Responsibilities/Requirements7-10 years of server or client/server systems administration along with MCSE certification (Windows 2003) Root cause analysis on persistent or major server related hardware, software and applications Experience installing, monitoring and maintaining the health of a Windows 2003 Server and Active Directory-based network, especially in a 1,000+ user distributed environment In depth knowledge of the security risks to a Windows 2003 server and the ability to assist with implementation and maintenance of components and applications to protect systems from attack. Experience with disaster recovery planning and execution. Experience supporting HP servers and SAN/NAS solutions along with HP Insight Manager, VMWARE, Microsoft SQL server is desired. Solid knowledge and significant experience with core computer infrastructure services such as DNS, DHCP, FTP, file structures, IP addressing. MCSE, CCNP, or CCIE certifications a BIG PLUS!!Commitment to maintaining knowledge of current hardware and software technology trends through formal certification or education should be demonstrated. * Must have the ability to work in a team environment with a positive disposition. * Must be highly motivated and goal oriented. * Must possess strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task; and thrive in a busy environment. * Must be a high-energy, self-driven, performance-driven individual. * Consultative experience is also required, preferably in a team-based customer engagement process. RequirementsDo not need to be a Security Systems guru. Just need to have a solid understanding and working knowledge of Security Systems. (working with firewalls, D&R,etc.)MUST have Enterprise level experience. Large environments of 1,000 + users MUST be team player, versatile, must be sharp Techie type and have the right attitude (work hard-play hard) Solid Active Directory, MS-Exchange, CISCO hardware, VPN,WAN/LAN connections Experience with Policy/Process/Procedure assessment helpful. Comfortable in a consultative role, working on short-term and longer term projects. On average projects can run from 3 weeks to 3-4-5 months.NO OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL !!!ALL LOCAL CHICAGO CLIENTS !!Can work either from Loop office or Suburban location.WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'SINCLUDE SALARY HISTORY FOR CONSIDERATIONSALARY: Open (based upon experience and qualifications) Travel required: none Telecommute: no

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Location can be Charlotte, NC or Dallas, TX (DFW area), or Chicago, IL (other locations may also be considered).
Senior firewall engineer capable of managing large scale and complex network environment. Experience with Checkpoint firewall platform and business to business implementations required. Extensive rule set creation and log analysis experience required.




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Our client in down-town area is looking for a Flash / Actionsscript3 backend Developer. The Developer will write clean, documented, reusable and scalable Action Scripting code for deployment on the web and other platforms; author and maintain technical documentation throughout the project life cycle; and maintain a coding skill set at the forefront of cutting-edge technology with knowledge sharing as applicable. The Flash Developer will work with the team of developers in a fast paced environment who are self motivated and willing to take on multiple tasks throughout all phases of development life cycle. 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 should have a degree in BFA, BA in Graphic design, computer science or related fields with a minimum of 4 years of developing experience in a professional service environment. The Flash Developer should have a good understanding of Flash9, Action scripting 2 and 3, Photoshop, Illustrator and Java also good knowledge of latest Flash features such as Filters, Blend modes, Flash types, Bitmap caching, Alpha Bending, Advanced gradient control and External Interface.

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Looking for that special Designer who possesses both Graphic Design skills and the Prepress experience necessary to produce high quality print jobs.

This Graphic Designer / Prepress Production Artist will use Quark, In Design, Illustrator, PPT, Acrobat and Photoshop daily and will communicate and work directly with clients on their design issues and concerns. The Designer will work with and prepare customer supplied files.

<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 will possess:

Strong organizational skills.
A portfolio of design projects.
Self-Motivation.
Ability to work independently and in a group setting.
Problem solving skills.
Understanding of deadlines.
Knowledge of Mac and PC software and hardware including all Graphic applications, Microsoft Office, e-mail, archiving and retrieval applications and FTP and Web Browser file transfers.

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About your team - Alliance Management:As part of nation-wide Information Services Group within the Solution Planning and Development organization, Alliance Management pursues product development and distribution partnerships that ISG senior leadership has designated as strategic priorities. In driving out strategies and opportunities, the team serves as the central point of management and decision-making for the company and with the external party.Accountability Statement:Reporting to the Vice-President of Strategic Alliances, the Senior Business Consultant provides analytical and strategic insights to the Alliance Management team. He/she will be required to support team goals in monetizing new partnerships, delivering on revenue growth strategies and executing on select priorities, initiatives. He/she will partner directly with multiple, senior business members and leaders throughout the Information Services Group.This is not an Information Technology Business Analyst position, they seek someone from the business side with strategic expereince.Duties and Responsibilities:Develop approach for and provide well-thought-out, critical business analysis on disparate and wide-ranging topics, situationsPerform market/industry/company research, drawing out key points of interest Summarize analysis and research at an executive levelProject manage select partnership initiativesCreate, refine business cases for existing and prospective opportunitiesFacilitate cross-functional meetingsPresent to senior ISG leadershipRequirements This is not an Information Technology Business Analyst position, they seek someone from the business side with strategic expereince.Undergraduate degree from a well-regarded institution with a demonstrated record of achievement, performanceMBA from top business school MANDATORY...Minimum 1-2 years strategy consulting experience (top consulting firm or strategy unit/role in top company)3-5 years total relevant experience. Preference for Consulting, Information Services or Financial Services Demonstrated analytical ability in solving tough business problems with creative and data-driven solutionsDemonstrated ability to translate high-level direction into clear, actionable recommendations and resultsExperience executing in a cross-functional, team-based environmentHigh degree of flexibility, agility to meet changing business needsComfort operating in high-pressure situationsStrong-interpersonal skills with positive attitude and transparent, collaborative work-ethicOur Client offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, a business-casual environment, and a convenient downtown location as well as a free on-site fitness center.WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'SSALARY: Open (based upon experience and qualifications)

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Employee must be willing work second shift from 3 pm until 11 pm Thursday through Monday.

" Working knowledge of the following operating systems:
o Unix, especially Solaris, from a command prompt. Exposure to Linux and AIX a plus.
o Windows 2000 Professional and Windows 2000 Server. Networking exposure is vital.
" Experience in Tier 2 support, or extensive experience in Tier 1 support.
" Technical writing skills must be sufficient to document office and application procedures, as well as to provide good written communication in e-mail.
" Verbal communication skills must be sufficient to handle bridgeline calls with multiple attendees, and relay information between technical and management bridgelines.
" Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment with minimal direct supervision, and responsibility for the activities of multiple technicians.


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Our client's headquarters, located in Chicago-land, houses 400 corporate employees including finance, human resources, merchandising, IT, marketing, real estate, supply chain, logistics and inventory management. Currently they have over 250 store and salon locations in over 31 states, with over 8000 store and salon employees and a highly successful eCommerce website. They have experienced consistent growth and 2008 projections include the opening of 60+ additional new locations with combined sales over $1 billion. Their success and growth translates to excellent career opportunities for prospective employees!
Experience: GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE. The Senior Configuration Lead is responsible for configuration changes within SAP WM/MM, in support of user requirements. The individual must be able to demonstrate ability in the design, configuration, & testing, of MM and WM functionality to include but not limited to: Purchase Requisitions, Purchase orders, Material Movements, Transfer Request, Transfer Orders, Reservations, Posting Changes, Stock Transfers, Invoice Verification, Storage Locations, Warehouses, Bins, Master Data Elements, Cycle Counts, pick /pack processes, bill of lading and label formats & other output controls..PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Functions). Leads the configuration of SAP WM and MM modules. Leads document design decisions. Documents configuration and development rationale.. Designs and implements process improvements.. Leads effort in gathering functional requirements and data from business. Prepares functional specifications documents based upon user needs.. 7+ years of actual "hands on" work experience (not just project management but actually HANDS ON). Proven and strong problem resolution/ analytical skills. Proven ability to work independently. Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal. Proven ability to present ideas or demos to large audience. Able to communicate with all levels.. Proven ability to lead technical discussions.. Deep interest to continue to grow technically.. Has working knowledge of ABAP programming.JOB SPECIFICATIONS. SAP WM/MM Lead Analyst is involved in the design and implementation of configurable technology enabled business solutions. He or She functions as integrators, bringing together process and technology solutions to solve business issues.. Responsibilities include, among others, defining business and systems strategy, developing system requirements, designing and prototyping, testing, training, defining support procedures and implementation.. The lead analyst performs accurate analysis and effective diagnosis of user issues and manage day-to-day user relationships.

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My downtown client seeks a Database Analyst to join their team on a full- time basis. The Database Analyst will join a small technical team within a 50 employee organization. This is a great opportunity for technical and professional growth, as the junior to mid level Database Analyst will be in a high visibility role. The main functions of this position will consist of approximately 60% development and 40% database administration. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the development and maintenance of relational database design, configuring software and reporting solutions, as well as Assisting with the configuration and maintenance of the client's association management system.
Experience: Candidates MUST HAVE 2+ years of professional experience with SQL Server, .NET Development and Web Services. Experience with Crystal Reports is highly desired.

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Job description: The successful candidate will be responsible for managing customer relationships and will be technical enough in the areas of MS Server, Network Infrastructure and Electronic Trading to serve as the primary liaison for the installation/configuration, implementation and onsite support of our Client's software within customer's e-trading environments. This person will also provide proactive customer training, maintain relationships with our customer's technical staff and fully manage the customer's overall experience while using our Client's software.Reporting to the Director of Technical Services this position will involve local travel to our Client's customer**s on-site locations; this person should expect to be **on-site** with the client up to 50% at times. NO OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL!! What Job Entails:The PRE-POST Sales Engineer owns the customer relationship, and splits time 50/50 between office and client sites. Will typically manage 10-15 clients at a time. Must be technically competent and able to converse intelligently with clients IT personnel on issues involving MS Server and Network Infrastructure to ensure systems are optimized for performance and to share best practices. As the PRE-POST Sales Engineer has a sales/relationship role with the client, they can**t be too technical and lack the intangible qualities (personality, relationship building, and trust). Must posses a Polished and Professional demeanor Keys traits in order of importance:Intangible qualities (personality, people skills, relationship building, trust). Fitting into Trading Technologies culture which is very laid back and like family. Lots of freedom with lots of responsibility. Technical Ability (not expert level but a high level of understanding so discussions can be had with the key players in the clients IT environment and troubleshooting can be performed) Industry knowledge of electronic trading systems a huge PLUS!! Responsibilities: Own and manage multiple customer relationships. Drive resolution of customer issues through all means necessary. Develop highly effective relationships across all departments. Escalate technical issues as appropriate. Apply fundamental troubleshooting to each issue skills when issues have been escalated to you before involving support engineers. Provide analysis and recommendations for product enhancement. Understand, prioritize and drive resolution of issues through hands-on involvement and highly effective communication between responsible parties at the client site and our Client. Use project management methodologies to track and drive customer requirements and technical solutions. Desired Experience:Bachelor**s degree preferred Great Soft Skills (this is a heavy client facing position) Knowledge of Network Infrastructure (Cisco experience preferred) Knowledge of MS Server Knowledge of Electronic Trading Software big plus. Required Experience:5+ years experience in a Client/Server Windows based Derivatives Trading environment. Solid grasp of networking concepts. Must be technically savvy; not looking for an **expert** in anything, just someone who is **well-rounded** technically. Friendly and engaging personality Self-motivated (**Go-getter**) Has a **Can-do attitude** Able to effective communicate with support engineers Problem solver Ability to nurture customer relationships is key Highly customer service oriented Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Effective cross-department communication skills. Team player (very important) as it is a friendly/family kind of team. Trustworthy and detail oriented Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously. The ability to document and communicate problem/resolution and information/action plans. Strong leadership skills. CLIENT IS UNABLE TO SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'SSALARY: Open (based upon experience and qualifications) Travel required: none Telecommute: no
Experience: NO OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL!!

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Robert Half Technology has an exciting opportunity in downtown Chicago for a SQL DBA!!!

The SQL DBA will be providing primary enterprise application technical support and troubleshooting. The DBA will be testing and installing application upgrades and patches, and following change control procedures. This position requires some after-hours support during evenings and weekends. Job duties also include special projects as assigned.

The SQL DBA will be responsible for ensuring the smooth running of enterprise business applications. He/she will be performing QA Testing for application changes prior to deployment and installing tested and approved enterprise software applications, enhancements, upgrades, service packs and patches to the production environments. The SQL DBA will also be providing enterprise business systems technical support. Responsibilities will also include understanding the technical workings of business applications to diagnose problems and identification of solutions. The applications include, but are not limited to, SmartStream (G/L and A/P), MRI (A/R and community operations), and a special emphasis on Campground Manager (A/R and resort operations.)

The SQL DBA will be monitoring SQL Server backups, jobs, and error logs daily. The DBA will be monitoring SQL Server performance issues as needed &#150; including running SQL Profiler traces.
He/she will be maintaining a log of support calls and follow-up activities to ensure smooth customer service and timely resolutions to requests.
The SQL DBA will be acting as a liaison between users and technical support (vendor or internal) during troubleshooting activities; Performing approved data edits and uploads in SQL Server as needed; Providing backup assistance to Application Administrator as needed; Developing and maintaining documentation on procedures; Periodically reviewing with Application; Ensuring uninterrupted operations during vacations and other time off; Assisting in setting up applications to recognize new property acquisitions, and assist in the archiving of data from sold properties (dispositions); Performing ad hoc report requests for data extracts using SQL and Excel; Responsible for scheduling and performing monthly password changes. 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 SQL DBA candidate must have: Experience with general Windows application support; Understanding of SQL Server concepts; Fluency in the SQL query language; Experience with Microsoft SSIS and SSAS; Experience with MRI, Campground Manager, SmartStream, or other campground, apartment, or hotel reservation system products is a plus.

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Our client is looking for Software Engineers who can take a lead development role for eCRM projects and assist the Global Development Team leaders with their duties. The Software Engineer's responsibilities will include coaching and giving direction to more junior members of the eCRM development team with regard to development techniques, standards documentation and development methodology. The ideal Software Engineer will work to agreed project plans with regard to design, development, testing and implementation processes.

The Software Engineer will be responsible for design and development of technical &#145;Proof of Concepts&#146; and technical prototypes. He/she will document solutions in accordance with agreed quality standards and ensure development is conducted in accordance with processes relating to Standards, Configuration Control, Project Lifecycle Methodologies, Quality Control and Documentation. 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: A minimum of 3 years commercial development experience using JSP, JAVA / J2EE, PL/SQL and Oracle Development are required. Experience with Open Source technologies (Linux, Apache etc) required. ATG technologies is desirable (e.g. Websphere, Dynamo, Weblogic, JBoss.) Application server development experience required. A strong understanding of structured, object oriented development methodologies is needed. Technical project lead experience required. Candidates must be willing to learn new processes and apply to daily work. Working knowledge of Sun Solaris and UNIX environments required. Experience developing solutions utilising a source/version control system and an understanding of deployment issues required. Experience working in diverse global teams needed.

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Join the next wave of high performance enterprise information integration solutions!


Strong demand for our expertise has created multiple openings for data warehousing professionals with 2 to 15 years of experience.



You should have good knowledge of UNIX and one or more databases including Oracle, DB2, Teradata, Informix, and Sybase.



Experience in ETL application design using one or more major ETL tool (Datastage, Ab Initio, or Informatica) is required. In particular, we are looking for several people with Ab Initio experience.
Experience: Experience in one or more Business Intelligence tools (Business Objects, Microstrategy, Cognos, Hyperion) is highly desirable.



If you have hands-on team lead experience in delivering data warehousing solutions we want to talk to you. Applicants must have prior consulting experience and should be willing to travel 100%. Relocation is not necessary. As a member of our team you'll cross-train in all the major data integration and business intelligence technologies.



Other Requirements:



Prefer Chicago/Washington DC based

Must have US citizenship or green card

Must have prior consulting experience (Big five and HP/Knightsbridge experience highly desirable)

Must have a university degree (Masters Degree preferred) in Computer Science or Engineering

Must be fluent in spoken and written English

Must be a high-energy person who enjoys working in teams and solving challenging problems

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We are in search of a Web Developer with 3+ years of professional experience, experience with implementation of one or more web projects, and leadership experience of one or more web projects. Project experience working with multiple disciplines is also needed.

Experience in interactive web design programming and integration with a strong knowledge of usability/functional design document layout, output and assembly is required. Project experience using multiple technologies including HTML, DHTML, JavaScript, CSS, Flash/ActionScript, XML, PHP/MySQL, .NET/SQL is also required.

<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: Web Developer must be fluent in all Graphical and Development applications, (eg. Adobe, BBedit) fluent in rich media development, (Flash, video, etc.) familiar with at least one Internet Web Server, (IIS/SQL, Apache/MySQL) fluent in browser based GUI design and implementation and fluent in all HTML constructs including forms, tables, image maps, frames, browser and platform inconsistencies, FTP clients, embedded objects and Java media. Familiarity with scripting languages &#150; JavaScript, ActionScript and familiarity with middleware &#150; PHP, ASP/.NET Operating Systems &#150; PC, MAC required. The Web Developer will perform quality assurance testing and develop QA strategy. Working knowledge of image making and an understanding of brand-building strategies required. Aesthetic sensibility and a vision of the future of the web needed!

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Our client's headquarters, located in Chicago-land, houses 400 corporate employees including finance, human resources, merchandising, IT, marketing, real estate, supply chain, logistics and inventory management. Currently they have over 250 store and salon locations in over 31 states, with over 8000 store and salon employees and a highly successful eCommerce website. They have experienced consistent growth and 2008 projections include the opening of 60+ additional new locations with combined sales over $1 billion. Their success and growth translates to excellent career opportunities for prospective employees!
Experience: GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE. The Senior Configuration Lead is responsible for configuration changes within SAP WM/MM, in support of user requirements. The individual must be able to demonstrate ability in the design, configuration, & testing, of MM and WM functionality to include but not limited to: Purchase Requisitions, Purchase orders, Material Movements, Transfer Request, Transfer Orders, Reservations, Posting Changes, Stock Transfers, Invoice Verification, Storage Locations, Warehouses, Bins, Master Data Elements, Cycle Counts, pick /pack processes, bill of lading and label formats & other output controls..PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Functions). Leads the configuration of SAP WM and MM modules. Leads document design decisions. Documents configuration and development rationale.. Designs and implements process improvements.. Leads effort in gathering functional requirements and data from business. Prepares functional specifications documents based upon user needs.. 7+ years of actual "hands on" work experience (not just project management but actually HANDS ON). Proven and strong problem resolution/ analytical skills. Proven ability to work independently. Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal. Proven ability to present ideas or demos to large audience. Able to communicate with all levels.. Proven ability to lead technical discussions.. Deep interest to continue to grow technically.. Has working knowledge of ABAP programming.JOB SPECIFICATIONS. SAP WM/MM Lead Analyst is involved in the design and implementation of configurable technology enabled business solutions. He or She functions as integrators, bringing together process and technology solutions to solve business issues.. Responsibilities include, among others, defining business and systems strategy, developing system requirements, designing and prototyping, testing, training, defining support procedures and implementation.. The lead analyst performs accurate analysis and effective diagnosis of user issues and manage day-to-day user relationships.

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About your team - Alliance Management:As part of nation-wide Information Services Group within the Solution Planning and Development organization, Alliance Management pursues product development and distribution partnerships that ISG senior leadership has designated as strategic priorities. In driving out strategies and opportunities, the team serves as the central point of management and decision-making for the company and with the external party.Accountability Statement:Reporting to the Vice-President of Strategic Alliances, the Senior Business Consultant provides analytical and strategic insights to the Alliance Management team. He/she will be required to support team goals in monetizing new partnerships, delivering on revenue growth strategies and executing on select priorities, initiatives. He/she will partner directly with multiple, senior business members and leaders throughout the Information Services Group.This is not an Information Technology Business Analyst position, they seek someone from the business side with strategic expereince.Duties and Responsibilities:Develop approach for and provide well-thought-out, critical business analysis on disparate and wide-ranging topics, situationsPerform market/industry/company research, drawing out key points of interest Summarize analysis and research at an executive levelProject manage select partnership initiativesCreate, refine business cases for existing and prospective opportunitiesFacilitate cross-functional meetingsPresent to senior ISG leadershipRequirements This is not an Information Technology Business Analyst position, they seek someone from the business side with strategic expereince.Undergraduate degree from a well-regarded institution with a demonstrated record of achievement, performanceMBA from top business school MANDATORY...Minimum 1-2 years strategy consulting experience (top consulting firm or strategy unit/role in top company)3-5 years total relevant experience. Preference for Consulting, Information Services or Financial Services Demonstrated analytical ability in solving tough business problems with creative and data-driven solutionsDemonstrated ability to translate high-level direction into clear, actionable recommendations and resultsExperience executing in a cross-functional, team-based environmentHigh degree of flexibility, agility to meet changing business needsComfort operating in high-pressure situationsStrong-interpersonal skills with positive attitude and transparent, collaborative work-ethicOur Client offers competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, a business-casual environment, and a convenient downtown location as well as a free on-site fitness center.WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'SSALARY: Open (based upon experience and qualifications)

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Join the next wave of high performance enterprise information integration solutions!


Strong demand for our expertise has created multiple openings for data warehousing professionals with 2 to 15 years of experience.



You should have good knowledge of UNIX and one or more databases including Oracle, DB2, Teradata, Informix, and Sybase.



Experience in ETL application design using one or more major ETL tool (Datastage, Ab Initio, or Informatica) is required. In particular, we are looking for several people with Ab Initio experience.
Experience: Experience in one or more Business Intelligence tools (Business Objects, Microstrategy, Cognos, Hyperion) is highly desirable.



If you have hands-on team lead experience in delivering data warehousing solutions we want to talk to you. Applicants must have prior consulting experience and should be willing to travel 100%. Relocation is not necessary. As a member of our team you'll cross-train in all the major data integration and business intelligence technologies.



Other Requirements:



Prefer Chicago/Washington DC based

Must have US citizenship or green card

Must have prior consulting experience (Big five and HP/Knightsbridge experience highly desirable)

Must have a university degree (Masters Degree preferred) in Computer Science or Engineering

Must be fluent in spoken and written English

Must be a high-energy person who enjoys working in teams and solving challenging problems

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Responsibilities/Requirements7-10 years of server or client/server systems administration along with MCSE certification (Windows 2003) Root cause analysis on persistent or major server related hardware, software and applications Experience installing, monitoring and maintaining the health of a Windows 2003 Server and Active Directory-based network, especially in a 1,000+ user distributed environment In depth knowledge of the security risks to a Windows 2003 server and the ability to assist with implementation and maintenance of components and applications to protect systems from attack. Experience with disaster recovery planning and execution. Experience supporting HP servers and SAN/NAS solutions along with HP Insight Manager, VMWARE, Microsoft SQL server is desired. Solid knowledge and significant experience with core computer infrastructure services such as DNS, DHCP, FTP, file structures, IP addressing. MCSE, CCNP, or CCIE certifications a BIG PLUS!!Commitment to maintaining knowledge of current hardware and software technology trends through formal certification or education should be demonstrated. * Must have the ability to work in a team environment with a positive disposition. * Must be highly motivated and goal oriented. * Must possess strong organizational skills with the ability to multi-task; and thrive in a busy environment. * Must be a high-energy, self-driven, performance-driven individual. * Consultative experience is also required, preferably in a team-based customer engagement process. RequirementsDo not need to be a Security Systems guru. Just need to have a solid understanding and working knowledge of Security Systems. (working with firewalls, D&R,etc.)MUST have Enterprise level experience. Large environments of 1,000 + users MUST be team player, versatile, must be sharp Techie type and have the right attitude (work hard-play hard) Solid Active Directory, MS-Exchange, CISCO hardware, VPN,WAN/LAN connections Experience with Policy/Process/Procedure assessment helpful. Comfortable in a consultative role, working on short-term and longer term projects. On average projects can run from 3 weeks to 3-4-5 months.NO OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL !!!ALL LOCAL CHICAGO CLIENTS !!Can work either from Loop office or Suburban location.WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'SINCLUDE SALARY HISTORY FOR CONSIDERATIONSALARY: Open (based upon experience and qualifications) Travel required: none Telecommute: no

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Employee must be willing work second shift from 3 pm until 11 pm Thursday through Monday.

" Working knowledge of the following operating systems:
o Unix, especially Solaris, from a command prompt. Exposure to Linux and AIX a plus.
o Windows 2000 Professional and Windows 2000 Server. Networking exposure is vital.
" Experience in Tier 2 support, or extensive experience in Tier 1 support.
" Technical writing skills must be sufficient to document office and application procedures, as well as to provide good written communication in e-mail.
" Verbal communication skills must be sufficient to handle bridgeline calls with multiple attendees, and relay information between technical and management bridgelines.
" Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment with minimal direct supervision, and responsibility for the activities of multiple technicians.


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My downtown client seeks a Database Analyst to join their team on a full- time basis. The Database Analyst will join a small technical team within a 50 employee organization. This is a great opportunity for technical and professional growth, as the junior to mid level Database Analyst will be in a high visibility role. The main functions of this position will consist of approximately 60% development and 40% database administration. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the development and maintenance of relational database design, configuring software and reporting solutions, as well as Assisting with the configuration and maintenance of the client's association management system.
Experience: Candidates MUST HAVE 2+ years of professional experience with SQL Server, .NET Development and Web Services. Experience with Crystal Reports is highly desired.

CANDIDATES PLEASE EMAIL RESUME TO

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We are in search of a Web Developer with 3+ years of professional experience, experience with implementation of one or more web projects, and leadership experience of one or more web projects. Project experience working with multiple disciplines is also needed.

Experience in interactive web design programming and integration with a strong knowledge of usability/functional design document layout, output and assembly is required. Project experience using multiple technologies including HTML, DHTML, JavaScript, CSS, Flash/ActionScript, XML, PHP/MySQL, .NET/SQL is also required.

<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: Web Developer must be fluent in all Graphical and Development applications, (eg. Adobe, BBedit) fluent in rich media development, (Flash, video, etc.) familiar with at least one Internet Web Server, (IIS/SQL, Apache/MySQL) fluent in browser based GUI design and implementation and fluent in all HTML constructs including forms, tables, image maps, frames, browser and platform inconsistencies, FTP clients, embedded objects and Java media. Familiarity with scripting languages &#150; JavaScript, ActionScript and familiarity with middleware &#150; PHP, ASP/.NET Operating Systems &#150; PC, MAC required. The Web Developer will perform quality assurance testing and develop QA strategy. Working knowledge of image making and an understanding of brand-building strategies required. Aesthetic sensibility and a vision of the future of the web needed!

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Job description: The successful candidate will be responsible for managing customer relationships and will be technical enough in the areas of MS Server, Network Infrastructure and Electronic Trading to serve as the primary liaison for the installation/configuration, implementation and onsite support of our Client's software within customer's e-trading environments. This person will also provide proactive customer training, maintain relationships with our customer's technical staff and fully manage the customer's overall experience while using our Client's software.Reporting to the Director of Technical Services this position will involve local travel to our Client's customer**s on-site locations; this person should expect to be **on-site** with the client up to 50% at times. NO OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL!! What Job Entails:The PRE-POST Sales Engineer owns the customer relationship, and splits time 50/50 between office and client sites. Will typically manage 10-15 clients at a time. Must be technically competent and able to converse intelligently with clients IT personnel on issues involving MS Server and Network Infrastructure to ensure systems are optimized for performance and to share best practices. As the PRE-POST Sales Engineer has a sales/relationship role with the client, they can**t be too technical and lack the intangible qualities (personality, relationship building, and trust). Must posses a Polished and Professional demeanor Keys traits in order of importance:Intangible qualities (personality, people skills, relationship building, trust). Fitting into Trading Technologies culture which is very laid back and like family. Lots of freedom with lots of responsibility. Technical Ability (not expert level but a high level of understanding so discussions can be had with the key players in the clients IT environment and troubleshooting can be performed) Industry knowledge of electronic trading systems a huge PLUS!! Responsibilities: Own and manage multiple customer relationships. Drive resolution of customer issues through all means necessary. Develop highly effective relationships across all departments. Escalate technical issues as appropriate. Apply fundamental troubleshooting to each issue skills when issues have been escalated to you before involving support engineers. Provide analysis and recommendations for product enhancement. Understand, prioritize and drive resolution of issues through hands-on involvement and highly effective communication between responsible parties at the client site and our Client. Use project management methodologies to track and drive customer requirements and technical solutions. Desired Experience:Bachelor**s degree preferred Great Soft Skills (this is a heavy client facing position) Knowledge of Network Infrastructure (Cisco experience preferred) Knowledge of MS Server Knowledge of Electronic Trading Software big plus. Required Experience:5+ years experience in a Client/Server Windows based Derivatives Trading environment. Solid grasp of networking concepts. Must be technically savvy; not looking for an **expert** in anything, just someone who is **well-rounded** technically. Friendly and engaging personality Self-motivated (**Go-getter**) Has a **Can-do attitude** Able to effective communicate with support engineers Problem solver Ability to nurture customer relationships is key Highly customer service oriented Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) Effective cross-department communication skills. Team player (very important) as it is a friendly/family kind of team. Trustworthy and detail oriented Ability to coordinate multiple projects simultaneously. The ability to document and communicate problem/resolution and information/action plans. Strong leadership skills. CLIENT IS UNABLE TO SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'SSALARY: Open (based upon experience and qualifications) Travel required: none Telecommute: no
Experience: NO OUT-OF-STATE TRAVEL!!

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Location can be Charlotte, NC or Dallas, TX (DFW area), or Chicago, IL (other locations may also be considered).
Senior firewall engineer capable of managing large scale and complex network environment. Experience with Checkpoint firewall platform and business to business implementations required. Extensive rule set creation and log analysis experience required.




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UI Java Developer contract opportunity in Chicago, IL. Our client is seeking an expert in core Java with GUI development experience. This will be a 6-month initial contract with strong potential for ongoing extensions. Please review the description in detail and respond with complete resume and contact information if you would like to be considered. Resume must contain an email address to be properly handled by our system. Preference is for local candidates, but others with outstanding technical and communication skills will be considered. Must be U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or TN Permit holder. (no 3rd parties).For more information, please contact Linda Manasco 888 690 7767 x231, lmanasco at compupros.com.
Experience: Required Technical Skills:. Expert in Core Java - with GUI development experience . Expert in Web 2.0 application design/development . Good understanding of OOP and GOF design patterns is necessary . Familiarity with GWT, GWT-Ext and AJAX is huge plus . Expertise in CSS and JS a big plus . Hands on front-end layer development experience. . Any Rich client Application development experience (AWT,SWING,SWT) is a plus

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Looking for that special Designer who possesses both Graphic Design skills and the Prepress experience necessary to produce high quality print jobs.

This Graphic Designer / Prepress Production Artist will use Quark, In Design, Illustrator, PPT, Acrobat and Photoshop daily and will communicate and work directly with clients on their design issues and concerns. The Designer will work with and prepare customer supplied files.

<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 will possess:

Strong organizational skills.
A portfolio of design projects.
Self-Motivation.
Ability to work independently and in a group setting.
Problem solving skills.
Understanding of deadlines.
Knowledge of Mac and PC software and hardware including all Graphic applications, Microsoft Office, e-mail, archiving and retrieval applications and FTP and Web Browser file transfers.

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Join the next wave of high performance enterprise information integration solutions!


Strong demand for our expertise has created multiple openings for data warehousing professionals with 2 to 15 years of experience.



You should have good knowledge of UNIX and one or more databases including Oracle, DB2, Teradata, Informix, and Sybase.



Experience in ETL application design using one or more major ETL tool (Datastage, Ab Initio, or Informatica) is required. In particular, we are looking for several people with Ab Initio experience.
Experience: Experience in one or more Business Intelligence tools (Business Objects, Microstrategy, Cognos, Hyperion) is highly desirable.



If you have hands-on team lead experience in delivering data warehousing solutions we want to talk to you. Applicants must have prior consulting experience and should be willing to travel 100%. Relocation is not necessary. As a member of our team you'll cross-train in all the major data integration and business intelligence technologies.



Other Requirements:



Prefer Chicago/Washington DC based

Must have US citizenship or green card

Must have prior consulting experience (Big five and HP/Knightsbridge experience highly desirable)

Must have a university degree (Masters Degree preferred) in Computer Science or Engineering

Must be fluent in spoken and written English

Must be a high-energy person who enjoys working in teams and solving challenging problems

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UI Java Developer contract opportunity in Chicago, IL. Our client is seeking an expert in core Java with GUI development experience. This will be a 6-month initial contract with strong potential for ongoing extensions. Please review the description in detail and respond with complete resume and contact information if you would like to be considered. Resume must contain an email address to be properly handled by our system. Preference is for local candidates, but others with outstanding technical and communication skills will be considered. Must be U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or TN Permit holder. (no 3rd parties).For more information, please contact Linda Manasco 888 690 7767 x231, lmanasco at compupros.com.
Experience: Required Technical Skills:. Expert in Core Java - with GUI development experience . Expert in Web 2.0 application design/development . Good understanding of OOP and GOF design patterns is necessary . Familiarity with GWT, GWT-Ext and AJAX is huge plus . Expertise in CSS and JS a big plus . Hands on front-end layer development experience. . Any Rich client Application development experience (AWT,SWING,SWT) is a plus

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

Looking for that special Designer who possesses both Graphic Design skills and the Prepress experience necessary to produce high quality print jobs.

This Graphic Designer / Prepress Production Artist will use Quark, In Design, Illustrator, PPT, Acrobat and Photoshop daily and will communicate and work directly with clients on their design issues and concerns. The Designer will work with and prepare customer supplied files.

<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 will possess:

Strong organizational skills.
A portfolio of design projects.
Self-Motivation.
Ability to work independently and in a group setting.
Problem solving skills.
Understanding of deadlines.
Knowledge of Mac and PC software and hardware including all Graphic applications, Microsoft Office, e-mail, archiving and retrieval applications and FTP and Web Browser file transfers.

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

Our client's headquarters, located in Chicago-land, houses 400 corporate employees including finance, human resources, merchandising, IT, marketing, real estate, supply chain, logistics and inventory management. Currently they have over 250 store and salon locations in over 31 states, with over 8000 store and salon employees and a highly successful eCommerce website. They have experienced consistent growth and 2008 projections include the opening of 60+ additional new locations with combined sales over $1 billion. Their success and growth translates to excellent career opportunities for prospective employees!
Experience: GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE. The Senior Configuration Lead is responsible for configuration changes within SAP WM/MM, in support of user requirements. The individual must be able to demonstrate ability in the design, configuration, & testing, of MM and WM functionality to include but not limited to: Purchase Requisitions, Purchase orders, Material Movements, Transfer Request, Transfer Orders, Reservations, Posting Changes, Stock Transfers, Invoice Verification, Storage Locations, Warehouses, Bins, Master Data Elements, Cycle Counts, pick /pack processes, bill of lading and label formats & other output controls..PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Functions). Leads the configuration of SAP WM and MM modules. Leads document design decisions. Documents configuration and development rationale.. Designs and implements process improvements.. Leads effort in gathering functional requirements and data from business. Prepares functional specifications documents based upon user needs.. 7+ years of actual "hands on" work experience (not just project management but actually HANDS ON). Proven and strong problem resolution/ analytical skills. Proven ability to work independently. Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal. Proven ability to present ideas or demos to large audience. Able to communicate with all levels.. Proven ability to lead technical discussions.. Deep interest to continue to grow technically.. Has working knowledge of ABAP programming.JOB SPECIFICATIONS. SAP WM/MM Lead Analyst is involved in the design and implementation of configurable technology enabled business solutions. He or She functions as integrators, bringing together process and technology solutions to solve business issues.. Responsibilities include, among others, defining business and systems strategy, developing system requirements, designing and prototyping, testing, training, defining support procedures and implementation.. The lead analyst performs accurate analysis and effective diagnosis of user issues and manage day-to-day user relationships.

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My downtown client seeks a Database Analyst to join their team on a full- time basis. The Database Analyst will join a small technical team within a 50 employee organization. This is a great opportunity for technical and professional growth, as the junior to mid level Database Analyst will be in a high visibility role. The main functions of this position will consist of approximately 60% development and 40% database administration. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the development and maintenance of relational database design, configuring software and reporting solutions, as well as Assisting with the configuration and maintenance of the client's association management system.
Experience: Candidates MUST HAVE 2+ years of professional experience with SQL Server, .NET Development and Web Services. Experience with Crystal Reports is highly desired.

CANDIDATES PLEASE EMAIL RESUME TO

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Employee must be willing work second shift from 3 pm until 11 pm Thursday through Monday.

" Working knowledge of the following operating systems:
o Unix, especially Solaris, from a command prompt. Exposure to Linux and AIX a plus.
o Windows 2000 Professional and Windows 2000 Server. Networking exposure is vital.
" Experience in Tier 2 support, or extensive experience in Tier 1 support.
" Technical writing skills must be sufficient to document office and application procedures, as well as to provide good written communication in e-mail.
" Verbal communication skills must be sufficient to handle bridgeline calls with multiple attendees, and relay information between technical and management bridgelines.
" Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment with minimal direct supervision, and responsibility for the activities of multiple technicians.


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CDI Business Solutions is currently looking to fill multiple Quality Assurance Tester opportunities in Schaumburg, IL. This is a W2 12 month contract. The QA Tester performs individual testing and validation to ensure that the application package installation meets the customer supplied requirements and internal quality guidelines. The QA Tester uses standard scripts and processes to manage day-to-day activities, implement improvements and to assist in problem resolution. Must have proficiency with Windows 2000, XP and Vista. Ability to analyze requirements documents and determines appropriate test cases. Ability to understand expected package behavior and validates results and meets expectations. Experience with SMS and VMware helpful but not required. Preferred Skills: Vista, VBS, JScript or ISScript.

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Our client downtown is looking for an excellent back-end PHP developer to create a seamless dynamic interface with their Internal Database. The candidate will be connecting the front end of the web application to the back end of the application. Past experience doing a project like this will be most desirable for the client. 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: This role requires 5+ years of PHP development, 5+ years of CSS experience and 5+ years of file maker experience (MySQL & HTML).

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We are in search of a Web Developer with 3+ years of professional experience, experience with implementation of one or more web projects, and leadership experience of one or more web projects. Project experience working with multiple disciplines is also needed.

Experience in interactive web design programming and integration with a strong knowledge of usability/functional design document layout, output and assembly is required. Project experience using multiple technologies including HTML, DHTML, JavaScript, CSS, Flash/ActionScript, XML, PHP/MySQL, .NET/SQL is also required.

<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: Web Developer must be fluent in all Graphical and Development applications, (eg. Adobe, BBedit) fluent in rich media development, (Flash, video, etc.) familiar with at least one Internet Web Server, (IIS/SQL, Apache/MySQL) fluent in browser based GUI design and implementation and fluent in all HTML constructs including forms, tables, image maps, frames, browser and platform inconsistencies, FTP clients, embedded objects and Java media. Familiarity with scripting languages &#150; JavaScript, ActionScript and familiarity with middleware &#150; PHP, ASP/.NET Operating Systems &#150; PC, MAC required. The Web Developer will perform quality assurance testing and develop QA strategy. Working knowledge of image making and an understanding of brand-building strategies required. Aesthetic sensibility and a vision of the future of the web needed!

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Location can be Charlotte, NC or Dallas, TX (DFW area), or Chicago, IL (other locations may also be considered).
Senior firewall engineer capable of managing large scale and complex network environment. Experience with Checkpoint firewall platform and business to business implementations required. Extensive rule set creation and log analysis experience required.




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Robert Half Technology is looking for a SAN Engineer to be responsible for the following things: performing hardware troubleshooting, managing spare part inventory, opening trouble tickets and scheduling hardware repairs/service calls. The SAN Engineer will be responsible for hardware inventory, database inventory updates, hardware migrations and removal of end-of-life hardware; responsible for the configuration, testing, implementation and troubleshooting of unix systems &#150; including web services, FTP services, E-Mail, and DNS; responsible for SAN switch configuration (Cisco and Brocade); responsible for SAN storage configuration (EMC and Hitachi); coordinates production environment changes with the computer operations division in order to maintain a stable production environment; hardware inventory, database inventory updates, hardware migrations, and removal of end-of-life hardware. The ideal candidate for this position must have an excellent understanding of replication (SRDF,TrueCopy); ability to collect and analyze performance data, troubleshoot bottlenecks and verbally explain issues to large groups. This is an ongoing opportunities 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: 7+ years of storage area network experience is required for this position.

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We are currently seeking to fill three Pre-sales Engineer positions for our client in Chicago, IL. We invite you to review the position requirements below and apply today if your skills match our need.

Overview:
The highly motivated self-starter who fills this position is responsible for the overall technical architecture and design of internetworking and wireless mesh solutions. The Pre-sales Engineer performs comprehensive discovery analysis and definition of client issues and documents implementation in the form of a technical (blue-print) solution. The Pre-sales Engineer will design leading-edge solutions containing a wide variety of technologies.

Responsibilities:
- Provide consultation and design services
- Determine scope and developing proposals
- Provide pre-sales consulting support
- Coordinate installation, migration, consolidation and support plans
- Ensure all projects deliver a quality product on schedule with a completely satisfied customer
- Develop high-level professional relationships with customer
- Ensure company is delivering the required service(s)
- Provide documentation for configurations and processes

Requirements:
- 5+ years experience in the network industry
- Detailed knowledge of LAN and WAN technologies
- Detailed knowledge in Cisco Wireless and Wireless Mesh technologies
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to recognize business opportunities
- Willingness to travel

Preferred Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in computer science or business with equivalent experience
- Industry certifications (CCIE, CCNP)
- Pre-sales support experience

Apply now if your skills and experience are a good match for the position and remember this: At Harvey Nash, the door to opportunity is always wide open.

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

Join the next wave of high performance enterprise information integration solutions!


Strong demand for our expertise has created multiple openings for data warehousing professionals with 2 to 15 years of experience.



You should have good knowledge of UNIX and one or more databases including Oracle, DB2, Teradata, Informix, and Sybase.



Experience in ETL application design using one or more major ETL tool (Datastage, Ab Initio, or Informatica) is required. In particular, we are looking for several people with Ab Initio experience.
Experience: Experience in one or more Business Intelligence tools (Business Objects, Microstrategy, Cognos, Hyperion) is highly desirable.



If you have hands-on team lead experience in delivering data warehousing solutions we want to talk to you. Applicants must have prior consulting experience and should be willing to travel 100%. Relocation is not necessary. As a member of our team you'll cross-train in all the major data integration and business intelligence technologies.



Other Requirements:



Prefer Chicago/Washington DC based

Must have US citizenship or green card

Must have prior consulting experience (Big five and HP/Knightsbridge experience highly desirable)

Must have a university degree (Masters Degree preferred) in Computer Science or Engineering

Must be fluent in spoken and written English

Must be a high-energy person who enjoys working in teams and solving challenging problems

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

Looking for that special Designer who possesses both Graphic Design skills and the Prepress experience necessary to produce high quality print jobs.

This Graphic Designer / Prepress Production Artist will use Quark, In Design, Illustrator, PPT, Acrobat and Photoshop daily and will communicate and work directly with clients on their design issues and concerns. The Designer will work with and prepare customer supplied files.

<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 will possess:

Strong organizational skills.
A portfolio of design projects.
Self-Motivation.
Ability to work independently and in a group setting.
Problem solving skills.
Understanding of deadlines.
Knowledge of Mac and PC software and hardware including all Graphic applications, Microsoft Office, e-mail, archiving and retrieval applications and FTP and Web Browser file transfers.

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

Employee must be willing work second shift from 3 pm until 11 pm Thursday through Monday.

" Working knowledge of the following operating systems:
o Unix, especially Solaris, from a command prompt. Exposure to Linux and AIX a plus.
o Windows 2000 Professional and Windows 2000 Server. Networking exposure is vital.
" Experience in Tier 2 support, or extensive experience in Tier 1 support.
" Technical writing skills must be sufficient to document office and application procedures, as well as to provide good written communication in e-mail.
" Verbal communication skills must be sufficient to handle bridgeline calls with multiple attendees, and relay information between technical and management bridgelines.
" Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment with minimal direct supervision, and responsibility for the activities of multiple technicians.


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

Location can be Charlotte, NC or Dallas, TX (DFW area), or Chicago, IL (other locations may also be considered).
Senior firewall engineer capable of managing large scale and complex network environment. Experience with Checkpoint firewall platform and business to business implementations required. Extensive rule set creation and log analysis experience required.




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

We are in search of a Web Developer with 3+ years of professional experience, experience with implementation of one or more web projects, and leadership experience of one or more web projects. Project experience working with multiple disciplines is also needed.

Experience in interactive web design programming and integration with a strong knowledge of usability/functional design document layout, output and assembly is required. Project experience using multiple technologies including HTML, DHTML, JavaScript, CSS, Flash/ActionScript, XML, PHP/MySQL, .NET/SQL is also required.

<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: Web Developer must be fluent in all Graphical and Development applications, (eg. Adobe, BBedit) fluent in rich media development, (Flash, video, etc.) familiar with at least one Internet Web Server, (IIS/SQL, Apache/MySQL) fluent in browser based GUI design and implementation and fluent in all HTML constructs including forms, tables, image maps, frames, browser and platform inconsistencies, FTP clients, embedded objects and Java media. Familiarity with scripting languages &#150; JavaScript, ActionScript and familiarity with middleware &#150; PHP, ASP/.NET Operating Systems &#150; PC, MAC required. The Web Developer will perform quality assurance testing and develop QA strategy. Working knowledge of image making and an understanding of brand-building strategies required. Aesthetic sensibility and a vision of the future of the web needed!

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

We are currently seeking to fill three Pre-sales Engineer positions for our client in Chicago, IL. We invite you to review the position requirements below and apply today if your skills match our need.

Overview:
The highly motivated self-starter who fills this position is responsible for the overall technical architecture and design of internetworking and wireless mesh solutions. The Pre-sales Engineer performs comprehensive discovery analysis and definition of client issues and documents implementation in the form of a technical (blue-print) solution. The Pre-sales Engineer will design leading-edge solutions containing a wide variety of technologies.

Responsibilities:
- Provide consultation and design services
- Determine scope and developing proposals
- Provide pre-sales consulting support
- Coordinate installation, migration, consolidation and support plans
- Ensure all projects deliver a quality product on schedule with a completely satisfied customer
- Develop high-level professional relationships with customer
- Ensure company is delivering the required service(s)
- Provide documentation for configurations and processes

Requirements:
- 5+ years experience in the network industry
- Detailed knowledge of LAN and WAN technologies
- Detailed knowledge in Cisco Wireless and Wireless Mesh technologies
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to recognize business opportunities
- Willingness to travel

Preferred Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in computer science or business with equivalent experience
- Industry certifications (CCIE, CCNP)
- Pre-sales support experience

Apply now if your skills and experience are a good match for the position and remember this: At Harvey Nash, the door to opportunity is always wide open.

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

Our client's headquarters, located in Chicago-land, houses 400 corporate employees including finance, human resources, merchandising, IT, marketing, real estate, supply chain, logistics and inventory management. Currently they have over 250 store and salon locations in over 31 states, with over 8000 store and salon employees and a highly successful eCommerce website. They have experienced consistent growth and 2008 projections include the opening of 60+ additional new locations with combined sales over $1 billion. Their success and growth translates to excellent career opportunities for prospective employees!
Experience: GENERAL SUMMARY & SCOPE. The Senior Configuration Lead is responsible for configuration changes within SAP WM/MM, in support of user requirements. The individual must be able to demonstrate ability in the design, configuration, & testing, of MM and WM functionality to include but not limited to: Purchase Requisitions, Purchase orders, Material Movements, Transfer Request, Transfer Orders, Reservations, Posting Changes, Stock Transfers, Invoice Verification, Storage Locations, Warehouses, Bins, Master Data Elements, Cycle Counts, pick /pack processes, bill of lading and label formats & other output controls..PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Functions). Leads the configuration of SAP WM and MM modules. Leads document design decisions. Documents configuration and development rationale.. Designs and implements process improvements.. Leads effort in gathering functional requirements and data from business. Prepares functional specifications documents based upon user needs.. 7+ years of actual "hands on" work experience (not just project management but actually HANDS ON). Proven and strong problem resolution/ analytical skills. Proven ability to work independently. Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal. Proven ability to present ideas or demos to large audience. Able to communicate with all levels.. Proven ability to lead technical discussions.. Deep interest to continue to grow technically.. Has working knowledge of ABAP programming.JOB SPECIFICATIONS. SAP WM/MM Lead Analyst is involved in the design and implementation of configurable technology enabled business solutions. He or She functions as integrators, bringing together process and technology solutions to solve business issues.. Responsibilities include, among others, defining business and systems strategy, developing system requirements, designing and prototyping, testing, training, defining support procedures and implementation.. The lead analyst performs accurate analysis and effective diagnosis of user issues and manage day-to-day user relationships.

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

CDI Business Solutions is currently looking to fill multiple Quality Assurance Tester opportunities in Schaumburg, IL. This is a W2 12 month contract. The QA Tester performs individual testing and validation to ensure that the application package installation meets the customer supplied requirements and internal quality guidelines. The QA Tester uses standard scripts and processes to manage day-to-day activities, implement improvements and to assist in problem resolution. Must have proficiency with Windows 2000, XP and Vista. Ability to analyze requirements documents and determines appropriate test cases. Ability to understand expected package behavior and validates results and meets expectations. Experience with SMS and VMware helpful but not required. Preferred Skills: Vista, VBS, JScript or ISScript.

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

My downtown client seeks a Database Analyst to join their team on a full- time basis. The Database Analyst will join a small technical team within a 50 employee organization. This is a great opportunity for technical and professional growth, as the junior to mid level Database Analyst will be in a high visibility role. The main functions of this position will consist of approximately 60% development and 40% database administration. Specific duties include, but are not limited to the development and maintenance of relational database design, configuring software and reporting solutions, as well as Assisting with the configuration and maintenance of the client's association management system.
Experience: Candidates MUST HAVE 2+ years of professional experience with SQL Server, .NET Development and Web Services. Experience with Crystal Reports is highly desired.

CANDIDATES PLEASE EMAIL RESUME TO

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UI Java Developer contract opportunity in Chicago, IL. Our client is seeking an expert in core Java with GUI development experience. This will be a 6-month initial contract with strong potential for ongoing extensions. Please review the description in detail and respond with complete resume and contact information if you would like to be considered. Resume must contain an email address to be properly handled by our system. Preference is for local candidates, but others with outstanding technical and communication skills will be considered. Must be U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or TN Permit holder. (no 3rd parties).For more information, please contact Linda Manasco 888 690 7767 x231, lmanasco at compupros.com.
Experience: Required Technical Skills:. Expert in Core Java - with GUI development experience . Expert in Web 2.0 application design/development . Good understanding of OOP and GOF design patterns is necessary . Familiarity with GWT, GWT-Ext and AJAX is huge plus . Expertise in CSS and JS a big plus . Hands on front-end layer development experience. . Any Rich client Application development experience (AWT,SWING,SWT) is a plus

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

Looking for that special person who possesses both Graphic Design skills and the Prepress experience necessary to produce high quality print jobs.

The ideal candidate will possess:

Strong organizational skills.
A portfolio of design projects.
Self-Motivation.
Ability to work independently and in a group setting.
Problem solving skills.
Understanding of deadlines.
Knowledge of Mac and PC software and hardware including all Graphic applications, MS Office, e-mail, archiving and retrieval applications and FTP and Web Browser file transfers.


<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: Job functions:

Daily use of Quark, In Design, Illustrator, PPT, Acrobat and Photoshop Communicate and work directly with clients on their design issues and concerns. Working with and preparing customer supplied files.

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Our client is requesting a QA Manager. The QA Manager will be developing test strategies, test plans and test cases. Regression, Functional and Production testing are test cases that will need to be created and executed as well. The QA Manager must also produce testing scenarios and test scripts for all systems. The ideal candidate will have experience moving a manual testing environment to an automated environment. If you have managed a team before, this is a great way to implement those skills! 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: Experience in a Trading environment is crucial for this position. Candidates with 2+ years experience with shell scripting in a Linux/Solaris environment and 3+ years experience as a QA Manager with strong documentation skills, methodologies, and experience writing functional requirements, please contact our recruiters today!

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UI Java Developer contract opportunity in Chicago, IL. Our client is seeking an expert in core Java with GUI development experience. This will be a 6-month initial contract with strong potential for ongoing extensions. Please review the description in detail and respond with complete resume and contact information if you would like to be considered. Resume must contain an email address to be properly handled by our system. Preference is for local candidates, but others with outstanding technical and communication skills will be considered. Must be U.S. Citizen, Permanent Resident or TN Permit holder. (no 3rd parties).For more information, please contact Linda Manasco 888 690 7767 x231, lmanasco at compupros.com.
Experience: Required Technical Skills:. Expert in Core Java - with GUI development experience . Expert in Web 2.0 application design/development . Good understanding of OOP and GOF design patterns is necessary . Familiarity with GWT, GWT-Ext and AJAX is huge plus . Expertise in CSS and JS a big plus . Hands on front-end layer development experience. . Any Rich client Application development experience (AWT,SWING,SWT) is a plus

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Employee must be willing work second shift from 3 pm until 11 pm Thursday through Monday.

" Working knowledge of the following operating systems:
o Unix, especially Solaris, from a command prompt. Exposure to Linux and AIX a plus.
o Windows 2000 Professional and Windows 2000 Server. Networking exposure is vital.
" Experience in Tier 2 support, or extensive experience in Tier 1 support.
" Technical writing skills must be sufficient to document office and application procedures, as well as to provide good written communication in e-mail.
" Verbal communication skills must be sufficient to handle bridgeline calls with multiple attendees, and relay information between technical and management bridgelines.
" Ability to work in a high-stress, fast-paced environment with minimal direct supervision, and responsibility for the activities of multiple technicians.


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Looking for a high-level Network Engineer / Lead to assist in the Firm-wide configuration, maintenance, and support of all network hardware including cisco and juniper routers, nortel, extreme and cisco switches as well as cisco wireless access-points. Knowledge of ASA and netscreen firewalls is a plus. In-depth knowledge of spanning-tree, vlans, tcp/ip, rip, ospf, qos vrrp and vpn technologies required. Candidate must also possess strong verbal/written communication, and interpersonal skills. The Network Engineer / Lead must be available to support a 24x7 environment.
Experience: The Network Engineer / Lead must have knowledge and experience with support and maintenance of cisco, juniper routers, and nortel cisco and extreme switches. Knowledge and experience with supporting rip ospf, vpn, tcp/ip, spanning-tree, vlans and qos required.

Professional certification ccna, ccnp, jncia, jncip or other. B.A. in computer science or significant equivalent experience. Capable of working independently with little supervision. They must have the ability to deal effectively with technical and non-technical staff and firm client personnel. The ability to effectively troubleshoot and repair complex network problems, ability and willingness to learn, and strong verbal and written communications skills.

Please contact

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CDI Business Solutions is currently looking to fill multiple Quality Assurance Tester opportunities in Schaumburg, IL. This is a W2 12 month contract. The QA Tester performs individual testing and validation to ensure that the application package installation meets the customer supplied requirements and internal quality guidelines. The QA Tester uses standard scripts and processes to manage day-to-day activities, implement improvements and to assist in problem resolution. Must have proficiency with Windows 2000, XP and Vista. Ability to analyze requirements documents and determines appropriate test cases. Ability to understand expected package behavior and validates results and meets expectations. Experience with SMS and VMware helpful but not required. Preferred Skills: Vista, VBS, JScript or ISScript.

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Previous Experience:
3-5+ years of professional experience
Implementation of one or more web projects
Leadership of one or more web projects
Project experience working with multiple disciplines

Technical Expertise:
Experience in interactive web design programming and integration with a strong knowledge of usability/functional design document layout, output and assembly. Project experience using multiple technologies including HTML, DHTML, JavaScript, CSS, Flash/ActionScript, XML, PHP/MySQL, .NET/SQL.

<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: Fluent in all Graphical and Development applications (eg. Adobe, BBedit) Fluent in rich media development (Flash, video, etc.) Familiarity with at least one Internet Web Server (IIS/SQL, Apache/MySQL) Fluent in browser based GUI design and implementation Fluent in all HTML constructs including forms, tables, image maps, frames, browser and platform inconsistencies, FTP clients, embedded objects and Java media Familiarity with scripting languages &#150; JavaScript, ActionScript Familiarity with middleware &#150; PHP, ASP/.NET Operating Systems &#150; PC, MAC Perform quality assurance testing and develop QA strategy Working knowledge of image making Understanding of brand-building strategies Aesthetic sensibility and a vision of the future of the web

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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 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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We are currently seeking to fill three Pre-sales Engineer positions for our client in Chicago, IL. We invite you to review the position requirements below and apply today if your skills match our need.

Overview:
The highly motivated self-starter who fills this position is responsible for the overall technical architecture and design of internetworking and wireless mesh solutions. The Pre-sales Engineer performs comprehensive discovery analysis and definition of client issues and documents implementation in the form of a technical (blue-print) solution. The Pre-sales Engineer will design leading-edge solutions containing a wide variety of technologies.

Responsibilities:
- Provide consultation and design services
- Determine scope and developing proposals
- Provide pre-sales consulting support
- Coordinate installation, migration, consolidation and support plans
- Ensure all projects deliver a quality product on schedule with a completely satisfied customer
- Develop high-level professional relationships with customer
- Ensure company is delivering the required service(s)
- Provide documentation for configurations and processes

Requirements:
- 5+ years experience in the network industry
- Detailed knowledge of LAN and WAN technologies
- Detailed knowledge in Cisco Wireless and Wireless Mesh technologies
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to recognize business opportunities
- Willingness to travel

Preferred Requirements:
- Bachelors degree in computer science or business with equivalent experience
- Industry certifications (CCIE, CCNP)
- Pre-sales support experience

Apply now if your skills and experience are a good match for the position and remember this: At Harvey Nash, the door to opportunity is always wide open.

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Robert Half Technology is looking for a Solution Architect to develop and articulate solutions based on a customer's strategic business or technical requirements ascertained from working with multiple business units across the customer's organization. The Solution Architect will develop proposed solutions. The ideal candidate for this position will be a major contributor to the development of the Statement of work document reflecting the deployment of customer implementation. The Architect will prepare the technical solutions architectural and implementation design documents. The solution Architect will lead the implementation of an engagement and participate in the installation, customization, and integration of the solution. He/She will participate, as needed, as a technical expert in the pre-sales qualification and is responsible for the delivery of the technical architectural design, strategies, and plans that will be delivered in the engagement. The ideal candidate for this position will maintain awareness of existing or potential customer software/hardware situations and proactively alert the project management, product management, systems engineering, and customer facing groups of potential problems based upon strong working knowledge of software/hardware compatibility within the customer's environment. This is an ongoing opportunity with 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: Passion for data development and help design strategies are musts for this position. Product experience in marketing or purchasing departments is considered a plus.

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Join the next wave of high performance enterprise information integration solutions!


Strong demand for our expertise has created multiple openings for data warehousing professionals with 2 to 15 years of experience.



You should have good knowledge of UNIX and one or more databases including Oracle, DB2, Teradata, Informix, and Sybase.



Experience in ETL application design using one or more major ETL tool (Datastage, Ab Initio, or Informatica) is required. In particular, we are looking for several people with Ab Initio experience.
Experience: Experience in one or more Business Intelligence tools (Business Objects, Microstrategy, Cognos, Hyperion) is highly desirable.



If you have hands-on team lead experience in delivering data warehousing solutions we want to talk to you. Applicants must have prior consulting experience and should be willing to travel 100%. Relocation is not necessary. As a member of our team you'll cross-train in all the major data integration and business intelligence technologies.



Other Requirements:



Prefer Chicago/Washington DC based

Must have US citizenship or green card

Must have prior consulting experience (Big five and HP/Knightsbridge experience highly desirable)

Must have a university degree (Masters Degree preferred) in Computer Science or Engineering

Must be fluent in spoken and written English

Must be a high-energy person who enjoys working in teams and solving challenging problems

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