Transition Policy Contractor - Information Security - Remote Opportunity in Chicago, IL

Genesis10 is seeking a Transition Policy Contractor on a 6 month contract basis for a major client in Charlotte, NC. This position can be worked remotely from anywhere in the US, but candidates would have to be available to work on an Eastern Standard Time schedule.


Experience: Required Skills/Experience:
- Must have Information Security background.
- In depth information security policies knowledge.
- Will be assisting with research and analysis of security policies during transition.
- Financial industry experience a must with a very strong policies background.

Preferred Skills/Experience:
- CISO experience preferred: CISSP, CISA, or CISM certifications.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a winning team. Take your career to the next level and turn your interest into action. Apply Now! Or, send your WORD resume to . The only way to learn more is by taking the next step.

Genesis10 is a business and technology consulting company specializing in project management, business analysis, business transformation and large-scale systems infrastructure and application integration. Genesis10 services a variety of industries including banking and financial services, insurance, energy, manufacturing, healthcare, telecommunications and more. At Genesis10, we recognize that our consultants are our most powerful resource. Selecting only the most talented and experienced consultants provides our clients with the best the industry has to offer. We take pride in attracting the world's finest business and technology consultants.

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Freelance Graphic Designer in Chicago, IL

Our clients include a variety of advertising agencies and corporations throughout the Chicago area. We are constantly seeking out Graphic Designers with portfolios that exemplify work ranging from print to POS to packaging and direct mail. Great opportunities for the right candidates!<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: 3+ years of professional design experience.
Must be an expert in Phototshop, Illustrator and InDesign with Quark a plus.

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Freelance Senior Content Strategists Wanted! in Chicago, IL

We have several opportunities for Senior Content Strategists. Our clients are looking for professionals with 7+ years to help lead and develop content for clients. In these opportunities, you must identify and develop content that is brand specific and user friendly. You will be working with various stakeholders and team members to manage and develop content and also analyze the effectiveness of content and make suggestions and recommendations to clients.









<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: To be considered for these freelance opportunities, you must have 7+ years working in a content strategy. You must have thorough knowledge of assessing client content to identify strengths an weaknesses. Also, at identifying new opportunities to deliver brand message. You must know how to develop content that gains maximum exposure for clients as wells as be familiar with testing and analytics.

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Senior Oracle Developer II in Chicago, IL

Duties: You will work in an Oracle E-Business suite (manufacturing and finance. You will work with Oracle tools as Oracle 9i databases, Oracle developer, SQL, PL/SQL, and XML, Oracle fusion middleware, JD Developer, Oracle application framework (ADF) and Business Objects. As a senior developer, you will help in planning, design, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of Oracle application. In addition, you will work on delivery/strategy, application solutions and customers defining requirements, develop and implement solutions. 90% of your time will be doing development and 10% dealing with 4 business analyst.
Experience: Required: Oracle Application Framework, SQL, PL/SQL, stored procedures, forms 6i, Oracle ERP development.

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SAP Project Manager in Chicago, IL

We are currently seeking to fill an SAP Project Manager position for our client in Chicago, IL. We invite you to review the position requirements below and apply today if your skills match our need.

Location: Chicago
Wage: base plus bonus
Travel: required to Racine WI.

Summary:
The core focus of this role is to effectively support and manage SAP projects including the scoping, planning, budget, governance, deliverables, etc. within the projects constraints (scope, budget, time) in alignment with the ASAP methodology.

The PM will be reporting directly to the Head of the Project Management. The ideal candidate will have additional responsibilities to support the introduction and implementation of Project Management procedures to provide a consistent Company approach and to more efficiently deliver projects.

The role will require travel to Racine, WI and Customer on site activity.

Key Attributes:
Your personality is critical. You will be an animated, outgoing person who brings life to the workplace and maintains a positive attitude in all aspects of your job. You will be dynamic with a get up and go attitude. But most importantly, you will have an attention to detail that you bring to everything you do.

Good communication skills is an essential attribute as the role will involve Senior Management integration both internally and with Customers, as well as running internal Project management related training sessions.

Educational Qualifications: Degree level or higher.

Core Responsibilities:
- Own SAP projects from scoping through to a successful delivery including pre-sales interaction
- Deliver projects to scope, budget, and time
- Manage project schedules using MS Project and MS Excel tools/templates
- Provide regular project status reports
- Manage project risks
- Manage project change control
- Attend senior management meetings
- Facilitate project governance at all levels. Introduce best practice project management processes to projects
- Manage the internal and external team members. Support the personal development of the team members
- Support the development of other project managers within the organization
- Manage and grow client relationships
- Preparation and delivery of Customer pre-sales presentations
- Support the growth of the PM Capability with new technologies

Key Requirements:
- SAP project experience is essential. Must have managed multiple full life cycle implementations with full responsibility for the plan and budget. Consultancy experience is an advantage.
- History of managing SAP projects is essential
- Experience of managing fixed price projects as well as time and material projects.
- Must demonstrate the ability to manage high pressure projects.
- Has had responsibility for managing budgets/commercial for Million + projects with Consultant and Business presence
- Will need to demonstrate knowledge of project methodologies and controls. Knowledge of Prince 2 and ASAP are preferable but not essential.
- Knowledge of SAP Solution Manager is a distinct advantage
- Will need to have a good culture fit within company, with an appropriate management style
- Familiarity with the Microsoft products is essential, in particular MS Project, MS Excel, MS Word
- Will need to have excellent organizational and communication skills as the role will involve interaction with multiple projects in parallel and with people at all levels
- The role will involve travel to Customer sites and also to the company offices. As a consulting role there is an obvious requirement for the candidate to be able to spend nights away from home to support projects and/or company activities.

Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary plus bonus
- Family Healthcare cover
- Life Insurance
- 25 days holiday
- Comprehensive Expenses policy

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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Technical Architect in Chicago, IL

Our client currently has an opening in Chicago for a Technical Architect with strong drive and experience in web architecture, web design, application lifecycle development and consulting. This position will require the ability to provide guidance on web development efforts, as well as work with the client on current and future state web architecture. In this role the Technical Architect will be emphasizing 3 main areas of architectural engineering: (1) solution architecture, (2) implementation architecture, and (3) product architecture.

This position is 75% Application Architect and 25% Enterprise Architect. Will require the ability for high travel.
Experience: MUST HAVE:

7+ years of experience in software engineering and architecture. 2+ years of Content Management Experience (FatWire, Vignette etc.). Expert knowledge and hands-on experience with J2EE and Web Services (SOAP, WSDL). Expert knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle and Methodologies (waterfall, unified, iterative, agile, etc). Expert knowledge of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) design and Services as Software (SAS) design concepts Strong relational database skills is a big plus.

Serious candidates can send their resumes to:

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Creative Technology / Senior Flash Build Engineer in Chicago, IL

The Senior Flash Engineer (SFE) is responsible for architecture and development of rich media applications on the Macromedia Flash platform, and for owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, supervision of junior team members, enhancing departmental frameworks and procedures, and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. Other responsibilities include project estimation, providing detailed documentation, mentoring of other members of the team, and enhancement of the Engineering Group's rich media application frameworks and toolsets.



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1. 3-5 years of Flash/ActionScript software programming experience, specializing in rich web applications

2. Thorough familiarity with object-oriented concepts, design patterns & anti-patterns

3. Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to rich media web applications

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

5. Familiarity with the Extreme Programming (XP) methodology.

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

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

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

9. Knowledge of non-flash web development platforms (Microsoft.NET, Java/J2EE) is a plus, but not required.



Planning/Analysis

Creates architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features as specified by senior resources

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.

Mentors more junior team members

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

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form. Must be able to speak and write confidently in client-facing situations.







Execution

Follows and contributes to 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, particularly Project Managers, proactively communicating status and issues.

Able to consider several alternatives, which may not be clearly defined, where problems are similar but not identical to past experiences, where information is incomplete and answers are typically sought outside of the work area. Able to effectively present rationale for identified solution.

Able to anticipate, assess and respond to development problems, working with the appropriate resources to resolve them.

Able to maintain attention to details while also understanding the big picture as it relates to assigned development tasks.

Able to clearly present thorough, accurate and organized technical material in written and oral form.

Able to improve knowledge of current Web-based technology, products and tools through self-study.

Able to foster attitudes, conditions, and environments that yield improved quality and quantity of individual and team performance.



Maintains a current working knowledge or preferably a proficiency in most or all of the following:

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Freelance Front End Web Developer in Chicago, IL

Contract to Hire (junior to midlevel) Front End Web Developer
-CSS, Javascript, HTML
-20% creative 80% technical
-off shore team providing the files
-comfortable working with databases, IT
-creating html templates<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: Ability to work with servers (getting files to/from), Interactive, CSS, Java Script, HTML
2+ years experience in JavaScript

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Freelance Front-End Web Developers wanted! in CHicago, IL

Our client is an outstanding University located on Chicago's South side. They are looking for a freelance web developer for a long term freelance opportunity.

In this project you will be responsible for maintaining and updating several websites and micro sites. You need to be versed in the following programs CSS, XHTML, HTML, Javascript, and XML. Is is a PLUS if you know AJAX and C#.

You must also have previous experience working in Photoshop and Fireworks and understand how to test web pages cross platform in the most popular browsers.

Last but not least, as you are interacting with several different groups, you must good communication skills are a must. Being able to explain sometimes complicated matters to people with little technical skill comes in handy more often than not. The ability to multi-task and juggle multiple projects is also essential.<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: To be considered for this job opportunity you must 2+ years experience in front end web development. You must have samples to show. You must be an expert in HTML, XML, CSS, DHTML and Javascript. Experience working with ASP.net, AJAX, and C# is a HUGE plus.

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Cisco Engineer in Chicago, IL

Currently seeking Cisco Certified engineers & technicians with a variety of certs and experience. Responsible for the planning, programming, installation, maintenance, and training for CPE equipment at various locations. Traditional telephony skills and experience helpful. Please forward resume & salary history / requirements via email to: ciscotech@ wnytech. com or fax to 716-995-0707

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BI Developer/Analyst in Chicago, IL

We are currently seeking to fill a BI Developer/Analyst position for our client in Chicago, IL. We invite you to review the position requirements below and apply today if your skills match our need.

Overview:
You will be expected to get involved in a variety of interesting and varied projects, working with an exceptional group of consultants with plenty of opportunities to increase your skill set. The majority of the work will be hands on NetWeaver BI there will be opportunities to develop and grow Business Objects skills. The majority of work will be based on client sites, helping them solve their BI problems however there will also be the opportunity to get involved in a number of internal initiatives and Sales activities.

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic company and to help it grow. You will get experience of a wide range of technical and client issues and get exposure to new technical areas within SAPs BI products.

The Consultant will report into their Project Manager or Capability Lead. The role is 37.5 hours per week and the working time is 09:00 - 17:30. Flexibility is however needed, as there may be more demanding client requirements at times.

Desired Skills and Experience:
- Good core NetWeaver BI skills, Query designer, Web Application designer, RSA1 etc.
- Design and develop internal initiatives from end to end with minimum supervision
- Write thorough technical specifications.
- Suggest multiple solutions where applicable and analyse which should be chosen.
- Be able to quickly add value on a client site by rapidly understanding a new solution.
- Provide accurate estimates of how long your work will take to complete.
- Understand and adapt to client needs rapidly.
- Communicate effectively with clients at all levels of the organisation and build strong working relationships with the client.
- Prepare presentation standard material
- Help with pre-sales work and present demonstrations to clients.
- Present training courses at client sites
- Good communication skills
- Team-working skills
- Fast-learner and able to adapt to change
- Effective problem-solving
- Strong intellectual capability (for ex. A 2:1 degree or higher from a well-respected university or other equivalent)

Location: Client' Chicago Office. Work from overseas is also sometimes requested.

Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary plus bonus
- Family Private Healthcare cover
- Life Insurance
- Comprehensive Expenses policy

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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QA Analyst (Job #9204) in Chicago, IL

SMARTSOURCE is currently working on a 6 month project in Schaumburg, IL for a QA Analyst

Job Type: contract
Duration: 6 months
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: $35-$40 an hour

Description:
QA analyst will be responsible for complex & highly integrated software
systems that are internally developed. Requirements or use cases may be
basic or advanced. Analyst must be very experienced at deriving testable
requirements rapidly under less than ideal conditions. Analyst must be very
experienced at developing test strategies, detailed test plans, test cases,
test data, test coverage, and reporting status. Experience with a formal QA
methodology is required, along with experience determining what to optimize
for an aggressive schedule without violating the integrity of a test.
Ability to prioritize and multi task is critical. Ability to work in a team
environment among others with multiple competing priorities is critical.
Ability to be flexible with schedule is critical. While this is billed a 40
hour position, overtime is a possibility as well as weekend work.

Required Skills & Experience:
LoadRunner Yes 1 Novice 3-4 Within 1 Year 2 - 4 Years
Perl Yes 3 Novice 3-4 Within 2 Years 1 - 2 Years
ClearQuest Yes 3 Novice 1-2 Within 2 Years 1 - 2 Years
SQL Server Yes 2 Intermediate 5-6 Currently Using 2 - 4 Years
ClearCase Yes 3 Novice 1-2 Within 2 Years 1 - 2 Years
Test Scripting Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
Java Yes 3 Novice 3-4 Within 2 Years 2 - 4 Years
SQL Yes 2 Intermediate 5-6 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
Linux Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Within 1 Year 4 - 6 Years
Load Testing Yes 1 Intermediate 5-6 Within 1 Year 2 - 4 Years
Unix Shell Scripting Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
Tester Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
UNIX Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
FIX Protocol Yes 2 Novice 3-4 Within 2 Years 2 - 4 Years

resumes can be sent to:


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Freelance Graphic Designer in Chicago, IL

Our clients include a variety of advertising agencies and corporations throughout the Chicago area. We are constantly seeking out Graphic Designers with portfolios that exemplify work ranging from print to POS to packaging and direct mail. Great opportunities for the right candidates!<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: 3+ years of professional design experience.
Must be an expert in Phototshop, Illustrator and InDesign with Quark a plus.

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

Freelance Front-End Web Developers wanted! in CHicago, IL

Our client is an outstanding University located on Chicago's South side. They are looking for a freelance web developer for a long term freelance opportunity.

In this project you will be responsible for maintaining and updating several websites and micro sites. You need to be versed in the following programs CSS, XHTML, HTML, Javascript, and XML. Is is a PLUS if you know AJAX and C#.

You must also have previous experience working in Photoshop and Fireworks and understand how to test web pages cross platform in the most popular browsers.

Last but not least, as you are interacting with several different groups, you must good communication skills are a must. Being able to explain sometimes complicated matters to people with little technical skill comes in handy more often than not. The ability to multi-task and juggle multiple projects is also essential.<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: To be considered for this job opportunity you must 2+ years experience in front end web development. You must have samples to show. You must be an expert in HTML, XML, CSS, DHTML and Javascript. Experience working with ASP.net, AJAX, and C# is a HUGE plus.

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

Cisco Engineer in Chicago, IL

Currently seeking Cisco Certified engineers & technicians with a variety of certs and experience. Responsible for the planning, programming, installation, maintenance, and training for CPE equipment at various locations. Traditional telephony skills and experience helpful. Please forward resume & salary history / requirements via email to: ciscotech@ wnytech. com or fax to 716-995-0707

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Freelance Senior Content Strategists Wanted! in Chicago, IL

We have several opportunities for Senior Content Strategists. Our clients are looking for professionals with 7+ years to help lead and develop content for clients. In these opportunities, you must identify and develop content that is brand specific and user friendly. You will be working with various stakeholders and team members to manage and develop content and also analyze the effectiveness of content and make suggestions and recommendations to clients.









<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: To be considered for these freelance opportunities, you must have 7+ years working in a content strategy. You must have thorough knowledge of assessing client content to identify strengths an weaknesses. Also, at identifying new opportunities to deliver brand message. You must know how to develop content that gains maximum exposure for clients as wells as be familiar with testing and analytics.

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APP DEV SPECIALIST in Chicago, IL

Job Description
Under technical direction, analyzes client area requirements and processes, prepares application system specifications, and programs automated solutions or integrates applications to resolve business problems. Maintains centrally developed systems. The focus of this position will be designing or developing business applications and/or designing or developing alternative solutions.
Duties
Develop, create and modify specialized utility programs, automated solutions and integrated applications. Maintain centrally developed systems. Code a Series-3 based underwriting application. Perform defect incident management using PeopleSoft. Use JAVA.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Evaluates defined client area requirements and processes (e.g., new enhancements or maintenance) and detailed designs and develops moderate to complex application program solutions.
2.Assists with the high level design of solutions. Consults with the client area to analyze system requirements and capabilities, identify associated risks, and resolve problems. May act as a liaison between clients and applications area.
3. In conjunction with operations area technical staff, supports the implementation of the application into production and testing environments. May confer with technical personnel to identify and resolve issues.
Mon-Fri., 8:30am to 4:45pm, $80,000 per year; overtime exempt.
Additional Responsibilities
1. Performs other essential duties as assigned.Education & Experience

Bachelor's in Computer Science or Engineering
Four years of experience in position or related field
Will accept any suitable combination of education, training or experience.
Experience must include:

(1) coding a Series-3 based underwriting application,
(2) JAVA,
(3) defect incident management using PeopleSoft
Listed duties, responsibilities, requirements and functions are not meant to be all inclusive.
Refer to Job # KB-210
Experience: JAVA application development and analysis

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Senior Oracle Developer II in Chicago, IL

Duties: You will work in an Oracle E-Business suite (manufacturing and finance. You will work with Oracle tools as Oracle 9i databases, Oracle developer, SQL, PL/SQL, and XML, Oracle fusion middleware, JD Developer, Oracle application framework (ADF) and Business Objects. As a senior developer, you will help in planning, design, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of Oracle application. In addition, you will work on delivery/strategy, application solutions and customers defining requirements, develop and implement solutions. 90% of your time will be doing development and 10% dealing with 4 business analyst.
Experience: Required: Oracle Application Framework, SQL, PL/SQL, stored procedures, forms 6i, Oracle ERP development.

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.NET DEVELOPER in CHICAGO, IL

WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'SSALARY: Open (based upon experience and qualifications)BENEFITS AS FOLLOWS:*401(k) Plan with Match * Flexible Spending Accounts * Health Plan * Group Auto and Home * Dental Plan * Holidays and Vacation * Disability Coverage * Long-Term Care * Educational Assistance * Life Insurance Our suburban Client, currently seeks a .NET Developer with 5 or more years of professional experience in applications development. Must be proficient in .Net, C#.Net, HTML and T-SQL. Object oriented methods and web-based technologies a MUST. Knowledge of Crystal and/or Reporting Services highly preferred.Must have solid SQL Server experience including developing and debugging stored procedures and triggers. Should have experience with Internet Server platforms.Ability to organize, prioritize and follow-through on projects and related tasks required.Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills required.Evaluates existing operations & applications and recommends appropriate business solution optionsEnsures appropriate information from user department is obtained to identify, establish consensus on and document operational procedures and project requirements.* Researches and identifies potential solution options.Communicates business solution options and other relevant data to appropriate personnel.* Determines/Evaluates scope and impact of recommended solutions.* Develops business processes that ensure developed application meets all project requirements.* Codes, tests, debugs, installs and documents operating programs and procedures. Manages and monitors implemented business solution(s).Ensures appropriateness of operational procedure documents.* Trains end-users on operational procedures.* Acts as a point-of-contact resource for end-users.* Translates technical information into functional information for end-users.* Confers with project personnel to provide technical advice and resolve problems.Assumes responsibility for addressing/resolving production problems and errors.Incumbents in this position are viewed as technical experts in multiple languages and systems as well as in manufacturing operations. Completes complex projects with limited direction. The applicant must be able to identify relevant issues as well as timelines required to successfully complete projects.
Experience: WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSER OR TRANSFER H1B-VISA'SSALARY: Open (based upon experience and qualifications)

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QA Analyst (Job #9204) in Chicago, IL

SMARTSOURCE is currently working on a 6 month project in Schaumburg, IL for a QA Analyst

Job Type: contract
Duration: 6 months
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: $35-$40 an hour

Description:
QA analyst will be responsible for complex & highly integrated software
systems that are internally developed. Requirements or use cases may be
basic or advanced. Analyst must be very experienced at deriving testable
requirements rapidly under less than ideal conditions. Analyst must be very
experienced at developing test strategies, detailed test plans, test cases,
test data, test coverage, and reporting status. Experience with a formal QA
methodology is required, along with experience determining what to optimize
for an aggressive schedule without violating the integrity of a test.
Ability to prioritize and multi task is critical. Ability to work in a team
environment among others with multiple competing priorities is critical.
Ability to be flexible with schedule is critical. While this is billed a 40
hour position, overtime is a possibility as well as weekend work.

Required Skills & Experience:
LoadRunner Yes 1 Novice 3-4 Within 1 Year 2 - 4 Years
Perl Yes 3 Novice 3-4 Within 2 Years 1 - 2 Years
ClearQuest Yes 3 Novice 1-2 Within 2 Years 1 - 2 Years
SQL Server Yes 2 Intermediate 5-6 Currently Using 2 - 4 Years
ClearCase Yes 3 Novice 1-2 Within 2 Years 1 - 2 Years
Test Scripting Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
Java Yes 3 Novice 3-4 Within 2 Years 2 - 4 Years
SQL Yes 2 Intermediate 5-6 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
Linux Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Within 1 Year 4 - 6 Years
Load Testing Yes 1 Intermediate 5-6 Within 1 Year 2 - 4 Years
Unix Shell Scripting Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
Tester Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
UNIX Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
FIX Protocol Yes 2 Novice 3-4 Within 2 Years 2 - 4 Years

resumes can be sent to:


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BI Developer/Analyst in Chicago, IL

We are currently seeking to fill a BI Developer/Analyst position for our client in Chicago, IL. We invite you to review the position requirements below and apply today if your skills match our need.

Overview:
You will be expected to get involved in a variety of interesting and varied projects, working with an exceptional group of consultants with plenty of opportunities to increase your skill set. The majority of the work will be hands on NetWeaver BI there will be opportunities to develop and grow Business Objects skills. The majority of work will be based on client sites, helping them solve their BI problems however there will also be the opportunity to get involved in a number of internal initiatives and Sales activities.

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic company and to help it grow. You will get experience of a wide range of technical and client issues and get exposure to new technical areas within SAPs BI products.

The Consultant will report into their Project Manager or Capability Lead. The role is 37.5 hours per week and the working time is 09:00 - 17:30. Flexibility is however needed, as there may be more demanding client requirements at times.

Desired Skills and Experience:
- Good core NetWeaver BI skills, Query designer, Web Application designer, RSA1 etc.
- Design and develop internal initiatives from end to end with minimum supervision
- Write thorough technical specifications.
- Suggest multiple solutions where applicable and analyse which should be chosen.
- Be able to quickly add value on a client site by rapidly understanding a new solution.
- Provide accurate estimates of how long your work will take to complete.
- Understand and adapt to client needs rapidly.
- Communicate effectively with clients at all levels of the organisation and build strong working relationships with the client.
- Prepare presentation standard material
- Help with pre-sales work and present demonstrations to clients.
- Present training courses at client sites
- Good communication skills
- Team-working skills
- Fast-learner and able to adapt to change
- Effective problem-solving
- Strong intellectual capability (for ex. A 2:1 degree or higher from a well-respected university or other equivalent)

Location: Client' Chicago Office. Work from overseas is also sometimes requested.

Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary plus bonus
- Family Private Healthcare cover
- Life Insurance
- Comprehensive Expenses policy

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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Freelance Front End Web Developer in Chicago, IL

Contract to Hire (junior to midlevel) Front End Web Developer
-CSS, Javascript, HTML
-20% creative 80% technical
-off shore team providing the files
-comfortable working with databases, IT
-creating html templates<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: Ability to work with servers (getting files to/from), Interactive, CSS, Java Script, HTML
2+ years experience in JavaScript

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Creative Technology / Senior Flash Build Engineer in Chicago, IL

The Senior Flash Engineer (SFE) is responsible for architecture and development of rich media applications on the Macromedia Flash platform, and for owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, supervision of junior team members, enhancing departmental frameworks and procedures, and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. Other responsibilities include project estimation, providing detailed documentation, mentoring of other members of the team, and enhancement of the Engineering Group's rich media application frameworks and toolsets.



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1. 3-5 years of Flash/ActionScript software programming experience, specializing in rich web applications

2. Thorough familiarity with object-oriented concepts, design patterns & anti-patterns

3. Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to rich media web applications

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

5. Familiarity with the Extreme Programming (XP) methodology.

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

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

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

9. Knowledge of non-flash web development platforms (Microsoft.NET, Java/J2EE) is a plus, but not required.



Planning/Analysis

Creates architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features as specified by senior resources

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.

Mentors more junior team members

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

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form. Must be able to speak and write confidently in client-facing situations.







Execution

Follows and contributes to 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, particularly Project Managers, proactively communicating status and issues.

Able to consider several alternatives, which may not be clearly defined, where problems are similar but not identical to past experiences, where information is incomplete and answers are typically sought outside of the work area. Able to effectively present rationale for identified solution.

Able to anticipate, assess and respond to development problems, working with the appropriate resources to resolve them.

Able to maintain attention to details while also understanding the big picture as it relates to assigned development tasks.

Able to clearly present thorough, accurate and organized technical material in written and oral form.

Able to improve knowledge of current Web-based technology, products and tools through self-study.

Able to foster attitudes, conditions, and environments that yield improved quality and quantity of individual and team performance.



Maintains a current working knowledge or preferably a proficiency in most or all of the following:

Ric

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Technical Architect in Chicago, IL

Our client currently has an opening in Chicago for a Technical Architect with strong drive and experience in web architecture, web design, application lifecycle development and consulting. This position will require the ability to provide guidance on web development efforts, as well as work with the client on current and future state web architecture. In this role the Technical Architect will be emphasizing 3 main areas of architectural engineering: (1) solution architecture, (2) implementation architecture, and (3) product architecture.

This position is 75% Application Architect and 25% Enterprise Architect. Will require the ability for high travel.
Experience: MUST HAVE:

7+ years of experience in software engineering and architecture. 2+ years of Content Management Experience (FatWire, Vignette etc.). Expert knowledge and hands-on experience with J2EE and Web Services (SOAP, WSDL). Expert knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle and Methodologies (waterfall, unified, iterative, agile, etc). Expert knowledge of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) design and Services as Software (SAS) design concepts Strong relational database skills is a big plus.

Serious candidates can send their resumes to:

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SAP Project Manager in Chicago, IL

We are currently seeking to fill an SAP Project Manager position for our client in Chicago, IL. We invite you to review the position requirements below and apply today if your skills match our need.

Location: Chicago
Wage: base plus bonus
Travel: required to Racine WI.

Summary:
The core focus of this role is to effectively support and manage SAP projects including the scoping, planning, budget, governance, deliverables, etc. within the projects constraints (scope, budget, time) in alignment with the ASAP methodology.

The PM will be reporting directly to the Head of the Project Management. The ideal candidate will have additional responsibilities to support the introduction and implementation of Project Management procedures to provide a consistent Company approach and to more efficiently deliver projects.

The role will require travel to Racine, WI and Customer on site activity.

Key Attributes:
Your personality is critical. You will be an animated, outgoing person who brings life to the workplace and maintains a positive attitude in all aspects of your job. You will be dynamic with a get up and go attitude. But most importantly, you will have an attention to detail that you bring to everything you do.

Good communication skills is an essential attribute as the role will involve Senior Management integration both internally and with Customers, as well as running internal Project management related training sessions.

Educational Qualifications: Degree level or higher.

Core Responsibilities:
- Own SAP projects from scoping through to a successful delivery including pre-sales interaction
- Deliver projects to scope, budget, and time
- Manage project schedules using MS Project and MS Excel tools/templates
- Provide regular project status reports
- Manage project risks
- Manage project change control
- Attend senior management meetings
- Facilitate project governance at all levels. Introduce best practice project management processes to projects
- Manage the internal and external team members. Support the personal development of the team members
- Support the development of other project managers within the organization
- Manage and grow client relationships
- Preparation and delivery of Customer pre-sales presentations
- Support the growth of the PM Capability with new technologies

Key Requirements:
- SAP project experience is essential. Must have managed multiple full life cycle implementations with full responsibility for the plan and budget. Consultancy experience is an advantage.
- History of managing SAP projects is essential
- Experience of managing fixed price projects as well as time and material projects.
- Must demonstrate the ability to manage high pressure projects.
- Has had responsibility for managing budgets/commercial for Million + projects with Consultant and Business presence
- Will need to demonstrate knowledge of project methodologies and controls. Knowledge of Prince 2 and ASAP are preferable but not essential.
- Knowledge of SAP Solution Manager is a distinct advantage
- Will need to have a good culture fit within company, with an appropriate management style
- Familiarity with the Microsoft products is essential, in particular MS Project, MS Excel, MS Word
- Will need to have excellent organizational and communication skills as the role will involve interaction with multiple projects in parallel and with people at all levels
- The role will involve travel to Customer sites and also to the company offices. As a consulting role there is an obvious requirement for the candidate to be able to spend nights away from home to support projects and/or company activities.

Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary plus bonus
- Family Healthcare cover
- Life Insurance
- 25 days holiday
- Comprehensive Expenses policy

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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Transition Policy Contractor - Information Security - Remote Opportunity in Chicago, IL

Genesis10 is seeking a Transition Policy Contractor on a 6 month contract basis for a major client in Charlotte, NC. This position can be worked remotely from anywhere in the US, but candidates would have to be available to work on an Eastern Standard Time schedule.


Experience: Required Skills/Experience:
- Must have Information Security background.
- In depth information security policies knowledge.
- Will be assisting with research and analysis of security policies during transition.
- Financial industry experience a must with a very strong policies background.

Preferred Skills/Experience:
- CISO experience preferred: CISSP, CISA, or CISM certifications.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a winning team. Take your career to the next level and turn your interest into action. Apply Now! Or, send your WORD resume to . The only way to learn more is by taking the next step.

Genesis10 is a business and technology consulting company specializing in project management, business analysis, business transformation and large-scale systems infrastructure and application integration. Genesis10 services a variety of industries including banking and financial services, insurance, energy, manufacturing, healthcare, telecommunications and more. At Genesis10, we recognize that our consultants are our most powerful resource. Selecting only the most talented and experienced consultants provides our clients with the best the industry has to offer. We take pride in attracting the world's finest business and technology consultants.

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APP DEV SPECIALIST in Chicago, IL

Job Description
Under technical direction, analyzes client area requirements and processes, prepares application system specifications, and programs automated solutions or integrates applications to resolve business problems. Maintains centrally developed systems. The focus of this position will be designing or developing business applications and/or designing or developing alternative solutions.
Duties
Develop, create and modify specialized utility programs, automated solutions and integrated applications. Maintain centrally developed systems. Code a Series-3 based underwriting application. Perform defect incident management using PeopleSoft. Use JAVA.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Evaluates defined client area requirements and processes (e.g., new enhancements or maintenance) and detailed designs and develops moderate to complex application program solutions.
2.Assists with the high level design of solutions. Consults with the client area to analyze system requirements and capabilities, identify associated risks, and resolve problems. May act as a liaison between clients and applications area.
3. In conjunction with operations area technical staff, supports the implementation of the application into production and testing environments. May confer with technical personnel to identify and resolve issues.
Mon-Fri., 8:30am to 4:45pm, $80,000 per year; overtime exempt.
Additional Responsibilities
1. Performs other essential duties as assigned.Education & Experience

Bachelor's in Computer Science or Engineering
Four years of experience in position or related field
Will accept any suitable combination of education, training or experience.
Experience must include:

(1) coding a Series-3 based underwriting application,
(2) JAVA,
(3) defect incident management using PeopleSoft
Listed duties, responsibilities, requirements and functions are not meant to be all inclusive.
Refer to Job # KB-210
Experience: JAVA application development and analysis

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Freelance Senior Content Strategists Wanted! in Chicago, IL

We have several opportunities for Senior Content Strategists. Our clients are looking for professionals with 7+ years to help lead and develop content for clients. In these opportunities, you must identify and develop content that is brand specific and user friendly. You will be working with various stakeholders and team members to manage and develop content and also analyze the effectiveness of content and make suggestions and recommendations to clients.









<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: To be considered for these freelance opportunities, you must have 7+ years working in a content strategy. You must have thorough knowledge of assessing client content to identify strengths an weaknesses. Also, at identifying new opportunities to deliver brand message. You must know how to develop content that gains maximum exposure for clients as wells as be familiar with testing and analytics.

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Transition Policy Contractor - Information Security - Remote Opportunity in Chicago, IL

Genesis10 is seeking a Transition Policy Contractor on a 6 month contract basis for a major client in Charlotte, NC. This position can be worked remotely from anywhere in the US, but candidates would have to be available to work on an Eastern Standard Time schedule.


Experience: Required Skills/Experience:
- Must have Information Security background.
- In depth information security policies knowledge.
- Will be assisting with research and analysis of security policies during transition.
- Financial industry experience a must with a very strong policies background.

Preferred Skills/Experience:
- CISO experience preferred: CISSP, CISA, or CISM certifications.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a winning team. Take your career to the next level and turn your interest into action. Apply Now! Or, send your WORD resume to . The only way to learn more is by taking the next step.

Genesis10 is a business and technology consulting company specializing in project management, business analysis, business transformation and large-scale systems infrastructure and application integration. Genesis10 services a variety of industries including banking and financial services, insurance, energy, manufacturing, healthcare, telecommunications and more. At Genesis10, we recognize that our consultants are our most powerful resource. Selecting only the most talented and experienced consultants provides our clients with the best the industry has to offer. We take pride in attracting the world's finest business and technology consultants.

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QA Analyst (Job #9204) in Chicago, IL

SMARTSOURCE is currently working on a 6 month project in Schaumburg, IL for a QA Analyst

Job Type: contract
Duration: 6 months
Location: Chicago, IL
Pay: $35-$40 an hour

Description:
QA analyst will be responsible for complex & highly integrated software
systems that are internally developed. Requirements or use cases may be
basic or advanced. Analyst must be very experienced at deriving testable
requirements rapidly under less than ideal conditions. Analyst must be very
experienced at developing test strategies, detailed test plans, test cases,
test data, test coverage, and reporting status. Experience with a formal QA
methodology is required, along with experience determining what to optimize
for an aggressive schedule without violating the integrity of a test.
Ability to prioritize and multi task is critical. Ability to work in a team
environment among others with multiple competing priorities is critical.
Ability to be flexible with schedule is critical. While this is billed a 40
hour position, overtime is a possibility as well as weekend work.

Required Skills & Experience:
LoadRunner Yes 1 Novice 3-4 Within 1 Year 2 - 4 Years
Perl Yes 3 Novice 3-4 Within 2 Years 1 - 2 Years
ClearQuest Yes 3 Novice 1-2 Within 2 Years 1 - 2 Years
SQL Server Yes 2 Intermediate 5-6 Currently Using 2 - 4 Years
ClearCase Yes 3 Novice 1-2 Within 2 Years 1 - 2 Years
Test Scripting Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
Java Yes 3 Novice 3-4 Within 2 Years 2 - 4 Years
SQL Yes 2 Intermediate 5-6 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
Linux Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Within 1 Year 4 - 6 Years
Load Testing Yes 1 Intermediate 5-6 Within 1 Year 2 - 4 Years
Unix Shell Scripting Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
Tester Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
UNIX Yes 1 Intermediate 7-8 Currently Using 4 - 6 Years
FIX Protocol Yes 2 Novice 3-4 Within 2 Years 2 - 4 Years

resumes can be sent to:


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Freelance Graphic Designer in Chicago, IL

Our clients include a variety of advertising agencies and corporations throughout the Chicago area. We are constantly seeking out Graphic Designers with portfolios that exemplify work ranging from print to POS to packaging and direct mail. Great opportunities for the right candidates!<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: 3+ years of professional design experience.
Must be an expert in Phototshop, Illustrator and InDesign with Quark a plus.

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SAP Project Manager in Chicago, IL

We are currently seeking to fill an SAP Project Manager position for our client in Chicago, IL. We invite you to review the position requirements below and apply today if your skills match our need.

Location: Chicago
Wage: base plus bonus
Travel: required to Racine WI.

Summary:
The core focus of this role is to effectively support and manage SAP projects including the scoping, planning, budget, governance, deliverables, etc. within the projects constraints (scope, budget, time) in alignment with the ASAP methodology.

The PM will be reporting directly to the Head of the Project Management. The ideal candidate will have additional responsibilities to support the introduction and implementation of Project Management procedures to provide a consistent Company approach and to more efficiently deliver projects.

The role will require travel to Racine, WI and Customer on site activity.

Key Attributes:
Your personality is critical. You will be an animated, outgoing person who brings life to the workplace and maintains a positive attitude in all aspects of your job. You will be dynamic with a get up and go attitude. But most importantly, you will have an attention to detail that you bring to everything you do.

Good communication skills is an essential attribute as the role will involve Senior Management integration both internally and with Customers, as well as running internal Project management related training sessions.

Educational Qualifications: Degree level or higher.

Core Responsibilities:
- Own SAP projects from scoping through to a successful delivery including pre-sales interaction
- Deliver projects to scope, budget, and time
- Manage project schedules using MS Project and MS Excel tools/templates
- Provide regular project status reports
- Manage project risks
- Manage project change control
- Attend senior management meetings
- Facilitate project governance at all levels. Introduce best practice project management processes to projects
- Manage the internal and external team members. Support the personal development of the team members
- Support the development of other project managers within the organization
- Manage and grow client relationships
- Preparation and delivery of Customer pre-sales presentations
- Support the growth of the PM Capability with new technologies

Key Requirements:
- SAP project experience is essential. Must have managed multiple full life cycle implementations with full responsibility for the plan and budget. Consultancy experience is an advantage.
- History of managing SAP projects is essential
- Experience of managing fixed price projects as well as time and material projects.
- Must demonstrate the ability to manage high pressure projects.
- Has had responsibility for managing budgets/commercial for Million + projects with Consultant and Business presence
- Will need to demonstrate knowledge of project methodologies and controls. Knowledge of Prince 2 and ASAP are preferable but not essential.
- Knowledge of SAP Solution Manager is a distinct advantage
- Will need to have a good culture fit within company, with an appropriate management style
- Familiarity with the Microsoft products is essential, in particular MS Project, MS Excel, MS Word
- Will need to have excellent organizational and communication skills as the role will involve interaction with multiple projects in parallel and with people at all levels
- The role will involve travel to Customer sites and also to the company offices. As a consulting role there is an obvious requirement for the candidate to be able to spend nights away from home to support projects and/or company activities.

Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary plus bonus
- Family Healthcare cover
- Life Insurance
- 25 days holiday
- Comprehensive Expenses policy

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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Test Lead/Project Manager in Chicago, IL

Are you a Test Lead/Project Manager 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 Fortune 500 Telecom companies in the Chicago, IL area has an immediate need for a Test Lead/Project Manager.

The Project Manager chosen for this position will be responsible for the delivery of multiple testing projects on time, within budget, and completed to the highest quality. The candidate will perform project planning, processes, timeline establishment, and budget management. The candidate will manage a team of individuals responsible for testing efforts that support the release of software updates and new project introductions. The candidate will also develop and review test strategies, test plans, high level test cases, and detail level test cases. This assignment will provide the candidate with the ability to work in a fast moving environment and understand project issues.

Position Requirements:
- Seven plus years of Project Management experience; PMP Certification preferred
- Ability to understand technical documents
- Understanding of quality center, software testing, and software development with hands on experience highly preferred
- Strong understanding and ability to use Microsoft Project
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to work with all levels of management and staff
- Certified Software Tester/Certified Test Manager highly preferred
- Good understanding of Microsoft Office Suite

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 5025 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!

ConsultUSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer


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Creative Technology / Senior Flash Build Engineer in Chicago, IL

The Senior Flash Engineer (SFE) is responsible for architecture and development of rich media applications on the Macromedia Flash platform, and for owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, supervision of junior team members, enhancing departmental frameworks and procedures, and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. Other responsibilities include project estimation, providing detailed documentation, mentoring of other members of the team, and enhancement of the Engineering Group's rich media application frameworks and toolsets.



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1. 3-5 years of Flash/ActionScript software programming experience, specializing in rich web applications

2. Thorough familiarity with object-oriented concepts, design patterns & anti-patterns

3. Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to rich media web applications

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

5. Familiarity with the Extreme Programming (XP) methodology.

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

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

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

9. Knowledge of non-flash web development platforms (Microsoft.NET, Java/J2EE) is a plus, but not required.



Planning/Analysis

Creates architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features as specified by senior resources

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.

Mentors more junior team members

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

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form. Must be able to speak and write confidently in client-facing situations.







Execution

Follows and contributes to 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, particularly Project Managers, proactively communicating status and issues.

Able to consider several alternatives, which may not be clearly defined, where problems are similar but not identical to past experiences, where information is incomplete and answers are typically sought outside of the work area. Able to effectively present rationale for identified solution.

Able to anticipate, assess and respond to development problems, working with the appropriate resources to resolve them.

Able to maintain attention to details while also understanding the big picture as it relates to assigned development tasks.

Able to clearly present thorough, accurate and organized technical material in written and oral form.

Able to improve knowledge of current Web-based technology, products and tools through self-study.

Able to foster attitudes, conditions, and environments that yield improved quality and quantity of individual and team performance.



Maintains a current working knowledge or preferably a proficiency in most or all of the following:

Ric

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Freelance Front-End Web Developers wanted! in CHicago, IL

Our client is an outstanding University located on Chicago's South side. They are looking for a freelance web developer for a long term freelance opportunity.

In this project you will be responsible for maintaining and updating several websites and micro sites. You need to be versed in the following programs CSS, XHTML, HTML, Javascript, and XML. Is is a PLUS if you know AJAX and C#.

You must also have previous experience working in Photoshop and Fireworks and understand how to test web pages cross platform in the most popular browsers.

Last but not least, as you are interacting with several different groups, you must good communication skills are a must. Being able to explain sometimes complicated matters to people with little technical skill comes in handy more often than not. The ability to multi-task and juggle multiple projects is also essential.<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: To be considered for this job opportunity you must 2+ years experience in front end web development. You must have samples to show. You must be an expert in HTML, XML, CSS, DHTML and Javascript. Experience working with ASP.net, AJAX, and C# is a HUGE plus.

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Freelance Front End Web Developer in Chicago, IL

Contract to Hire (junior to midlevel) Front End Web Developer
-CSS, Javascript, HTML
-20% creative 80% technical
-off shore team providing the files
-comfortable working with databases, IT
-creating html templates<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: Ability to work with servers (getting files to/from), Interactive, CSS, Java Script, HTML
2+ years experience in JavaScript

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Technical Architect in Chicago, IL

Our client currently has an opening in Chicago for a Technical Architect with strong drive and experience in web architecture, web design, application lifecycle development and consulting. This position will require the ability to provide guidance on web development efforts, as well as work with the client on current and future state web architecture. In this role the Technical Architect will be emphasizing 3 main areas of architectural engineering: (1) solution architecture, (2) implementation architecture, and (3) product architecture.

This position is 75% Application Architect and 25% Enterprise Architect. Will require the ability for high travel.
Experience: MUST HAVE:

7+ years of experience in software engineering and architecture. 2+ years of Content Management Experience (FatWire, Vignette etc.). Expert knowledge and hands-on experience with J2EE and Web Services (SOAP, WSDL). Expert knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle and Methodologies (waterfall, unified, iterative, agile, etc). Expert knowledge of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) design and Services as Software (SAS) design concepts Strong relational database skills is a big plus.

Serious candidates can send their resumes to:

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Senior Oracle Developer II in Chicago, IL

Duties: You will work in an Oracle E-Business suite (manufacturing and finance. You will work with Oracle tools as Oracle 9i databases, Oracle developer, SQL, PL/SQL, and XML, Oracle fusion middleware, JD Developer, Oracle application framework (ADF) and Business Objects. As a senior developer, you will help in planning, design, development, implementation, maintenance, and enhancement of Oracle application. In addition, you will work on delivery/strategy, application solutions and customers defining requirements, develop and implement solutions. 90% of your time will be doing development and 10% dealing with 4 business analyst.
Experience: Required: Oracle Application Framework, SQL, PL/SQL, stored procedures, forms 6i, Oracle ERP development.

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BI Developer/Analyst in Chicago, IL

We are currently seeking to fill a BI Developer/Analyst position for our client in Chicago, IL. We invite you to review the position requirements below and apply today if your skills match our need.

Overview:
You will be expected to get involved in a variety of interesting and varied projects, working with an exceptional group of consultants with plenty of opportunities to increase your skill set. The majority of the work will be hands on NetWeaver BI there will be opportunities to develop and grow Business Objects skills. The majority of work will be based on client sites, helping them solve their BI problems however there will also be the opportunity to get involved in a number of internal initiatives and Sales activities.

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic company and to help it grow. You will get experience of a wide range of technical and client issues and get exposure to new technical areas within SAPs BI products.

The Consultant will report into their Project Manager or Capability Lead. The role is 37.5 hours per week and the working time is 09:00 - 17:30. Flexibility is however needed, as there may be more demanding client requirements at times.

Desired Skills and Experience:
- Good core NetWeaver BI skills, Query designer, Web Application designer, RSA1 etc.
- Design and develop internal initiatives from end to end with minimum supervision
- Write thorough technical specifications.
- Suggest multiple solutions where applicable and analyse which should be chosen.
- Be able to quickly add value on a client site by rapidly understanding a new solution.
- Provide accurate estimates of how long your work will take to complete.
- Understand and adapt to client needs rapidly.
- Communicate effectively with clients at all levels of the organisation and build strong working relationships with the client.
- Prepare presentation standard material
- Help with pre-sales work and present demonstrations to clients.
- Present training courses at client sites
- Good communication skills
- Team-working skills
- Fast-learner and able to adapt to change
- Effective problem-solving
- Strong intellectual capability (for ex. A 2:1 degree or higher from a well-respected university or other equivalent)

Location: Client' Chicago Office. Work from overseas is also sometimes requested.

Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary plus bonus
- Family Private Healthcare cover
- Life Insurance
- Comprehensive Expenses policy

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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Cisco Engineer in Chicago, IL

Currently seeking Cisco Certified engineers & technicians with a variety of certs and experience. Responsible for the planning, programming, installation, maintenance, and training for CPE equipment at various locations. Traditional telephony skills and experience helpful. Please forward resume & salary history / requirements via email to: ciscotech@ wnytech. com or fax to 716-995-0707

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SAP Project Manager in Chicago, IL

We are currently seeking to fill an SAP Project Manager position for our client in Chicago, IL. We invite you to review the position requirements below and apply today if your skills match our need.

Location: Chicago
Wage: base plus bonus
Travel: required to Racine WI.

Summary:
The core focus of this role is to effectively support and manage SAP projects including the scoping, planning, budget, governance, deliverables, etc. within the projects constraints (scope, budget, time) in alignment with the ASAP methodology.

The PM will be reporting directly to the Head of the Project Management. The ideal candidate will have additional responsibilities to support the introduction and implementation of Project Management procedures to provide a consistent Company approach and to more efficiently deliver projects.

The role will require travel to Racine, WI and Customer on site activity.

Key Attributes:
Your personality is critical. You will be an animated, outgoing person who brings life to the workplace and maintains a positive attitude in all aspects of your job. You will be dynamic with a get up and go attitude. But most importantly, you will have an attention to detail that you bring to everything you do.

Good communication skills is an essential attribute as the role will involve Senior Management integration both internally and with Customers, as well as running internal Project management related training sessions.

Educational Qualifications: Degree level or higher.

Core Responsibilities:
- Own SAP projects from scoping through to a successful delivery including pre-sales interaction
- Deliver projects to scope, budget, and time
- Manage project schedules using MS Project and MS Excel tools/templates
- Provide regular project status reports
- Manage project risks
- Manage project change control
- Attend senior management meetings
- Facilitate project governance at all levels. Introduce best practice project management processes to projects
- Manage the internal and external team members. Support the personal development of the team members
- Support the development of other project managers within the organization
- Manage and grow client relationships
- Preparation and delivery of Customer pre-sales presentations
- Support the growth of the PM Capability with new technologies

Key Requirements:
- SAP project experience is essential. Must have managed multiple full life cycle implementations with full responsibility for the plan and budget. Consultancy experience is an advantage.
- History of managing SAP projects is essential
- Experience of managing fixed price projects as well as time and material projects.
- Must demonstrate the ability to manage high pressure projects.
- Has had responsibility for managing budgets/commercial for Million + projects with Consultant and Business presence
- Will need to demonstrate knowledge of project methodologies and controls. Knowledge of Prince 2 and ASAP are preferable but not essential.
- Knowledge of SAP Solution Manager is a distinct advantage
- Will need to have a good culture fit within company, with an appropriate management style
- Familiarity with the Microsoft products is essential, in particular MS Project, MS Excel, MS Word
- Will need to have excellent organizational and communication skills as the role will involve interaction with multiple projects in parallel and with people at all levels
- The role will involve travel to Customer sites and also to the company offices. As a consulting role there is an obvious requirement for the candidate to be able to spend nights away from home to support projects and/or company activities.

Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary plus bonus
- Family Healthcare cover
- Life Insurance
- 25 days holiday
- Comprehensive Expenses policy

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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APP DEV SPECIALIST in Chicago, IL

Job Description
Under technical direction, analyzes client area requirements and processes, prepares application system specifications, and programs automated solutions or integrates applications to resolve business problems. Maintains centrally developed systems. The focus of this position will be designing or developing business applications and/or designing or developing alternative solutions.
Duties
Develop, create and modify specialized utility programs, automated solutions and integrated applications. Maintain centrally developed systems. Code a Series-3 based underwriting application. Perform defect incident management using PeopleSoft. Use JAVA.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
1. Evaluates defined client area requirements and processes (e.g., new enhancements or maintenance) and detailed designs and develops moderate to complex application program solutions.
2.Assists with the high level design of solutions. Consults with the client area to analyze system requirements and capabilities, identify associated risks, and resolve problems. May act as a liaison between clients and applications area.
3. In conjunction with operations area technical staff, supports the implementation of the application into production and testing environments. May confer with technical personnel to identify and resolve issues.
Mon-Fri., 8:30am to 4:45pm, $80,000 per year; overtime exempt.
Additional Responsibilities
1. Performs other essential duties as assigned.Education & Experience

Bachelor's in Computer Science or Engineering
Four years of experience in position or related field
Will accept any suitable combination of education, training or experience.
Experience must include:

(1) coding a Series-3 based underwriting application,
(2) JAVA,
(3) defect incident management using PeopleSoft
Listed duties, responsibilities, requirements and functions are not meant to be all inclusive.
Refer to Job # KB-210
Experience: JAVA application development and analysis

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Cisco Engineer in Chicago, IL

Currently seeking Cisco Certified engineers & technicians with a variety of certs and experience. Responsible for the planning, programming, installation, maintenance, and training for CPE equipment at various locations. Traditional telephony skills and experience helpful. Please forward resume & salary history / requirements via email to: ciscotech@ wnytech. com or fax to 716-995-0707

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BI Developer/Analyst in Chicago, IL

We are currently seeking to fill a BI Developer/Analyst position for our client in Chicago, IL. We invite you to review the position requirements below and apply today if your skills match our need.

Overview:
You will be expected to get involved in a variety of interesting and varied projects, working with an exceptional group of consultants with plenty of opportunities to increase your skill set. The majority of the work will be hands on NetWeaver BI there will be opportunities to develop and grow Business Objects skills. The majority of work will be based on client sites, helping them solve their BI problems however there will also be the opportunity to get involved in a number of internal initiatives and Sales activities.

This is an opportunity to join a dynamic company and to help it grow. You will get experience of a wide range of technical and client issues and get exposure to new technical areas within SAPs BI products.

The Consultant will report into their Project Manager or Capability Lead. The role is 37.5 hours per week and the working time is 09:00 - 17:30. Flexibility is however needed, as there may be more demanding client requirements at times.

Desired Skills and Experience:
- Good core NetWeaver BI skills, Query designer, Web Application designer, RSA1 etc.
- Design and develop internal initiatives from end to end with minimum supervision
- Write thorough technical specifications.
- Suggest multiple solutions where applicable and analyse which should be chosen.
- Be able to quickly add value on a client site by rapidly understanding a new solution.
- Provide accurate estimates of how long your work will take to complete.
- Understand and adapt to client needs rapidly.
- Communicate effectively with clients at all levels of the organisation and build strong working relationships with the client.
- Prepare presentation standard material
- Help with pre-sales work and present demonstrations to clients.
- Present training courses at client sites
- Good communication skills
- Team-working skills
- Fast-learner and able to adapt to change
- Effective problem-solving
- Strong intellectual capability (for ex. A 2:1 degree or higher from a well-respected university or other equivalent)

Location: Client' Chicago Office. Work from overseas is also sometimes requested.

Salary and Benefits:
- Competitive salary plus bonus
- Family Private Healthcare cover
- Life Insurance
- Comprehensive Expenses policy

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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Technical Architect in Chicago, IL

Our client currently has an opening in Chicago for a Technical Architect with strong drive and experience in web architecture, web design, application lifecycle development and consulting. This position will require the ability to provide guidance on web development efforts, as well as work with the client on current and future state web architecture. In this role the Technical Architect will be emphasizing 3 main areas of architectural engineering: (1) solution architecture, (2) implementation architecture, and (3) product architecture.

This position is 75% Application Architect and 25% Enterprise Architect. Will require the ability for high travel.
Experience: MUST HAVE:

7+ years of experience in software engineering and architecture. 2+ years of Content Management Experience (FatWire, Vignette etc.). Expert knowledge and hands-on experience with J2EE and Web Services (SOAP, WSDL). Expert knowledge of Software Development Lifecycle and Methodologies (waterfall, unified, iterative, agile, etc). Expert knowledge of Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) design and Services as Software (SAS) design concepts Strong relational database skills is a big plus.

Serious candidates can send their resumes to:

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Freelance Front-End Web Developers wanted! in CHicago, IL

Our client is an outstanding University located on Chicago's South side. They are looking for a freelance web developer for a long term freelance opportunity.

In this project you will be responsible for maintaining and updating several websites and micro sites. You need to be versed in the following programs CSS, XHTML, HTML, Javascript, and XML. Is is a PLUS if you know AJAX and C#.

You must also have previous experience working in Photoshop and Fireworks and understand how to test web pages cross platform in the most popular browsers.

Last but not least, as you are interacting with several different groups, you must good communication skills are a must. Being able to explain sometimes complicated matters to people with little technical skill comes in handy more often than not. The ability to multi-task and juggle multiple projects is also essential.<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: To be considered for this job opportunity you must 2+ years experience in front end web development. You must have samples to show. You must be an expert in HTML, XML, CSS, DHTML and Javascript. Experience working with ASP.net, AJAX, and C# is a HUGE plus.

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Transition Policy Contractor - Information Security - Remote Opportunity in Chicago, IL

Genesis10 is seeking a Transition Policy Contractor on a 6 month contract basis for a major client in Charlotte, NC. This position can be worked remotely from anywhere in the US, but candidates would have to be available to work on an Eastern Standard Time schedule.


Experience: Required Skills/Experience:
- Must have Information Security background.
- In depth information security policies knowledge.
- Will be assisting with research and analysis of security policies during transition.
- Financial industry experience a must with a very strong policies background.

Preferred Skills/Experience:
- CISO experience preferred: CISSP, CISA, or CISM certifications.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a winning team. Take your career to the next level and turn your interest into action. Apply Now! Or, send your WORD resume to . The only way to learn more is by taking the next step.

Genesis10 is a business and technology consulting company specializing in project management, business analysis, business transformation and large-scale systems infrastructure and application integration. Genesis10 services a variety of industries including banking and financial services, insurance, energy, manufacturing, healthcare, telecommunications and more. At Genesis10, we recognize that our consultants are our most powerful resource. Selecting only the most talented and experienced consultants provides our clients with the best the industry has to offer. We take pride in attracting the world's finest business and technology consultants.

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Creative Technology / Senior Flash Build Engineer in Chicago, IL

The Senior Flash Engineer (SFE) is responsible for architecture and development of rich media applications on the Macromedia Flash platform, and for owning the applications through QA, Production Deploy and Application Maintenance phases. Responsibilities include implementation and completion of assigned development tasks, supervision of junior team members, enhancing departmental frameworks and procedures, and ensuring quality deliverables throughout the application lifecycle. Other responsibilities include project estimation, providing detailed documentation, mentoring of other members of the team, and enhancement of the Engineering Group's rich media application frameworks and toolsets.



Essential Job Functions



Technical Skills and Experience

1. 3-5 years of Flash/ActionScript software programming experience, specializing in rich web applications

2. Thorough familiarity with object-oriented concepts, design patterns & anti-patterns

3. Experience applying the MVC Model 2 pattern to rich media web applications

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

5. Familiarity with the Extreme Programming (XP) methodology.

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

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

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

9. Knowledge of non-flash web development platforms (Microsoft.NET, Java/J2EE) is a plus, but not required.



Planning/Analysis

Creates architectures and high-level designs for new applications and application features as specified by senior resources

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.

Mentors more junior team members

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

Presents accurate technical information, in written and oral form. Must be able to speak and write confidently in client-facing situations.







Execution

Follows and contributes to 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, particularly Project Managers, proactively communicating status and issues.

Able to consider several alternatives, which may not be clearly defined, where problems are similar but not identical to past experiences, where information is incomplete and answers are typically sought outside of the work area. Able to effectively present rationale for identified solution.

Able to anticipate, assess and respond to development problems, working with the appropriate resources to resolve them.

Able to maintain attention to details while also understanding the big picture as it relates to assigned development tasks.

Able to clearly present thorough, accurate and organized technical material in written and oral form.

Able to improve knowledge of current Web-based technology, products and tools through self-study.

Able to foster attitudes, conditions, and environments that yield improved quality and quantity of individual and team performance.



Maintains a current working knowledge or preferably a proficiency in most or all of the following:

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