Interest Rate Derivitives

This role will be working with our client's internal users and have experience in the following environments:
* Interest Rate Derivities
* Credit Swaps
* Fixed Income

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312-424-0300 and reference job number 5384.

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Posted on Wednesday, August 12, 2009 permalink.

IIS System Administrator / Support- Riverwoods, Contract to Hire, 5377

Title: IIS System Administrator/Support
POSITION OVERVIEW:

Provide day-to-day problem reporting and management for multi-tiered web site environment. Implement policy level directions regarding standards and procedures. Develop working documentation for scheduling, problem resolution, monitoring, and tool usage. Work with other departments to consult on system wide improvements. Develop and/or consult various monitoring tools to ensure superior reliability, high availability, and high performance production systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide ongoing support of Microsoft, Weblogic, Apache and Tomcat infrastructures.
IIS experience is the key. They need to know about authentification, hosting multiple sites with IIS in a larger platform. Ability to troubleshoot IIS issues. Provide level 3 support to IIS, and monitor windows environment. -Use effective communication tools to notify clients of system problems, changes, and enhancements.-Review content related production schedules for appropriate timely performance.-Monitors all related Help Desk tickets to provide appropriate and prompt resolution.-Provide assistance to less senior operations staff when requested.-Controls production upgrades to assure product stability.-Skill in using Internet development tools to provide support.-Windows Script Host (WSH) and Active Directory Service Interface (ADSI) scripting.-Respond to calls for assistance and troubleshoots first level production hardware/software problems.-Ability to work across multiple shifts, as production demands require, on occasion, work overtime hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.Experience with load-balanced, high availability architectureExperience supporting clustered Oracle and SQL databases, IIS, Windows Server 2000 and Server 2003 required.Unix/Linux, Microsoft Content Management Server experience a plus.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312-424-0300 and reference job number 5377.

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Posted on Monday, August 10, 2009 permalink.

Installshield-Lisle, Contract, 5344

A client of our is looking for a packaging expert to help us out for the next 4-6 weeks.

InstallShield Professional 2009 or higher (Internationalized version a plus) *
MSI Basic Knowledge
InstallShield Scripting *
MS Windows Environments
IIS 6.1/7 (Windows Server 2003/Windows Server 2008)
SQL 2005/SQL 2008
Certificates
Web services *
Trusted connection

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312-424-0300 and reference job number 5344.

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Posted on Monday, July 27, 2009 permalink.

Microsoft Admin - Sharepoint, Exchange, AD-Oak Brook, Direct, 5335

Need a Microsoft administrator with experience in Sharepoint, Exchange and Active Directory in that order.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312-424-0300 and refer to job number 5335.

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Posted on Wednesday, July 22, 2009 permalink.

Linux Application Engineer-Chicago, Direct, 5333

Our client is a trading firm with offices five office including downtown Chicago. This position is a primary contributor to our growth and success.

Responsibilities

· Responsible for the availability and performance of key trading applications and systems
· Learn about trading applications in order to identify and resolve trading problems
· Actively improve the performance of trading applications and the systems they run on

Requirements
· At least 3 years experience Linux system administration working primarily on front/back end trading applications
· Experience supporting proprietary trading systems
· Perl and Shell scripting experience
· A proactive customer focused attitude
· Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP
· Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
· Computer Science degree or similar experience

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312-424-0300 and reference job number 5333.

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Posted on Monday, July 20, 2009 permalink.

Windows / Chinese- Lisle, Contract, 5299

A client in the western suburbs has a need for a contractor to perform the following job:
Set up an Windows Server 2003 Active Directory environment, in Chinese, isolated from our corporate domain, to perform product tests.
Musts: ability to read Chinese and ability to set up the environment

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312-424-0300 and reference job number 5299.

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Posted on Thursday, July 9, 2009 permalink.

Computer Operator - IBM Mainframe Sytem Z-Oak Brook, Contract, 5294

Here are the tasks Operators Perform on a daily and weekly basis.

Monitoring
· Fire and Alarm System, Fm-200, Generator, UPS, and Chillers monitoring.
· System Console Monitoring for Hardware errors, Ipl etc.
o Legacy
o SAP
· Tivoli Enterprise monitoring for error messages.
· WGU monitoring for RSCs network (for connectivity, switches and APs)
· Mplus monitoring for As400 messages (AS400 jobs, RSCs error such as Quantity Error, Rover download, Cdx-transfer, and program errors.)
o Production
o QA
· Netview monitoring for Netview related, As400 and 3174 controller messages for RSCs.
· Qpasa monitoring for qpasa error messages (Sap queue, Qmanager etc.)
· Mainframe Console monitoring for job abends, jes2 shortage error etc.
o Production
o QA
· Monitoring IBM tape library, Qualcom server etc.
· Monitoring TWS for SAP processing.
o Production
o QA- JDA, WMS
· Monitoring Mainframe jobs through SDSF.
· Monitor OMSC in Woodridge and go out to site when action requires reboot of system.
· Monitor NETVAULT (Teradata) and perform daily and weekly backups.


Action/Escalation
· Ipl different Lpars.
o Legacy
o QA
· Open incident tickets for job abends, failed program errors, equipment failure, quantity errors, QPASA messages, MPLUS messages etc.
· Load and unload tapes for daily and weekly security for Iron Mountain.
· Send Ftp reports to Iron Mountain.
· Escalate WGU, TIVOLI, QPASA, MPLUS etc. messages to the appropriate team.
· Place a service call for equipment failure.
· Place a service call to AT&t for Frame Relay problems.
· Monitor and escalate Production Processing problems.


Printing
· Print, separate, and distribute daily, weekly and Monthly reports.
· Check off Production Services check off book for reports.
· Daily Check printing.
· Daily Bintags and Label printing.
· Weekly Onbase printing.


Backups
· Perform daily and weekly backups for Merch.
· Perform daily and weekly backups for Finance.
· Perform daily and weekly backups for QA1.
· Perform daily and weekly backups for QA2.
· Perform daily and weekly backups for QA3.
· Perform weekly backup for P-series.
· Set up weekly backups for all RSCs.
· Set up weekly tapes for RS6000.

If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312-424-0300 and reference job number 5294.

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Posted on Tuesday, July 7, 2009 permalink.

Unix Application Support-Chicago, Direct, 5264

Unix Application Support - MUST have Perl scripting.

The primary focus of this position is the operational support of multiple, remote, proprietary trading environments. The second focus involves performance monitoring and analysis of the aforementioned environments and the development of improved monitoring methodologies, tools, and systems reporting processes.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities of Position:

1. To provide first level technical support for trading staff
2. To communicate systems related issues to trading staff
3. To understand the architecture of the trading environment
4. To manage the startup of the trading environment
5. To monitor the trading environment and identify and report system failures and inefficiencies
6. To understand the purpose of the applications used by the trading staff
7. To understand how these applications are accessed by the trading staff
8. To understand the communications needs and expected behavior of these applications
9. To troubleshoot and resolve unexpected application or system behavior
10. To recommend improvements to facilitate better management and monitoring of the environment.

Requirements:

1. BS in Computer Science or 2 to 3 years work experience as a UNIX systems administrator
2. Knowledge of the UNIX operating system (Solaris and Linux preferred)
3. Good perl and shell programming skills
4. C and C++ knowledge is a plus
5. Strong interpersonal skills – ability to work well with users
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
7. Self-motivated with interest in learning new applications and systems.
8. Ability to handle multiple issues of varying priority effectively
9. Ability to work unsupervised

Often there are several phases of projects running concurrently. This requires identifying solutions to problems, specifying projects, recommending schedules and priorities for projects, and programming solutions to these problems. All these phases must be coordinated to achieve results that satisfy both users’ needs and desires as effectively as possible.

User support is a major facet of this position. The availability of the systems and applications are critical to the function of the business and the user community and therefore must be monitored on an on-going basis to ensure problem free use and smooth operation through training, guidance, and ongoing support when problems are encountered. Feedback from users is critical to enhancing system administration. This position must promote and use that feedback to improve the service provided.
If qualified and interested in this position, please call 312-424-0300 and reference job number 5264.

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Posted on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 permalink.


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