Wednesday, February 10, 2010

[SMCNG] Digest Number 309

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1.

LEAD:  Sr Mgr On Line Analytics - Media - NYC?

Posted by: "john sampson" jcsspike@yahoo.com   jcsspike

Tue Feb 9, 2010 6:11 am (PST)



THE POSITION
 
High Level Job Description:
We are looking for a self-motivated Senior Manager, Online Analytics to join our Online Marketing team. Reporting to the Senior Director of Online Marketing this position will play a critical hands-on role in our business to lead, and drive the growth of sophistication and utilization of analytics in our organization. This position will play a strategic role in the analysis of all click stream data, conversion data, testing data and e-commerce data with an eye on helping the marketing teams optimize acquisition, engagement, conversion and retention efforts. The ideal candidate is an enthusiastic, experienced, and creative self-starter that will jump in and make an immediate impact. You will be an instrumental team member involved in developing, managing, and growing all aspects of web analytics, reporting and analysis. Qualified applicants will have a strong online statistic and analytic background, solid business acumen and good technical knowledge.
 
Detailed Job Description/ Responsibilities:

Exhibit a high level of expertise in guiding the data strategy across multiple tactics and work with development to assure data integrity of all aspects of tracking and reporting
Own, manipulate and utilize the selected web analytics tools with a high degree of skill and understanding as it relates to web metrics, site analysis, online business and user segmentation
Create holistic dashboards that help give insight and drive business decision-making
Serve as the on-site web analytics advocate, constantly striving to improve skills with tool sets and within the web metrics space, as well as pushing knowledge to the larger marketing teams.
Work as a vendor liaison to assure proper and expedited implementation
Develop testing plan and platform for testing and then work with product managers to define, design, execute, analyze, and present results to marketing leaders and team members.
Participate in site re-designs and enhancements as a measurements expert, identifying reporting requirements, monitoring the implementation process and evaluating post-launch reporting.
 
Required Competencies/Skills:

Very strong web and business analysis skills
Highly analytical and detail oriented, with a passion for digging into data to identify key trends, results and critical outcomes
Strong ability to translate, communicate, and distil statistics and metrics into a digestible, actionable marketing framework
Strong initiative – ideal candidate will conceive of research projects/tests and execute based on open business/analysis questions without direct instruction
General working knowledge of basic web technologies is preferred, but not required (SQL, HTML, JavaScript, AJAX , ATG, web platforms, Flash, etc.)
Ability to work with employees at all levels including senior management
Extremely well organized (including good project management skills) and high attention to detail
Leadership skills ability to lead teams of people from a variety of functional areas to reach common project goals
Strong written and verbal communications skills and a demonstrated ability to effectively interact across business functions to deliver effective marketing programs
Bachelor's Degree
7-10+ years web analytics experience, media industry a plus
Experience with enterprise-level analytics tools (Omniture's Site Catalyst strongly preferred)
 
 
THE COMPANY
 
DIRECTV
 
Thanks to the abilities and innovative thinking of their employees, DIRECTV celebrates its 15th year of providing customers with a superior alternative to cable.  As the nation's No. 1 satellite television service, DIRECTV prides itself on presenting the finest television experience available to more than 18 million customers in the United States and leading the HD revolution with more than 130 HD channels – more quality HD channels than any other television provider.  Each day, DIRECTV subscribers enjoy access to over 265 channels of 100% digital picture and sound,  the most comprehensive collection of sports programming available anywhere, including NFL SUNDAY TICKET™ and MLB EXTRA INNINGS®, a wide-range of international programming, and exclusive programming including the acclaimed Friday Night Lights. DIRECTV offers industry-leading customer satisfaction (which has surpassed all national cable companies for nine years running) and superior
technologies that include advanced DVR and HD-DVR services. The firm delivers this service to homes, airports, hotels, restaurants, hospitals, office buildings, airplanes, automobiles and portable electronics. The innovations have led to seven Emmy® Awards and hundreds of filings for US patents as new must-have technologies are introduced into the TV viewing experience. DIRECTV is committed to challenge, inspire and reward the people who make the company vision come to life - Join this winning team!
Key Historical Dates
1990: Founded
06/1994: Launched Service
10/1994: National Availability
11/1995: One Millionth Customer
04/1999: PRIMESTAR Acquisition
05/1999: USSB Acquisition
07/2001: Ten Millionth Customer
12/2003: News Corp. acquires 34% interest in DIRECTV
10/2005: 15 Millionth Customer
01/2006: 100% Ownership of DIRECTV Latin America acquired
10/2007: High definition revolution begins with more than 70 national HD channels*
02/2008: Liberty Media acquires 41% of The DIRECTV Group
02/2008: DIRECTV Latin America reaches 5 million Customers
Stock
DIRECTV Common Stock is publicly traded under the ticker symbol DTV on the NASDAQ Exchange.
If you are interested in this opportunity, would like additional information or have recommendations for appropriate candidates please contact:
 
Paula Weiner, President
Weiner & Associates, Inc.
212-988-3507 (office)
646-554-4151 (cell)
paula@buildwinteam.com
www.buildwinteam.com

MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:
Feb 9th Combined Dinner Mtg AWC - Rod Colon - Empowering Today's Professionals (ETP) Network
Feb 16th - Tues - Bring 20 copies of your resume - 6 pm - Carnevale Center 10 Lenox Ave Pompton Lakes 07442 Rm 9 - plan to have dinner with us afterwards
2.

GENERAL:  CIO Summit on Virt Dsktp - NYC - Feb 24th

Posted by: "john sampson" jcsspike@yahoo.com   jcsspike

Tue Feb 9, 2010 6:12 am (PST)



CIO magazine's Summit on Moving to the Virtual Desktop:
Challenges, Opportunities and Case Studies
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
The Roosevelt Hotel, New York City
www.cio.com/dellsummit-ny
You are invited to join IT colleagues from companies such as Bristol-Myers Squibb, CIOs without Borders, Colgate-Palmolive, Columbia University, Crayola LLC, Empire State Development Corp., JP Morgan Chase & Co., McCann Worldgroup, Metlife, NFL, Standard & Poor's, UBS Investment Bank and many more at CIO magazine's half-day summit on Moving to the Virtual Desktop: Challenges, Opportunities and Case Studies being held Wednesday, February 24 from 8:00 am to 1:15 pm at The Roosevelt Hotel in New York City. The summit is produced by CIO magazine and sponsored by Dell in partnership with Citrix, Microsoft and VMware.
Register now at www.cio.com/dellsummit-ny to secure your complimentary spot at this unique event.
Get the latest facts and guidance about desktop virtualization and how it can help your organization. Hear who's adopting desktop virtualization and why. Identify the barriers to adoption and how they impact you. See leading examples of how companies have selected and pursued an implementation path. Learn what various implementation options are available.
You will also have the opportunity to talk with leading experts such as Mark Margevicius, Vice President and Research Director at Gartner and practitioners who are facing similar challenges and needs.
Sessions include:

The Virtual Desktop: Assessing What's Right for You
Overcoming Barriers: Lessons from the Field
Panel Discussion: Deciding When Desktop Virtualization is Right...Then Choosing the Best Implementation Path
Case Studies on:

Reducing Costs and Improving Application Management through Desktop Virtualization
Emory Healthcare Delivers Desktop Virtualization Enabling an Agile IT Environment and Quality Patient Care
Norton Healthcare: Lowering and Improving Patient Care with Desktop Virtualization
Register now at www.cio.com/dellsummit-ny. You may also register by calling 800-366-0246 or emailing us at executiveprograms@cxo.com. We look forward to seeing you at the summit on February 24!

MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:
Feb 9th Combined Dinner Mtg AWC - Rod Colon - Empowering Today's Professionals (ETP) Network
Feb 16th - Tues - Bring 20 copies of your resume - 6 pm - Carnevale Center 10 Lenox Ave Pompton Lakes 07442 Rm 9 - plan to have dinner with us afterwards
3.

LEAD:  Eqty Deriv Flow Supp - NYC - Bank - at least 125k

Posted by: "john sampson" jcsspike@yahoo.com   jcsspike

Tue Feb 9, 2010 12:04 pm (PST)



Job Description                A major Foreign Bank Holding Company is looking for an Equity Derivatives Flow Support Professional in their
                                      New York City Office.
 
                                      Responsibilities:
 
                                      Focus on supporting the Flow Volume trading business at the Bank.
 
                                      The team is supporting applications that are front to back trade entry, Risk Management and trade processing system
                                      On Trader's desktops.
 
                                      The ideal candidate should have technical experience in Java, Perl, Bash and Tibco Technologies.
 
Skills Required                Solid knowledge of the Equity Derivatives Flow products (nice to have but not a must).
 
                                      Solid software development skills particularly in Java and Perl.
 
                                      Solid experience in the use of perstistence technologies (relational, time series, object-based, etc.).
 
                                      Solid understanding of IPC and messaging/middleware technologies (Tibco , EMS , SOAP, etc.).
 
                                      Strong trade processing system background.
 
                                      Have trading floor support experience.
 
                                      Non-Technical Qualifications:
 
                                      Strong inter-personal skills with ability to communicate to various levels of seniority.
 
                                      Self-starter with positive "can-do" attitude.
 
                                      Results-oriented, dedicated and committed to success.
 
                                      Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.
 
                                      Relaiable, trustworthy and hard-working.
 
Salary Range                   This is a full time position for an Assistant Vice President and salary is based on experience.
 
How to Apply                   Contact Tony Savoca at Momentum Resource Solutions at asavoca@momentumrs.com and then call him at 732-738-0929.
 
                                                                               
 

Tony Savoca

Vice President

Director of Financial Services

Momentum Resource Solutions

1090 King Georges Post Road

Edison, NJ 08837

732-738-4700
 

MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:
Feb 9th Combined Dinner Mtg AWC - Rod Colon - Empowering Today's Professionals (ETP) Network
Feb 16th - Tues - Bring 20 copies of your resume - 6 pm - Carnevale Center 10 Lenox Ave Pompton Lakes 07442 Rm 9 - plan to have dinner with us afterwards
4.

Manager Desktop Support Services - Northern NJ

Posted by: "cgs_managing_partner" mszot@cgsonline.com   cgs_managing_partner

Tue Feb 9, 2010 12:04 pm (PST)




CGS Technology Associates has been a pioneer in providing information technology professional services and solutions to Fortune 500 companies in Telecommunications, Financial Services, and Pharmaceuticals industries. CGS's success is the direct result of extraordinary people and their ability to exceed the expected standards in delivering their services.

CGS Technology Associates is currently looking for a Manager of Desktop Services for one of our Life Sciences clients.

Responsibilities include:
Design and implement standards, processes and services that facilitate business agility and the efficient use of technology investments
Drive user satisfaction with all IT related services as they are delivered via the Desktop
Provide leadership and guidance for Desktop Security
Establish and socialize desktop standards that are adhered
Review all new desktop technology that is proposed for use within the organization and collaborate with Enterprise Architecture on delivery of standards
Create appropriate metrics to determine the effectiveness of the operation and further judge client/customer satisfaction
Process and resolve Desktop Incidents to ensure rapid 'return to service'
Design and deliver programs, processes and procedures resulting in continuous improvement of desktop and workplace productivity tools
Evolve new technology concepts into innovative solutions to complex architecture and business operations challenges
Maintain and apply current knowledge of technology, keep abreast of new and emerging technologies and determine if/how they can be used to add value to the business
Support and develop a pipeline of the technical expertise that will be required to meet long-term business goals
Communicate the "big picture" to enable others to align plans/priorities with the long-term needs of the company
Drive evolution and adoption of modern automated management and reporting solutions

Basic Qualifications
B.S. degree in a technical discipline such as Information Technology or Computer Science
Minimum 5-7 years experience with Windows Desktop technology including trouble shooting and platform analysis
Minimum 4 years leading and motivating complex teams to achieve on-time completion of projects

Additional Qualifications
Ability to manage staff and projects in multiple locations
Strong working knowledge of Windows Operating Systems, Microsoft Exchange, MS Office Communication Server, and associated Office products
Demonstrated understanding of various Collaboration tools, technologies and associated services
Experience with Desktop Security
Understanding of desktop software distribution technologies in a large enterprise environment such as SMS, SCOM.
Significant experience with all aspects of technology life cycle including planning, acquisition, introduction, operations and retirement
ITIL - Understanding of Change & Release Management and a grounding in Technology Governance (Policy, Standards, Process Development & Outreach)
Ability to create TCO models and determine ROIs when making technology decisions
Strong problem resolution skills and a "can do" approach to getting the job done
Self-starter that demonstrates initiative and ability to work independently with little supervision
Able to quickly learn a broad array of desktop technologies and apply knowledge to real-world problems
Ability to work effectively under aggressive timelines and high pressure situations
Proven ability to identify and remove project obstacles or barriers on behalf of the team
Known to deliver clear understandable instructions and coaching to others within the team
Proven project management and customer service skills with demonstrated planning and organization skills
Excellent written and verbal communications, effective interpersonal skills, and strong formal presentation abilities
Experience in the Life Sciences industry

How to Apply:
Email your resume in word format to: Jobs@CGSonline.com
In the subject field of your email, please include the position Title from this posting
Please make sure to include your Name, Current Address and Phone number in the email

To view all of CGS's Current Opportunities, please visit our website at: http://www.cgsonline.com

Thank you

CGS Technology Associates
485E US Route 1 South
Iselin, NJ 08830
Email: jobs@cgsonline.com
Web: www.cgsonline.com
Office: 732-750-4141

5.

Opportunities for a Helpdesk Manager - Northern NJ

Posted by: "cgs_managing_partner" mszot@cgsonline.com   cgs_managing_partner

Tue Feb 9, 2010 12:07 pm (PST)




CGS Technology Associates has been a pioneer in providing information technology professional services and solutions to Fortune 500 companies in Telecommunications, Financial Services, and Pharmaceuticals industries. CGS's success is the direct result of extraordinary people and their ability to exceed the expected standards in delivering their services.

CGS Technology Associates is currently looking for experienced Helpdesk Manager for one of our clients in the Life Sciences industry..
The Helpdesk Manager is responsible for the operations of the Helpdesk support staff by managing schedules of staff activities along with tracking incidents and problems that are reported to the helpdesk. Supervises a team of 4-6 support staff who are the first line of communication for users requests needs and takes responsibility for the end-to-end delivery of technical support services and helpdesk functions.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Oversee and supervise Helpdesk Staff (4-6) and establish accountability for staff scheduling, quality handling and resolution of tickets, escalations and morale at multiple locations.
Conduct training of support staff on operational procedures and troubleshooting techniques; Provide end-user training as needed to reduce recurring calls to the helpdesk.
Report staff discipline issues and schedule performance evaluations.
Work closely with other IT groups (Infrastructure, Enterprise Applications, etc.) to proactively identify and resolve issues that affect the end-user experience.
Monitor E-mail, V-mail, and Call center software queues; answer central helpdesk line as needed.
Provide management reports on helpdesk operations and issues regarding the support of Information Technology resources.
Provide technical guidance in activities associated with the identification, prioritization, and resolution of reported problems either by telephone or in person.
Establishes documentation for installation and support procedures.

Requirements:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college with 3-5+ years of working experience in IT as the lead on a call center with 4+ people dedicated to answering phones and a second group responsible for second level support.
Strong customer service and analytical skills, interacts effectively with internal business groups to provide excellent IT services and solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
Prior experience in Life Sciences industry a plus.

Technical skills:
Basic understanding of Remedy (or equivalent call center ticket system)
ITIL principles and experience
Experience with Windows 2000, Windows XP, Mac OS 10.x and Microsoft Office is required.
Advanced MS Outlook 97/98/XP/2003 is helpful.
Experience with PDAs and Blackberrys is preferred.
Advanced Windows XP/2003 Background (3-5 years)
Intermediate understanding of computer networks
Advanced PC Desktop/Workstation
Understanding of Active Directory
Advanced HW SW Installation
Intermediate DHCP/DNS Knowledge

How to Apply:
Email your resume in word format to: Jobs@CGSonline.com
In the subject field of your email, please include the position Title from this posting
Please make sure to include your Name, Current Address and Phone number in the email

To view all of CGS's Current Opportunities, please visit our website at: http://www.cgsonline.com

Thank you

CGS Technology Associates
485E US Route 1 South
Iselin, NJ 08830
Email: jobs@cgsonline.com
Web: www.cgsonline.com
Office: 732-750-4141

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