Permanent opportunity in Boston at a global investment firm.
· Minimum 10 plus years of business analysis experience supporting large size projects.
· Accountable for overseeing virtual teams, managing and coordinating multiple business initiatives to identify, analyze, document and communicate solutions related to extremely complex processing, service and/or technical improvement opportunities.
· Hedge fund experience
· Derivatives experience
· Basic SQL skills
· Experience with the accounting system Lawson is a huge plus or Findur
· Ensure successful implementation of new technologies and new product development.
· Responsible for providing support to business and systems management in addressing extremely complex and high risk business issues, conducting feasibility studies and cost/benefit analysis, assessing risk, presenting recommendations to management and implementing solutions.
· Formulate best strategy for Derivatives pertaining to system and process enhancements so that they are in line with changing industry regulations
· Familiarity with Hedge Accounting under FAS133 and IAS39
· Document Business Requirements, Technical Requirements, Functional Specifications along with Test Plans and Test Cases.
· Create business presentations which include slide decks, business cases and cost benefit analysis documents that will be used to present to business decision makers, in order to make informed decisions on business enhancements to the derivatives infrastructure.
· Manage post implementation support on all projects, work requests, implementations, and other initiatives through post implementation reviews.
· Experience with Interest Rate Swaps, Interest Rate Derivatives, Currency Swaps, FX and Forwards, Futures.
· Advanced understanding of derivatives applications and processes stemming from industry experience.
· Experience in developing derivative middle and back office /process architectures.
· Proven expertise in leading components of large size and critical projects or assignments, delegate structured assignments and monitor progress.
· Experience with derivative system upgrades and implementations
· Bachelor's Degree Required
· MBA or CFA preferred
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Friday, February 3, 2012
Tuesday, January 17, 2012
Senior Sybase DBA - Architect - Boston, MA
Full time, permanent position
Client is one of the most prestigious Asset Management firms in Boston.
My client is a looking for a Senior Database Administrator Architect (Sybase/SQL Server). Located in downtown Boston, they are a leader and pioneer in their industry with a cutting edge IT group. They offer an excellent employee benefits program.
· The Sybase/SQL Server Senior Database Administrator Architect is responsible for working with development teams on designing and building databases and data warehouses, logical data modeling and performance of the database access from the applications.
· Work with and provide leadership and direction to a team of database developers to meet technical requirements.
· Have in depth expertise with data security, storage solutions, database virtualization and replication.
· Day-to-day administration, daily maintenance and optimization tasks and assisting developers in the creation of new databases.
· Provide support to all vendor and packaged applications which use Sybase and SQL server.
QUALIFICATIONS
· 7 to 10 plus years total IT experience
· 5 to 6 plus years in database architecture and data modeling
· 5 to 6 plus years Sybase Database Administration
· 3 to 4 plus years SQL Database Administration
· Knowledge of the financial industry is preferred
· Ability to perform self and team project management (prior technical leadership roles)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Management and implementation of database models, data flow diagrams, database schemas, stored procedures and data standards to support a robust data management infrastructure.
· Experience translating business requirements into conceptual, logical, and physical data models.
· Implement best practices and methodologies in data analysis, design and modeling.
· Experience on Meta Data definition, implementation and maintenance, new business rules identification and implementation to data rules, transformation program library maintenance, XML and data quality.
· Design standards for using normalized data structures, de-normalized structures, and dimensional structures.
· Defines common design patterns for modeling various types of relationships.
· Manage the database security models, both in-house developed as well as Windows Auth (AD) based security; Also develop policies to restrict over-privileging and enforce it.
· Manage a production environment consisting of 50+ databases most of which are read-intensive databases with a large data load cycle while some are OLTP-based mission critical trading systems.
· Manage HA and DR solutions including Sybase and MS Cluster Servers, Database Mirroring, Log Shipping and Sybase/SQL Replication.
· Support application development by designing and building new tables, and writing optimized SQL.
· Develop custom scripts to automate various database management processes.
· Safeguard our production systems by implementing the right security policies.
· Assist in the database release management process, be the “gate-keeper” and ensure only QUALITY code is released into production.
· Help troubleshoot performance problems using a variety of methods (tracing, query optimization review, error logs, etc).
· Resolve blocking and deadlocking issues, high CPU / memory, analyze job timeouts, ETL loader performance problems.
· Manage database maintenance jobs to ensure optimal performance and data availability.
· Define and enforce database standards, best practices, methodologies, processes and procedures
· Architect and implement reports within SSRS 2005/2008.
· Research new technologies to enhance performance, heighten security, ensure uptime, automate common/redundant administrative duties.
· Provide first, second and third tier support on-call rotation to all mission critical production systems.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Client is one of the most prestigious Asset Management firms in Boston.
My client is a looking for a Senior Database Administrator Architect (Sybase/SQL Server). Located in downtown Boston, they are a leader and pioneer in their industry with a cutting edge IT group. They offer an excellent employee benefits program.
· The Sybase/SQL Server Senior Database Administrator Architect is responsible for working with development teams on designing and building databases and data warehouses, logical data modeling and performance of the database access from the applications.
· Work with and provide leadership and direction to a team of database developers to meet technical requirements.
· Have in depth expertise with data security, storage solutions, database virtualization and replication.
· Day-to-day administration, daily maintenance and optimization tasks and assisting developers in the creation of new databases.
· Provide support to all vendor and packaged applications which use Sybase and SQL server.
QUALIFICATIONS
· 7 to 10 plus years total IT experience
· 5 to 6 plus years in database architecture and data modeling
· 5 to 6 plus years Sybase Database Administration
· 3 to 4 plus years SQL Database Administration
· Knowledge of the financial industry is preferred
· Ability to perform self and team project management (prior technical leadership roles)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Management and implementation of database models, data flow diagrams, database schemas, stored procedures and data standards to support a robust data management infrastructure.
· Experience translating business requirements into conceptual, logical, and physical data models.
· Implement best practices and methodologies in data analysis, design and modeling.
· Experience on Meta Data definition, implementation and maintenance, new business rules identification and implementation to data rules, transformation program library maintenance, XML and data quality.
· Design standards for using normalized data structures, de-normalized structures, and dimensional structures.
· Defines common design patterns for modeling various types of relationships.
· Manage the database security models, both in-house developed as well as Windows Auth (AD) based security; Also develop policies to restrict over-privileging and enforce it.
· Manage a production environment consisting of 50+ databases most of which are read-intensive databases with a large data load cycle while some are OLTP-based mission critical trading systems.
· Manage HA and DR solutions including Sybase and MS Cluster Servers, Database Mirroring, Log Shipping and Sybase/SQL Replication.
· Support application development by designing and building new tables, and writing optimized SQL.
· Develop custom scripts to automate various database management processes.
· Safeguard our production systems by implementing the right security policies.
· Assist in the database release management process, be the “gate-keeper” and ensure only QUALITY code is released into production.
· Help troubleshoot performance problems using a variety of methods (tracing, query optimization review, error logs, etc).
· Resolve blocking and deadlocking issues, high CPU / memory, analyze job timeouts, ETL loader performance problems.
· Manage database maintenance jobs to ensure optimal performance and data availability.
· Define and enforce database standards, best practices, methodologies, processes and procedures
· Architect and implement reports within SSRS 2005/2008.
· Research new technologies to enhance performance, heighten security, ensure uptime, automate common/redundant administrative duties.
· Provide first, second and third tier support on-call rotation to all mission critical production systems.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Fixed Income Business Analyst - Boston, MA
Full time, permanent position in Boston.
The Investment Systems Business Analyst will work with the business community to understand business processes and translate into functional requirements. You will lead small project teams; make process assessments; develop and document functional solutions; and explain advantages, risks and alternatives to both the business and technology communities. Work closely with end users to insure they are utilizing the technologies effectively
Required:
5 plus years as a Business Analyst designing complex business applications.
Financial Services experience, preferably Fixed Income
Bachelor’s degree
Desired:
-experience to fund accounting systems, trading systems or analytics systems.
-functioning knowledge of SQL and database design
-understanding with SSRS and/or report writing tools
-understanding with SharePoint
-experience to LatentZero, Portia, SalesLogix, Bloomberg, Point, or Intex
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
The Investment Systems Business Analyst will work with the business community to understand business processes and translate into functional requirements. You will lead small project teams; make process assessments; develop and document functional solutions; and explain advantages, risks and alternatives to both the business and technology communities. Work closely with end users to insure they are utilizing the technologies effectively
Required:
5 plus years as a Business Analyst designing complex business applications.
Financial Services experience, preferably Fixed Income
Bachelor’s degree
Desired:
-experience to fund accounting systems, trading systems or analytics systems.
-functioning knowledge of SQL and database design
-understanding with SSRS and/or report writing tools
-understanding with SharePoint
-experience to LatentZero, Portia, SalesLogix, Bloomberg, Point, or Intex
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Senior BI Data Analyst / Modeler, Boston, MA
Full time, permanent role in downtown Boston.
This Senior Business Intelligence Data Analyst / Modeler position is accountable for designing and delivering new business intelligence capabilities leveraging complex enterprise data.
Mentors others on developing best practices on estimates and the importance of use cases.
Able to capture and create data-specific business requirements, including the ability to write technical specifications for reports.
Works with business subject matter experts and technical personnel to define data access and meta data design.
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
Data Modeling
Creation of Functional and/or Technical Specifications
Establish Data Profiling and cleansing strategy
Translation of business rules for data access and meta data design
Preferred Skills:
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills - with a focus to negotiate for success.
Assertive and able to make high impact business decisions.
Understands the marketplace and understands the competitive environments both internally and externally.
Teradata trained and certified
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
This Senior Business Intelligence Data Analyst / Modeler position is accountable for designing and delivering new business intelligence capabilities leveraging complex enterprise data.
Mentors others on developing best practices on estimates and the importance of use cases.
Able to capture and create data-specific business requirements, including the ability to write technical specifications for reports.
Works with business subject matter experts and technical personnel to define data access and meta data design.
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
Data Modeling
Creation of Functional and/or Technical Specifications
Establish Data Profiling and cleansing strategy
Translation of business rules for data access and meta data design
Preferred Skills:
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills - with a focus to negotiate for success.
Assertive and able to make high impact business decisions.
Understands the marketplace and understands the competitive environments both internally and externally.
Teradata trained and certified
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Tuesday, October 4, 2011
FAST Search Administrator - Perm in Boston, MA
Full time, permanent position in Boston
Must have current experience with FAST Search Server for Internet Sites and/or FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint including experience with content ingestion and indexing, query and result processing, performance tuning, relevancy tuning, and application stability consulting/troubleshooting.
Responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, access, and backup for enterprise wide systems. Technologies supported include operating systems, servers, networks, system security, hardware and other software applications. Troubleshoot system issues, resolve or recommend solutions. Create and manage system documentation, including configurations and backup procedures. Create patches and updates as needed. Participate in the definition and implementation of system components including new servers, hardware, software and upgrades. Install, upgrade, support and troubleshoot operating systems. The successful candidate will work with our infrastructure team, developers, and systems administrators, within a project and program management environment.
Required:
-Must possess solid knowledge of operating systems and networking hardware and software.
-3-5 years of experience functioning in a Systems Administrator capacity is required.
-The candidate must have current experience with FAST Search Server for Internet Sites and/or FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint including experience with content ingestion and indexing, query and result processing, performance tuning, relevancy tuning, and application stability consulting/troubleshooting.
-The candidate must have experience designing search systems based upon specific client requirements
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Must have current experience with FAST Search Server for Internet Sites and/or FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint including experience with content ingestion and indexing, query and result processing, performance tuning, relevancy tuning, and application stability consulting/troubleshooting.
Responsible for the maintenance, troubleshooting, access, and backup for enterprise wide systems. Technologies supported include operating systems, servers, networks, system security, hardware and other software applications. Troubleshoot system issues, resolve or recommend solutions. Create and manage system documentation, including configurations and backup procedures. Create patches and updates as needed. Participate in the definition and implementation of system components including new servers, hardware, software and upgrades. Install, upgrade, support and troubleshoot operating systems. The successful candidate will work with our infrastructure team, developers, and systems administrators, within a project and program management environment.
Required:
-Must possess solid knowledge of operating systems and networking hardware and software.
-3-5 years of experience functioning in a Systems Administrator capacity is required.
-The candidate must have current experience with FAST Search Server for Internet Sites and/or FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint including experience with content ingestion and indexing, query and result processing, performance tuning, relevancy tuning, and application stability consulting/troubleshooting.
-The candidate must have experience designing search systems based upon specific client requirements
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Sharepoint Design / UX Consultant - Boston, MA
Full time, permanent position in Boston
This candidate will create visual designs that support the requirement of our clients internal websites built on the SharePoint platform. This position includes the creative process from design to execution. The candidate must be able to understand interactive experiences from a business perspective.
Responsibilities:
-Work closely with and communicate with Programmer/Analysts and Senior Programmer/Analysts to create, develop, and establish applications to meet the business needs throughout the companies utilizing technology. (Technology includes, but not limited to SharePoint &Distributed Applications, .NET).
-Work closely with and communicate with customers in various departments and business units in the Companies to gather and analyze and document their business requirements, develop and build productive working relationships, identify solutions that will benefit customers, and help customers define necessary program changes or system enhancements.
-Be the leader in establishing global standards for all applications.
-Develop parameters for design and process.
-Design and write high performance, reliable, and easily maintained code.
-Work with other developers and mentor them in best practices as they pertain to application integration and design.
-Perform software testing, debugging, documentation, and installation tasks for online and batch processes.
-Cultivate effective working relationships between client and its customers.
-Resolve problems and issues in supported applications and environments.
-Monitor and continually improve the content, quality and documentation of all applications.
-Promote the coordination and communication of actions within companies.
-Effectively manage personal tasks and the tasks of others on the team.
-Manage personal workload and the workload of others to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner; use available resources to provide quality solutions to meet customer needs.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
This candidate will create visual designs that support the requirement of our clients internal websites built on the SharePoint platform. This position includes the creative process from design to execution. The candidate must be able to understand interactive experiences from a business perspective.
Responsibilities:
-Work closely with and communicate with Programmer/Analysts and Senior Programmer/Analysts to create, develop, and establish applications to meet the business needs throughout the companies utilizing technology. (Technology includes, but not limited to SharePoint &Distributed Applications, .NET).
-Work closely with and communicate with customers in various departments and business units in the Companies to gather and analyze and document their business requirements, develop and build productive working relationships, identify solutions that will benefit customers, and help customers define necessary program changes or system enhancements.
-Be the leader in establishing global standards for all applications.
-Develop parameters for design and process.
-Design and write high performance, reliable, and easily maintained code.
-Work with other developers and mentor them in best practices as they pertain to application integration and design.
-Perform software testing, debugging, documentation, and installation tasks for online and batch processes.
-Cultivate effective working relationships between client and its customers.
-Resolve problems and issues in supported applications and environments.
-Monitor and continually improve the content, quality and documentation of all applications.
-Promote the coordination and communication of actions within companies.
-Effectively manage personal tasks and the tasks of others on the team.
-Manage personal workload and the workload of others to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner; use available resources to provide quality solutions to meet customer needs.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Monday, October 3, 2011
Cloud Process Analyst - Boston, MA
Full time, Permanent position in Boston.
The cloud organizational/process analyst will be accountable for the capture, development and documentation of all new operational processes, standards, and organizational requirements associated with a next generation cloud based infrastructure. The process analyst will work with the cloud architect, platform specialists, and third-party partners throughout the design and build-out phases, helping to define processes while preparing for all required process changes associated with the rollout of the cloud infrastructure. The process analyst will also be accountable for the development /capture of organizational roles and structures required to support a cloud infrastructure and for the transition/education activities required.
Skills
Strong written and verbal skills
Strong process skills
Strong organizational analysis skills
Knowledge if IT infrastructure a strong plus
Knowledge of IT service definition creation and design a plus
Knowledge if IT chargeback methodologies a plus
Experience
5-7 years experience in process analysis
Proven track record of designing and delivering process /organizational plans for multiple types of organizations and situations
Experience building process constructs for IT hosting environments a plus
Education
College Degree
Certification – ITIL processes – Strong Plus
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
The cloud organizational/process analyst will be accountable for the capture, development and documentation of all new operational processes, standards, and organizational requirements associated with a next generation cloud based infrastructure. The process analyst will work with the cloud architect, platform specialists, and third-party partners throughout the design and build-out phases, helping to define processes while preparing for all required process changes associated with the rollout of the cloud infrastructure. The process analyst will also be accountable for the development /capture of organizational roles and structures required to support a cloud infrastructure and for the transition/education activities required.
Skills
Strong written and verbal skills
Strong process skills
Strong organizational analysis skills
Knowledge if IT infrastructure a strong plus
Knowledge of IT service definition creation and design a plus
Knowledge if IT chargeback methodologies a plus
Experience
5-7 years experience in process analysis
Proven track record of designing and delivering process /organizational plans for multiple types of organizations and situations
Experience building process constructs for IT hosting environments a plus
Education
College Degree
Certification – ITIL processes – Strong Plus
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Cloud Platform Specialist - Boston, MA
Full time, permanent position in Boston.
The Cloud Platform Specialist will work directly with the Cloud Architect and third-party technology partners in the creation of the cloud design and technology roadmap utilizing detailed knowledge and experience in the required technologies. The Specialist will utilize the cloud design/definition to prototype/build and administer the next-generation private cloud capabilities. The Cloud Specialists will use their collective skills across multiple technology disciplines to accomplish the build out, partnering with IT engineering and operations teams.
Skills
• Strong administrator skills in Windows, Linux, Unix
• Strong administrator skills on enterprise storage technologies
• Skills building and configuring virtualized infrastructures
• Strong administrator skills building and configuring enterprise network systems
• Advanced automation development skills
• Strong knowledge of automated deployment and testing technologies
• Strong knowledge of IT security processes
• Strong knowledge of virtualized desktop deployments
• Strong knowledge of systems management and monitoring deployments
• Deep understanding of database platform technologies
• Understanding of IT infrastructure chargeback methodologies
Experience
• 5-10 years experience in IT infrastructure
• Proven track record of delivering complex IT infrastructure technologies across multiple disciplines
• Experience building and configuring large scale virtualized environments exploiting the advanced feature sets of hypervisor technologies.
• Experience building and configuring Windows, Unix, and Linux server environments. Building on a virtualized platform a plus.
• Experience implementing automated IT operational configurations using multiple technologies
• Experience building and configuring enterprise-class data networks.
• Experience building and configuring enterprise class storage environments (NAS,SAN)
• Experience with the technologies and techniques related to automated deployment and testing
• Experience with Open Systems software a plus
Education
Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Certification in hypervisor technologies (VSphere, Hyper-V, RHEV, KVM)
Desired - Certification in multiple operation system platforms, networking, storage, security
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
The Cloud Platform Specialist will work directly with the Cloud Architect and third-party technology partners in the creation of the cloud design and technology roadmap utilizing detailed knowledge and experience in the required technologies. The Specialist will utilize the cloud design/definition to prototype/build and administer the next-generation private cloud capabilities. The Cloud Specialists will use their collective skills across multiple technology disciplines to accomplish the build out, partnering with IT engineering and operations teams.
Skills
• Strong administrator skills in Windows, Linux, Unix
• Strong administrator skills on enterprise storage technologies
• Skills building and configuring virtualized infrastructures
• Strong administrator skills building and configuring enterprise network systems
• Advanced automation development skills
• Strong knowledge of automated deployment and testing technologies
• Strong knowledge of IT security processes
• Strong knowledge of virtualized desktop deployments
• Strong knowledge of systems management and monitoring deployments
• Deep understanding of database platform technologies
• Understanding of IT infrastructure chargeback methodologies
Experience
• 5-10 years experience in IT infrastructure
• Proven track record of delivering complex IT infrastructure technologies across multiple disciplines
• Experience building and configuring large scale virtualized environments exploiting the advanced feature sets of hypervisor technologies.
• Experience building and configuring Windows, Unix, and Linux server environments. Building on a virtualized platform a plus.
• Experience implementing automated IT operational configurations using multiple technologies
• Experience building and configuring enterprise-class data networks.
• Experience building and configuring enterprise class storage environments (NAS,SAN)
• Experience with the technologies and techniques related to automated deployment and testing
• Experience with Open Systems software a plus
Education
Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Certification in hypervisor technologies (VSphere, Hyper-V, RHEV, KVM)
Desired - Certification in multiple operation system platforms, networking, storage, security
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Cloud Architect - Boston, MA
Full time, permanent role in Boston
Emerging Technologies team - Incubator of Talent and Tech
Description
The cloud architect will accountable for the creation of the cloud architecture, design, and technology roadmap. In coordination with technology Subject Matter Experts and third-party technology partners, the cloud architect will orchestrate the definition of the cloud architecture from design through prototype phases including the development of all standards. The cloud architect will ensure that all required technology components are designed and assembled in concert accounting for future directions and strategies. The cloud architect will also be accountable for technical leadership during full-scale platform implementation, and the transition of cloud competencies and governance to IT operations.
Skills
• Strong Knowledge of Cloud Computing concepts and methodologies
• Strong Knowledge of contemporary Data Center Hosting models including
• Storage
• Virtualization – Vmware platform expertise a major plus
• Compute – Windows, Linux/Unix operating systems and operations
• Networking
• Security
• Desktop – Virtualized (Server Hosted and Streaming)
• Database
• IT Systems Management
• Strong knowledge of SOA concepts and methodologies
• Strong knowledge of IT operations processes
• Strong knowledge of ITIL processes
• Strong knowledge of IT operations automation
• Strong knowledge of high-availability design and related technologies
• Understanding of IT infrastructure chargeback methodologies
Experience
• 10 years experience in IT infrastructure
• Track record of delivering transformational infrastructure projects
• Experience in the design of cloud infrastructures
• Designing and Implementing highly scalable virtual server platforms
• Experience with the design and deployment of data center infrastructure components (Network, Storage, Server, Virtualization)
• Experience with the development of multi-year technology plans
• Experience with the development of models for IT operational processes
Education
Education – Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Certification – ITIL process – Strong Plus
Certification in Vmware virtualization technology a plus
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Emerging Technologies team - Incubator of Talent and Tech
Description
The cloud architect will accountable for the creation of the cloud architecture, design, and technology roadmap. In coordination with technology Subject Matter Experts and third-party technology partners, the cloud architect will orchestrate the definition of the cloud architecture from design through prototype phases including the development of all standards. The cloud architect will ensure that all required technology components are designed and assembled in concert accounting for future directions and strategies. The cloud architect will also be accountable for technical leadership during full-scale platform implementation, and the transition of cloud competencies and governance to IT operations.
Skills
• Strong Knowledge of Cloud Computing concepts and methodologies
• Strong Knowledge of contemporary Data Center Hosting models including
• Storage
• Virtualization – Vmware platform expertise a major plus
• Compute – Windows, Linux/Unix operating systems and operations
• Networking
• Security
• Desktop – Virtualized (Server Hosted and Streaming)
• Database
• IT Systems Management
• Strong knowledge of SOA concepts and methodologies
• Strong knowledge of IT operations processes
• Strong knowledge of ITIL processes
• Strong knowledge of IT operations automation
• Strong knowledge of high-availability design and related technologies
• Understanding of IT infrastructure chargeback methodologies
Experience
• 10 years experience in IT infrastructure
• Track record of delivering transformational infrastructure projects
• Experience in the design of cloud infrastructures
• Designing and Implementing highly scalable virtual server platforms
• Experience with the design and deployment of data center infrastructure components (Network, Storage, Server, Virtualization)
• Experience with the development of multi-year technology plans
• Experience with the development of models for IT operational processes
Education
Education – Degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Certification – ITIL process – Strong Plus
Certification in Vmware virtualization technology a plus
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Cloud Project Manager - Boston, MA
Permanent Position in Boston
Part of a newly forming Cloud team
Description
The cloud project manager will be accountable for managing the day to day operation and function of the team ensuring that the appropriate human and physical resources are available within the established timeframes. This includes but not limited to eliminating roadblocks, maintaining priorities, appropriation of additional resources, and general team management. The project manager will work tightly with the Cloud Architect and third-party technology partners to develop and execute the overall plan for implementing the cloud hosting platform. The project manager will be accountable for regular status reporting to the project executive sponsor communicating details status updates and escalating issues as appropriate.
Skills
• Understanding of Data Center Hosting models and technology components including:
• Storage
• Compute
• Networking
• Security
• Desktop
• Database
• Virtualization
• IT Systems Management
• Strong knowledge of IT operations processes
• Strong team management skills
• 5-10 years experience managing IT infrastructure projects
• Track record of delivering transformational infrastructure projects
• Experience leading teams of highly technical staff
Experience
• 5-10 years experience managing IT infrastructure projects
• Track record of delivering transformational infrastructure projects
• Experience leading teams of highly technical staff
Education – College Degree
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Part of a newly forming Cloud team
Description
The cloud project manager will be accountable for managing the day to day operation and function of the team ensuring that the appropriate human and physical resources are available within the established timeframes. This includes but not limited to eliminating roadblocks, maintaining priorities, appropriation of additional resources, and general team management. The project manager will work tightly with the Cloud Architect and third-party technology partners to develop and execute the overall plan for implementing the cloud hosting platform. The project manager will be accountable for regular status reporting to the project executive sponsor communicating details status updates and escalating issues as appropriate.
Skills
• Understanding of Data Center Hosting models and technology components including:
• Storage
• Compute
• Networking
• Security
• Desktop
• Database
• Virtualization
• IT Systems Management
• Strong knowledge of IT operations processes
• Strong team management skills
• 5-10 years experience managing IT infrastructure projects
• Track record of delivering transformational infrastructure projects
• Experience leading teams of highly technical staff
Experience
• 5-10 years experience managing IT infrastructure projects
• Track record of delivering transformational infrastructure projects
• Experience leading teams of highly technical staff
Education – College Degree
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Sharepoint Solutions Integrator - Boston, MA
Full time, permanent position in Boston
Understand and deliver on the infrastructure development process, including installs/builds, configuration, and administration for servers
Lead the operations of the infrastructure solution architecture for SharePoint/SQL and ensure delivered components are in compliance with the defined architecture
Proficient in the day-to-day operations of SharePoint and SQL which includes troubleshooting, optimization, capacity planning, etc
In this role, the candidate will be responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and support of SharePoint systems/applications in development and production environments. Other responsibilities include the creation and maintenance of architectural and procedural documentation.
-Understand and deliver on the infrastructure development process, including installs/builds, configuration, and administration for servers
-Understand and implement quality standards
-Functional in knowledge of other key Microsoft technologies, including management applications, enterprise communications applications, server platforms, and general technical knowledge of Microsoft server OS platforms (i.e. Windows desktop and server)
-Functional in Microsoft server and desktop applications, networking principles, and systems integration
-Document configuration, migration, testing, deployment solutions
-Has technical solution, customer-interfacing and infrastructure project lifecycle responsibilities in a customer-facing IT role.
Troubleshoots problems across organizational and functional boundaries. Creates and maintains operational standards and processes. Resolves daily Tier 2 infrastructure incidents based upon agreed service levels. Educates team on procedures for troubleshooting and service resolution. Works with 3rd party vendors to implement, maintain and troubleshoot various SharePoint components. Maintains and repairs various SharePoint elements.
-Tests, installs and implements configurations for SharePoint components. Configures SharePoint solutions that comply with established networks, data center requirements and policies. Participates in infrastructure designs, including application platforms, database solutions, data integration and migration, backup and recovery, and business continuity solutions.
-Creates and maintains SharePoint documentation, including technical specifications, disaster recovery plans, and Architectural drawings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Microsoft Server 2003+ administration and demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint web farms topologies including Central Administration, Web Front Ends (WFEs), Shared Service Providers (SSPs), SQL 2005+, and other SharePoint-centric application servers and services.
- Supporting the design and deployment of enterprise wide SharePoint 2007/2010 implementations and customizations, to include permissions, lists, libraries, Wiki, and other platform offerings.
- Administering SharePoint 2007/2010 to include installing and configuring large server farm topology (physical and virtual), applying patches, service packs, and infrastructure updates.
- Creating, configuring, and maintaining Shared Service Providers to enable and enhance site search functionality including adding and configuring custom properties to documents so that they may be searched.
- Supporting developers in the deployment of SharePoint related features and solutions (i.e. custom web parts) across multiple farms and environments, including working knowledge of SharePoint Solution Package (WSP) creation.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Understand and deliver on the infrastructure development process, including installs/builds, configuration, and administration for servers
Lead the operations of the infrastructure solution architecture for SharePoint/SQL and ensure delivered components are in compliance with the defined architecture
Proficient in the day-to-day operations of SharePoint and SQL which includes troubleshooting, optimization, capacity planning, etc
In this role, the candidate will be responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and support of SharePoint systems/applications in development and production environments. Other responsibilities include the creation and maintenance of architectural and procedural documentation.
-Understand and deliver on the infrastructure development process, including installs/builds, configuration, and administration for servers
-Understand and implement quality standards
-Functional in knowledge of other key Microsoft technologies, including management applications, enterprise communications applications, server platforms, and general technical knowledge of Microsoft server OS platforms (i.e. Windows desktop and server)
-Functional in Microsoft server and desktop applications, networking principles, and systems integration
-Document configuration, migration, testing, deployment solutions
-Has technical solution, customer-interfacing and infrastructure project lifecycle responsibilities in a customer-facing IT role.
Troubleshoots problems across organizational and functional boundaries. Creates and maintains operational standards and processes. Resolves daily Tier 2 infrastructure incidents based upon agreed service levels. Educates team on procedures for troubleshooting and service resolution. Works with 3rd party vendors to implement, maintain and troubleshoot various SharePoint components. Maintains and repairs various SharePoint elements.
-Tests, installs and implements configurations for SharePoint components. Configures SharePoint solutions that comply with established networks, data center requirements and policies. Participates in infrastructure designs, including application platforms, database solutions, data integration and migration, backup and recovery, and business continuity solutions.
-Creates and maintains SharePoint documentation, including technical specifications, disaster recovery plans, and Architectural drawings.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Microsoft Server 2003+ administration and demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft SharePoint web farms topologies including Central Administration, Web Front Ends (WFEs), Shared Service Providers (SSPs), SQL 2005+, and other SharePoint-centric application servers and services.
- Supporting the design and deployment of enterprise wide SharePoint 2007/2010 implementations and customizations, to include permissions, lists, libraries, Wiki, and other platform offerings.
- Administering SharePoint 2007/2010 to include installing and configuring large server farm topology (physical and virtual), applying patches, service packs, and infrastructure updates.
- Creating, configuring, and maintaining Shared Service Providers to enable and enhance site search functionality including adding and configuring custom properties to documents so that they may be searched.
- Supporting developers in the deployment of SharePoint related features and solutions (i.e. custom web parts) across multiple farms and environments, including working knowledge of SharePoint Solution Package (WSP) creation.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Information Risk Awareness Consultant - Boston, MA
Permanent position in Boston
Job Summary
This role will be responsible for the development and implementation of an Enterprise Wide - Information Security (Risk Management) Training and Awareness strategy for all employees (including subsidiaries and third party contractors).
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
Drive the development and implementation of a measurable enterprise-wide information risk awareness program to help protect the company brand by influencing employee behavior.
Design, produce, and deliver compelling and innovative information r isk related awareness campaigns.
Design and Integrate annual Information Risk Management training into mandatory enterprise training efforts.
Provide guidance and education to employees, contractors and vendors about Information Risk Management policies, risks and controls, and expectations.
Create marketing and promotional material to educate employees on IT Standards & Policies, security best practices and privacy issues.
Conduct focused employee awareness and training efforts to rais e employee consciousness of the IT Risk framework.
Collaborate with company subsidiaries and Field support team on awareness activities.
Develop security awareness campaign calendar and coordinate activities with all necessary departments.
Define and report on key metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of campaigns and identify areas of weakness.
Stay current on security-related products and technologies through a variety of sources such as training, independent research, industry groups, etc.
Coordinate annual Privacy Fair and Security Symposium for senior management.
Experience:
At least 8 years of Information Security Awareness, Marketing or relevant equivalent business experience.
Experience must include building global training strategies for diverse audiences (i.e., size, culture, language needs of audience).
Certifications in Information Security highly desirable, including CISA, CISSP, ISSEP, GIAC, and PMP.
Knowledge of Information Risk Management required.
Exceptional communication and influencing skills. Must be able to interact with senior leaders and influence change within the organization.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Adept at creating visually stimulating and exciting presentations
Must possess superior organizational skills; must be detail oriented.
Must be Creative, energetic, and organized.
Experience in financial services is preferable.
Strong presentation skills and strong negotiating skills are required
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent experience preferred.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Job Summary
This role will be responsible for the development and implementation of an Enterprise Wide - Information Security (Risk Management) Training and Awareness strategy for all employees (including subsidiaries and third party contractors).
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
Drive the development and implementation of a measurable enterprise-wide information risk awareness program to help protect the company brand by influencing employee behavior.
Design, produce, and deliver compelling and innovative information r isk related awareness campaigns.
Design and Integrate annual Information Risk Management training into mandatory enterprise training efforts.
Provide guidance and education to employees, contractors and vendors about Information Risk Management policies, risks and controls, and expectations.
Create marketing and promotional material to educate employees on IT Standards & Policies, security best practices and privacy issues.
Conduct focused employee awareness and training efforts to rais e employee consciousness of the IT Risk framework.
Collaborate with company subsidiaries and Field support team on awareness activities.
Develop security awareness campaign calendar and coordinate activities with all necessary departments.
Define and report on key metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of campaigns and identify areas of weakness.
Stay current on security-related products and technologies through a variety of sources such as training, independent research, industry groups, etc.
Coordinate annual Privacy Fair and Security Symposium for senior management.
Experience:
At least 8 years of Information Security Awareness, Marketing or relevant equivalent business experience.
Experience must include building global training strategies for diverse audiences (i.e., size, culture, language needs of audience).
Certifications in Information Security highly desirable, including CISA, CISSP, ISSEP, GIAC, and PMP.
Knowledge of Information Risk Management required.
Exceptional communication and influencing skills. Must be able to interact with senior leaders and influence change within the organization.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
Outstanding verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Adept at creating visually stimulating and exciting presentations
Must possess superior organizational skills; must be detail oriented.
Must be Creative, energetic, and organized.
Experience in financial services is preferable.
Strong presentation skills and strong negotiating skills are required
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent experience preferred.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
.NET / Sharepoint Developer - Boston, MA
Full time, permanent position in Boston
Job Summary
The .NET/SharePoint Developer will act as a technical resource for the implementation of SharePoint 2010 Employee Intranet. Provide SharePoint design work, development, and documentation.
The Developer's responsibilities include:
Participating in the design, development, customization and integration efforts of corporate SharePoint solutions involving
Collaboration, Portals, Enterprise Search, and Business Process and Forms.
Assist other developers, analysts, and designers in conceptualizing and developing SharePoint solutions.
Provide expertise and support to end users and other members of the IT support team.
Conduct research on emerging SharePoint development tools and strategies.
Recommend, schedule, and perform Application improvements and upgrades.
Provide production support for the Corporate application portfolio.
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
Qualified Candidates will have:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
5+ years' experience developing Microsoft SharePoint applications
Experience in developing Windows SharePoint Services, .NET Framework, MS SQL Server, Visual Studio 2008 /2010, C#,
ASP.Net, VB.NET, XML, HTML, JavaScript
A solid understanding of business workflows and capabilities of Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007/2010, Windows
SharePoint Services 2.0 and 3.0, SharePoint Designer 2007/2010, Microsoft SharePoint Portal Server, and Microsoft Office suite of products (InfoPath forms, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Word Documents)
Knowledge of architectural design, hands on SharePoint/Web development, management and troubleshooting with a focus on deploying and supporting corporate SharePoint solutions
Knowledge of LDAP/Active Directory authentication and group security as it applies to SharePoint
Experience in migrating SharePoint 2007 sites to the SharePoint 2010 platform a plus
Working knowledge of Microsoft IIS
Experience in working with development, staging and production environments.
Ability to work with pre-existing guidelines, standard operating procedures in a fast-paced professional environment.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, (written, and verbal)
Strong attention to details, highly organized, computer literate
Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Job Summary
The .NET/SharePoint Developer will act as a technical resource for the implementation of SharePoint 2010 Employee Intranet. Provide SharePoint design work, development, and documentation.
The Developer's responsibilities include:
Participating in the design, development, customization and integration efforts of corporate SharePoint solutions involving
Collaboration, Portals, Enterprise Search, and Business Process and Forms.
Assist other developers, analysts, and designers in conceptualizing and developing SharePoint solutions.
Provide expertise and support to end users and other members of the IT support team.
Conduct research on emerging SharePoint development tools and strategies.
Recommend, schedule, and perform Application improvements and upgrades.
Provide production support for the Corporate application portfolio.
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
Qualified Candidates will have:
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
5+ years' experience developing Microsoft SharePoint applications
Experience in developing Windows SharePoint Services, .NET Framework, MS SQL Server, Visual Studio 2008 /2010, C#,
ASP.Net, VB.NET, XML, HTML, JavaScript
A solid understanding of business workflows and capabilities of Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2007/2010, Windows
SharePoint Services 2.0 and 3.0, SharePoint Designer 2007/2010, Microsoft SharePoint Portal Server, and Microsoft Office suite of products (InfoPath forms, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint, Word Documents)
Knowledge of architectural design, hands on SharePoint/Web development, management and troubleshooting with a focus on deploying and supporting corporate SharePoint solutions
Knowledge of LDAP/Active Directory authentication and group security as it applies to SharePoint
Experience in migrating SharePoint 2007 sites to the SharePoint 2010 platform a plus
Working knowledge of Microsoft IIS
Experience in working with development, staging and production environments.
Ability to work with pre-existing guidelines, standard operating procedures in a fast-paced professional environment.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, (written, and verbal)
Strong attention to details, highly organized, computer literate
Ability to work well in a fast-paced professional office environment
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Search Engineer - Boston, MA
Permanent position at a financial services firm in Boston
Search Engineer, Boston, MA
Must have current indepth knowledge and experience with FAST Search Server for Internet Sites and/or FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint including experience with content ingestion and indexing, query and result processing, performance tuning, relevancy tuning, taxonomy, folksonomy and application stability consulting/troubleshooting.
Responsible for the Architecture, Design, implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting, access, and backup for enterprise wide search systems. Technologies supported include operating systems, servers, networks, system security, hardware and other software applications. Troubleshoot system issues, resolve or recommend solutions. Create and manage system documentation, including configurations and backup procedures. Create patches and updates as needed. Participate in the definition and implementation of system components including new servers, hardware, software and upgrades. Install, upgrade, support and troubleshoot operating systems. The successful candidate will work with our infrastructure team, developers, and systems administrators, within a project and program management environment.
Required:
-Must possess solid knowledge of operating systems and networking hardware and software.
-3-5 years of experience functioning in a Systems Administrator capacity is required.
-We are seeking a consultant to implement FAST Enterprise Search for our SharePoint and MS Server environment.
-The candidate must have current experience with FAST Search Server for Internet Sites and/or FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint including experience with content ingestion and indexing, query and result processing, performance tuning, relevancy tuning, and application stability consulting/troubleshooting.
-The candidate must have experience designing search systems based upon specific client requirements
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Search Engineer, Boston, MA
Must have current indepth knowledge and experience with FAST Search Server for Internet Sites and/or FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint including experience with content ingestion and indexing, query and result processing, performance tuning, relevancy tuning, taxonomy, folksonomy and application stability consulting/troubleshooting.
Responsible for the Architecture, Design, implementation, maintenance, troubleshooting, access, and backup for enterprise wide search systems. Technologies supported include operating systems, servers, networks, system security, hardware and other software applications. Troubleshoot system issues, resolve or recommend solutions. Create and manage system documentation, including configurations and backup procedures. Create patches and updates as needed. Participate in the definition and implementation of system components including new servers, hardware, software and upgrades. Install, upgrade, support and troubleshoot operating systems. The successful candidate will work with our infrastructure team, developers, and systems administrators, within a project and program management environment.
Required:
-Must possess solid knowledge of operating systems and networking hardware and software.
-3-5 years of experience functioning in a Systems Administrator capacity is required.
-We are seeking a consultant to implement FAST Enterprise Search for our SharePoint and MS Server environment.
-The candidate must have current experience with FAST Search Server for Internet Sites and/or FAST Search Server 2010 for SharePoint including experience with content ingestion and indexing, query and result processing, performance tuning, relevancy tuning, and application stability consulting/troubleshooting.
-The candidate must have experience designing search systems based upon specific client requirements
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Information Risk Manager - Boston, MA
Permanent Position in Boston
New division of a financial services firm - focused on Emerging Technologies
Information Risk Manager - Boston, MA
Job Summary
Information Risk Manager (IRM) works with business unit staff to identify and prioritize risk components, understanding and reporting on the overall risk posture of the business. IRM also ensures IT Control Policies are followed within the line of business and monitoring action plans that are developed and executed to address any non-compliance with policy requirements. Responsible for three principle activities of risk awareness, advisory and compliance
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
-Identify, synthesize, and communicate the information risks and associated controls for assigned business units. Analyze risks to understand trends within a business unit.
-Joint accountability with the business unit to address identified risks
-Regularly report information risk metrics to business unit management
-Communicate technology related policies and standards and how they should be applied within the business units to ensure risk is managed to an acceptable level and compliance achieved where it represents a significant risk to the business.
-Collaborate with Information Risk Consultants to proactively identify potential risk exposures within new technology solutions being designed and implemented, and partner with application development teams and Core Information risk services groups to implement appropriate solution to mitigate exposure.
-Ensure various risk analysis assignments, including application as sessments, due diligence reviews, and vendor reviews are completed, reviewed, and analyzed in a timely manner.
-Identify areas of unmanaged information risk within the current environment and institute the appropriate controls to mitigate exposure.
Customer Facing Program and Business Initiatives:
-Support customer information risk reviews, including self assessments
-Support the customer-facing associates to respond quickly and consistently to inquiries on topics such as RFPs, Information Security, SAS 70, and Internal Controls.
Proactive Risk Analysis:
-Support end-to-end information risk analysis of business process, application portfolio, and computing environment.
-Support end-to-end compliance reviews and where risks cannot be appropriately mitigated, assist in preparation and execution of the Risk Acceptance process, describing the level of risk, areas of non-compliance, and identification of mitigating controls.
-Identify control deficiency trends and work with Core Information Risk Services to develop and implement solutions.
Core operations, Information Security, Training & Awareness, Governance:
-Active engagement with Information Risk Consultant to ensure that IT risks are identified and addressed, and appropriate controls are incorporated into architectures and systems design.
-Document all risk reviews and provide management summary.
-Ensure all corrective actions are recorded in the corporate repository.
Minimum Requirements:
-Experience with industry standard Information Technology Control Policies and Standards frameworks
-Ability to manage by influence and establish effective working relationships with all levels of management
-Effectively resolves conflicts between individual needs and requirements of the organization
-Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems
-Able to communicate complex information in user-friendly terms
-Excellent oral and written communication skills
-3-5 years technology background with significant exposure to Information Risk, Information Security, or Audit.
-CISSP or CISA qualified or relevant experience
-Strong communication, relationship building and presentation skills and technology background with significant exposure to Information Risk, Information Security, or Audit.
-CISSP or CISA qualified or relevant experience
-Strong communication, relationship building and presentation skills
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
New division of a financial services firm - focused on Emerging Technologies
Information Risk Manager - Boston, MA
Job Summary
Information Risk Manager (IRM) works with business unit staff to identify and prioritize risk components, understanding and reporting on the overall risk posture of the business. IRM also ensures IT Control Policies are followed within the line of business and monitoring action plans that are developed and executed to address any non-compliance with policy requirements. Responsible for three principle activities of risk awareness, advisory and compliance
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
-Identify, synthesize, and communicate the information risks and associated controls for assigned business units. Analyze risks to understand trends within a business unit.
-Joint accountability with the business unit to address identified risks
-Regularly report information risk metrics to business unit management
-Communicate technology related policies and standards and how they should be applied within the business units to ensure risk is managed to an acceptable level and compliance achieved where it represents a significant risk to the business.
-Collaborate with Information Risk Consultants to proactively identify potential risk exposures within new technology solutions being designed and implemented, and partner with application development teams and Core Information risk services groups to implement appropriate solution to mitigate exposure.
-Ensure various risk analysis assignments, including application as sessments, due diligence reviews, and vendor reviews are completed, reviewed, and analyzed in a timely manner.
-Identify areas of unmanaged information risk within the current environment and institute the appropriate controls to mitigate exposure.
Customer Facing Program and Business Initiatives:
-Support customer information risk reviews, including self assessments
-Support the customer-facing associates to respond quickly and consistently to inquiries on topics such as RFPs, Information Security, SAS 70, and Internal Controls.
Proactive Risk Analysis:
-Support end-to-end information risk analysis of business process, application portfolio, and computing environment.
-Support end-to-end compliance reviews and where risks cannot be appropriately mitigated, assist in preparation and execution of the Risk Acceptance process, describing the level of risk, areas of non-compliance, and identification of mitigating controls.
-Identify control deficiency trends and work with Core Information Risk Services to develop and implement solutions.
Core operations, Information Security, Training & Awareness, Governance:
-Active engagement with Information Risk Consultant to ensure that IT risks are identified and addressed, and appropriate controls are incorporated into architectures and systems design.
-Document all risk reviews and provide management summary.
-Ensure all corrective actions are recorded in the corporate repository.
Minimum Requirements:
-Experience with industry standard Information Technology Control Policies and Standards frameworks
-Ability to manage by influence and establish effective working relationships with all levels of management
-Effectively resolves conflicts between individual needs and requirements of the organization
-Demonstrates a strong ability to identify, analyze, and solve problems
-Able to communicate complex information in user-friendly terms
-Excellent oral and written communication skills
-3-5 years technology background with significant exposure to Information Risk, Information Security, or Audit.
-CISSP or CISA qualified or relevant experience
-Strong communication, relationship building and presentation skills and technology background with significant exposure to Information Risk, Information Security, or Audit.
-CISSP or CISA qualified or relevant experience
-Strong communication, relationship building and presentation skills
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Security Operations Engineer - Boston, MA
This role is part of a new Emerging Technologies team that will be the Incubator of Talent and Technology for the organization Enterprise wide.
Provide leadership and support for the Security Operations center. Requires a high-level unique and diverse set of skills, which include; problem solving, solid verbal and written communication, excellent relationship building experience, strong leadership and proven team management. The selected candidate will have demonstrated the ability to foster a rich and satisfying employment environment that encourages professional growth to all team members. The individual will promote good work habits by personally modeling a high professional standard and integrity.
-Provide leadership and direction for all Security Operations Center efforts.
-Provides oversight to ensure quality and consistency of all deliverables
-Serves as a leader of project teams in a cross-functional environment.
-Functions as a recognized expert to other IT groups on Security Operations Center and incident response related matters.
-Provides development guidance and assists in the identification, implementation, and maintenance of organization information security policies and procedures in coordination with organization management and administration
-Works with organization senior management to establish an organization-wide global Oversight of security operations.
-Performs initial and periodic security assessments for incidents and conducts related ongoing investigative activities in coordination with the other corporate functions.
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
-Solid background in Security Engineering & Operations.
-Solid background in Incident Response
-Strong team-oriented interpersonal skills; ability to effectively interface with a wide variety of people
-Knowledge of IT Operations and risk assessment procedures
-Ability to consultant as a recognized technical expert on incident response and data leakage control topics to other IT groups
-Proven ability to work under pressure
-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
-Excellent oral and written communications skills
-Solid project management skills, especially in a cross-functional environment
Experience:
-8+ years of Information Security or Operations Center related experience.
-8+ years of experience in IT, with a broad range of exposure to business planning, systems analysis and application development.
-Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or equivalent experience preferred.
-GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) designation preferred.
-Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) designation preferred.
-Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) designation desired.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Provide leadership and support for the Security Operations center. Requires a high-level unique and diverse set of skills, which include; problem solving, solid verbal and written communication, excellent relationship building experience, strong leadership and proven team management. The selected candidate will have demonstrated the ability to foster a rich and satisfying employment environment that encourages professional growth to all team members. The individual will promote good work habits by personally modeling a high professional standard and integrity.
-Provide leadership and direction for all Security Operations Center efforts.
-Provides oversight to ensure quality and consistency of all deliverables
-Serves as a leader of project teams in a cross-functional environment.
-Functions as a recognized expert to other IT groups on Security Operations Center and incident response related matters.
-Provides development guidance and assists in the identification, implementation, and maintenance of organization information security policies and procedures in coordination with organization management and administration
-Works with organization senior management to establish an organization-wide global Oversight of security operations.
-Performs initial and periodic security assessments for incidents and conducts related ongoing investigative activities in coordination with the other corporate functions.
Job Responsibilities & Requirements
-Solid background in Security Engineering & Operations.
-Solid background in Incident Response
-Strong team-oriented interpersonal skills; ability to effectively interface with a wide variety of people
-Knowledge of IT Operations and risk assessment procedures
-Ability to consultant as a recognized technical expert on incident response and data leakage control topics to other IT groups
-Proven ability to work under pressure
-Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
-Excellent oral and written communications skills
-Solid project management skills, especially in a cross-functional environment
Experience:
-8+ years of Information Security or Operations Center related experience.
-8+ years of experience in IT, with a broad range of exposure to business planning, systems analysis and application development.
-Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Business Administration or equivalent experience preferred.
-GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) designation preferred.
-Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) designation preferred.
-Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) designation desired.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Portfolio Accounting Systems Implementation BA - Permanent
Asset management firm in Boston
This hire will work on the implementation of a portfolio accounting system
Required Skills:
· Hands on Experience Implementing a Portfolio Management/Accounting System Required.
· Simcorp Experience Preferred
· SQL Querying Capabilities
· Understanding of Security Master and Transaction data
· Familiar with Client, Reuters, IDC vendor files
· 5+ years of experience with data warehousing and accounting systems
· Experience writing Business Requirement Documents and QA Test Plans
· Independent thinking, decision-making, ability to work with various departments and strong work ethic are imperative
· Proven analytical skills and demonstrated ability to analyze process with a focus on development solutions which improve efficiency and/or reduce risk.
· Understanding of back office workflows, OTC and Exchange traded securities
· Posses strong project management skills
Mandatory requirements:
· Bachelor degree in business, finance, or a technology science discipline
· 5+ years experience in a Investment Operations or IT organization
· 5+ years experience in a business analyst role
· 5+ years experience in the financial services industry
Additional Skills and Competencies:
· Experience with Accounting/Portfolio Management Systems. (Simcorp Dimension, Advent Geneva, Eagle Star, Client PORTIA, Sungard Asset Arena, etc.)
· Expertise with Eagle Investment Systems – PACE, Security Reference Manager (SRM), and PACE Reporting
· Experience with Trading Systems (Charles River, Longview, etc.)
· Must be detail oriented with strong communication skills, both orally and written
· High energy and positive attitude- candidate should be conscientious, self-directed and posses a strong work ethic
· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set goals, and meet deadlines
· Must be willing to take initiative and employ good follow-through skills
· Ability to learn new concepts, systems, and software independently and quickly
· Willingness to take initiative, seeing problems through to final completion.
· The ability handle diverse situations and rapidly changing priorities with deadlines
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
This hire will work on the implementation of a portfolio accounting system
Required Skills:
· Hands on Experience Implementing a Portfolio Management/Accounting System Required.
· Simcorp Experience Preferred
· SQL Querying Capabilities
· Understanding of Security Master and Transaction data
· Familiar with Client, Reuters, IDC vendor files
· 5+ years of experience with data warehousing and accounting systems
· Experience writing Business Requirement Documents and QA Test Plans
· Independent thinking, decision-making, ability to work with various departments and strong work ethic are imperative
· Proven analytical skills and demonstrated ability to analyze process with a focus on development solutions which improve efficiency and/or reduce risk.
· Understanding of back office workflows, OTC and Exchange traded securities
· Posses strong project management skills
Mandatory requirements:
· Bachelor degree in business, finance, or a technology science discipline
· 5+ years experience in a Investment Operations or IT organization
· 5+ years experience in a business analyst role
· 5+ years experience in the financial services industry
Additional Skills and Competencies:
· Experience with Accounting/Portfolio Management Systems. (Simcorp Dimension, Advent Geneva, Eagle Star, Client PORTIA, Sungard Asset Arena, etc.)
· Expertise with Eagle Investment Systems – PACE, Security Reference Manager (SRM), and PACE Reporting
· Experience with Trading Systems (Charles River, Longview, etc.)
· Must be detail oriented with strong communication skills, both orally and written
· High energy and positive attitude- candidate should be conscientious, self-directed and posses a strong work ethic
· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set goals, and meet deadlines
· Must be willing to take initiative and employ good follow-through skills
· Ability to learn new concepts, systems, and software independently and quickly
· Willingness to take initiative, seeing problems through to final completion.
· The ability handle diverse situations and rapidly changing priorities with deadlines
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Lead Java Software Developer - Contract to Potential Perm
Lead Software Developer
6 month contract to start - potentially a conversion to permanent after.
- This is a leadership position with a significant hands-on coding component. The proper candidate will be required to significantly contribute to development efforts as well as manage a team of onshore/offshore development with a hybrid Scrum process.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead onshore/offshore development resources in the agile process. Lead daily scrums and manage sprints.
- Lead by example through significant, high-quality code contributions to the project
- Conduct code reviews.
- Coach and direct development team resources.
- Provide constant feedback on development resources to our off-shore partners
- Contribute to the establishment of and ensure proper usage of the processes in the SDLC
- Participate in the team selection process (interviewing)
- Monitor critical project metrics (i.e. test coverage etc.)
- Drive project success by fostering teamwork and collaboration across project managers, analysts and both on-shore and off-shore developers.
Required experience:
- Java
- Java Server Faces
- Spring (Core)
- Tomcat
- Agile/Scrum development
- Offshore development (India)
Highly beneficial experience:
- Spring Batch
- Spring Integration
- Spring Security (in an Active Directory environment)
- Hibernate (in a SQL Server environment)
- Jenkins
- Sonar
- Git
- VersionOne
- tcServer
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
6 month contract to start - potentially a conversion to permanent after.
- This is a leadership position with a significant hands-on coding component. The proper candidate will be required to significantly contribute to development efforts as well as manage a team of onshore/offshore development with a hybrid Scrum process.
Primary Responsibilities
- Lead onshore/offshore development resources in the agile process. Lead daily scrums and manage sprints.
- Lead by example through significant, high-quality code contributions to the project
- Conduct code reviews.
- Coach and direct development team resources.
- Provide constant feedback on development resources to our off-shore partners
- Contribute to the establishment of and ensure proper usage of the processes in the SDLC
- Participate in the team selection process (interviewing)
- Monitor critical project metrics (i.e. test coverage etc.)
- Drive project success by fostering teamwork and collaboration across project managers, analysts and both on-shore and off-shore developers.
Required experience:
- Java
- Java Server Faces
- Spring (Core)
- Tomcat
- Agile/Scrum development
- Offshore development (India)
Highly beneficial experience:
- Spring Batch
- Spring Integration
- Spring Security (in an Active Directory environment)
- Hibernate (in a SQL Server environment)
- Jenkins
- Sonar
- Git
- VersionOne
- tcServer
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Charles River Business Analyst - Contract
Contract position in Boston
Our client in the Boston area is looking for a Business Systems Analyst to join their team to assist in ongoing project work. This candidate must have in-depth experience with Charles River (CRD) OMS. They will be responsible for working with internal end-users to develop solutions that will enhance the overall functionality of the system as it pertains to the organization. Candidates must have exceptional communication skills, the ability to work directly with various business teams, display creative problem solving skills and the desire to work independently as well as in a team setting.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Our client in the Boston area is looking for a Business Systems Analyst to join their team to assist in ongoing project work. This candidate must have in-depth experience with Charles River (CRD) OMS. They will be responsible for working with internal end-users to develop solutions that will enhance the overall functionality of the system as it pertains to the organization. Candidates must have exceptional communication skills, the ability to work directly with various business teams, display creative problem solving skills and the desire to work independently as well as in a team setting.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
Trade OMS - Systems Support Engineer
Permanent position at an investment firm in Boston.
Position Overview:
We are looking for a Support Engineer to join our support staff and contribute in a variety of areas, including the monitoring, support, problem resolution and server configuration management for our research databases, vendor and custom built systems and in general all investment and trading applications that the group is responsible for. This is a full-time position.
Responsibilities:
-Ensure, coordinate and expedite successful completion of escalated support issues
-Support real time low-latency trading middleware environment.
-Support Trade Order Management systems.
-Identify, research and resolves technical problems pertinent to our applications and collaborate with the application development team or third-party vendors
-Build tools and utilities to automate data quality checks and system monitoring
-Acquire/build and maintains knowledge base for trading and investment applications
-Liaise with 3rd party product consultants as well as other groups in IT
Skills:
-College degree required.
-Extensive problem coordination and troubleshooting skills a must.
-Commitment to quality and customer service.
-Solid understanding of Linux and Windows operating systems.
-Understanding of programming languages (Java, C#, Perl) and object oriented concepts.
-Understanding of relational databases, with emphasis on Microsoft SQL Server, data loading mechanisms and reporting.
-Knowledge of SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
-Experience with CRD or Longview Trade Order Management systems would be a plus.
-Experience supporting Execution Management Systems (InfoReach, FlexTrade, Portware, etc.) would be a plus.
-Understanding of financial market data would be a plus.
-Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal.
-Must be detail-oriented and able to prioritize work and effectively manage multiple tasks.
-Ability to learn new concepts, systems, and software independently and quickly.
-Willingness to take initiative, seeing problems through to final completion.
-Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set goals and meet deadlines.
-Flexible/on call to support off hours project and problem issues.
-High energy, positive attitude, professional and mature.
-HP SiteScope experience a plus.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Position Overview:
We are looking for a Support Engineer to join our support staff and contribute in a variety of areas, including the monitoring, support, problem resolution and server configuration management for our research databases, vendor and custom built systems and in general all investment and trading applications that the group is responsible for. This is a full-time position.
Responsibilities:
-Ensure, coordinate and expedite successful completion of escalated support issues
-Support real time low-latency trading middleware environment.
-Support Trade Order Management systems.
-Identify, research and resolves technical problems pertinent to our applications and collaborate with the application development team or third-party vendors
-Build tools and utilities to automate data quality checks and system monitoring
-Acquire/build and maintains knowledge base for trading and investment applications
-Liaise with 3rd party product consultants as well as other groups in IT
Skills:
-College degree required.
-Extensive problem coordination and troubleshooting skills a must.
-Commitment to quality and customer service.
-Solid understanding of Linux and Windows operating systems.
-Understanding of programming languages (Java, C#, Perl) and object oriented concepts.
-Understanding of relational databases, with emphasis on Microsoft SQL Server, data loading mechanisms and reporting.
-Knowledge of SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS).
-Experience with CRD or Longview Trade Order Management systems would be a plus.
-Experience supporting Execution Management Systems (InfoReach, FlexTrade, Portware, etc.) would be a plus.
-Understanding of financial market data would be a plus.
-Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal.
-Must be detail-oriented and able to prioritize work and effectively manage multiple tasks.
-Ability to learn new concepts, systems, and software independently and quickly.
-Willingness to take initiative, seeing problems through to final completion.
-Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set goals and meet deadlines.
-Flexible/on call to support off hours project and problem issues.
-High energy, positive attitude, professional and mature.
-HP SiteScope experience a plus.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Head of IT Infrastructure
This is a full time, permanent position at an investment firm in Boston.
The IT Infrastructure Team is responsible for the technology infrastructure and technical support globally. The team consists of approximately 30 technology professionals whose key functions include Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, Database Management, Network, and Desktop Support.
Reporting to the Head of Information Technologies, the Head of IT Infrastructure provides global technology vision and leadership for formulating, evaluating, and implementing information technology solutions, policies and initiatives that improve the quality and effectiveness of the strategic goals and the efficiency of its business operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
· Management of Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, Database Management, Network, and Desktop Support
· Acts as a liaison with the Investment Systems, Client Systems and Research Systems application development teams and the Production Control team to ensure full understanding of data flow, data integrity, and system security
· Assesses information technology control elements to mitigate IT risks regarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of business information
· Responsible for enterprise management of desktop systems, servers and data storage comprised primarily of Windows/Intel platform
· Responsible for the global network supporting all data, voice and video services including remote access and VoIP implementation
· Responsible for Data Center and Disaster Recovery Center operations
· Management of core firm-wide applications for messaging and data storage including Microsoft Exchange and SQL Server
· Planning and implementation of technical security including firewalls, anti-virus, spyware, spam, active directory and logical access
· Work closely with the Facilities group for physical construction, moves, and support of the facilities applications including building access authorization
Mandatory requirements:
· 10+ years experience managing technical organizations
· 10+ years experience managing telecommunications
· 10+ years experience in the financial services industry
· 5+ years experience with offshore vendors
· 5+ years experience with Citrix, VMWare
Skills:
· Strong technical and management skills extremely important
· Self-directed and motivated
· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
· Solid communication skills
Character:
· High energy, positive attitude, professional and mature
· Leadership qualities
· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set goals and meet deadlines
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
The IT Infrastructure Team is responsible for the technology infrastructure and technical support globally. The team consists of approximately 30 technology professionals whose key functions include Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, Database Management, Network, and Desktop Support.
Reporting to the Head of Information Technologies, the Head of IT Infrastructure provides global technology vision and leadership for formulating, evaluating, and implementing information technology solutions, policies and initiatives that improve the quality and effectiveness of the strategic goals and the efficiency of its business operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
· Management of Systems Engineering, Telecommunications, Database Management, Network, and Desktop Support
· Acts as a liaison with the Investment Systems, Client Systems and Research Systems application development teams and the Production Control team to ensure full understanding of data flow, data integrity, and system security
· Assesses information technology control elements to mitigate IT risks regarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of business information
· Responsible for enterprise management of desktop systems, servers and data storage comprised primarily of Windows/Intel platform
· Responsible for the global network supporting all data, voice and video services including remote access and VoIP implementation
· Responsible for Data Center and Disaster Recovery Center operations
· Management of core firm-wide applications for messaging and data storage including Microsoft Exchange and SQL Server
· Planning and implementation of technical security including firewalls, anti-virus, spyware, spam, active directory and logical access
· Work closely with the Facilities group for physical construction, moves, and support of the facilities applications including building access authorization
Mandatory requirements:
· 10+ years experience managing technical organizations
· 10+ years experience managing telecommunications
· 10+ years experience in the financial services industry
· 5+ years experience with offshore vendors
· 5+ years experience with Citrix, VMWare
Skills:
· Strong technical and management skills extremely important
· Self-directed and motivated
· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
· Solid communication skills
Character:
· High energy, positive attitude, professional and mature
· Leadership qualities
· Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set goals and meet deadlines
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Performance Analytics BA - Contract
Open ended contract in Boston
Primary Responsibilities:
• Work with members of the business analysis team and business users to develop and document business rules and requirements for performing investment performance analysis.
• Perform analysis on existing performance analytics applications to extrapolate business rules. Model expected results of performance and risk calculations in Excel.
• Eliciting requirements using interviews, requirements workshops, business process workflow analysis, storyboarding and data modeling.
• Critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, decompose high-level information into details, abstract up from low-level information to a general understanding, and distinguish user requests from the underlying true business needs.
• Document functional requirements, business rules, workflow and dataflow diagrams, and interface designs.
• Collaborate with developers and subject matter experts to establish the technical vision and analyze tradeoffs that may be required to meet business needs for a segment of project requirements.
Requirements:
• 4-6 years business systems analysis experience.
• Experience with performance measurement, attribution and risk analytics would be beneficial.
• Good knowledge of SQL, ability to perform detailed analysis on existing data bases and to use SQL to model data required for reporting, UI screens or in calculations.
• Strong knowledge of Excel, ability to model complex calculations and business rules related to performance and risk analytics.
• Experience with conceptual data modeling techniques, data analysis and the documentation of data conversion requirements between systems.
• Strong analytical skills required, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group consisting of executives, managers, and subject matter experts.
• Strong process orientation as well as meeting facilitation skills to drive progress throughout the requirements development process
• Ability to work independently with users to define concepts and to complete project tasks under direction of project managers and the ability to engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Certificate Investment in Investment Performance Management (CIPM) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or progress towards these certifications would be beneficial.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Primary Responsibilities:
• Work with members of the business analysis team and business users to develop and document business rules and requirements for performing investment performance analysis.
• Perform analysis on existing performance analytics applications to extrapolate business rules. Model expected results of performance and risk calculations in Excel.
• Eliciting requirements using interviews, requirements workshops, business process workflow analysis, storyboarding and data modeling.
• Critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, decompose high-level information into details, abstract up from low-level information to a general understanding, and distinguish user requests from the underlying true business needs.
• Document functional requirements, business rules, workflow and dataflow diagrams, and interface designs.
• Collaborate with developers and subject matter experts to establish the technical vision and analyze tradeoffs that may be required to meet business needs for a segment of project requirements.
Requirements:
• 4-6 years business systems analysis experience.
• Experience with performance measurement, attribution and risk analytics would be beneficial.
• Good knowledge of SQL, ability to perform detailed analysis on existing data bases and to use SQL to model data required for reporting, UI screens or in calculations.
• Strong knowledge of Excel, ability to model complex calculations and business rules related to performance and risk analytics.
• Experience with conceptual data modeling techniques, data analysis and the documentation of data conversion requirements between systems.
• Strong analytical skills required, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group consisting of executives, managers, and subject matter experts.
• Strong process orientation as well as meeting facilitation skills to drive progress throughout the requirements development process
• Ability to work independently with users to define concepts and to complete project tasks under direction of project managers and the ability to engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Certificate Investment in Investment Performance Management (CIPM) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or progress towards these certifications would be beneficial.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Monday, May 2, 2011
Senior .NET Developer - Contract
6 Month contract position at an investment firm in Boston
Our client in the Boston area is looking for a Senior Systems Developer to join their existing team. This person would be responsible for developing enhancements and performing system maintenance to enterprise-wide applications/systems. Candidates must have financial services domain knowledge/experience.
Technical Requirements:
- C#, .NET 3.5/4.0
- SQL Server Development (T-SQL), datawarehousing and data modeling.
- Crystal Reports
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Our client in the Boston area is looking for a Senior Systems Developer to join their existing team. This person would be responsible for developing enhancements and performing system maintenance to enterprise-wide applications/systems. Candidates must have financial services domain knowledge/experience.
Technical Requirements:
- C#, .NET 3.5/4.0
- SQL Server Development (T-SQL), datawarehousing and data modeling.
- Crystal Reports
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Friday, April 22, 2011
Principal Trading Systems Developer
Full time, permanent position in Boston
Candidate will be working directly with Portfolio Managers - communication is key
Principal Trading Systems Developer
This position is part of the Developer team whose main focus is the development of proprietary applications and tools for traders, operations, analysts and portfolio managers.
Responsibilities:
· Develop and enhance proprietary applications
· Develop and enhance integration with external applications and data sources
· Provide second tier support for proprietary applications and related batch processing
· Mentor junior developers and support team
· Work with business users and business analysts, and assist in requirements gathering, specifications and test planning
· Work with team to establish best practices
Qualifications:
· Bachelors degree or higher in Computer Science; no other major will be accepted
· 10+ years software development experience
· 4+ years experience with front-office equity portfolio management and trading systems
· 5+ years Java experience
· 5+ years SQL experience
· 2+ years experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, GWT, etc
· Positive attitude, energetic and self motivated
· Willingness to work with changing priorities and challenging schedules
· Team player with superb verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Candidate will be working directly with Portfolio Managers - communication is key
Principal Trading Systems Developer
This position is part of the Developer team whose main focus is the development of proprietary applications and tools for traders, operations, analysts and portfolio managers.
Responsibilities:
· Develop and enhance proprietary applications
· Develop and enhance integration with external applications and data sources
· Provide second tier support for proprietary applications and related batch processing
· Mentor junior developers and support team
· Work with business users and business analysts, and assist in requirements gathering, specifications and test planning
· Work with team to establish best practices
Qualifications:
· Bachelors degree or higher in Computer Science; no other major will be accepted
· 10+ years software development experience
· 4+ years experience with front-office equity portfolio management and trading systems
· 5+ years Java experience
· 5+ years SQL experience
· 2+ years experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, GWT, etc
· Positive attitude, energetic and self motivated
· Willingness to work with changing priorities and challenging schedules
· Team player with superb verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Friday, April 1, 2011
Savvion Systems Architect - VP - Full time
Client is a large and prestigious investment firm.
Location: Boston
Full time, permanent position
Description
· This is a highly specifialized "hands-on" BPM SME role in integration/architecture position with design & implementation resposibilities. The main duties are:
• Leads the end-to-end BPM design and system integration with a strong product implementation knowledge in Progress Savvion, including:
- 2 + years of Savvion 7.5 experience
- Good understanding of Savvion out of box reporting infrastructure
- 1+ years building and deploying complex flows with custom adapters into a clustered Savvion environment
- Load testing experience on Savvion flows
- Capturing performance metrics on Savvion flows /adapters
- Experience in tuning BPM flows
- Savvion JDBC and LDAP realms
· This role is both the coach and an individual SME, building and maintaining a high-level of technical and business credibility with business users, system developers, and operations staff.
· Responsible for project execution as well as technical design & implementation effort; including middleware integration, business process modeling, applications framework, BPM run-time environments
· Must be highly specialized and top-level technical expert in BPM space - design and integration
· Provides development estimate & conduct/coordinates change control review
· Coordinates overall project communications, risks, and issues resolution
· Monitors end to end budget on technology projects, and technical team numbers for larger initiatives
· Must have excellent oral and written communication as this role will need to communicate effectively with business and technology management, production support, and other relevant teams regarding project status, issues and system effectiveness and share feedback.
· Strong knowledge of standard development lifecycle methodologies, specific knowledge of the Rational Unified Process a plus
· This role is both the coach and an individual SME, building and maintaining a high-level of technical and business credibility with business users, system developers, and operations staff.
· Work with a blended team of full-time employees and contractors operating at multiple locations across time zones. Job duties are varied and complex and will require excellent analytical skills and business judgment.
· Participate in all stages of the implementation process, including requirements/design, installation, configuration, customization, testing, training, knowledge transfer and operations in a leadership or individual capacity
· Provide technical leadership to project teams. Effectively navigate complex business relationships to achieve specific project and overall business relationship objectives, encourage both individual and team accomplishments and contribute to strong culture of collaboration and teamwork.
· Develop documentation that meets relevant quality standards, is technically accurate, fulfills project objectives and is presented in professional format
· Share best practices, productivity tools and contribute to knowledge sharing among team members.
Financial markets background is highly desired.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Location: Boston
Full time, permanent position
Description
· This is a highly specifialized "hands-on" BPM SME role in integration/architecture position with design & implementation resposibilities. The main duties are:
• Leads the end-to-end BPM design and system integration with a strong product implementation knowledge in Progress Savvion, including:
- 2 + years of Savvion 7.5 experience
- Good understanding of Savvion out of box reporting infrastructure
- 1+ years building and deploying complex flows with custom adapters into a clustered Savvion environment
- Load testing experience on Savvion flows
- Capturing performance metrics on Savvion flows /adapters
- Experience in tuning BPM flows
- Savvion JDBC and LDAP realms
· This role is both the coach and an individual SME, building and maintaining a high-level of technical and business credibility with business users, system developers, and operations staff.
· Responsible for project execution as well as technical design & implementation effort; including middleware integration, business process modeling, applications framework, BPM run-time environments
· Must be highly specialized and top-level technical expert in BPM space - design and integration
· Provides development estimate & conduct/coordinates change control review
· Coordinates overall project communications, risks, and issues resolution
· Monitors end to end budget on technology projects, and technical team numbers for larger initiatives
· Must have excellent oral and written communication as this role will need to communicate effectively with business and technology management, production support, and other relevant teams regarding project status, issues and system effectiveness and share feedback.
· Strong knowledge of standard development lifecycle methodologies, specific knowledge of the Rational Unified Process a plus
· This role is both the coach and an individual SME, building and maintaining a high-level of technical and business credibility with business users, system developers, and operations staff.
· Work with a blended team of full-time employees and contractors operating at multiple locations across time zones. Job duties are varied and complex and will require excellent analytical skills and business judgment.
· Participate in all stages of the implementation process, including requirements/design, installation, configuration, customization, testing, training, knowledge transfer and operations in a leadership or individual capacity
· Provide technical leadership to project teams. Effectively navigate complex business relationships to achieve specific project and overall business relationship objectives, encourage both individual and team accomplishments and contribute to strong culture of collaboration and teamwork.
· Develop documentation that meets relevant quality standards, is technically accurate, fulfills project objectives and is presented in professional format
· Share best practices, productivity tools and contribute to knowledge sharing among team members.
Financial markets background is highly desired.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Basel Business Analyst
Contract or Perm position
Business Analyst (Basel)
Requirements:
· Capital Management and/or Corporate Treasury processes
· Regulatory experience (OCC/FDIC/FRB)
· Thorough knowledge of Basel I, 2, 3 and associated Pillars
· Technology background but not a technologist
· Strong BA skill set
· Ability to work in a highly matrixed organization
· Six Sigma Greenbelt/Blackbelt or Master Blackbelt
· Fluent in voice of customer, business requirements gathering, success metrics
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Business Analyst (Basel)
Requirements:
· Capital Management and/or Corporate Treasury processes
· Regulatory experience (OCC/FDIC/FRB)
· Thorough knowledge of Basel I, 2, 3 and associated Pillars
· Technology background but not a technologist
· Strong BA skill set
· Ability to work in a highly matrixed organization
· Six Sigma Greenbelt/Blackbelt or Master Blackbelt
· Fluent in voice of customer, business requirements gathering, success metrics
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Eagle STAR Analyst
Full time position in Downtown Boston
Job Requirements
- Expert level experience with the Eagle STAR system.
- Solid understanding of fund accounting principles.
- Technical Experience Required:
o PL/SQL
o C++
o Oracle
o UNIX
- The ability to communicate effectively within a group setting is crucial.
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills are necessary.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Job Requirements
- Expert level experience with the Eagle STAR system.
- Solid understanding of fund accounting principles.
- Technical Experience Required:
o PL/SQL
o C++
o Oracle
o UNIX
- The ability to communicate effectively within a group setting is crucial.
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills are necessary.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
PL/SQL Developer
Contract position at a well established investment firm in Boston
Work with business analysts on PACE related projects. Creates programs that satisfy every requirement listed in the functional specifications document and follows standard coding practices. Clearly documents each coding change made to new and existing routines.
Primary Responsibilities:
Work with business analysts to map out and document technical requirements
Interpret written business requirements and technical specification documents
Perform coding to written technical specifications
Develop and execute unit testing procedures
Easily recognize system deficiencies and implement effective solutions
Work with development group to ensure that all design questions (e.g., application security, data feeds, etc.) are addressed through the business analysis process
Support project tracking and monitoring
Perform maintenance programming and correction of identified defects
Comply with Sarbanes-Oxley and other regulatory requirements
Take on other software development group responsibilities as assigned
Job Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or IT related discipline is desirable
Minimum of four years demonstrated experience with PL-SQL
Knowledge of Eagle PACE data hub product a plus
Knowledge of database, system design, and technical architecture concepts
Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle and different development models
Ability to code software according to published standards and design guidelines
Flexible attitude and ability to perform under pressure
A commitment to quality and a thorough approach to the work
Ability to work well within a team
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Work with business analysts on PACE related projects. Creates programs that satisfy every requirement listed in the functional specifications document and follows standard coding practices. Clearly documents each coding change made to new and existing routines.
Primary Responsibilities:
Work with business analysts to map out and document technical requirements
Interpret written business requirements and technical specification documents
Perform coding to written technical specifications
Develop and execute unit testing procedures
Easily recognize system deficiencies and implement effective solutions
Work with development group to ensure that all design questions (e.g., application security, data feeds, etc.) are addressed through the business analysis process
Support project tracking and monitoring
Perform maintenance programming and correction of identified defects
Comply with Sarbanes-Oxley and other regulatory requirements
Take on other software development group responsibilities as assigned
Job Requirements:
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or IT related discipline is desirable
Minimum of four years demonstrated experience with PL-SQL
Knowledge of Eagle PACE data hub product a plus
Knowledge of database, system design, and technical architecture concepts
Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle and different development models
Ability to code software according to published standards and design guidelines
Flexible attitude and ability to perform under pressure
A commitment to quality and a thorough approach to the work
Ability to work well within a team
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Monday, February 21, 2011
.NET Financial Developer - Permanent Role
Software Engineer – Boston, MA
QUALIFICATIONS:
Full time, permanent position
• Experience/Expertise with .NET, C#, WCF, WPF, SQL.
• Experience/Expertise with Microsoft SQL Server, SSRS, SharePoint, etc.
• Excellent communication skills, as well as organizational, analytical, problem solving skills.
• Software Developer must be comfortable and effective working in both an independent and team-oriented environment.
Typical duties include:
• Working with business and systems users to understand and document requirements.
• Making technical assessments; developing and documenting technical solutions; and
explaining advantages, risks and alternatives.
• Designing, coding and verifying technical solutions.
• Providing time-sensitive support for mission-critical systems.
• Supporting production systems, guaranteeing high availability and reliability.
• Contributing and adhering to best practices throughout the software development life cycle.
• Estimating the level of effort required for projects and tasks.
• Participating in daily scrum and iteration planning activities.
• Participating in regular design and code reviews to ensure that designs are solid and
standards are followed.
*Preference given to candidates with experience in the financial services industry
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Full time, permanent position
• Experience/Expertise with .NET, C#, WCF, WPF, SQL.
• Experience/Expertise with Microsoft SQL Server, SSRS, SharePoint, etc.
• Excellent communication skills, as well as organizational, analytical, problem solving skills.
• Software Developer must be comfortable and effective working in both an independent and team-oriented environment.
Typical duties include:
• Working with business and systems users to understand and document requirements.
• Making technical assessments; developing and documenting technical solutions; and
explaining advantages, risks and alternatives.
• Designing, coding and verifying technical solutions.
• Providing time-sensitive support for mission-critical systems.
• Supporting production systems, guaranteeing high availability and reliability.
• Contributing and adhering to best practices throughout the software development life cycle.
• Estimating the level of effort required for projects and tasks.
• Participating in daily scrum and iteration planning activities.
• Participating in regular design and code reviews to ensure that designs are solid and
standards are followed.
*Preference given to candidates with experience in the financial services industry
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Software Developer - .NET Developer
Software Developer /.NET Developer – Boston, MA
6+ month contract position
Required Experience:
Our client is looking for seasoned software developers to contribute to an existing team located in the Boston area. The ideal candidate will not only be technical strong, but will contribute positively to the existing dynamic by using their problem solving skills and leveraging new technologies. These developers will be involved in the planning, design, development and testing of new features and functions. Experience with development languages such as C#, C++ and .NET are required, leveraging object oriented design and programming. Knowledge of SQL Server is also required for this role.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
6+ month contract position
Required Experience:
Our client is looking for seasoned software developers to contribute to an existing team located in the Boston area. The ideal candidate will not only be technical strong, but will contribute positively to the existing dynamic by using their problem solving skills and leveraging new technologies. These developers will be involved in the planning, design, development and testing of new features and functions. Experience with development languages such as C#, C++ and .NET are required, leveraging object oriented design and programming. Knowledge of SQL Server is also required for this role.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
