Saturday, November 27, 2010

[NE-Financial-Services-IT-Jobs] Digest Number 554

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Z/OS Systems Programmer/Technical Project Manager - 128/Mass Pike Ar

Posted by: "Gary Wright - Wright Associates" gary_wright@verizon.net   wrightassociates

Fri Nov 26, 2010 7:03 am (PST)



Please feel free to refer this position to other groups and people you know.

11-26-2010 - Still searching for strong candidates

Position Title – WRZOS082010

Z/OS Systems Programmer/Technical Project Manager – 128/Mass Pike Area of
MA – Up to $130K+

Excellent Compensation Package – Base + Bonus + Very Comprehensive Benefits

Relo Assistance possible for exceptionally strong matches

Company

Large, public, highly successful, and growing Retail Firm - Great Company –
Lots of Upside.

Position Responsibilities – Summary

The incumbent will play a critical role in the support and integration for
the mainframe infrastructure and vendor supplied software. He/she will work
closely with IT departments, divisional application development and the
end-user to assure successful software implementations and continued
effective use of installed computer resources. The incumbent will also
provide technical support and aid in problem determination and resolution.

Reports to the Manager of Operation System Services.

Required Skills and Competencies:

· Excellent project management skills, familiarity with ITIL and
Prince2 or similar project management methodology preferred – Strong
Technical Project Management skills, good style and presence coupled with
the ability to collaborate at all levels.
· Strong business acumen with an ability to communicate effectively
all levels within organization – Strong technical project management
· Proven managerial skills and experience, i.e.
hire/fire/coach/mentor
· Minimum 10 years experience as z/OS Systems Programmer
· Minimum 10 years experience with the internals of all MVS
components
· Minimum 10 years experience with Install, Customization, Testing
and Maintenance of z/OS
· Minimum 10 years experience with Hardware Configuration Definition
and Hardware Management Console
· Experienced with Assembler Language
· Experience with Back Up and Disaster Recovery
· Experience with Capacity Planning, Trending and Utilization,
System Monitoring and Performance preferred
Flexible, able to adapt to change effectively
· Strong time management skills and ability to meet deadlines while
managing multiple tasks
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· Ability to work independently and as a team player
· Retail experience preferred but not Mandatory

Contact Information

Send Resume in Word format only to:

Gary Wright - President – Wright Associates

Phone - (508) 761-6354 - Email - replywrightassociates@verizon.net - WEB
Site – www.wrightassociates.org

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Manager of Technical Services - Windows Sys Admin - 128/Mass Pike Ar

Posted by: "Gary Wright - Wright Associates" gary_wright@verizon.net   wrightassociates

Fri Nov 26, 2010 7:04 am (PST)



Please feel free to refer this position to other groups and people you know.

Position Title – WRTMTS092010 - 11-26-2010 - Still searching for strong
candidates

Manager of Technical Services – Windows Sys Admin – 128/Mass Pike Area of
MA – Up to $140K+

Excellent Compensation Package – Base + Bonus + Very Comprehensive Benefits

Preference is for Local Candidates - Relo Assistance possible for
exceptionally strong matches – No sponsorship

Stable work history

Company

Large, public, highly successful, and growing Retail Firm - Great Company –
Lots of Upside.

Position Responsibilities – Summary

· Manages the activities related to the design, procurement, testing
and operations in support of server related technical projects.
· Oversees the daily activities of direct reports. Coaches and
mentors staff towards career development.
· Manages, maintains and implements applications/technologies and
associated systems standards.
· Negotiates and establishes vendor business partner relationships
to ensure best pricing and service level delivery.
· Establishes and maintains budgets and associated expenditures
along with acquisition methodologies for assigned applications/technologies,
purchases and maintenance.
· Evaluates and acquires new/upgraded software and hardware
technologies that offer competitive advantages or productivity gains in
delivery of information and system services to the end user computing
community.
· Provides inter and interdepartmental communication concerning all
computing standards and future strategic directions. Sets standards
concerning specific corporate direction in relation to assigned applications
and technologies.
· Other duties as assigned.

Reports to Manager of Technical Services - Global Infrastructure

Required Skills and Competencies:
· 8+ years Information Technology experience in large data center,
distributed, multi-location, multi-protocol, networked environment.
Candidates must have experience working in an environment of a 1000+ Windows
Servers or very close to this number.
· 5+ years of management experience – Need experience managing a
group of 25-30 people – Person best suited for this role will have come up
thru a hands-on technical role and can still engage hands-on as needed.
Needs to be hands-on technically in the technologies specified.
· Experience building Windows Based Servers.
· Experience with VMware, Citrix, Active Directory and Clustering.
· Experience with the acquisition and management of technology
including midrange, desktop and other hardware, software and network related
areas.
· Extensive technical experience in current infrastructure
technologies used at the firm. These technologies include, but are not
limited to: Mainframe, Servers, Desktops, Peripherals, Wireless Devices,
Miscellaneous Appliances, Storage Devices, Operating Systems, Utilities,
Monitoring Tools, Software Packages, Networks, etc.
· Experience in current development methodologies, audit and SOX
compliance, security practices, middleware, change management compliance,
database technology, etc.
· Solid understanding of hardware, operating systems and associated
technologies including both current technologies and future trends for
industry strategic hardware and software in the assigned environment.
· Ability to manage and adjust multiple priorities in a fast paced,
rapidly changing environment.
· Ability to rapidly adapt to new technologies and business
requirements.
· Cross platform technical knowledge.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Retail experience preferred but not mandatory.

Travel:

Very minimal, as necessary

Contact Information

Send Resume in Word format only to: Gary Wright - President – Wright
Associates

Phone - (508) 761-6354 - Email - replywrightassociates@verizon.net - WEB
Site – www.wrightassociates.org

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[WNO] Digest Number 726

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LEAD:  Bus Outsourcing Mgr - NYC - Fin Svcs - Contract

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

Fri Nov 26, 2010 7:19 am (PST)




Job #330-MH988
Job Title: Business OutSourcing Manager (Contract NYC)
 
Job Description:

Work with vendors / IT managers to streamline and facilitate the Global Sourcing Solutions Desk (GSSD) process.
Manage relationships with specific customer groups by providing regional client interface, reviewing and managing pipeline, and continuously promoting adoption of GSSD process.
Guide IT managers through their outsourcing decisions to ensure alignment  and delivery of the appropriate outsourcing strategy based on the IT CoE Mandate.
Lead RFPs – review and provide input on vendor proposals, provide IT Managers with detailed analysis to facilitate the decision-making process.
Guide, review, and provide input to stakeholders on the requirements for the Migration Planning Process (MPP).
Liaise with IT Managers to obtain the appropriate signoffs from LCD, IT Risk, HR, and the various stakeholders. Interact with appropriate stakeholders for execution of MPP.
Ensure MPP compliance and work with Audit for any outstanding issues.
Conduct periodic benchmarking and market research to continuously deliver innovative sourcing options.
Manage jointly with IT managers the transformation initiatives, and share responsibility for achievement of the targets of the program.
Support project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting activities for deployments.
 Qualifications:
Business Experience:
-Solid consulting and/or outsourcing experience
-Experience in dealing with Senior Management and stakeholders
-Supporting organizational transformation in a global environment
-Project management support working in distributed teams
-Ability to understand and be a trusted advisor to the customer base and act like a SME for Global Delivery Model
-Solid knowledge of IT
-Strong abilities with MS Office
Leadership Skills:
- Analytical Skills
- Clear thinking and planning
- Influencing skills
- Strong relationship building skills and ability to manage conflict
- Desire to make a difference
- Excellent organizational skills, communication skills and attention to detail
- Must be a flexible, service-oriented team player
Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in MIS preferred; MBA degree is a plus
 

 

 

 
Taylor Smith 
Technical Recruiter
Phone (516) 232-2481
Current Jobs:  http://www.maxhire.net/cp/?E1556D361D43515B765912

File #5E6F7D1B072E277E

 

MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

Nov 30th Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions - Bring 15 copies of your resume

Dec 7th - Coaches Night Out Dinner mtg - Totowa - Bill Belknap Moderator - Linda Trignano, Alex Freund, John Hadley, Ed Pospesil panelists

Dec 21 & 28th No Mtg - Xmas Holidays
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LOOKING FOR CONTROLLER AT LUTHERAN SOCIAL SERVICES

Posted by: "John Heidgerd" jheidgerd@aol.com   jheidgerd

Sat Nov 27, 2010 5:43 am (PST)



WNO Members,

About 6 weeks ago I assumed a new position as CFO for Lutheran Social Services of NY (lssny.org). One of my first (among many) initiatives is to hire a strong Controller to help implement change thoughout the Finance operation and to help manage a complex and diverse set of social services programs and government contracts. If you know of someone that would be interested in this position, please have them email cover letter and resume to me at jheidgerd@.... The job description follows below. Best regards, Jack Heidgerd

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Controller directs the daily and ongoing functions in the Finance organization including monthly closings, financial reporting, internal controls, financial operations and contract billing and compliance. The Controller organizes all agency audits including those required by funding agencies as well as by audit firm. S/he will assist in the development of agency and contract budget and will be responsible for appropriate record-keeping to monitor performance and maximize contract billings.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES:
• Direct financial operations for a $25 MM agency with a complex network of companies and funding contracts. Organize monthly closing operations to provide timely and meaningful financial reporting to senior management, board of directors and funding sources.
• Implement strong system of internal controls that minimizes risk of misappropriation of funds, enhances our ability to comply with contract audits, and effectively measures the cost of procedures with the value added to the organization.
• Develop deep understanding of all agency funding contracts and perform ongoing review of internal cost reports to ensure that departments are working within budgeted resources and that the agency is maximizing its billings under various grant contracts, limits and regulation.
• Work closely with management team to foster strong relationships between Finance and agency staff. Meet regularly with management colleagues to review financial reports and work through issues of mutual importance.
• Ensure all agency billings are done timely each period with all appropriate reports filed and compliance items meet to receive timely payments from funders.
• Effectively manage and project operational cash flows. Ensure Accounts Payable is paying invoices in appropriate priority order as cash flow is available to do so.
• Organize semi-monthly payroll process to ensure speedy collection of time transactions and processing of payroll information and payment processing.
• Lead annual budget and periodic forecasting process.
• Assess current and available technologies and leverage existing technologies for additional operational efficiencies. Implement new technologies as appropriate for operational effectiveness.
• Various Special Projects as assigned.

SUPERVISES:
• Two Accounting Managers and support staff.

QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION:
• Bachelors Degree in Accounting, CPA and MBA preferred, but not required.

EXPERIENCE:
• At least 5 years experience in accounting leadership, preferably in non-profit, social services environment, heavily involved with government contracts.

SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• In addition to being a superior accounting technician, the Controller will be a strong communicator, with both the written and oral skills to work effectively with finance staff, agency management and staff and external constituents.
• Strong knowledge of computer applications and how they bring efficiencies into financial and agency operations.
• A leader in implementing positive change to the agency.

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LEAD:  Bus Outsourcing Mgr - NYC - Fin Svcs - Contract

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

Fri Nov 26, 2010 7:19 am (PST)




Job #330-MH988
Job Title: Business OutSourcing Manager (Contract NYC)
 
Job Description:

Work with vendors / IT managers to streamline and facilitate the Global Sourcing Solutions Desk (GSSD) process.
Manage relationships with specific customer groups by providing regional client interface, reviewing and managing pipeline, and continuously promoting adoption of GSSD process.
Guide IT managers through their outsourcing decisions to ensure alignment  and delivery of the appropriate outsourcing strategy based on the IT CoE Mandate.
Lead RFPs – review and provide input on vendor proposals, provide IT Managers with detailed analysis to facilitate the decision-making process.
Guide, review, and provide input to stakeholders on the requirements for the Migration Planning Process (MPP).
Liaise with IT Managers to obtain the appropriate signoffs from LCD, IT Risk, HR, and the various stakeholders. Interact with appropriate stakeholders for execution of MPP.
Ensure MPP compliance and work with Audit for any outstanding issues.
Conduct periodic benchmarking and market research to continuously deliver innovative sourcing options.
Manage jointly with IT managers the transformation initiatives, and share responsibility for achievement of the targets of the program.
Support project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting activities for deployments.
 Qualifications:
Business Experience:
-Solid consulting and/or outsourcing experience
-Experience in dealing with Senior Management and stakeholders
-Supporting organizational transformation in a global environment
-Project management support working in distributed teams
-Ability to understand and be a trusted advisor to the customer base and act like a SME for Global Delivery Model
-Solid knowledge of IT
-Strong abilities with MS Office
Leadership Skills:
- Analytical Skills
- Clear thinking and planning
- Influencing skills
- Strong relationship building skills and ability to manage conflict
- Desire to make a difference
- Excellent organizational skills, communication skills and attention to detail
- Must be a flexible, service-oriented team player
Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in MIS preferred; MBA degree is a plus
 

 

 

 
Taylor Smith 
Technical Recruiter
Phone (516) 232-2481
Current Jobs:  http://www.maxhire.net/cp/?E1556D361D43515B765912

File #5E6F7D1B072E277E

 

MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

Nov 30th Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions - Bring 15 copies of your resume

Dec 7th - Coaches Night Out Dinner mtg - Totowa - Bill Belknap Moderator - Linda Trignano, Alex Freund, John Hadley, Ed Pospesil panelists

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Facebook Marketplace Jobs

Posted by: "Mike Palestina" m.palestina@verizon.net   mikedaria

Fri Nov 26, 2010 12:48 pm (PST)



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LEAD:  Bus Outsourcing Mgr - NYC - Fin Svcs - Contract

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

Fri Nov 26, 2010 7:25 am (PST)




Job #330-MH988
Job Title: Business OutSourcing Manager (Contract NYC)
 
Job Description:

Work with vendors / IT managers to streamline and facilitate the Global Sourcing Solutions Desk (GSSD) process.
Manage relationships with specific customer groups by providing regional client interface, reviewing and managing pipeline, and continuously promoting adoption of GSSD process.
Guide IT managers through their outsourcing decisions to ensure alignment  and delivery of the appropriate outsourcing strategy based on the IT CoE Mandate.
Lead RFPs – review and provide input on vendor proposals, provide IT Managers with detailed analysis to facilitate the decision-making process.
Guide, review, and provide input to stakeholders on the requirements for the Migration Planning Process (MPP).
Liaise with IT Managers to obtain the appropriate signoffs from LCD, IT Risk, HR, and the various stakeholders. Interact with appropriate stakeholders for execution of MPP.
Ensure MPP compliance and work with Audit for any outstanding issues.
Conduct periodic benchmarking and market research to continuously deliver innovative sourcing options.
Manage jointly with IT managers the transformation initiatives, and share responsibility for achievement of the targets of the program.
Support project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting activities for deployments.
 Qualifications:
Business Experience:
-Solid consulting and/or outsourcing experience
-Experience in dealing with Senior Management and stakeholders
-Supporting organizational transformation in a global environment
-Project management support working in distributed teams
-Ability to understand and be a trusted advisor to the customer base and act like a SME for Global Delivery Model
-Solid knowledge of IT
-Strong abilities with MS Office
Leadership Skills:
- Analytical Skills
- Clear thinking and planning
- Influencing skills
- Strong relationship building skills and ability to manage conflict
- Desire to make a difference
- Excellent organizational skills, communication skills and attention to detail
- Must be a flexible, service-oriented team player
Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in MIS preferred; MBA degree is a plus
 

 

 

 
Taylor Smith 
Technical Recruiter
Phone (516) 232-2481
Current Jobs:  http://www.maxhire.net/cp/?E1556D361D43515B765912

File #5E6F7D1B072E277E

 

MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

Nov 30th Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions - Bring 15 copies of your resume

Dec 7th - Coaches Night Out Dinner mtg - Totowa - Bill Belknap Moderator - Linda Trignano, Alex Freund, John Hadley, Ed Pospesil panelists

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Friday, November 26, 2010

[itroundtable] LEAD: Bus Outsourcing Mgr - NYC - Fin Svcs - Contract

 

Job #330-MH988
Job Title: Business OutSourcing Manager (Contract NYC)
 
Job Description:

    • Work with vendors / IT managers to streamline and facilitate the Global Sourcing Solutions Desk (GSSD) process.
    • Manage relationships with specific customer groups by providing regional client interface, reviewing and managing pipeline, and continuously promoting adoption of GSSD process.
    • Guide IT managers through their outsourcing decisions to ensure alignment  and delivery of the appropriate outsourcing strategy based on the IT CoE Mandate.
    • Lead RFPs – review and provide input on vendor proposals, provide IT Managers with detailed analysis to facilitate the decision-making process.
    • Guide, review, and provide input to stakeholders on the requirements for the Migration Planning Process (MPP).
    • Liaise with IT Managers to obtain the appropriate signoffs from LCD, IT Risk, HR, and the various stakeholders. Interact with appropriate stakeholders for execution of MPP.
    • Ensure MPP compliance and work with Audit for any outstanding issues.
    • Conduct periodic benchmarking and market research to continuously deliver innovative sourcing options.
    • Manage jointly with IT managers the transformation initiatives, and share responsibility for achievement of the targets of the program.
    • Support project planning, scheduling, monitoring, and reporting activities for deployments.
 Qualifications:
Business Experience:
-Solid consulting and/or outsourcing experience
-Experience in dealing with Senior Management and stakeholders
-Supporting organizational transformation in a global environment
-Project management support working in distributed teams
-Ability to understand and be a trusted advisor to the customer base and act like a SME for Global Delivery Model
-Solid knowledge of IT
-Strong abilities with MS Office
Leadership Skills:
- Analytical Skills
- Clear thinking and planning
- Influencing skills
- Strong relationship building skills and ability to manage conflict
- Desire to make a difference
-
Excellent organizational skills, communication skills and attention to detail
- Must be a flexible, service-oriented team player
Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in MIS preferred; MBA degree is a plus
 

 

 

 

Taylor Smith 
Technical Recruiter
Phone (516) 232-2481
Current Jobs:  http://www.maxhire.net/cp/?E1556D361D43515B765912

File #5E6F7D1B072E277E

 



MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

Nov 30th Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions - Bring 15 copies of your resume

Dec 7th - Coaches Night Out Dinner mtg - Totowa - Bill Belknap Moderator - Linda Trignano, Alex Freund, John Hadley, Ed Pospesil panelists

Dec 21 & 28th No Mtg - Xmas Holidays

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