Monday, November 26, 2007

SAP Training and SME Instructors in New York, NY

Monday, November 26, 2007
Jason Roberts is in the process of implementing an end-user training environment to support the needs of our projects being deployed through 2008. Assistance is required in setting up an overall training solution, including the setup of the environment itself along with the associated business processes and identification of skill sets required to support and maintain the smooth flow of constantly changing classes.

Work with other Trainers and SME to Identify Data requirements

Work with end-user training team to Develop the end-to-end process for classroom instruction and loading/testing of structured exercises

Responsibilities:

Project will include the development of an end-to-end solution for our end-user training environment. (Both the technical and business side of implementing the environment). This project has a critical milestone of being completely implemented (testing, pilots, processes, everything complete and ready to go for classroom use) by the end of Q4 2007. Examples of expected activities include (but are not limited to):
. Identification and staging of SAP components to load based on end-user training roadmap.
. Development and documentation of appropriate service level agreements
. Scoping of resources (and roles and responsibilities) required to maintain and support the environment.
. Identification of any troublesome areas in establishing the end-user training environment.
. Development of process for scheduling the environment.

Please forward your resume for consideration. All information is kept confidential. Jason Roberts has multiple open roles for qualified SAP candidates with SAP training expertise. No calls please.





Experience: Prior experience setting up an end-user training environment for a large, geographically dispersed company is a must.
Prior experience in setting up a complex SAP end-user training environment is a must.

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BI Solution Architect Financial Services in New York, NY

Any major city 100% Travel M-TH/F
Permanent position, base salary + bonuses and great benefits

BI Solution Architect leads all aspects of the design & delivery of Financial Services Business Intelligence (FS BI) solutions. Responsibilities include HW/SW selection & sizing, configuration recommendations and conversions. The BI Solution Architect understands business challenges & translates them into system solutions. This is a hands-on consulting & delivery role. Preferred Candidates should have solution & application performance analysis, tuning, audit and design checkpoint coordination; advanced z/OS or Distributed Appl. Prior consulting experience preferred. Experience in BI Architecture/Solution design, prototyping, develop, & deploy. Provide leadership in all technical aspects of FS BI project initiative. Solution Performance Analysis and Database Optimization. Audit & Design checkpoint coordination experience. Express complex concepts in terms appropriate to a target audience. Knowledge of/experience with formal delivery methodologies. Experience in Financial Services Business Intelligence (FS BI), BI data analysis experience, Strong written and verbal communication skills, Experience w/data modeling tools. A Minimum 6+ yrs experience Business Intelligence solution design / development / implementation. 3+ years experience architecting BI solutions, with at least 2 full lifecycle implementations.



Experience:

  • Solutions Architect experience
  • Consulting Experience
  • Financial Services experience
  • Management experience
  • Business Intelligence experience



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  • SAP/QM Consultant in New York, NY

    Live anywhere 100% travel M-TH/F
    Fulltime employment -TOP COMPANY - Career Position
    These consultants will use their in-depth SAP/QM consulting skills, business knowledge, and packaged solution expertise to effectively integrate packaged technology into the clients business environment in order to achieve client expected business results. 4+ years experience in configuration with 2+ Full Lifecycle implementations on SAP/QM (Quality Management) module with SAP R/3. A Bachelor's degree: Major Field of study: Computer Science, Engineering or related degree or experience is also required. The SAP/QM (Quality Management) Consultant should possess expertise in this area and leverage this knowledge to design and develop client SAP/QM solutions. This candidate will be responsible for assisting clients in the selection, implementation, and support of SAP/QM components. Candidate should be familiar with various integration points and interface options with SAP/QM. This individual will provide hands-on leadership, direction, mentoring to the team as well as managing client relationships. Preferred candidates will have SAP/QM Certification, project management experience and management consulting experience with SCM/Industrial clients on SAP/QM engagements. Looking for in-depth knowledge in the following areas: Configuration in SAP/QM with the ability to give expert advice and lead others in this area; history of SAP/QM Quality Management Consulting and Client Management experience and Project Management; Hands-on expertise in developing project deliverables utilizing formal/structured methodologies; Establishing and managing SAP/QM development standards. Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.



    Experience: 4+ years of SAP/QM (Quality Management) experience preferably in a consulting environment
    A minimum of 2 Full Lifecycle Implementations in SAP/QM
    Hands-on configuration in SAP/QM
    Utilization of formal project management methodologies like PMI, ASAP Certifications
    Integration of SAP/QM with other multiple modules


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    Sr. Network Technical Analyst in New York, NY

    Looking for a Sr. Network Technical Analyst direct hireSalary should be in the 80s but willing to do 90K.

    NYC - Only GC or US citizens.

    The NA Network Operations team is responsible for implementing new technologies, monitoring the network, troubleshooting network related problems and doing necessary maintenance and upgrades to provide the highest availability and the most reliable service to our customers.

    The role and responsibilities of a Senior Network Technical Analyst are outlined below. He/she will work closely with the Network Engineering, Telecommunications & Security groups during the implementation and support of new and enhanced networking technologies into the operational environment. In doing so, it is imperative that appropriate standards are created, documented and maintained with the goal of providing an unsurpassed quality of service to our customers.

    Purpose and Responsibilities of the position:

    Support role:

    Configure, install, monitor and maintain network switches, routers and VPN devices at the companys enterprise data centers and customer sites.

    Troubleshoot complex routing or network related issues.

    Troubleshoot and provide solutions to routine hardware and software problems.

    Should be able to make smart business decisions and manage projects independently, sometimes under tight deadlines. However, if a sensitive issue or a major problem is suspected the problem should be escalated to the Network Engineering group or the Network Operations Manager.

    Minimize client productivity loss caused by technical outages.

    Provide infrastructure support to meet various business needs.

    Maintain network equipment for service replacements or upgrades as detailed with vendor maintenance agreements.

    Monitor the Remedy Helpdesk system for daily trouble tickets. Provide quick problem resolution for open issues. Ensure data pertaining to the status of the service requests are entered into help desk tracking systems.

    Monitor and control infrastructure performance in the areas of response, throughput and availability.

    Aid in locating the necessary tools and processes to identify troublesome trends. Understand identified trends and plans designed to resolve problems and prevent them from recurring.

    Provide 24x7 on call support for all sites in North America. This is a shared responsibility with other members of the Network Operations team and is handled on a rotational basis.

    Work occasional overtime hours and weekends to complete maintenance work that cannot be done during normal business hours.

    Work with customers to adapt their applications and infrastructure to the approved GIS standards.

    Document network configurations for all data centers and supported agencies. Provide Visio diagrams for network configurations, document equipment configurations, maintain port to node list and other pertinent information for troubleshooting networks remotely.

    Proven experience in the following:

    - A thorough understanding of TCP/IP networking, LAN/WAN architecture and advanced routing protocols.

    - Experience using network management tools to analyze, monitor and troubleshoot network related problems. (Ciscoworks, EtherReal, SolarWinds, Snort, etc.)

    - Experience with RADIUS and TACACS.

    - Must have a thorough understanding of Cisco IOS, CATOS and extensive hands-on experience with Cisco routers and switches.

    - Experience supporting PIX firewalls and VPN Concentrators.

    - Experience implementing routing policies through access lists, filters and AS-Path controls.

    - Experience working with and/or designing large scale networks.

    - Experience implementing QoS/CoS

    - Experience with Unix/Linux and Microsoft OS.

    Qualifications
    CCNP/CCIE certification or equivalent job related experience
    BS in Information Technology, MIS, Engineering, etc. or equivalent experience
    Minimum 5+ years directly related experience
    Minimum of 3+ years in Cisco environments: switches, routers, and firewalls
    Minimum three years experience working with advanced routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, STP, VTP, MPLS, IPSEC
    Software: MS Project,
    Experience: A thorough understanding of TCP/IP networking, LAN/WAN architecture and advanced routing protocols.

    - Experience using network management tools to analyze, monitor and troubleshoot network related problems. (Ciscoworks, EtherReal, SolarWinds, Snort, etc.)

    - Experience with RADIUS and TACACS.

    - Must have a thorough understanding of Cisco IOS, CATOS and extensive hands-on experience with Cisco routers and switches.

    - Experience supporting PIX firewalls and VPN Concentrators.

    - Experience implementing routing policies through access lists, filters and AS-Path controls.

    - Experience working with and/or designing large scale networks.

    - Experience implementing QoS/CoS

    - Experience with Unix/Linux and Microsoft OS.

    Qualifications
    CCNP/CCIE certification or equivalent job related experience
    BS in Information Technology, MIS, Engineering, etc. or equivalent experience
    Minimum 5+ years directly related experience
    Minimum of 3+ years in Cisco environments: switches, routers, and firewalls
    Minimum three years experience working with advanced routing protocols such as EIGRP, OSPF, BGP, STP, VTP, MPLS, IPSEC
    Software: MS Project, MS Visio, MRTG, Ethereal, Ciscoworks, HP Openview, Voyence
    Exceptional customer service-orientation

    Specialized Skills and Competencies required to perform the work

    Below is a list of skills and competencies that are considered mandatory to the success of this position.

    - Solve problems quickly and see them through until completion.

    - Ability to work with customers and colleagues in a professional manner during stressful situations.

    - Independently manage projects from inception through production.

    - Superior customer interaction and communications skills.

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    Powerbuilder/Sybase Developer in New York, NY

    We have an immediate opening for a PowerBuilder/Sybase Developer to assist one of our most dynamic clients with significant enhancements to a mission-critical application. You will work with Subject Matter Experts and Analysts to interpret, explain and enhance these applications. Duties include; taking data from large financial providers and integrating it with the host data to provide the clients with complete portfolio views of their holdings.

    5+ years of PowerBuilder development experience is required, along with experience working with Sybase. ADP, Persing or other financial interface experience is a plus. A background in Customer Support is needed as well as strong technical, communication and organizational skills.

    Experience: Powerbuilder, Sybase, Developer, ADP, Persing

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    Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting Analyst in New York, NY

    Any City North East 100% Travel M-TH/F
    BYB024058 Planning, Budgeting & Forecasting Analyst
    Financial Management Consultant with extensive experience implementing budgeting, forecasting and planning processes and applications in banks and/or capital market firms. The responsibilities include: collecting and analyzing business requirements in order to translate into functional design; must be able to understand and document financial process flows and be qualified to suggest areas for process improvement; will lead sub teams in full life-cycle implementations of a leading budget/planning application in financial services organizations. The consultant will need to have working knowledge of budget/forecasting processes in a bank or capital markets firm and strong experience developing business requirements. Experience with Hyperion or Clarity products a plus. Must have experience handling multiple projects in fast-paced environment and experience managing client expectations at all levels. Major Field of Study: Any.


    Experience: Working knowledge and experience with budgeting, planning and forecasting processes and applications in large banks and/or financial markets companies.
    Strong performance management experience in banks and/or capital markets co.
    Experience implementing leading budgeting / forecasting tools (e.g. Hyperion Planning, Clarity).
    Strong analytical and presentation skills required


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    Java/J2EE Architect - New Opportunity! in New York, NY

    An International manufacturer and wholesaler of consumer goods seeks an AS/400 Java/J2EE
    Application Architect at their New York City corporate headquarters.


    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    Drive the design and construction of complex business problems into innovative technology solutions.
    Be a hands-on coder and proactively mentor developers.
    Involved in a high energy team focused on full life-cycle development.
    Manage development teams of 5 to 10 people, mostly offshore, from project definition through implementation.
    Assume responsibility for overall design and implementation, using the latest tools available.
    Create complex, enterprise-transforming business applications.
    Facilitate the functional and detailed design to enable the coding to be done in-house or to be outsourced.
    Must help create and maintain the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
    This position may include international travel.

    REQUIREMENTS:

    5+ years of experience combining analysis, design, development and implementation of large-scale systems (OO and /or distributed component based).
    Strong development experience with OO languages such as Java, (J2EE), C++, EAI technologies (MQ Series) and XML.
    Strong knowledge of design patterns, refactoring and unit testing.
    Agile Methodology knowledge, such as Extreme Programming (XP) & SCRUM.
    Leadership experience in assessing staff skill levels, assigning work appropriately, directing team in specific project activities, estimation, and facilitating career development.
    Experience with AS/400 Webshere Application Server is a must.
    Experience in customer-facing and vendor-facing web-base & windows-base systems which involve costing and building, sales and order fulfillment.
    Experience with Rational Software Architect or RequsitPro is a plus.
    Experience with RPG is a plus.
    An academic background in Computer Science, Business or Engineering.


    Salary of up to $100,000 and a full suite of benefits ranging from health and dental coverage, to 401K investment plans.
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    The City That Never Sleeps has it all!


    Experience: 5+ years of experience combining analysis, design, development and implementation of large-scale systems (OO and /or distributed component based).
    Strong development experience with OO languages such as Java, (J2EE), C++, EAI technologies (MQ Series) and XML.
    Strong knowledge of design patterns, refactoring and unit testing.
    Agile Methodology knowledge, such as Extreme Programming (XP) & SCRUM.
    Leadership experience in assessing staff skill levels, assigning work appropriately, directing team in specific project activities, estimation, and facilitating career development.
    Experience with AS/400 Webshere Application Server is a must.

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