Great Financial Institution, located in the Chicago Loop, is currently seeking a 2+ year BMC Patrol Administrator to maintain and develop custom Patrol KMs for various applications, and to manage all Patrol agent machines for proper functionality. Candidate will manage and improve the Patrol and Perform consoles (menu structures, notification standards, etc.), as well as assist with administrative duties for additional UNIX-based applications: Filenet/P8, Remedy, Control-M, Control-D, TME NetView, and SAS.

Qualifications:
-Previous related work experience to include technical support/troubleshooting experience on UNIX and/or Windows operating systems
-The applicant must have excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills as well as superior interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
-Proven experience in working directly with technical users
-Proven experience in working within a group setting as well as managing stressful situations
-Proven experience with standard MS-Office tools including Excel; MS-Project and MS-Access as well as UNIX systems administration experience would be a strong plus
-Degree in Computer Science or a related field is preferred
--depth experience with BMC's Patrol software (running on Unix/Windows platforms).
-Expertise with other BMC products (Perform, Remedy, Control-M, Control-D) is a plus, as is familiarity with shell and Perl scripting

Experience: See Above. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Renowned company in Chicagos loop area is looking for a BMC Patrol systems admin who has 2+ years of experience with BMC Patrol in a Unix environment. This person will be responsible for installing, enhancing, tuning, and maintaining BMC Patrol and Perform as well as support other Unix based applications such as Perform, Remedy, Control-M and Control-D consoles. The company is currently running 3.6 and is in the process of upgrading to 7.14.

Responsibilities:
Maintain and develop custom Patrol KMs for various applications; manage all Patrol agent machines for proper functionality.
In conjunction with Operations, manage and improve the Patrol and Perform consoles (menu structures, notification standards, etc.)
Assist with administrative duties for additional UNIX-based applications: Filenet/P8, Remedy, Control-M, Control-D, TME NetView, and SAS.
Assist with administrative duties related to other UNIX/Oracle utilities as needed.
Handle major projects from start to finish, including the development of detailed timelines and task lists, as will as providing complete supporting documentation.

Qualifications:
Previous related work experience to include technical support/troubleshooting experience on UNIX and/or Windows operating systems
The applicant must have excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills as well as superior interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
Proven experience in working directly with technical users.
Proven experience in working within a group setting as well as managing stressful situations.
Proven experience with standard MS-Office tools including Excel; MS-Project and MS-Access as well as UNIX systems administration experience would be a strong plus.
A degree in Computer Science or a related field is preferred
In-depth experience with BMC's Patrol software (running on Unix/Windows platforms).
Expertise with other BMC products (Perform, Remedy, Control-M, Control-D) is a plus, as is familiarity with shell and Perl scripting.

Experience: BMC, BMC Patrol, BMC Perform, Unix To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Responsible for Software builds using CleraCase or CVS Software Releases Administering the groups SCM System and managing ClearCase for the group Managing Various Testing Environments Good at Perl and Shell Scripting Knowledge of Make or Ant
Experience: Clearcase
ANT
Shell/Perl Scripting To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

OVERVIEW: Aon is a global leader in risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human capital and management consulting, and outsourcing with more than 55,000 employees in 600 offices.

POSITION OVERVIEW: Currently, we have an excellent career opportunity for a Director, IT Global Services with Combined Insurance Company of America, a wholly owned subsidiary of Aon Corporation located in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Direct the operations of Aon Insurance Underwriting companies Global Messaging, WAN, Security, Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity plans. Develop, enhance and publish security information, security strategy, policy, governance processes and best practices and guidelines. Monitor compliance with security standards to ensure systems controls are successful at providing adequate security to data, hardware, software and applications. Design and administer programs to include policies, standards, guidelines, training programs and viable quality assurance process for disaster recovery and business continuity programs. Direct administration and coordination of global messaging systems. Plans, develops, documents, and implement enhancements to messaging network. Provide support and consultation to remote locations or clients in order to identify requirements and configuration resources. Maintain regular checks on the global messing systems and resolve or escalate problems as required. Direct global WAN activities, primarily for Strategic planning and design of data, video and image telecommunications systems globally. Audit systems (globally) to ensure messaging standards are being maintained and systems are secure. Ensure long-term strategic planning requirements include planning for remote hardware and communications facilities; development and installation and support. Create reports for management measuring availability, capacity, and other statistics to insure maximum processing capabilities due to growth, etc. In performance of position, employs extremely strong managerial skills, analytical abilities and excellent interpersonal skills. Communicate and coordinate with upper management within various business units that process at Aon's Insurance Underwriting Data Center the technology that's needed to support their production environments. Investigate and evaluate ideas to reduce expenses in the business units and in the global environment.

REQUIRED education: BA/BS or equivalent. Security, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, Messaging and WAN experience.

BENEFITS: Aon offers: Competitive Compensation, Exceptional Benefits, Continuing Education & Training, A Unique Internal Advancement Program, and Tremendous Potential with A Growing Worldwide Organization. For more information about Aon Corporation, visit our website at www.aon.com. Aon is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. M/F/D/V Experience: REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE:Minimum 8-10 years experience in largely diversified technical environment. Experience as senior level IT manager with comprehensive knowledge of Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, Messaging, WAN and Security technology and processes. Solid, proven experience in extracting business requirements and formulating technical solutions to provide quality solutions. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

POSITION SUMMARY

The Enterprise Content Management ( ECM ) Analyst analyzes, maintains, supports, and provides training on firm ECM technologies. This position is based in Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
-Maintain production and development ECM environments for ECM application users.
-Train on the use of ECM technologies and tools which support enterprise content management needs.
-Perform system administration of ECM systems and related technologies ( ECM software, application servers, indexers, content repositories, web servers, etc. ).
-Provide technical support on assigned ECM technologies and tools, and coordinate support needs with other divisions within Information Technology ( IT ).
-Provide excellent customer service to ECM application users.
-Develop effective ECM technologies and tools that support system users.
-Report exception issues, problems or customer needs as they occur to IT management.
-Respond proactively to identified training, technical support, and customer service needs in line with IT management and business guidelines.
-Coordinate identified user technical needs with others in the Applications Development and Reporting division and throughout the ECM department.
-Document ECM issues and solutions that resolve re-occurring user requests.
-Develop materials to educate users on the use of ECM technologies.
-Participate in testing and quality assurance work for products prior to release into the production environment.
-Perform system administration tasks.
-Adhere to the highest degree of professional standards and strict confidentiality in matters that require discretion.
-Attend professional development and training sessions on a regular basis.
-Perform other job-related duties as necessary. Experience: QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
-Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field.
-3 years of demonstrated experience in a user support role.
-Experience with document management systems, record management systems, document imaging and other ECM technologies a plus.
-Experience in the professional services or accounting industry a plus.
-Ability to work with minimal supervision.
-Strong troubleshooting skills.
-Experience performing application testing.
-Ability to integrate procedural steps and processes with technical requirements and system functions to ensure successful delivery of work.
-Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communications skills.
-Strong training and presentation skills in individual and group settings.
-Proven ability to effectively multitask with strong attention to detail.
-Team oriented, flexible and able to work in a changing work environment
-Advanced knowledge of MS Word.
-Experience with MS Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, SQL Server and internet technologies.
-Reports to the ECM Manager who is a member of the Applications Development and Reporting division in the ECM department.
-Ability to work additional hours as needed. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

We are currently seeking to fill a Technical Specialist - Oracle Applications DBA position for our client in Chicago, IL. We invite you to review the position requirements below and apply today if your skills match our need.

Responsibilities:
- Install, patch, upgrade, configure, tune, and maintain the Oracle 11i E-business suite and 9i databases.
- Provide level 2 support (24x7) for the production environment, which includes high-volume business-critical applications.
- Collaborate with system and network administrators.
- Install system enhancements and assist in hardware, software, and data utilization analysis to ensure maximum efficiency and effective use.
- Participate in the design, implementation, and testing of the disaster recover procedures.
- Provide DBA support for custom application development efforts.
- Limited travel may be required

Requirements:
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Has initiative and is self-disciplined
- Knowledge of business and technical environments
- Hands on experience with Oracle 9i database management systems and overall Oracle technical environment
- Experience with Oracle 11i applications (Financial, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, HRMS)
- Experience with physical database design, writing Oracle stored procedures, and designing and creating indices
- Understanding of data modeling concepts

Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with application development
- Has either Oracle database 8i or 9i certification
- Experience with Oracles Real Application Cluster (RAC), creating standby databases, and working with high-availability cluster solutions
- Experience with Oracle RMAN, Oracle 10gAS, Oracle Enterprise Manager
- Experience in leading projects

Education/Years of Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years IT experience
- 4 years of Oracle database administration
- 2 years of Oracle applications administration
- 2 years of UNIX
- 2 years PL/SQL coding
- 1 year of Oracle 11i applications administration
- Minimum of 2 years experience working in a large organization
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science or Information Systems, or equivalent work experience
- Must be able to work some weekends, nights, and holidays

Apply now if your skills and experience are a good match for the position and remember this: At Harvey Nash, the door to opportunity is always wide open. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Several Business System Resilience Architect positions available that allow you to live anywhere in the US and work on some of the largest, most complex IT operations. Youll work with the most senior IT executives at some of the largest Fortune companies. Your career visibility and quality of experience cant be duplicated anywhere else. This is a career maker, but the bar is high. If you meet the following qualifications, well get back to you right away.

Youll need in-depth knowledge of leading-edge Business Resilience products and technology along with industry and business skills to influence your clients. This includes leading technical workshops, providing technical direction and product quality technical architecture documentation. The key role includes responsibility for designing end-to-end Business Resilience solutions for client environments.

This means being capable of translating client business requirements into appropriate business resilience solutions, considering all aspects of availability, recoverability, scalability and security. Must be able to identify the impact business requirements and resilience solutions will have on the client's environment, across the layers of Business Resilience (i.e. strategy, vision, organization, processes, applications and data, technology and facilities). Additionally you will oversee all technical aspects of Business Resilience Engagements, making sure that the overall client vision is achieved and any technical issues are addressed. Experience: Here is a summary of what you must have before being considered. Please review carefully and submit your resume only if you meet all of the following criteria:

? Experienced at designing end-to-end Business Resilience solutions for client environments, high availability).
? Capable of translating client business requirements into appropriate business resilience solutions, considering all aspects of availability, recoverability, scalability and security.
? Able to identify the impact business requirements and resilience solutions will have on a client's environment, across the layers of Business Resilience (i.e. strategy, vision, organization, processes, applications and data, technology and facilities). To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

The Director of Web Properties will collaborate closely with the web, marketing, sales, practice and IT organizations to deliver a world class global website and applications with an industry leading user experience. The role reports to the Vice President, Global Marketing,
The Director of Web Properties will be responsible for leading customer and internal-facing web projects including leadership of the cross-functional project teams, completion/coordination of the project deliverables and coordination/tracking of the project timelines. The primary project for 2007 is a re-design of Aon's web properties.
Expectations for the role include: leading Aon's internal and external web properties teams to drive optimized performance across various global web sites; managing web programs to drive efficient traffic and conversion; working with colleagues in Aon offices around the globe to ensure effective implementation of their web marketing programs; ensuring consistency of representation of the Aon brand; and keeping all site content accurate and up-to-date.

The ideal candidate is strategic and analytical possessing the ability to see the 'big picture,' prioritizing initiatives accordingly, and has the quantitative skills and metrics knowledge to support decision-making. His/her persuasive written, verbal and presentation skills are superior. He/she thrives in a collaborative team environment, and has the ability to motivate across all levels and functional areas of the company while juggling competing projects, deadlines, and customers. He/she must have an ability to be a cross-functional player, be able to manage internally diverse teams of content owners and external agencies to successful outcomes.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Collaborate/Communicate with senior business, marketing, and IT leadership team
- Collaborate/Communicate with Web design and development team (Producers, Design & Production, IT).
- Understand, prioritize, staff and schedule individual web projects
- Understand and communicate technical and functional requirements
- Guide teams through System Development Lifecycle
- Guide managers through project issue identification, escalation and resolution (functional and technical)
- Report project status to senior level executives
Knowledge and Skills:
- Experience managing multiple business partners and third-party vendors for web-based development
- Experience identifying and prioritizing key project objectives, risks, drivers and dependencies
- Experience creating scoping documents, functional and technical requirements documents, use case documentation, functional and technical specifications, status reports, QA test plans etc
- Experience leading large cross-functional steering committee team meetings
- Strong presentation skills (executive level)
- Exceptional facilitation skills and ability to gain group/team consensus
- Strong interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills
- Strong work ethic; extremely organized and detail oriented
- Experience managing and maintaining project budgets
- Ability to recommend and implement process improvements, policies and best practices
- Demonstrated ability to lead a technically diverse team of individuals in the creation of world class, industry leading products and commercial services
- Experience including strong understanding of marketing, product development, product management and project management
- Strong analytical skills and solid understanding of key metrics that drive top and bottom line
Experience required:
o 10 years of high-profile web project management experience.
o 10 years packaged/custom web application development background.
o Experience formulating project level ROI (capitalized projects a plus).
o Consulting/Professional services background required.
o Familiarity with Web products such as ColdFusion, Dreamweaver, Flash, Vignette, TeamSite a plus To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

My downtown client seeks a Java Developer to join their team on a full- time basis. The company is a very dynamic, fast- growing organization with a start- up mentality. The ideal candidate will be aggressive and come in ready to make an immediate impact. Experience: Candidates should have 2+ years of real- world Java development experience. We need developers who have experience writing production- quality Java software and also have experience setting up an Application Server (Tomcat), and setting up and working with a relational database (MySQL). Some experience developing in a Linux/UNIX environment, as well as experience with open source frameworks (Struts, Spring, Hibernate) are desired. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Located in the heart of Chicago's loop, our client is seeking a Senior .Net Developer that will be responsible for implementation of applications, designs and architectures, as well as code reviews. For a senior developer this is an exciting opportunity to be a part of one of the nation's fastest growing companies. Experience: Ideal candidate will have 4 years of professional experience developing web sites and web applications using Microsoft Technologies. Proficiency with .NET (ASP.NET, VB.NET and/or C#, web services), ASP, HTML/DHTML, VBScript, JavaScript, IIS, SQL Server, VB, ActiveX/COM, XML, OOD/OOP is required. Programming experience with AJAX, C++ a plus. You do not need to have a Bachelor's Degree, but it is prefered. If your background meets these requirments and you are interested in learning more about the opportunity, please call Mike directly at 312.616.7974 or email your resume to . To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Responsible for the orderly movement of software
from development through user acceptance testing
into production. Responsible for application
packaging in the NT environment to enhance the
integrity of the software promotion process.

This resource type provides analytical,
technical, business and management expertise to
the group and completes assignments which require
this expertise. The resource may be required to
lead teams of up to 10 professionals or
operations personnel. This resource will respond
and resolve issues beyond standard management
requests as well as using independent judgment to
make decisions where no clear precedents exist.
This level should typically be used for a senior
or lead level resource.


Experience: CRM Core Services will build the procedures for
updating and accessing the data and incorporating
Visibility & Entitlements (V&E) requirements for
restricting data access.

Required Skills: ClearCase, Oracle, Oracle CDE/Developer, PL/SQL, SQL To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Smartsource, Inc. a nationwide technical staffing agency is looking for a ITIL Consultant.


START DATE: ASAP!

DURATION: 3-Months

LOCATION: Chicago, IL

COMPENSATION: Negotiable



Job Summary:

Our client needs someone to help them with their ITIL (Information Technology Internet Library) processes for definition, development, and implementation using Unicenter.



Job Duties:

Ability to practically apply ITIL concepts to their environment transform process requirements into functional specifications for the Help Desk application develop procedures and policies.



If interested in this contract-to-hire position, please email your updated resume with hourly requirements to .


Brian Vitale
Smartsource Inc
Direct line: (630) 818-1060
email: To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Responsible for the management of technical
project(s) or program teams from initiation
through implementation, includes: planning,
analysis, design development and implementation.
Provides overall direction for establishing
project requirements, priorities and deadlines.
Integrates project plans into Program Plans.
Establishes roles and responsibilities within the
core program team. Allocates and coordinates
resources (staff, equipment, vendors and
consultants) across one or more projects.
Manages budget for assigned project(s), develops
and monitors project/program plan(s), and adjusts
resources and priorities accordingly. Aligns
business unit, technical development and support
organizations. Establishes program communication
plan across the businesses, regions, support and
technology groups. Prepares and presents
progress reports for senior management.

This resource type demonstrates in-depth technical
knowledge specifically related to competitiveness
and success of assigned business unit as well as
making decisions requiring creative and
innovative approaches. This resource manages a
diverse and complex suite of projects
simultaneously. Typically advisory level
resources are considered to be reputed masters of
their craft.

Experience: Will need to perform triage analysis of our
Secure eMail platform (a vendor product) in order
to provide a stability solution until new
environment is available. Platform consists of
UNIX, Windows, SMTP, Notes, MQ, Oracle, and
Iplanet components.

Strong knowledge of system architecture,
ability to apply different technologies to solve
problems.
Team member who can work independently to meet
deliverables in a fast paced
environment
Expertise in the following areas

UNIX Solaris
Hardware and software installation and
support.
Strong troubleshooting skills
Shell Scripting
Network infrastructure, SAN, NAS Load Balancer
and DMZ technology .
Understanding of the TCP stack, Firewalls,
NATs
Designs systems and network configurations for
optimum performance along with troubleshooting
and problem resolutions.
Documents and maintains hardware, software and
network standards. UNIX Architecture Design,
implementation and support. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Technology Solutions Firm located in Downtown Chicago is currently seeking an experienced SAN Administrator with Mainframe Storage experience.

Candidates need 5 years of experience with DFSMS, DFHSM, DFDSS, FDR, ICF Catalog, Space and Allocation Management Tools, CA-1, HSC, Mainstar Backup and Recovery, Virtual Tape Management Software. Any GDPS or CDPS is a big plus.

Excellent communication skills.

Experience: See above. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Our client is currently looking for an ASP.Net, C# programmer analyst to develop new applications and modify and maintain existing applications. Must have 2+ years of development background and experience with SQL SVR 2000 back end. Company is expanding quickly and the opportunity to advance is great.

All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada. Experience: Advanced ASP.net, Advanced MS SQL Server, Advanced .Net C#, None, None None. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

We seek an experienced Programmer Analyst for a long-term (2 year) contract assignment located in Chicago, IL. You will use your Visual C++ (running on Unix) coding skills as you assist with the creation of a new customer facing application that will enable search capabilities for 100+ GB of SGML content that is organized into multiple domain specific publications. You will also assist with the transition of data/content and functionality as the application is eventually converted to a new platform. The selected candidate will have very strong VC++ coding skills on a Unix platform. If you have these skills and would like to lend them to a high-stakes project apply today. Submitting your resume will get you immediate consideration. Local candidate only please.
Experience: 5+ years of Visual C++ in a UNIX environment experience is strictly required. SQL. To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here