Our client, a major financial company, is looking for a Senior UNIX Systems Administrator to be responsible for basic administration, system installation/configuration, security and installation of 3rd party software.The essential functions of the consultant position include, but are not limited to: Evaluate, install, debug, audit, maintain and document UNIX server farms and optimizes UNIX operating systems, and applications; Provide 1st, 2nd and some 3rd tier support for corporate systems and user applications including participating in Shift Desk support; Assist in managing the OS test, release, and push process; Automate configuration, monitoring, and asserting the state of production servers network equipment, and storage; Participate in 24x7 support delivery model; Support and implement system standards, processes and security to maintain corporate IT standards; Maintain, updates and audits system documentation; Add and maintain users on the network; assign application access, ensure security, and maintain their configuration are within standards; Train users in applications and UNIX fundamentals; Analyze project needs or requirements and recommends systems; Maintain and communicate project plans and status updates and other duties as assigned. This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.
<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: The ideal candidate requires 4+ years UNIX systems administration experience in large financial services or trading industry environments of more than 500 servers, more than 1000 users, and more than 10 terabytes of disk storage. Strong knowledge and experience in UNIX scripting, automation, and architecture in large production server environment are required. Candidates must have experience with more than one UNIX based operating system, experience with non-UNIX operating systems (Windows, Macintosh OS or VMS) and experience with inter networking UNIX and other operation systems with Windows. Storage area network (SAN) configuration experience is an asset. This position requires strong analytical and problem solving skills, flexibility and open-mindedness. Demonstrated ability to pay attention to details, strong inter-personal and communication skills; ability to write purchase justifications, train users in complex topics, make presentations to an internal audience, and interact positively with upper management are required. Independent problem solving, self-direction, ability to plan, document, install and effectively implement complex server software across heterogeneous server and networking environments required.

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At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... We're also part of Paris-based Publicis Groupe, the world's fourth-largest marketing and communications company.



As a member of the Arc Worldwide team, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact on a wide array of marketing practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



Purpose

The Software Engineer (SE) is responsible for design and development of transactional and visual web applications, and for owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development and documentation tasks and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The SE's other responsibilities include project estimation for small projects, enhancements, and maintenance efforts and providing detailed documentation. The SE position reports directly to a Software Engineering Manager (SEM).



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1.2 - 4 years of Java and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications. This particular position will favor Microsoft.NET.

2.Thorough familiarity with Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

3.For Java Positions Only: Thorough knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

4.For Java Positions Only: Experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

5.For Java Positions Only : Experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate

6.For Microsoft.NET Positions Only: Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Microsoft.NET Frameworks 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 using Visual Studio.NET and the C# programming language

7.Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to web applications

8.Past involvement in software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

9.Familiarity with Agile Development methodology.

10.Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

11.Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS, SVN & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

12.Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.





Planning/Analysis

Creates architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features using UML and basic diagramming skills

Works with senior team members to determine project scope, and to accurately determine project work estimates and timelines.

Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

Creates extensive, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form.



Execution

Follows Arc World Wide development standards and guidelines.

Attends status meetings which may include all members of the project team, including project managers, user-centered design specialists, designers, QA analysts, systems architects, and hosting operations team to ensure all functional requirements of the assigned development task have been considered and can be implemented according to plan.

Ensures that development possibilities and realities are clearly communicated to project team.

Develops reusable, flexible, accurate, well-documented code for broad user base.

Works with QA Analysts as necessary to resolve issues.

Clearly documents code, testing results, and application changes in a timely fashion.

Provides maintenance of their own personal development environments.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1.Core Competency

Able to provide high levels of customer service to internal team members, particularl

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Robert Half Technology is looking for a Help Desk / Desktop Support candidate for a contract position with one of our clients. The candidate must have excellent MAC/ PC skills also should have strong communication skills. This position will be responsible for troubleshooting hardware and software issues, printers, and providing end user support. The ideal candidate for this position must be customer- service oriented, proactive in anticipating and resolving problems. This is an ongoing opportunity by Robert Half Technology.
<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: The candidate must have excellent MAC/ PC skills also should have strong communication skills.

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Are you a Project Coordinator looking to advance your career and receive free training?

If so, Join ConsultUSA Now and Obtain Free BA, PM or Technical Certifications.
One of the leading telecom companies in the Chicago, IL area has an immediate need for a full time Project Coordinator.

The candidate will work with project support to staff project team resources from factory organizations including procurement, product development and will ensure all required documentation and approvals are completed. The candidate will collaborate and negotiate with organizations to secure project resources and problem solve resource accessibility issues as well as manage a resource tracking log and provide metrics on resource provisioning intervals and service levels.

Required:
. MS Excel
. Communication and interpersonal skills
. Ability to multi-task and be detail-oriented
. Ability to facilitate team members

Desired:
. Project management
. Business objects
When Hired:
. ConsultUSA will invest in you by providing training to enable you to grow and diversify your skill set to keep abreast of the latest technologies.
. ConsultUSA will work closely with you to develop an exciting career path of your choosing, focusing on your key strengths.
. You will work within a dynamic team environment gaining invaluable experience.
. You will be a part of a growing organization focused on success and empowerment

How to Apply:
. If you are looking to take your career to the next level, please send your MS Word document with the reference number 4084 to
. For a complete listing of all our opportunities, please visit: http://www.consultusa.com
. U.S. Citizenship, Green Card or EAD Required
. Managers are short listing qualified candidates quickly


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

SmartSource is seeking a high end Cisco Consultant to assist with a project for a customer in Chicago, IL


Job Type: Contract
Duration: 3-4 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Normal Business hours
Location: STATE ST
CHICAGO, IL 60610-4631


Project Info:

We are designing our Business Continuance network so we can fail over to our backup site in case of a site outage. I am looking for an expert network engineer to provide some help with the design.

We are incorporating two Cisco redirectors, one at each site. The purpose for setting up the redirector at the backup site is to avoid the delay in having to republish our URLs in DNS.

We are also implementing 2 Cisco 5540 ASA firewalls. We want to set them up so we can failover to the other if one goes out. More Project details wil be supplied to qualified and interested Parties

Resumes should be sent to:
Rick


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

Instructions: You must include the following when applying for this position. NO EXCEPTIONS! Include your 1) current and 2) expected salary; 3) in the case of contracting engagements, you must include all employers as well as end clients on your resume. We need this information to be able to submit you to the hiring manager.
You must also include a short paragraph in the body of your email which briefly summarizes matches from your professional experience to the "Required Background/Experience" and "Major Pluses To Have" sections below. We appreciate your time in advance on this matter.
Note to H1-B candidates: You must be willing to transfer your H1. We cannot work through third-party contracting agencies holding your H1.
Summary
As a Ruby on Rails Developer, you will work collaboratively in an Agile environment with product managers, software engineers, and architects to develop our next generation of Web 2.0 products. You will write well-factored, extensible, and elegant Ruby on Rails code with a test-driven approach.
Reports to: The Applications Development Manager
Duties/Responsibilities

Actively participate in custom software development in an Agile, test-driven iterative environment
Conduct technology evaluations
Scale systems for growth, and design for different clients and roles
Design systems for high-traffic, high-availability, and monitoring
Work as part of a cross-functional team tasked to work with business stakeholders

You must possess the following qualities

Excellent communication skills
Proven ability to design and deliver solutions relevant to complex business problems
Strong motivation and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment supporting business-critical production environments

Major Pluses to have

Bachelor's degree in computer science or closely related field

All applications for this position are accepted via email. You can begin the interview process or REFER someone you know by sending us your resume and your salary history. Once you have completed the interview, your information will be sent directly to the hiring manager for decisions on the next steps. Regardless of the outcome, My ePersona will keep you updated of your status by e-mail or phone.
Experience: Required Background/Experience

1+ year(s) experience as a Ruby on Rails Developer
2+ years programming experience, predominantly in Ruby
Strong experience in Web User interface design
Strong analysis, design, and modeling skills


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

Are you a ColdFusion/PHP Web Application Developer looking to advance your career and receive free training?

If so, Join ConsultUSA Now and Obtain Free BA, PM or Technical Certifications.

One of the leading telecom companies in the Chicago, IL area has an immediate need for a full time ColdFusion/PHP Web Application Developer.

The candidate will responsible for managing appropriate hardware and software associated with a project and ensure client is compliant with standards and policies. He/she will work in lab and production environments

Required:
. PHP
. Web Application Development
. Cold Fusion
. SQL

Desired:
. Oracle
. Java
. Perl

When Hired:
. ConsultUSA will invest in you by providing training to enable you to grow and diversify your skill set to keep abreast of the latest technologies.
. ConsultUSA will work closely with you to develop an exciting career path of your choosing, focusing on your key strengths.
. You will work within a dynamic team environment gaining invaluable experience.
. You will be a part of a growing organization focused on success and empowerment

How to Apply:
. If you are looking to take your career to the next level, please send your MS Word document with the reference number 4066 to
. For a complete listing of all our opportunities, please visit: http://www.consultusa.com
. U.S. Citizenship, Green Card or EAD Required
. Managers are short listing qualified candidates quickly


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

At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Diageo, Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... We're also part of Paris-based Publicis Groupe, the world's fourth-largest marketing and communications company.



As a member of the Arc Worldwide team, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact on a wide array of marketing practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for leading efforts to deliver large, complex projects on time and within the established estimate. They may also serve as "leads" on large client accounts, working with the Account Management team to nurture client relationships and traffic project work across larger teams of multiple Project Mangers. The Sr. Project Manager has excellent documentation experience and superior technical knowledge, and is both internally team-focused and externally client-facing as required. Sr. Project Managers may be responsible for supervising Project Coordinators and/or Project Managers, and may assist in trafficking project work and managing resource assignments.



Key responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager:



Collaborates with the project team to identify strategies and solutions that will best meet the client's needs within established constraint

Works with account team as well as any and all members of assigned project team to estimate costs and timing for tasks such as project strategy, functional design, visual design, technology requirements, etc., utilizing established estimating process and tools

Actively participates in all project activities, collaborating on the content and presentation of key client deliverables as required to ensure relevancy, strategy, quality and timelines

Responsible for managing project financial lifecycle, including estimates, status reporting, revenue forecasts, invoicing, etc

Creates and maintains project documentation such as estimates, project plans, proposals, statements of work, status reports (internal and external), change requests, functional specifications, etc.

Sets the standards for project work

Accountable for flawless execution in own work and that of direct reports; pushes for same with project team members

Identifies and recommends opportunities to improve work processes



Requirements



Minimum 4 years experience as an Interactive Project Manager, or similar.

BA Degree

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Looking for an Audio Visual Specialist to provide expertise to our growing Special Events business. The individual will need to be skilled in all aspects of AV production including sound, lighting, VHS/DVD/CD formats, Video recording, digital imaging, set-up and take down procedures. This is a project that will be 3-4 days a week for 3-4 months!<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 have prior experience, 3-5 years.

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We are developing a complex Rich Internet Application for WebLogic Portal 10. Seeking a contract resource with experience in DOJO programming.

Candidate interview will include this list of DOJO related topics:

- Customizing widgets
- Integrating and communicating between widgets
- DOJO and Ajax integration
- Data caching solutions (browser vs server)
- Tips and Techniques for using Dojo in a Federated Portal environment
- Back / Forward button handling when using AJAX with WL Portal
- Managing lazy loading of JSPs (consisting of widgets) when different tabs are clicked. We have noticed that the widgets don't render properly when the tab is loaded lazily.
- User State Management. (What tab/page was the user on if refresh clicked).
- Datastores used by a Grid in detail.
- Drag and Drop with Dojo.

Technologies for our project include:

- Rich Internet Application
- DOJO programming
- WebLogic Portal Server 10
- Federated Portal
- Oracle 10g
- Eclipse
- Java 5
- IBM MQ

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

We are developing a complex Rich Internet Application for WebLogic Portal 10. Seeking a contract resource with experience in DOJO programming.

Candidate interview will include this list of DOJO related topics:

- Customizing widgets
- Integrating and communicating between widgets
- DOJO and Ajax integration
- Data caching solutions (browser vs server)
- Tips and Techniques for using Dojo in a Federated Portal environment
- Back / Forward button handling when using AJAX with WL Portal
- Managing lazy loading of JSPs (consisting of widgets) when different tabs are clicked. We have noticed that the widgets don't render properly when the tab is loaded lazily.
- User State Management. (What tab/page was the user on if refresh clicked).
- Datastores used by a Grid in detail.
- Drag and Drop with Dojo.

Technologies for our project include:

- Rich Internet Application
- DOJO programming
- WebLogic Portal Server 10
- Federated Portal
- Oracle 10g
- Eclipse
- Java 5
- IBM MQ

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

Are you a Project Coordinator looking to advance your career and receive free training?

If so, Join ConsultUSA Now and Obtain Free BA, PM or Technical Certifications.
One of the leading telecom companies in the Chicago, IL area has an immediate need for a full time Project Coordinator.

The candidate will work with project support to staff project team resources from factory organizations including procurement, product development and will ensure all required documentation and approvals are completed. The candidate will collaborate and negotiate with organizations to secure project resources and problem solve resource accessibility issues as well as manage a resource tracking log and provide metrics on resource provisioning intervals and service levels.

Required:
. MS Excel
. Communication and interpersonal skills
. Ability to multi-task and be detail-oriented
. Ability to facilitate team members

Desired:
. Project management
. Business objects
When Hired:
. ConsultUSA will invest in you by providing training to enable you to grow and diversify your skill set to keep abreast of the latest technologies.
. ConsultUSA will work closely with you to develop an exciting career path of your choosing, focusing on your key strengths.
. You will work within a dynamic team environment gaining invaluable experience.
. You will be a part of a growing organization focused on success and empowerment

How to Apply:
. If you are looking to take your career to the next level, please send your MS Word document with the reference number 4084 to
. For a complete listing of all our opportunities, please visit: http://www.consultusa.com
. U.S. Citizenship, Green Card or EAD Required
. Managers are short listing qualified candidates quickly


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

Robert Half Technology is assisting one of their best clients, an industry leader, with placing a SQL Database Developer who will strategically design and implement databases across the organization, while ensuring high levels of data availability. This Database Administrator is also responsible for defining standards and models for database architectures. The Database Developer will in addition evaluate and select all technology components, such as software, hardware, and networking capabilities, for database management systems and applications. This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.



<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: The primary responsibilities of the Database Developer are the following: Assess and cultivate long-term strategic goals for database development in conjunction with end users, managers, clients, and other stakeholders; Analyze user requirements and, based on findings, design functional specifications for client/server databases and database applications; Coordinate and work with other technical staff to develop relational databases and secondary databases (i.e. Access); Develop automated database applications, where necessary, using the applicable database packages; Identify data entry, retrieval, change, and delete issues, and work to ensure a high level of data availability; Work with project managers to ensure that data entry, retrieval, change and delete functions meet business requirements for project completion; Plan and implement capacity and resource expansion to ensure scalability of company databases; Identify inefficiencies in current databases and leverage solutions; Install and configure relevant components to ensure database access; Diagnose and resolve database access and performance issues; Design and deploy data table structures, forms, reports, and queries; Assist with the design of redundant systems, policies, and procedures for disaster recovery to ensure effective availability, protection, and integrity of data assets; Evaluate and select database components, including hardware, relational database management systems, ETL software (SQL Servers DTS), metadata management tools, and database design solutions; Conduct research and make recommendations on database products, services, protocols, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts.

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

Are you a ColdFusion/PHP Web Application Developer looking to advance your career and receive free training?

If so, Join ConsultUSA Now and Obtain Free BA, PM or Technical Certifications.

One of the leading telecom companies in the Chicago, IL area has an immediate need for a full time ColdFusion/PHP Web Application Developer.

The candidate will responsible for managing appropriate hardware and software associated with a project and ensure client is compliant with standards and policies. He/she will work in lab and production environments

Required:
. PHP
. Web Application Development
. Cold Fusion
. SQL

Desired:
. Oracle
. Java
. Perl

When Hired:
. ConsultUSA will invest in you by providing training to enable you to grow and diversify your skill set to keep abreast of the latest technologies.
. ConsultUSA will work closely with you to develop an exciting career path of your choosing, focusing on your key strengths.
. You will work within a dynamic team environment gaining invaluable experience.
. You will be a part of a growing organization focused on success and empowerment

How to Apply:
. If you are looking to take your career to the next level, please send your MS Word document with the reference number 4066 to
. For a complete listing of all our opportunities, please visit: http://www.consultusa.com
. U.S. Citizenship, Green Card or EAD Required
. Managers are short listing qualified candidates quickly


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

Our client, a major financial company, is looking for a Senior UNIX Systems Administrator to be responsible for basic administration, system installation/configuration, security and installation of 3rd party software.The essential functions of the consultant position include, but are not limited to: Evaluate, install, debug, audit, maintain and document UNIX server farms and optimizes UNIX operating systems, and applications; Provide 1st, 2nd and some 3rd tier support for corporate systems and user applications including participating in Shift Desk support; Assist in managing the OS test, release, and push process; Automate configuration, monitoring, and asserting the state of production servers network equipment, and storage; Participate in 24x7 support delivery model; Support and implement system standards, processes and security to maintain corporate IT standards; Maintain, updates and audits system documentation; Add and maintain users on the network; assign application access, ensure security, and maintain their configuration are within standards; Train users in applications and UNIX fundamentals; Analyze project needs or requirements and recommends systems; Maintain and communicate project plans and status updates and other duties as assigned. This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.
<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: The ideal candidate requires 4+ years UNIX systems administration experience in large financial services or trading industry environments of more than 500 servers, more than 1000 users, and more than 10 terabytes of disk storage. Strong knowledge and experience in UNIX scripting, automation, and architecture in large production server environment are required. Candidates must have experience with more than one UNIX based operating system, experience with non-UNIX operating systems (Windows, Macintosh OS or VMS) and experience with inter networking UNIX and other operation systems with Windows. Storage area network (SAN) configuration experience is an asset. This position requires strong analytical and problem solving skills, flexibility and open-mindedness. Demonstrated ability to pay attention to details, strong inter-personal and communication skills; ability to write purchase justifications, train users in complex topics, make presentations to an internal audience, and interact positively with upper management are required. Independent problem solving, self-direction, ability to plan, document, install and effectively implement complex server software across heterogeneous server and networking environments required.

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

Instructions: You must include the following when applying for this position. NO EXCEPTIONS! Include your 1) current and 2) expected salary; 3) in the case of contracting engagements, you must include all employers as well as end clients on your resume. We need this information to be able to submit you to the hiring manager.
You must also include a short paragraph in the body of your email which briefly summarizes matches from your professional experience to the "Required Background/Experience" and "Major Pluses To Have" sections below. We appreciate your time in advance on this matter.
Note to H1-B candidates: You must be willing to transfer your H1. We cannot work through third-party contracting agencies holding your H1.
Summary
As a Ruby on Rails Developer, you will work collaboratively in an Agile environment with product managers, software engineers, and architects to develop our next generation of Web 2.0 products. You will write well-factored, extensible, and elegant Ruby on Rails code with a test-driven approach.
Reports to: The Applications Development Manager
Duties/Responsibilities

Actively participate in custom software development in an Agile, test-driven iterative environment
Conduct technology evaluations
Scale systems for growth, and design for different clients and roles
Design systems for high-traffic, high-availability, and monitoring
Work as part of a cross-functional team tasked to work with business stakeholders

You must possess the following qualities

Excellent communication skills
Proven ability to design and deliver solutions relevant to complex business problems
Strong motivation and ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment supporting business-critical production environments

Major Pluses to have

Bachelor's degree in computer science or closely related field

All applications for this position are accepted via email. You can begin the interview process or REFER someone you know by sending us your resume and your salary history. Once you have completed the interview, your information will be sent directly to the hiring manager for decisions on the next steps. Regardless of the outcome, My ePersona will keep you updated of your status by e-mail or phone.
Experience: Required Background/Experience

1+ year(s) experience as a Ruby on Rails Developer
2+ years programming experience, predominantly in Ruby
Strong experience in Web User interface design
Strong analysis, design, and modeling skills


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

At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... We're also part of Paris-based Publicis Groupe, the world's fourth-largest marketing and communications company.



As a member of the Arc Worldwide team, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact on a wide array of marketing practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



Purpose

The Software Engineer (SE) is responsible for design and development of transactional and visual web applications, and for owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development and documentation tasks and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. The SE's other responsibilities include project estimation for small projects, enhancements, and maintenance efforts and providing detailed documentation. The SE position reports directly to a Software Engineering Manager (SEM).



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1.2 - 4 years of Java and/or Microsoft.NET software programming experience, specializing in web applications. This particular position will favor Microsoft.NET.

2.Thorough familiarity with Object-oriented design concepts, and with Design Patterns (particularly relating to J2EE/Java or Microsoft.NET/C#).

3.For Java Positions Only: Thorough knowledge and understanding of J2EE technologies and implementations.

4.For Java Positions Only: Experience with J2EE Application Servers (JBoss, Tomcat, IBM WebSphere, BEA WebLogic)

5.For Java Positions Only : Experience using STRUTS framework Knowledgeable with application frameworks such as Spring, Hibernate

6.For Microsoft.NET Positions Only: Thorough knowledge and understanding of the Microsoft.NET Frameworks 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0 using Visual Studio.NET and the C# programming language

7.Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to web applications

8.Past involvement in software applications throughout the full development lifecycle.

9.Familiarity with Agile Development methodology.

10.Proficiency with XML and knowledgeable of associated technologies such as schemas, XSLT, transformers and parsers.

11.Familiar with application development and deployment strategies (CVS, VSS, SVN & other source code control applications, Ant, CruiseControl, NUnit, JUnit etc.)

12.Knowledge of Rich Internet Application (RIA) technologies (Macromedia Flex, Laszlo) a plus but not required.





Planning/Analysis

Creates architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features using UML and basic diagramming skills

Works with senior team members to determine project scope, and to accurately determine project work estimates and timelines.

Enhances and re-factors existing application frameworks to develop more comprehensive development tools, to minimize future application development effort, and to foster greater code reuse.

Creates extensive, intuitive documentation for application components, frameworks, processes etc.

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form.



Execution

Follows Arc World Wide development standards and guidelines.

Attends status meetings which may include all members of the project team, including project managers, user-centered design specialists, designers, QA analysts, systems architects, and hosting operations team to ensure all functional requirements of the assigned development task have been considered and can be implemented according to plan.

Ensures that development possibilities and realities are clearly communicated to project team.

Develops reusable, flexible, accurate, well-documented code for broad user base.

Works with QA Analysts as necessary to resolve issues.

Clearly documents code, testing results, and application changes in a timely fashion.

Provides maintenance of their own personal development environments.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

1.Core Competency

Able to provide high levels of customer service to internal team members, particularl

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

At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Diageo, Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... We're also part of Paris-based Publicis Groupe, the world's fourth-largest marketing and communications company.



As a member of the Arc Worldwide team, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact on a wide array of marketing practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for leading efforts to deliver large, complex projects on time and within the established estimate. They may also serve as "leads" on large client accounts, working with the Account Management team to nurture client relationships and traffic project work across larger teams of multiple Project Mangers. The Sr. Project Manager has excellent documentation experience and superior technical knowledge, and is both internally team-focused and externally client-facing as required. Sr. Project Managers may be responsible for supervising Project Coordinators and/or Project Managers, and may assist in trafficking project work and managing resource assignments.



Key responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager:



Collaborates with the project team to identify strategies and solutions that will best meet the client's needs within established constraint

Works with account team as well as any and all members of assigned project team to estimate costs and timing for tasks such as project strategy, functional design, visual design, technology requirements, etc., utilizing established estimating process and tools

Actively participates in all project activities, collaborating on the content and presentation of key client deliverables as required to ensure relevancy, strategy, quality and timelines

Responsible for managing project financial lifecycle, including estimates, status reporting, revenue forecasts, invoicing, etc

Creates and maintains project documentation such as estimates, project plans, proposals, statements of work, status reports (internal and external), change requests, functional specifications, etc.

Sets the standards for project work

Accountable for flawless execution in own work and that of direct reports; pushes for same with project team members

Identifies and recommends opportunities to improve work processes



Requirements



Minimum 4 years experience as an Interactive Project Manager, or similar.

BA Degree

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SmartSource is seeking a high end Cisco Consultant to assist with a project for a customer in Chicago, IL


Job Type: Contract
Duration: 3-4 weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: Normal Business hours
Location: STATE ST
CHICAGO, IL 60610-4631


Project Info:

We are designing our Business Continuance network so we can fail over to our backup site in case of a site outage. I am looking for an expert network engineer to provide some help with the design.

We are incorporating two Cisco redirectors, one at each site. The purpose for setting up the redirector at the backup site is to avoid the delay in having to republish our URLs in DNS.

We are also implementing 2 Cisco 5540 ASA firewalls. We want to set them up so we can failover to the other if one goes out. More Project details wil be supplied to qualified and interested Parties

Resumes should be sent to:
Rick


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My client is looking for a High-level Flash / Actionscript Developer who can start immediately. My client is working in a e-large development project using Actionscript 3.The Flash developer should have experience with Actionscript 3 to help build online courses. The Developer will program eLearning simulations, presentations, exercises and will also build both templates and final course screens. This is an ongoing opportunity by Robert Half Technology.


<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: The Developer must be experienced with Flash / Actionscript 3 using either the timeline or more object-oriented methods, including developing classes, sub-classes and components. The ideal Actionscript Developer should closely follow specifications and also contribute new ideas and approaches. Experience working with Graphic design, media creation, Flash/ Flex together and prior elearning development is a plus.

The developer must be dependable, thorough, accurate, a good communicator, able to work well with all team members and have great attention to detail and high quality standards

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GENERAL JOB FUNCTION:
TRASYS is looking to find a direct hire Sr. Java Developer for a Retail Software client located in Chicago, IL . This developer will play a key role in developing and customizing clients point of sale and back office solutions.



DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and customize Point of Sale and Back Office solutions

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
5+ years of Java Development Experience
Object Oriented Design (UML, RUP, Patterns, etc.)
Java User Interface (AWT and Swing), STRUTS and JSP
J2EE development and application servers (Tomcat, WebSphere, etc.)
HTML and XML
JMS Messaging Middleware




KEYWORDS:
Java , J2EE, Object-Oriented Design, Java User Interface (AWT and Swing) , STRUTS, and JSP, Websphere, HTML, XML, JMS Messaging Middleware






ABOUT TRASYS:


TRASYS is where your career opportunities become our client's technical solutions. Through our experience and expertise in the IT field, we match your goals with the needs of our clients to achieve optimal results for everyone. We've been implementing IT staffing solutions and services throughout North America since our inception in 1998.

The key to our success is our ability to match talent and task to provide seamless solutions within each unique business environment.

Come partner with us and enjoy the TRASYS advantage!

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

One of our innovative clients is looking for a LAMP Web Application Engineer. The Engineer will assist in the development of a proprietary application and stand alone site. He/she will spend most of your time in web application development (PHP for the back end) and also with front-end web technologies (HTML, CSS, and Javascript.) This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.
<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: The experience required for this position is 3+ years of previous LAMP software development experience. The Developer must possess strong comprehension of web and web-related technologies, server-side application development in PHP, user-side application development in HTML, CSS, Javascript, MySQL, Apache, and Linux.

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Assists with the development of the Data Governance Model for Integrated SupplyChain Planning. - Participates in Data Design Review process as required; pursues
cross-functional experts to ensure integrated solutions.- Supports development of
master data lifecycle strategies for ISCP data in support of supply chain planning
models.- Facilitates collection and review of business metadata for all master data
elements, tables, structures, configuration, etc. - Assists in the master data maintenance
planning strategy; identifies master data requiring post go live maintenance; develop
surveys and communication plans.- Facilitates creation of data maintenance and dual
data maintenance procedures; works with RandT to achieve program objectives and
to obtain business signoff on maintenance ownership and procedures.- Identifies
or modifies master data security roles; understands and supports SOX compliance
requirements.- Supports webpage strategy and publication method for master data
information.- Develops and implements master data standards based on industry best
practices.- Provides analysis and integrated solutions to eliminate recurring data
issues. This may involve documenting processes and/or business process changes.-
Supports data verification requirements and activities.

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Facilitates the development of the Data Governance Model for Integrated Supply ChainPlanning. - Facilitates in Data Design Review process as required; pursues cross-functional
experts to ensure integrated solutions.- Supports development of master data lifecycle
strategies for ISCP data in support of supply chain planning models.- Facilitates
collection and review of business metadata for all master data elements, tables,
structures, configuration, etc.- Participates in the master data maintenance planning
strategy; identifies master data requiring post go live maintenance; develop surveys
and communication plans.- Manages creation of data maintenance and dual data maintenance
procedures; works with RandT to achieve program objectives and to obtain business
signoff on maintenance ownership and procedures.- Identifies or modifies master
data security roles; understands and supports SOX compliance requirements.- Supports
webpage strategy and publication method for master data information.- Develops and
implements master data standards based on industry best practices.- Provides analysis
and integrated solutions to eliminate recurring data issues. This may involve documenting
processes and/or business process changes.- Supports data verification requirements
and activities.- Facilitates and supports quality data reviews for the ISCP data.

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Oracle Financial DBA for 2 years contract in Chicago, IL. - Oracle Financial DBA

- Oracle RAC on Unix environment

- SAN environment

Term: 2 Years +

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Robert Half Technology is assisting one of their best clients, an industry leader, with placing a SQL Database Developer who will strategically design and implement databases across the organization, while ensuring high levels of data availability. This Database Administrator is also responsible for defining standards and models for database architectures. The Database Developer will in addition evaluate and select all technology components, such as software, hardware, and networking capabilities, for database management systems and applications. This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.



<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: The primary responsibilities of the Database Developer are the following: Assess and cultivate long-term strategic goals for database development in conjunction with end users, managers, clients, and other stakeholders; Analyze user requirements and, based on findings, design functional specifications for client/server databases and database applications; Coordinate and work with other technical staff to develop relational databases and secondary databases (i.e. Access); Develop automated database applications, where necessary, using the applicable database packages; Identify data entry, retrieval, change, and delete issues, and work to ensure a high level of data availability; Work with project managers to ensure that data entry, retrieval, change and delete functions meet business requirements for project completion; Plan and implement capacity and resource expansion to ensure scalability of company databases; Identify inefficiencies in current databases and leverage solutions; Install and configure relevant components to ensure database access; Diagnose and resolve database access and performance issues; Design and deploy data table structures, forms, reports, and queries; Assist with the design of redundant systems, policies, and procedures for disaster recovery to ensure effective availability, protection, and integrity of data assets; Evaluate and select database components, including hardware, relational database management systems, ETL software (SQL Servers DTS), metadata management tools, and database design solutions; Conduct research and make recommendations on database products, services, protocols, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts.

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One of our innovative clients is looking for a LAMP Web Application Engineer. The Engineer will assist in the development of a proprietary application and stand alone site. He/she will spend most of your time in web application development (PHP for the back end) and also with front-end web technologies (HTML, CSS, and Javascript.) This is an ongoing recruiting effort by Robert Half Technology.
<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: The experience required for this position is 3+ years of previous LAMP software development experience. The Developer must possess strong comprehension of web and web-related technologies, server-side application development in PHP, user-side application development in HTML, CSS, Javascript, MySQL, Apache, and Linux.

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

My client is looking for a High-level Flash / Actionscript Developer who can start immediately. My client is working in a e-large development project using Actionscript 3.The Flash developer should have experience with Actionscript 3 to help build online courses. The Developer will program eLearning simulations, presentations, exercises and will also build both templates and final course screens. This is an ongoing opportunity by Robert Half Technology.


<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: The Developer must be experienced with Flash / Actionscript 3 using either the timeline or more object-oriented methods, including developing classes, sub-classes and components. The ideal Actionscript Developer should closely follow specifications and also contribute new ideas and approaches. Experience working with Graphic design, media creation, Flash/ Flex together and prior elearning development is a plus.

The developer must be dependable, thorough, accurate, a good communicator, able to work well with all team members and have great attention to detail and high quality standards

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Dynamic IT Consulting Firm is looking for an outstanding, hands on Business Development Manager to take the Dallas area by storm creating new business preparing you to have your own team. Growth Potential, $6 Billion Global Company, Direct Hire Opportunity. IT consulting required.
Experience: Job Title: Business Development Manager - IT Staffing

We are looking out for a Business Development Manager who will be soliciting for IT Consulting Business from mid to large End Clients accounts. Ultimate goal will be to convert new business proposals into bottom line income, with astute and extended relationship management.

Major activities and responsibilities
. Identify, qualify and close new opportunities, develop and nurture client relationships and gather requirements for new opportunities.

. Work with direct clients and partners to generate revenue.

. Establish relationship at CXO levels and maintain Top-Down approach for business convergence.

. Proven experience selling both project and staff augmentation engagements.

. Once a lead is secured, stay in touch with such a lead and expand relationships in that Client.

. Constantly explore business opportunities in the areas of IT Staffing and Software Projects.

. Impress upon technology managers that we want an opportunity to help them.

. Continuously educate client managers on our current and new offerings.

. Create and conduct sales presentations as needed.

. Establish relationships at one/two level higher than current relationship.

. Gather knowledge of client needs, competitor's offerings and client's competition.



Should be committed to mutually acceptable Revenue Targets from existing as well as new accounts and be able to exceed in a fast paced aggressive and competitive business environment.

Job Demands:

. Maintain high visibility and profile within the local Business Community. Involved in any Business Group or Associations, Participate in IT Forums, seminars and generate relationships with Technology Managers who will promote profile and directly or indirectly influence the referral of Business opportunities to PCS Technology USA Inc.

. Have the ability to create and nurture relationships with Technology Managers.

. Be relentless in pursuit of Intermediaries capable of producing a regular stream of quality referrals. Identify, develop, entertain and invest in key relationships disciplining, where appropriate, key contacts in terms of the quality of business for which the company has an appetite.

You will be a motivated individual who thrives in a challenging environment possessing the ability to think outside the box, with the hunger to progress your career within the organization.

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Position: Senior Virtualization and Storage Administrator
Location: CHICAGO, IL 60606

Position Summary:
We are looking for a talented Systems Virtualization and Storage Administrator who will be responsible for maintaining and managing the corporate computing infrastructure. The Information Technology team has completed a cutting edge virtualization and optimization strategy, and needs a operations lead to oversee and build upon the system and storage layer subsystems, for new server creation and maintenance.

Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. Industry experience and professional certification equivalencies considered for those with over 10 years of experience in relevant technologies.

Job Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Computer Operations Manager the job responsibilities include:
" Day-to-day operations of the storage infrastructure.
" Creation and management of virtual machine infrastructure.
" Design, plan, maintain and continued improvements of the corporate datacenter facilities.
" Design, install and maintain core infrastructure services, test disaster recovery cycles at the virtualization and storage layers.
" Maintain systems and backup strategy.
" Install and configure new hardware/software.
" Document processes/procedures/changes.
" System performance tuning and capacity planning.
" Linux System & SAN troubleshooting.

In addition the above the job may also require some network administration, performance tuning, and system security assessment work.

Knowledge & Experience:
At least 8 to 10 years of Systems administration experience. Complete understanding and experience in the following technologies:
" Design, implement, support of Virtualization Environment, based on VMWare ESX 3. VCP Certification preferred.
" NetApp FAS series filers, DataONTAP 7.x FlexVol, FlexClone, SnapManager for Exchange/SQL/Oracle, DFM, SnapDrive, Multipath I/O, boot-from-san, Fiber Channel Protocol, iSCSI, NFS, CIFS
" NACE or NACP Certifications from Network Appliance preferred.
" Experience supporting Oracle10g RAC with NetApp SAN.
" IBM BladeCenter and xSeries servers
" Brocade Silkworm SAN switches, directors, and management suites
" Redhat packaging and compiling experience, database troubleshooting of any flavor under Linux (MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL).RHCE Preferred. Advanced TCP/IP troubleshooting skills
Self motivated problem solver who has worked in or consulted for a large server environment will be given preference. They look for intelligent, ambitious people willing to work hard in a team oriented environment. Candidates must have excellent organization skills, diagnostics and problem solving abilities as well as strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidate must be energetic, able to clearly communicate ideas, and willing to be on call 24 x 7.
Compensation & Benefits:
Customer offers a comprehensive benefit package, including health, dental, and life insurance; company-matched 401(k); retirement plan, profit sharing; and paid vacation, holidays and personal time.
Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Contact: Please send in your resumes with the keyword "Virtualization & SAN Administrator" in the subject line.

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Support role mapping execution in partnership with Organizational Readiness workstream as well as Atlas /RMA Administrators.Participate in role mapping database
development in order to create and maintain a tool for ongoing use throughout the
project.Ensure that the on-going updates to the role mapping database meets the
requirements of each release team and the business.Become the knowledge owner of
the database, ensuring the captured site and employee information is easily accessible
to other team and applications, e.g. Training LMS, Security, Deployment.Participate
in development and execution of Atlas (Access) database and associated reporting.Ensure
data accuracy of reports.Support Readiness and Training team work related to Enterprise
Profile descriptions and role-mapping guideline creations.Serve as a point of contact
for the business related to Enterprise Profiles, developing a detailed knowledge
of the enterprise profiles and how they support the solution.Support integration
between role-mapping activities and training development/deployment processes.Work
with the business/Change Network to ensure role-mapping is executed in a timely
fashion; provide technical and functional support to business resources as necessary.

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Our client, a major financial company, is looking for a Senior UNIX Systems Administrator to be responsible for basic administration, system installation/configuration, security and installation of 3rd party software.The essential functions of the consultant position include, but are not limited to:Evaluate, install, debug, audit, maintain and document UNIX server farms and optimizes UNIX operating systems, and applications ; Provides 1st, 2nd and some 3rd tier support for corporate systems and user applications including participating in Shift Desk support ; Assists in managing the OS test, release, and push process ; Automate configuration, monitoring, and asserting the state of production servers network equipment, and storage ; Participate in 24x7 support delivery model ; Supports and implements system standards, processes and security to maintain corporate IT standards ; Maintains, updates and audits system documentation ; Adds and maintains users on the network; assigning application access, ensuring security, and maintaining their configuration are within standards ; Trains users in applications and UNIX fundamentals ; Analyzes project needs or requirements and recommends systems ; Maintains and communicates project plans and status updates and other duties as assigned.
<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: The ideal candidate requires Four to seven years UNIX systems administration experience in large financial services or trading industry environments of more than 500 servers, more than 1000 users, and more than 10 terabytes of disk storage ;Strong knowledge and experience in UNIX scripting, automation, and architecture in large production server environment ; experience with more than one UNIX based operating system ; experience with non-UNIX operating systems (Windows, Macintosh OS or VMS) ; experience with inter networking UNIX and other operation systems with Windows ;Storage area network (SAN) configuration experience an asset ; Requires strong analytical and problem solving skills, flexibility and open-mindedness. Demonstrated ability to pay attention to details ; Strong inter-personal and communication skills; capable of writing purchase justifications, training users in complex topics, making presentations to an internal audience, and interacting positively with upper management. Independent problem solving; self-direction ; Ability to plan, document, install and effectively implement complex server software across heterogeneous server and networking environments

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Global Professional Services Firm Seeking Project Coordinator, Finance.
Our client is seeking a proficient Project Coordinator with financial institution experience or professional services background, to support a very sophisticated group of global leaders and facilitate the flow of marketing initiatives for internal clients. The Project Coordinator is the key source for all financial practice area project information and is responsible for documenting, tracking budgets, basic financial analysis, web site updates, newsletter communications, meeting planning, scheduling, quality control, ensuring on time delivery and organization. You will work with budgets, vendors and manage the flow of project communications as the right-hand person to the financial practice area partners and may interface with the client directly as well. This consultancy is a global virtual team environment and this is a newly created position.
Experience: University degree, 3+ years of experience in a client-focused professional services role is desired, with relevant knowledge of financial institutions. The ideal Project Coordinator must have some corporate financial experience, strong organization skills and be adept to multi-task proficiently while maintaining a professional demeanor. This position requires a strong communicator &#150; both written and verbal - with high attention to detail to thrive in a fast-paced virtual working environment. Global experience ideal. The Project Coordinator must also be customer focused (with both the internal and external clients), have a positive attitude and be a team player. Bachelor's degree required. If interested, e-mail your r&#233;sum&#233; and online links or a scrolling PDF of your samples now to attention: Kristi!

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

GENERAL JOB FUNCTION:
TRASYS is looking to find a direct hire Sr. Java Developer for a Retail Software client located in Chicago, IL . This developer will play a key role in developing and customizing clients point of sale and back office solutions.



DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and customize Point of Sale and Back Office solutions

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
5+ years of Java Development Experience
Object Oriented Design (UML, RUP, Patterns, etc.)
Java User Interface (AWT and Swing), STRUTS and JSP
J2EE development and application servers (Tomcat, WebSphere, etc.)
HTML and XML
JMS Messaging Middleware




KEYWORDS:
Java , J2EE, Object-Oriented Design, Java User Interface (AWT and Swing) , STRUTS, and JSP, Websphere, HTML, XML, JMS Messaging Middleware






ABOUT TRASYS:


TRASYS is where your career opportunities become our client's technical solutions. Through our experience and expertise in the IT field, we match your goals with the needs of our clients to achieve optimal results for everyone. We've been implementing IT staffing solutions and services throughout North America since our inception in 1998.

The key to our success is our ability to match talent and task to provide seamless solutions within each unique business environment.

Come partner with us and enjoy the TRASYS advantage!

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

Position: Senior Virtualization and Storage Administrator
Location: CHICAGO, IL 60606

Position Summary:
We are looking for a talented Systems Virtualization and Storage Administrator who will be responsible for maintaining and managing the corporate computing infrastructure. The Information Technology team has completed a cutting edge virtualization and optimization strategy, and needs a operations lead to oversee and build upon the system and storage layer subsystems, for new server creation and maintenance.

Education:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field. Industry experience and professional certification equivalencies considered for those with over 10 years of experience in relevant technologies.

Job Responsibilities: Under the direct supervision of the Computer Operations Manager the job responsibilities include:
" Day-to-day operations of the storage infrastructure.
" Creation and management of virtual machine infrastructure.
" Design, plan, maintain and continued improvements of the corporate datacenter facilities.
" Design, install and maintain core infrastructure services, test disaster recovery cycles at the virtualization and storage layers.
" Maintain systems and backup strategy.
" Install and configure new hardware/software.
" Document processes/procedures/changes.
" System performance tuning and capacity planning.
" Linux System & SAN troubleshooting.

In addition the above the job may also require some network administration, performance tuning, and system security assessment work.

Knowledge & Experience:
At least 8 to 10 years of Systems administration experience. Complete understanding and experience in the following technologies:
" Design, implement, support of Virtualization Environment, based on VMWare ESX 3. VCP Certification preferred.
" NetApp FAS series filers, DataONTAP 7.x FlexVol, FlexClone, SnapManager for Exchange/SQL/Oracle, DFM, SnapDrive, Multipath I/O, boot-from-san, Fiber Channel Protocol, iSCSI, NFS, CIFS
" NACE or NACP Certifications from Network Appliance preferred.
" Experience supporting Oracle10g RAC with NetApp SAN.
" IBM BladeCenter and xSeries servers
" Brocade Silkworm SAN switches, directors, and management suites
" Redhat packaging and compiling experience, database troubleshooting of any flavor under Linux (MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL).RHCE Preferred. Advanced TCP/IP troubleshooting skills
Self motivated problem solver who has worked in or consulted for a large server environment will be given preference. They look for intelligent, ambitious people willing to work hard in a team oriented environment. Candidates must have excellent organization skills, diagnostics and problem solving abilities as well as strong written and verbal communication skills. Candidate must be energetic, able to clearly communicate ideas, and willing to be on call 24 x 7.
Compensation & Benefits:
Customer offers a comprehensive benefit package, including health, dental, and life insurance; company-matched 401(k); retirement plan, profit sharing; and paid vacation, holidays and personal time.
Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Contact: Please send in your resumes with the keyword "Virtualization & SAN Administrator" in the subject line.

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Facilitates the development of the Data Governance Model for Integrated Supply ChainPlanning. - Facilitates in Data Design Review process as required; pursues cross-functional
experts to ensure integrated solutions.- Supports development of master data lifecycle
strategies for ISCP data in support of supply chain planning models.- Facilitates
collection and review of business metadata for all master data elements, tables,
structures, configuration, etc.- Participates in the master data maintenance planning
strategy; identifies master data requiring post go live maintenance; develop surveys
and communication plans.- Manages creation of data maintenance and dual data maintenance
procedures; works with RandT to achieve program objectives and to obtain business
signoff on maintenance ownership and procedures.- Identifies or modifies master
data security roles; understands and supports SOX compliance requirements.- Supports
webpage strategy and publication method for master data information.- Develops and
implements master data standards based on industry best practices.- Provides analysis
and integrated solutions to eliminate recurring data issues. This may involve documenting
processes and/or business process changes.- Supports data verification requirements
and activities.- Facilitates and supports quality data reviews for the ISCP data.

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

Global Professional Services Firm Seeking Project Coordinator, Finance
Our client is seeking a proficient project coordinator with financial institution experience or professional services background, to support a very sophisticated group of global leaders and facilitate the flow of marketing initiatives for internal clients. The Project Coordinator is the key source for all financial practice area project information and is responsible for documenting, tracking budgets, basic financial analysis, web site updates, newsletter communications, meeting planning, scheduling, quality control, ensuring on time delivery and organization. You will work with budgets, vendors and manage the flow of project communications as the right-hand person to the financial practice area partners and may interface with the client directly as well. This consultancy is a global virtual team environment and this is a newly created position.
Experience: University degree, 3+ years of experience in a client-focused professional services role is desired, with relevant knowledge of financial institutions. The ideal Project Coordinator must have some corporate financial experience, strong organization skills and be adept to multi-task proficiently while maintaining a professional demeanor. This position requires a strong communicator &#150; both written and verbal - with high attention to detail to thrive in a fast-paced virtual working environment. Global experience ideal. The Project Coordinator must also be customer focused (with both the internal and external clients), have a positive attitude and be a team player. Bachelor's degree required. If interested, e-mail your r&#233;sum&#233; and online links or a scrolling PDF of your samples now to attention: Kristi!

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

One of our innovative clients is looking for a LAMP Web Application Engineer. The candidate will assist in the development a proprietary application and stand alone site. They will spend most of your time in web application development (PHP for the back end) and also with front-end web technologies (HTML, CSS, and Javascript.)
<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: The experience required for this position is 3+ years of previous LAMP software development experience. The candidate strong comprehension of web and web-related technologies, server-side application development in PHP, user-side application development in HTML, CSS, Javascript, MySQL, Apache, and Linux. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology.

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Job description: Our Major Media company in the Chicago Loop currently seeks a Sr. Java Developer for DIRECT-HIRE.*** CLIENT WILL SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'S ***4+ years of experience working with distributed applications. Should have solid Java skills and be proficient with a higher level language like Perl, Python, Ruby or Groovy. Candidate should also have experience with building web applications and needs to understand how they work. Must have good english speaking abilities.Java J2EEJava Web Framework of some kind and Web ServicesServlets, JSP & TaggingJBOSS/Jetty any other container is fineGWT SpringHibernateMySQL or DB equivalentAntSubversionCruiseControlJunit & EasyMockSome high level language experience ** Perl, Python, Ruby, Groovy, etc.Experience working on high load, clustered systems.Comfortable with Unix/Linux.MUST take a JAVA test =============================================
Experience: *** CLIENT WILL SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'S ***INCLUDE SALARY HISTORY FOR CONSIDERATIONNO RELOCATION IS AVAILABLE FOR THIS POSITIONSALARY: Open (based upon experience and qualifications)

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Robert Half Technology is assisting one of their best clients, an industry leader , with placing a SQL Database Developer who will strategically design and implement databases across the organization, while ensuring high levels of data availability. This individual is also responsible for defining standards and models for database architectures. The Database developer will in addition evaluate and select all technology components, such as software, hardware, and networking capabilities, for database management systems and applications.



<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: The primary responsibilities of the Database Developer are the following: Assess and cultivate long-term strategic goals for database development in conjunction with end users, managers, clients, and other stakeholders; Analyze user requirements and, based on findings, design functional specifications for client/server databases and database applications; Coordinate and work with other technical staff to develop relational databases and secondary databases (i.e. Access).; Develop automated database applications, where necessary, using the applicable database packages; Identify data entry, retrieval, change, and delete issues, and work to ensure a high level of data availability.; Work with project managers to ensure that data entry, retrieval, change and delete functions meet business requirements for project completion.; Plan and implement capacity and resource expansion to ensure scalability of company databases.; Identify inefficiencies in current databases and leverage solutions.; Install and configure relevant components to ensure database access.; Diagnose and resolve database access and performance issues.; Design and deploy data table structures, forms, reports, and queries.; Assist with the design of redundant systems, policies, and procedures for disaster recovery to ensure effective availability, protection, and integrity of data assets.; Evaluate and select database components, including hardware, relational database management systems, ETL software (SQL Servers DTS), metadata management tools, and database design solutions.; Conduct research and make recommendations on database products, services, protocols, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts. This is an ongoing opportunity for Robert Half Technology.

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

GENERAL JOB FUNCTION:
TRASYS is looking to find a direct hire Sr. Java Developer for a Retail Software client located in Chicago, IL . This developer will play a key role in developing and customizing clients point of sale and back office solutions.



DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and customize Point of Sale and Back Office solutions

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES REQUIRED:
5+ years of Java Development Experience
Object Oriented Design (UML, RUP, Patterns, etc.)
Java User Interface (AWT and Swing), STRUTS and JSP
J2EE development and application servers (Tomcat, WebSphere, etc.)
HTML and XML
JMS Messaging Middleware




KEYWORDS:
Java , J2EE, Object-Oriented Design, Java User Interface (AWT and Swing) , STRUTS, and JSP, Websphere, HTML, XML, JMS Messaging Middleware






ABOUT TRASYS:


TRASYS is where your career opportunities become our client's technical solutions. Through our experience and expertise in the IT field, we match your goals with the needs of our clients to achieve optimal results for everyone. We've been implementing IT staffing solutions and services throughout North America since our inception in 1998.

The key to our success is our ability to match talent and task to provide seamless solutions within each unique business environment.

Come partner with us and enjoy the TRASYS advantage!

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Dynamic IT Consulting Firm is looking for an outstanding, hands on Business Development Manager to take the Dallas area by storm creating new business preparing you to have your own team. Growth Potential, $6 Billion Global Company, Direct Hire Opportunity. IT consulting required.
Experience: Job Title: Business Development Manager - IT Staffing

We are looking out for a Business Development Manager who will be soliciting for IT Consulting Business from mid to large End Clients accounts. Ultimate goal will be to convert new business proposals into bottom line income, with astute and extended relationship management.

Major activities and responsibilities
. Identify, qualify and close new opportunities, develop and nurture client relationships and gather requirements for new opportunities.

. Work with direct clients and partners to generate revenue.

. Establish relationship at CXO levels and maintain Top-Down approach for business convergence.

. Proven experience selling both project and staff augmentation engagements.

. Once a lead is secured, stay in touch with such a lead and expand relationships in that Client.

. Constantly explore business opportunities in the areas of IT Staffing and Software Projects.

. Impress upon technology managers that we want an opportunity to help them.

. Continuously educate client managers on our current and new offerings.

. Create and conduct sales presentations as needed.

. Establish relationships at one/two level higher than current relationship.

. Gather knowledge of client needs, competitor's offerings and client's competition.



Should be committed to mutually acceptable Revenue Targets from existing as well as new accounts and be able to exceed in a fast paced aggressive and competitive business environment.

Job Demands:

. Maintain high visibility and profile within the local Business Community. Involved in any Business Group or Associations, Participate in IT Forums, seminars and generate relationships with Technology Managers who will promote profile and directly or indirectly influence the referral of Business opportunities to PCS Technology USA Inc.

. Have the ability to create and nurture relationships with Technology Managers.

. Be relentless in pursuit of Intermediaries capable of producing a regular stream of quality referrals. Identify, develop, entertain and invest in key relationships disciplining, where appropriate, key contacts in terms of the quality of business for which the company has an appetite.

You will be a motivated individual who thrives in a challenging environment possessing the ability to think outside the box, with the hunger to progress your career within the organization.

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Assists with the development of the Data Governance Model for Integrated SupplyChain Planning. - Participates in Data Design Review process as required; pursues
cross-functional experts to ensure integrated solutions.- Supports development of
master data lifecycle strategies for ISCP data in support of supply chain planning
models.- Facilitates collection and review of business metadata for all master data
elements, tables, structures, configuration, etc. - Assists in the master data maintenance
planning strategy; identifies master data requiring post go live maintenance; develop
surveys and communication plans.- Facilitates creation of data maintenance and dual
data maintenance procedures; works with RandT to achieve program objectives and
to obtain business signoff on maintenance ownership and procedures.- Identifies
or modifies master data security roles; understands and supports SOX compliance
requirements.- Supports webpage strategy and publication method for master data
information.- Develops and implements master data standards based on industry best
practices.- Provides analysis and integrated solutions to eliminate recurring data
issues. This may involve documenting processes and/or business process changes.-
Supports data verification requirements and activities.

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At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... We're also part of Paris-based Publicis Groupe, the world's fourth-largest marketing and communications company.



As a member of the Arc Worldwide team, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact on a wide array of marketing practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for leading efforts to deliver large, complex projects on time and within the established estimate. They may also serve as "leads" on large client accounts, working with the Account Management team to nurture client relationships and traffic project work across larger teams of multiple Project Mangers. The Sr. Project Manager has excellent documentation experience and superior technical knowledge, and is both internally team-focused and externally client-facing as required. Sr. Project Managers may be responsible for supervising Project Coordinators and/or Project Managers, and may assist in trafficking project work and managing resource assignments.



Key responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager:



Collaborates with the project team to identify strategies and solutions that will best meet the client's needs within established constraint

Works with account team as well as any and all members of assigned project team to estimate costs and timing for tasks such as project strategy, functional design, visual design, technology requirements, etc., utilizing established estimating process and tools

Actively participates in all project activities, collaborating on the content and presentation of key client deliverables as required to ensure relevancy, strategy, quality and timelines

Responsible for managing project financial lifecycle, including estimates, status reporting, revenue forecasts, invoicing, etc

Creates and maintains project documentation such as estimates, project plans, proposals, statements of work, status reports (internal and external), change requests, functional specifications, etc.

Sets the standards for project work

Accountable for flawless execution in own work and that of direct reports; pushes for same with project team members

Identifies and recommends opportunities to improve work processes



Specifically:

Manage the Maintenance and Enhancement Release Channel for a division of Arc Worldwide - affiliate of Leo Burnett Worldwide

Includes:

Weekly/Bi-Weekly interface with Account Executives/Representatives to prioritize new initiatives and defect resolution

Select and bundle these initiatives for execution

Work with Developers, Quality Assurance Testing Group, Experience Planners and Creative Designers to:

Solicit and validate estimates

Develop and execute bundles/releases

Understand the dymanic of our infrastructure service provider

Three primary environments: 2 Pre-prod / 1 Poduction

Several local pre-production environments

Manage two project managers that oversee three primary brands

Trouble shoot issues directly with IBM, Local Execution Teams and Client



Requirements



Minimum 4 years experience as a Technical Project Manager, website development a plus.

BA Degree, PMP a plus

Must have delivered projects using SDLC methodology

Must be able to work in a fast-pace environment accommodating and reporting on the impacts from changing technical requirements.

Must have Technology experience in managing multi-channel environment

Familiar or expertise with IBM Webspere, Java/J2EE and .Net

Must know MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project

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Support role mapping execution in partnership with Organizational Readiness workstream as well as Atlas /RMA Administrators.Participate in role mapping database
development in order to create and maintain a tool for ongoing use throughout the
project.Ensure that the on-going updates to the role mapping database meets the
requirements of each release team and the business.Become the knowledge owner of
the database, ensuring the captured site and employee information is easily accessible
to other team and applications, e.g. Training LMS, Security, Deployment.Participate
in development and execution of Atlas (Access) database and associated reporting.Ensure
data accuracy of reports.Support Readiness and Training team work related to Enterprise
Profile descriptions and role-mapping guideline creations.Serve as a point of contact
for the business related to Enterprise Profiles, developing a detailed knowledge
of the enterprise profiles and how they support the solution.Support integration
between role-mapping activities and training development/deployment processes.Work
with the business/Change Network to ensure role-mapping is executed in a timely
fashion; provide technical and functional support to business resources as necessary.

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Oracle Financial DBA for 2 years contract in Chicago, IL. - Oracle Financial DBA

- Oracle RAC on Unix environment

- SAN environment

Term: 2 Years +

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My client is looking for a High-level Flash/Actionscript developer who can start immediately. My client is working in a e-large development project using Actionscript 3.The Flash developer should have experience with Actionscript 3 to help build online courses. The developer will program eLearning simulations, presentations, exercises and will also build both templates and final course screens. This is an ongoing opportunity by Robert Half Technology.


<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: The developer must be experienced with Flash/Actionscript 3 using either the timeline or more object-oriented methods, including developing classes, sub-classes and components. The ideal candidate should closely follow specifications and also contributes new ideas and approaches. Experience working with Graphic design, media creation, Flash/ Flex together and prior elearning development is a plus.

The developer must be dependable, thorough, accurate, a good communicator, able to work well with all team members and have great attention to detail and high quality standards

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At Arc, you'll work with a team of smart marketers and gain global marketing insights, as we share our capabilities across 37 offices in 31 countries. And talk about our marquis list of clients! We partner with Disney, Kellogg, McDonald's, Procter & Gamble, Purina, Visa, Whirlpool, and the list goes on... We're also part of Paris-based Publicis Groupe, the world's fourth-largest marketing and communications company.



As a member of the Arc Worldwide team, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact on a wide array of marketing practice areas, share ideas with some of the best minds in the business, and meet creative and professional challenges. Are you ready?



The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for leading efforts to deliver large, complex projects on time and within the established estimate. They may also serve as "leads" on large client accounts, working with the Account Management team to nurture client relationships and traffic project work across larger teams of multiple Project Mangers. The Sr. Project Manager has excellent documentation experience and superior technical knowledge, and is both internally team-focused and externally client-facing as required. Sr. Project Managers may be responsible for supervising Project Coordinators and/or Project Managers, and may assist in trafficking project work and managing resource assignments.



Key responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager:



Collaborates with the project team to identify strategies and solutions that will best meet the client's needs within established constraint

Works with account team as well as any and all members of assigned project team to estimate costs and timing for tasks such as project strategy, functional design, visual design, technology requirements, etc., utilizing established estimating process and tools

Actively participates in all project activities, collaborating on the content and presentation of key client deliverables as required to ensure relevancy, strategy, quality and timelines

Responsible for managing project financial lifecycle, including estimates, status reporting, revenue forecasts, invoicing, etc

Creates and maintains project documentation such as estimates, project plans, proposals, statements of work, status reports (internal and external), change requests, functional specifications, etc.

Sets the standards for project work

Accountable for flawless execution in own work and that of direct reports; pushes for same with project team members

Identifies and recommends opportunities to improve work processes



Specifically:

Manage the Maintenance and Enhancement Release Channel for a division of Arc Worldwide - affiliate of Leo Burnett Worldwide

Includes:

Weekly/Bi-Weekly interface with Account Executives/Representatives to prioritize new initiatives and defect resolution

Select and bundle these initiatives for execution

Work with Developers, Quality Assurance Testing Group, Experience Planners and Creative Designers to:

Solicit and validate estimates

Develop and execute bundles/releases

Understand the dymanic of our infrastructure service provider

Three primary environments: 2 Pre-prod / 1 Poduction

Several local pre-production environments

Manage two project managers that oversee three primary brands

Trouble shoot issues directly with IBM, Local Execution Teams and Client



Requirements



Minimum 4 years experience as a Technical Project Manager, website development a plus.

BA Degree, PMP a plus

Must have delivered projects using SDLC methodology

Must be able to work in a fast-pace environment accommodating and reporting on the impacts from changing technical requirements.

Must have Technology experience in managing multi-channel environment

Familiar or expertise with IBM Webspere, Java/J2EE and .Net

Must know MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Project

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