We are seeking a Business Analyst who will participate in the development and implementation of various software development projects. The Business Analyst will meet with customers across the organization, develop user requirements into software specifications, and develop/conduct design walk-throughs. The Business Analyst will be responsible for developing test plans and coordinating the testing process.



The primary responsibilities are:

" IT requirements and information gathering

" Software specification design

" Test planning and implementation

" Production report design/implementation

" First level end-user application support



The experience requirements are:

" 3-5 years experience with Software Specification Design

" Bachelors degree required.

" Use Case Design, Data Modeling and familiarity with MSF is a plus

" Experience with reporting tools such as Crystal Reports, WebFOCUS & Cognos a plus.

" Must demonstrate a desire for continued professional development through continuing education and self-development opportunities.

" Excellent analytical, presentation, oral, written and interpersonal communication skills to effectively interact and negotiate with internal/external customers and all levels of management; ability to maintain professionalism

" Knowledge and experience in property and casualty insurance

" Must have good business acumen (understands how an insurance company works and makes money).

" Customer focused attitude in dealing with internal customers.

" Polished and professional written and verbal communication skills. The ability to read and write English fluently is required.





Technical Requirements include proficiency with the following:

o Microsoft productivity applications (Office)

o Familiarity with Microsoft Project is a plus



To Be Considered, please send a word copy of your resume to Tricia:

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Our client currently seeks a MAINFRAME COBOL PROGRAMMER ANALYST with CoolGen experience for a 6 month+ project engagement.


- Experienced batch and C/S developers.
- Environment is IBM mainframe hosted DB2 database.
- Clients run on Windows, servers in CICS.
- Batch developers must know JCL, so TSO knowledge is needed.
- Changeman experience desired.


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The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago is one of 12 regional reserve banks that, along with the Board of Governors in Washington, D.C., make up the nation's central bank. We're an equal opportunity employer committed to furthering the public interest by fostering a sound economy and a stable financial system. If you are looking for a challenging and interesting career with a solid foundation in the financial services industry, in the heart of Chicago's financial district, the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago is the place for you.

Formulates and defines system scope and objectives. Responsible for the development and maintenance of complete applications from design through implementation. Devises or modifies procedures to solve complex problems considering computer equipment capacity and limitations, operating time, and form of desired results. Prepares detailed specifications from which programs will be written. Designs, codes, tests, debugs, and documents those programs. Competent to work at the highest technical level of all phases of applications systems analysis and programming activities. May be responsible for completion of a phase of a project. Regularly provides guidance and training to less experienced analyst/programmers. May provide work direction and assignment as well as training to other staff. The level of work required is considered advanced and staff must be able to work under minimal supervision. This job does not have any direct reports.

Job Description:

• Designs, develops and implements new applications, participating in all aspects of project planning
  
• Works independently all levels of systems, with a high degree of technical competence
  
• Implements and performs major customization to purchased packages
  
• Evaluates designs and implements major modifications to existing applications to accommodate changes in user requirements of hardware/software infrastructure. Refines application components for performance enhancement
  
• Keeps informed of current industry practices in applications development to maintain and improve proficiency and expertise
  
• Prepares all application development methodology deliverables and memos, status reports, specifications, and letters relevant to projects assigned
  Ensures that the quality of software developed, maintained and enhanced in-house and installed into production is high enough to prevent the occurrence of catastrophic defects that cause the customer significant problems, missed deadlines, or interruption to the production environment
  
• Ensures that the standard software tool kit is used whenever possible and that software results in improved efficiency, usability and minimizes on-going maintenance
  
• Maintains information security compliance expertise by attendance at information security update sessions, completion of assigned security software/hardware training and on-the-job training
  
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with supervisors, peers, support staff and user community
  
• Performs other duties as assigned

Experience: Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience as noted below
  
• 5 to 7 plus years of direct work related experience
  
• Coursework in computer and/or professional certification in related technology
  
• Demonstrates independent thinking and decision-making abilities
  
• Demonstrates strong written and oral communication abilities
  
• Possesses and applies both specific and broad knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of the field of specialization to the completion of assignments
  
• Working knowledge of these application languages/Development Frameworks; J2EE, Java, Websphere, XML, HTML/XHTML
  
• Working knowledge of these operating systems; Unix, Linux, XP
  
• Working knowledge of these database languages; MS SQL/SQL2000, Oracle

The Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago values diverse experiences, styles, approaches, and ideas. By valuing diversity we can achieve our goals, serve our stakeholders, and become a higher-performing organization.

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Our client located in CHICAGO, ILLINOIS currently seeks a Peoplesoft Developer with EPM experience for a 5 month + project engagement.

Background and Drug screen required

Job Description:

Seeking individuals to assist in a Peoplesoft Upgrade project. Application consists mostly of custom app engine code, very little PS delivered modules. Upgrade project will also include

Informatica upgrade to the most current version 8.5.

Current environment is:

- PS EPM 8.3

- People Tools 8.1.6

- WebLogic 5.1

- AIX 5.2

- DB2 UDB 8.2 (32 bit)

Upgraded environment will be:

- PS EPM 8.9

- People Tools 8.47

- WebLogic 8.1

- AIX 5.2/5.3

- DB2 UDB 8.2 (32 bit)


The ideal candidates would be experts in the following technologies:

- Peoplesoft EPM/PeopleTools,

- App Engine Code,

- Informatica,

- DB2,

- Unix/AIX.

- Furthermore candidate would be required to have experience in similar upgrade projects.


Banking background would be helpful.


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A dynamic, cutting edge, client driven company is looking for a consultant with strong database and analytical skills. Financial and Healthcare background is a plus.
Experience: SQL Server, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft Excel skills are necessary. 4-year degree and availability to travel are also required.

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Did you ever wish to spearhead the creation and implementation of some of the world's most cutting-edge information technology innovations while working with other world class CCIE's? Do you long to make a real difference in your profession and be recognized for it? Sure you do, now is the time, and we have the opportunity! Submit your resume today for a 48 hour turnaround. I will personally call you if you have what it takes.



My client has strong key alliances with global players in this space, Cisco, Microsoft and IBM.



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The ideal Sr. Cisco VoIP Network Engineer will possess a solid background in the design and implementation of Cisco Call Manager and Unity, with extensive experience deploying mid- to large-scale Cisco VoIP rollouts. CCVP, CCNP or CCIE level certification is required. Call Center and PBX experience highly desirable.



We expect the candidate to be an EXPERT with voice technologies; but to also have many other talents and skills. This person must have a proven track record in architecture, design, and the implementation of IT infrastructure solutions for Fortune 500 organizations. The candidate will have excellent presentation, writing, and project management skills with ability to lead large services engagements and have a strong aptitude for troubleshooting hardware, network, security and server issues.



Required Experience:

* Cisco Call Manager design, implementation, and support

* Cisco Unity design, implementation, and support

* VOIP, Qos Expertise

* Microsoft Exchange, unified messaging

* SNMP Monitoring, remote troubleshooting in NOC

* CCIE with voice specialization

* CCVP, CCDA

* MCSE

* Bachelor's or Master's degree in related discipline is preferred



* Applicants MUST be authorized to work in the US



For immediate consideration, please send your resume to peter @ kalypxo-unbundled . com
Experience: Please see above.



For immediate consideration, please send your resume to peter @ kalypxo-unbundled . com

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Will work as senior server side Administrator doing installation , tuning, Back up , recovery , .
Experience: 8 + years Oracle Server side administration.

Prefer Oracle 10 G or 9I Certified.

5 + years Unix,

5+ years RMAN

2+ years Oracle Real Applications Clusters

Must heve installed Oracle E-Business Suite (release 12 prefered )

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The Technical writer will work with different departments to document procedures, release notes, RealTick product user guides, product specifications, marketing content, online product user guides, fact sheets, knowledge base and various collateral as needed. They will provide administrative, user documentation, and installation materials for all software.


BA in English, Writing, or Journalism preferred with at least one year of documentation experience. Expert with a word processing program and experience with Robohelp or Doc-to-Help. Some HTML experience recommended.
Experience with software documentation, completed on time with software release schedules. Experience with writing training/department procedure materials. Experience with Adobe Acrobat. Experience with context-sensitive help. Experience with designing web sites. Knowledge of the stock market.<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: Robohelp & Doc-to-Help, HTML, Adobe, and must be from a financial background.

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