Network Administrator in CHICAGO, IL

The Network Administrator will report to the Systems Manager and is in charge of network administration, server and application support, user support, and special projects. Responsible for supporting all technology in this 200 user environment with remote support as well. Experience: Windows 2003 Server Windows XP and 2000 workstation Windows Active Directory Windows SQL Sever Windows IIS Server Knowledge of SharePoint Advanced networking skills i.e.. Cisco routers, firewalls Ability to write scripts; ability to write & troubleshoot VB scripts Knowledge of ASP, XML programming a big plus Microsoft & Cisco certifications highly desirable Bachelors Degree in Computer Science To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Project Coordinator in Chicago, IL

? Track and Monitor all issues/action items for projects (follow up on a daily basis with assigned owners until resolved). ? Facilitate Risk Assessment and log all risks Update and follow up on mitigation of risks. ? Coach Team Member to update all project documentation. ? Update project schedules accordingly and create project schedules if necessary. (High Level, and Detail, Rollout Strategy) and define milestones. ? Develop organization chart and assist with definition of roles for the project. ? Ensure completion of all deliverables during each phase of the project (Prep, Blueprint, Realization, and Final Prep) ? Review PCB and or assist to complete. ? Track actual costs vs. estimated costs if required. ? Track actual vs. planned hours if required. ? Prepare Meeting agendas and issue minutes to all team members ? Ensure formal and informal communications within the team and if required to other project teams. ? Create Collaboration Room Structure and links per client standards ? Ensure all Project Documentation is published within the project collaboration room. ? Support the creation of Training and roll-out manuals and other documentation as needed ? Assist and or develop the Cutover Plans and then update as required ? Prepare Schedules ? Assist in the coordination of Scheduled Training (End-user, Power User, etc) if needed ? Assist Project Managers with Project Charter and Scope if required ? Develop Communications Plan ? Prepare weekly status and progress reports as necessary to monitor and report status of key milestones and deliverables. ? Conduct regular status meetings - Coordinate and facilitate meetings as required ? Maintain project documentation ? Manage sign-off of key deliverables and milestonesU.S. Citizen or Green Card Required Knowledge and Technical Skills: Excel PowerPoint Word Access MS Project Visio SAP Portal (Web based Applications) Databases (Oracle, MS Sequel Server) Change Control Tools Defect Tracking Tools Excellent verbal and written skills Pluses: MS Project Server Exposures to ERP implementations specifically SAP. (Modules such as FI CO, S&D, MM, PO, etc.) Knowledge of the following business areas: Finance, Supply Chain, Commercial. Infrastructure exposure. Apply directly at: ?jobref=927005&referer=gad To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Desktop Support Supervisor in Chicago, IL

OVERVIEW
Aon Corporation is a family of brokerage, consulting and consumer insurance companies providing innovative solutions for diverse businesses, financial institutions, governments, insurance organizations, and individuals worldwide. Currently, we have an excellent career opportunity available for a Desktop Support Supervisor in the Systems Development Department of the Aon Warranty Group, a subsidiary of Aon Corporation.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Supervise desktop support; coordinate and plan the installation and support of PC hardware and software and for ensuring compliance to standards and procedures.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Primary responsibilities for this position include supervising desktop employees; recommending hiring, salary increases, and disciplinary actions, including termination and review of employee performance; supervise multiple desktop deployment projects; coordinating each project through a leader; defining timeline for project completion and assign additional staff appropriately taking into account staff skill and project deadlines; interfacing with remote site IT liaisons to provide technical guidelines to protect IT investments; conduct technology assessments and prepare plan for technology deployments based upon projected return on investment and other business related requirements; maintain knowledge of PC technologies and related products; tracking industry directions and applying this knowledge to provide better support for clients; coordinate research and development for desktops and defines procedures for introduction of these technologies in production environment; other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE:
Qualified applicants must possess 3-5 years experience managing multiple projects involving introduction of new enterprise technologies; 3-5 years experience managing equipment and service purchases and new software acquisitions; good oral and written communication skills; emerging networking and relationship-building across the organization; ability to negotiate with peers and business partners; team building; good abilities with project management in small and mid-sized projects; ability to network with a matrix organization.

REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Bachelor?s Degree or equivalent work experience.

BENEFITS:
*Competitive Compensation
*Exceptional Benefits
*Continuing Education & Training
*A Unique Internal Advancement Program
*Tremendous Potential With A Growing Worldwide Organization

Aon is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. M/F/D/V

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Unix, Perl, SQL Programmer in Chicago, IL

One of our direct clients, a leading bank of US is looking for Unix, Perl, SQL Programmer. Skills: 1)UNIX - Basic UNIX and Shell Scripting 2)PERL - Troubleshoot and fix the pdf parsing scripts, create/update new scripts for regulatory requests - ( extraction and reporting) SQL, 3)AS 400 - Basic programming skills - Language knowledge ( not just navigation through the system ) is essential to understand and troubleshoot the month end and midmonth issues (mainly quarter ends ) To grab this job opportunity and know more abouit it, you can reach me at . Apply directly at: ?jobref=927262&referer=gad To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

J2EE Architect in Chicago, IL

Assignment Description / Responsibilities:* The Architecture Frameworks group is responsible for the design, development, testing, documentation, and deployment of frameworks (base implementations) and related administration utilities for select client mainstream architectures. This position will be responsible for developing the java distributed frameworks on which all ITG J2EE applications are built. This includes a common set of reusable technically-focused components (e.g. Security Framework) that utilizes a shared infrastructure that drives the frameworks (e.g. Security Database / LDAP tree). The distributed frameworks ensure client Architecture standards implementation when building and deploying J2EE applications. Major Accountabilities:* Required Skills: ? CS/EE equivalent in related technical or professional field (Masters degree in related field is preferred) ? 8+ Years of Architecture OO experience ? 6+ Years of web specific software Design and development experience ? 6+ Years of OO application development management and design experience ? 3+ Years of experience WebSphere with Java and J2EE as enablers ? Excellent communication skills ? Excellent understanding of business and technical complexities with new technologies ? Analytical problem-solving skills ? Takes direction well but leads a team to resolve highly complex technical issues without hesitation ? Fights for the best approach but understands constraints can impact direction and end products ? Excellent and resolving rollout issues and planning work based on the known constraints Please forward your resumes to Contact No: 703-994-4152 J2EE, OO, UML, RUP, Struts, Spring, Hibernate, XML, SQL Apply directly at: ?jobref=927231&referer=gad To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Sr Systems Analyst - PeopleSoft Financials in Chicago, IL

Our client currently seeks a Sr Systems Analyst with PeopleSoft HR for a
DIRECT-HIRE opportunity. This position will entail the upgrade to 8.4.
Will spearhead the project and work with a team.

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DB2 Consultant in Chicago, IL

Design and maintain databases and database solutions that operate within prescribed resource limits and, meet company standards. Participate in and contribute to all phases of systems development projects. Monitor and tune database and database application performance. A skills: Working knowledge of two or more of the following technologies: 2+ years experience with DB2 or IDMS in an OS/390 environment. 2+ years experience with DB2, Informix, or Sybase on Solaris. 2+ years experience with SQL Server on an NT platform. Experience with Embarcadero/similar tools (E/R Studio, DBArtisan, and Schema Manager). Experience with BMC tools for DB2 (Change/Catalog Manager, MainView, Log Master). Proficient with coding and review of SQL, stored procedures, and triggers. Logical and Physical Data Modeling experience is required B skills: Basic Java, REXX, or C++ skills a plus Also should have: 5+ years experience developing and maintaining complex applications that make extensive use of a supported database technology or 2+ years experience as an associate DBA. Well versed in all phases of Systems Analysis and Design Experienced in two or more programming languages and two or more scripting languages. Practiced at Entity/Relationship or Object modeling and translation to physical database designs. Proficient in DML, DDL, and database utilities for at least two DBMS technologies. Proficient in all access methods of a DBMS as well as the underlying operating system access methods. Knowledge of hardware and operating system capabilities within one environment Understanding of all software subsystems (DBMS, TP Managers, etc.) for one environment. Please forward your resumes to Contact No: 214-329-9199 DB2 or IDMS, Informix, or Sybase on Solaris, SQL Server Apply directly at: ?jobref=927236&referer=gad To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Windows/Linux Systems Administrator in Chicago, IL

Openings: 2 A skills: 1) 5 years experience supporting Microsoft Windows Production environments 2) 2 years experience supporting Linux (SuSE Linux Enterprise Server preferred) 3) Experience with and strong understanding of Windows NT/2000/2003 technologies such as Windows NT 4 Domains, 4) DNS and Active Directory design and implementation 5) Microsoft Visio B skills: MCSE certification desirable Project Description: Provide daily support for Windows Development, Test and Production environments. Support Active Directory and assist with Group Policy configurations. Provide 3rd level support for client-side issues. Also: Produce documentation in the form of Visio drawings and Microsoft Word documents. Configure new server hardware and install operating systems (Windows/Netware/Linux) Work with our existing Intel-based server farm comprised of 200 Windows, Netware and Linux servers. Provide support for the Windows-based operating systems, as well as in-house and third party developed applications. Produce documentation on existing pieces of our infrastructure. Please forward your resumes to Contact No: 214-329-9199 Windows, Linux Apply directly at: ?jobref=927115&referer=gad To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

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