Senior Security Consultant in Chicago, IL

VeriSign's Global Security Consulting Technical Services Practice provides a broad range of consulting and forensic accounting services to attorneys and other parties involved in litigation, arbitration or mediation and other alternative dispute resolution forums, as well as fraud investigations. Specialty practice areas include business interruption, investigation services, intellectual property disputes, economic and financial analysis, and insurance claims services.

The Technical Services Practice gathers, interprets, and analyzes massive volumes of data and applies financial, statistical, accounting, and computer forensics skills to provide cost-effective, proactive strategies and solutions to complex business disputes. In addition, we provide quantitative analytic solutions in instances where facts are at issue and the answers are buried in voluminous, complex collections of transactional data. We do so by developing the information management systems which allow our clients to manage that data so they can rely upon it to make informed decisions.

The Technical Services practice provides its consultants with the opportunity to work on a variety of engagements across all major industries. We currently offer the following services to our legal and corporate clients in each of our offices:

? Digital Discovery / Computer Forensics
??Financial Data Analysis
? E-Mail / Electronic Data Investigations
??Fraud Detection / Disbursement Analysis
? Litigation Support Analysis
? Software Licensing Management
? Cybercrime Prevention & Response
? Electronic Document Retention Consulting
? Information Technology Expert Services
??Bankruptcy Claims Management
? Business Application Development, including engagement extranets

Education Required
Bachelors Degree required. Educational background in computer science / MIS, or other technical disciplines, is required. Strong analytical and database development skills are required. Technical certifications, or demonstrated progress towards certifications, in the aforementioned technical areas are beneficial.

Travel Requirements:
Extensive travel within and outside the United States is often required; incoming professionals should expect at least 50% travel. Many GSC engagements occur with little advance notice and are of indeterminate duration, requiring significant flexibility on behalf of our consultants.

Other Key Requirements:
* 3-5 years of experience providing technology consulting services focusing on database development, application development, and/or computer forensics in a law enforcement or Big 4 environment.
*5+ years of professional working experience.
* Experience with any of the following products / tools is beneficial: Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server, Visual Basic, Microsoft Access, SQL, Encase, Microsoft Exchange or Lotus Notes/Domino.
We welcome candidates with distinguished professional achievement, a high level of personal integrity, a high level of energy, a commitment to teamwork, and a strong desire to learn. Ability to work under tight deadlines is required. Our selection process weights heavily towards the well-rounded professional who demonstrates strong leadership and technical skills in addition to being able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability to work in team environments and client-facing situations, are essential.
* Experience in a litigation environment is considered a plus.


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Freelance Desktop Publishers Needed for Downtown Projects! in CHICAGO, IL

We have several clients in the Chicago Downtown area that are looking for desktop publishing help! Our clients need desktop publishers who have experience as document specialists for high volume companies. Must have experience formatting documents, creating power point presentations and meeting deadlines.<br/><br/>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: Must be an expert in Power Point and Word. Must know Quark, Illustrator and Photoshop. Must have at least 2+ years preparing and producing documents. Must have experience working in a corporate setting.

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Network Administrator in CHICAGO, IL

Our client currently seeks a Jr. Network Administrator for a "Contract-to-Hire" opportunity.

This is a company of 500 people, with 100 in IT. You will be working with cutting-edge/ bleeding edge technologies, with new operating system that has never been tested before.

Job Description: The client is looking for someone who knows Linux, Windows and networking (routing).

This is a company of 500 people,with 100 in IT. You will be working with cutting-edge/bleeding edge technologies, with a new operating system that has never been tested before. You will frequently be challenged with technical problems that need to be resolved asap. Training will be provided.

Environment is very fast-paced. There are over 500 network notes and Ethernet; WAN links, T-1, E-1, DS3, dark fiber.

Team of 3-4 people.

Skills required:

- Linux and Windows knowledge;

- Shell Scripting is required.


Cisco knowledge/experience helpful, not required.

Salary range is: $40,000 to $55,000 + bonus (20%), + FULL BENEFITS

REPLY TO: mcgstb @ netscape .n e t

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Location: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS
Compensation: Salary range is: $40,000 to $55,000 + bonus (20%), + FULL BENEFITS
Experience: REPLY TO: mcgstb @ netscape .n e t

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Cisco Network Administrator in Chicago, IL

Our client currently seeks a Cisco Network Administrator for a "Contract-to-Hire" opportunity.

This is a company of 500 people, with 100 in IT. You will be working with cutting-edge/ bleeding

edge technologies, with new operating system that has never been tested before.

You will frequently be challenged with deep technical problems that need to be resolved asap.

It is Cisco-TAC (call for help), level 3 equivalent support.

Environment is very fast- paced. There are over 500 network nodes and Ethernet; WAN links,

T-1, E-1, DS3, dark fiber.

Team of 3-4 people.

Expected hours of operation and stand-by/on-call: 40-50 hour work week and 24/7 on -call every other week.

Skills required:


- 4 years of experience as Cisco network admin; strong Cisco knowledge.

- deep understanding of routing, OSPF, BGP, and EIGRP;

- good understanding of debugging, IP routing and multicast routing.

- some Linux/Unix knowledge (commands)

- CCNP/CCNA certifications

Salary range is: $80,000 to $95,000 + bonus (20%), + FULL BENEFITS

REPLY TO: mcgstb @ netscape .n e t

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Experience: REPLY TO: mcgstb @ netscape .n e t

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Microsoft CRM Development Manager (2157) in Chicago, IL

Microsoft CRM Development Manager

OPPORTUNITY:
Under its core purpose of "Building Value with Values," Crowe Chizek and Company LLC (www.crowechizek.com) provides innovative business solutions in the areas of assurance, benefit plan services, financial advisory, forensic services, performance services, risk consulting and tax consulting. Crowe Chizek, a Crowe Group LLP entity, was founded in 1942. One of the top 10 public accounting and consulting firms in the United States, Crowe also serves clients worldwide as a leading independent member of the Horwath International global professional services organization.

The world leaders in technology products and process systems recognize Crowe Chizek as a leading consulting firm in helping clients develop and implement technology solutions to solve business issues. Our technology consulting practice has been helping clients maximize their technology investments by enhancing legacy systems and implementing new Web and network applications and processes that build shareholder value, improve performance and create competitive advantage. We provide services in areas such as industry specific applications, system integration and business processes. We also help clients select or develop systems or processes and assist them in the implementation. There is a tremendous opportunity to learn just in terms of Croweâ??s growth and stability, have challenging client work, and work with a high quality team.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Crowe Chizek is looking for a MS CRM application consultant at the Manager level for the Performance Group in our Indianapolis, IN or Oak Brook, IL office. The position requirements include CRM project management, requirements definition and design, general business process consulting, business analysis, installation, configuration, requirements gathering, training and technical development/programming.

QUALIFICATIONS:
The following skills are required:
â?¢ CRM application usage / consulting expereince
â?¢ Strong process improvmenet / consulting experience
â?¢ Microsoft .NET development (especially C#, ASP.NET, and VB.NET)
â?¢ Javascript
â?¢ Basic adminsitration of Microsoft Windows 2003 Server
â?¢ Basic project management skills
â?¢ Basic business anlysis skills
â?¢ Excellent communication (oral and written)
â?¢ Microsoft SQL Server Development and Adminsitration

The following skills are highly desired, but not required:
â?¢ SharePoint technical experience
â?¢ SQL Integratoin Services and/or BizTalk Server development experience
â?¢ SQL Reporting Services report development
â?¢ SQL Analytical Services development
â?¢ Custom application requirements definition and design
â?¢ Experience with company Sales, Marketing, and/or Customer Service processes

* THIS POSITION REQUIRES TRAVEL.

EOE
M/F/D/V



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Peoplesoft Allocation Tuner in Chicago, IL

PeopleSoft Allocation Tuner/Lead Designer



Full Description:



The PeopleSoft Allocation Tuner/Lead Designer will be responsible for organizing and leading the performance enhancement effort associated with the implementation of Allocations for a PeopleSoft Financials 9.0 implementation for a client that produces a large quantity of journal entries. This includes the definition of the performance tuning methodology for the project, organization and scheduling of a multi-phased approach for performance testing, gathering and analysis of results from the testing efforts, recommendation of modifications to enhance performance, and presentation of recommendations to project and upper company management. Due to the high visibility of this project and the concern for acceptable performance, this person must be able to interact and communicate in a clear, concise, effective, and highly professional manner. This role also requires that the candidate be technically savvy in the areas of PeopleCode development and tuning, Application Engine development and tuning, SQL development and tuning, and Oracle Database Administration, as it is expected that he/she will be assisting in the implementation of his/her recommendations for modifications to enhance performance. Knowledge of PeopleSoft Financials, in particular General Ledger and/or Allocations, is a plus




Experience: call for details, Additional Rqmts: This role also requires that the candidate be technically savvy in the areas of PeopleCode development and tuning, Application Engine development and tuning, SQL development and tuning, and Oracle Database Administratio

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ETL Developer (Job# 13391) in Chicago, IL

Job Decription:
- Partners with stake holders, business analysts, systems analyst and team members to understand business requirement and correlate potential technology solutions that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions.
- These solutions must be aligned with business and IT strategies and comply with the organizations architectural standards.
- Involved in the full systems life cycle and may be responsible for all or part of designing, developing, testing, implementing and supporting applications software that is delivered on time, within approved budget and in line with business objectives.
- Makes recommendations towards the development of new software or reuse of existing software.
- Assists/participates in component and data architecture design, performance engineering, product evaluation and buy vs. build recommendations.
- Create and maintain ETL design
- Develop and maintain ETL layer according to the project schedule and as defined by the source code manager
- Identifying and mitigating issues and risks
- Provide system design estimates for change requests including enhancements, test defects and production defects
- Provide assessment for both production and test defects
Experience: Skills Required: - Experience integrating the components of the client technology platform including MQ, J2EE, Websphere, Oracle, Informatica and cognos - Ability to effectively adapt to rapidly changing the technology and apply it to business needs

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BI Developer (Job# 13392) in Chicago, IL

Job Description:
- Partners with stake holders, business analysts, systems analyst and team members to understand business requirement and correlate potential technology solutions that drive the analysis and design of quality technical solutions.
- These solutions must be aligned with business and IT strategies and comply with the organizations architectural standards.
- Involved in the full systems life cycle and may be responsible for all or part of designing, developing, testing, implementing and supporting applications software that is delivered on time, within approved budget and in line with business objectives.
- Makes recommendations towards the development of new software or reuse of existing software.
- Assists/participates in component and data architecture design, performance engineering, product evaluation and buy vs. build recommendations.
- Create and maintain BI design
- Develop and maintain BI layer according to the project schedule
- Identifying and mitigating issues and risks
- Provide system design estimates for change requests including enhancements, test defects and production defects
- Provide assessment for both production and test defects
Experience: Skills Required: - Experience integrating the components of the client technology platform including MQ, J2EE, Websphere, Oracle, Informatica and cognos. - Ability to effectively adapt to rapidly changing the technology and apply it to business needs

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Senior Graphic and User Interface Developer in Chicago, IL

My downtown client, a cutting- edge web technology company that has recently gone public, is looking for a Senior Interface Design and Graphics Developer to join their team on a full- time basis. The UI Developer will be involved in the complete product development lifecycle of web interfaces, including participation in requirements gathering, application design, developing code, testing, deployment and maintenance.
Experience: Candidates MUST HAVE extensive web-based development experience in JavaScript, DHTML, CSS, XML, and Macromedia Flash. The successful UI Developer should also have an eye for interface design and a strong sense of innovation and ownership. Experience with Ajax and .NET development a plus, but not required. They must also be able to work well with stakeholders on the business side to ensure solutions meet their needs.

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Security Consultant - PCI in Chicago, IL

A Senior Consultant possesses mid to advanced Level knowledge and experience in information security and/or relevant information technology best practices and standards with a heavy concentration on testing and evaluating technical controls or regulatory or best practices gap analysis.

Functional Responsibilities and Skills

-Ability to perform project tasks with little or no supervision.
-Contribute a significant piece of a project deliverable.
-Ability to create detailed, professional documentation to be delivered to client.
-Able to create and recommend remediation for components of security policies. -Provide specific recommendations for a clients business or technical issues. (Example: Lack of or enforcement of a password policy.)
-Understanding of PCI and one more regulatory area including, but not limited to:
*PCI (Visa CISP, MasterCard SDP, Discover DISC, Amex DSOP)
*ISO 17799/BS 7799
*GLBA
*HIPAA
-Understands the creation, management, and oversight of Information Security Programs, Business Continuity Planning and Change Control functions for Information Services
-Familiar with retail information security challenges a plus
-Excellent written and verbal communications.

Technical Responsibilities and Skills

-Deep technical problem / resolution skills
-Mid to advanced level infrastructure or security design capabilities for environments that include 10 to 20 security devices, processes or applications.
-Mid to advanced level systems administration (UNIX, Windows, or mainframe)
-Knowledge with different application architectures and platforms, their development challenges, their control configurations, and their inherent security strengths and weaknesses (e.g., ColdFusion, J2EE, .Net)
-Mid to advanced level network administration (thorough protocol experience)
*Firewalls
*IDS/IPS Systems
*Enterprise level network architecture
-Mid to advanced level security knowledge
*Internet attack anatomy
*Perimeter protection strategies
*Security Policy structure
-Mid to advanced level methods knowledge of one of the following:
*Penetration testing (network, system and application)
*Application development
*Policy Development
-Ability to travel as needed

Educational Requirements

-Bachelor of Science or equivalent experience;
-At least two technical certification such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, CCNA, CCDA, CCSA, GIAC.


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IT Audit Manager (1300) in Chicago, IL

Under its core purpose of "Building Value with Values,"Crowe Chizek and Company LLC (www.crowechizek.com) provides innovative business solutions in the areas of assurance, benefit plan services, financial advisory, forensic services, performance services, risk consulting and tax consulting. Crowe Chizek, a Crowe Group LLP entity, was founded in 1942. One of the top 10 public accounting and consulting firms in the United States, Crowe also serves clients worldwide as a leading independent member of the Horwath International global professional services organization.

IT Audit Manager

Crowe Chizek's National Business Risk Consulting and Internal Audit Services provide corporate governance consulting, enterprise wide risk management services, internal audit consulting, and partnering and outsourcing services throughout the U.S. Skilled professionals within this group provide their expertise to specific client needs in a wide variety of corporate governance, risk management and internal audit disciplines. The Risk Management/Internal Audit practice develops solutions that demonstrate an impact on organizations that add value and improve performance.

The IT Audit Manager functions at a high level with clients as a business advisor, handling multiple engagements and serving as a mentor to younger, less experienced colleagues. This role will work closely with clients to develop comprehensive work plans that will review Firm's systems processes and assess any business risks that may exist. In addition, this role will function as a key project leader in executing the systems audit plans supporting SOX Section 404 internal control documentation and provide detailed and well thought out recommendations regarding improvement of business systems to ensure all noted deficiencies are addressed.

The selected candidate will have at least 4-7 years of solid experience in systems auditing, preferably in a public accounting environment or Fortune 500 Corporate
experience, functional knowledge of business processes and expertise in at least one ERP System (SAP, Peoplesoft, JD Edwards) is required. Must have completed application reviews, analyzing process controls of applications including application level security. An undergraduate degree in Accounting, Technology or related field required. CISA is preferred.



EOE
M/F/D/V



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Oracle DBA in Chicago, IL

Overtime Exempt: Yes



Full Description: This staff member completes the following activities:



1) Performs senior level database administration for Oracle/MS-SQL Server databases. Performs day to day monitoring, optimizing, and developer support for creation of databases, tables, indexes, and other database objects. Builds backup and recovery jobs.



2) Works closely with senior developers and logical data modelers to perform physical database design for complex business applications/databases with large numbers of interfaces and users.



3) Troubleshoots and resolves complex database problems.



4) Recommends implementation technology to developers.



5) Conducts performance analysis of applications and database management systems.



6) Reviews application designs for compliance with Production acceptance requirements.



7) Thoroughly understands and complies with IT policies and procedures, especially those for quality and productivity standards that enable the team to meet established client service levels. Thoroughly understands and complies with Information Security policies and procedures. Verifies deliverables meet Information Security requirements.



8) Participates in special projects and performs other related duties as assigned.



1) Undergraduate degree in a related field or the equivalent combination of training and experience, with a computer science degree, preferred



2) Five years' DBA experience, including two years experience implementing Oracle database solutions, preferred



3) Strong written and oral communication skills



4) Strong analysis and problem solving skills



5) Advanced knowledge of the following DBA practices and concepts: - Database monitoring, optimizing, and maintenance - Database logs and bug lists - Advanced knowledge of one or more IT platforms: - Microsoft Windows NT - UNIX (Solaris) 6) Advanced knowledge of current versions of the following: - Microsoft Office Suite - Oracle 9i, Oracle 10g


Experience: call for details, Additional Rqmts: 80% Oracle and 20% MS SQL Server, versions 2000 or 2005, 2007 is not a requirement





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Project Manager in Chicago, IL

Ajilon Consulting has been a premier provider of information technology (IT) business solutions since 1969. With over 50 offices in North America and 10,000 employees worldwide, Ajilon Consulting is a company full of opportunities and exciting new challenges.



*We are currently for a highly experienced PROJECT MANAGER/ program manager to control and keep track of projects which span many different teams throughout the project lifecycle.

*From Scope/Requirements gathering to UAT and production, there we need to have a holistic approach to program management which will follow the project from initial prioritization to delivery.

*To this end a program manager to lead and build a small team of approximately 3 to keep all projects within client's transparent, and on schedule.




Experience: 1. Minimum of 5 - 7 years experience with expertise in managing all phases of systems development from concept through implementation and maintenance.

2. Overall responsibility for structuring a project, performing the detailed planning, and managing project execution and completion of moderate or large projects.

3. Defines the phase deliverables, tracks milestones and incurred expenses versus planned expenses, schedules roles and resources, evaluates risks and recommends contingency plans.

4. Manages the development of the technical strategy. Assigns resources and tasks, and manages quality assurance, resolution of issues, status reviews and reporting, development of standards, change control, customer support, and compliance with all policies and procedures.

5. Able to facilitate workshops such as JAD, RAD and DRP sessions.

6. Excellent communication skills

7. Excellent planning skills with ability to work with groups build comprehensive plans.

8. Ability to influence project teams for schedules, priority and scope

9. Good grasp of investment management process

10. Good grasp of operational aspects of investment management process

11. Detail oriented

12. Ability to lead a team of project managers

13. Excellent follow through

14. Proven project/program management skills.

15.Excellent grasp of development process

16. Good estimation skills for development and operational tasks.





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