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Added Nov 20, 2024

Senior Business Systems Analyst (26625)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Senior Business Systems Analyst with our client in Minneapolis, MN. Responsibilities include: Documents Requirements: Drafts functional and non-functional data requirements, leveraging previous info provided and input from business stakeholders. Creates Templates / Supporting Materials: Builds or leverages templates to facilitate working sessions and capture requirements and shares best practices with other project teams. The ideal candidate for this position must possess: Senior level Business Systems Analyst – 10+ years’ experience Senior level experience with Data (Mapping, migration/conversion) Senior level experience with Reporting Financial services background Experience with SQL and APIs Resource must be local and able to come to the office in a hybrid setting. Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 20, 2024

Senior Process Analyst (26624)

 Remote,  Remote | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Senior Process Analyst with our client in Raleigh, NC. We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Process Analyst to join our team and lead efforts in enhancing our complaints management processes. In this role, you will collaborate across departments to capture and design processes that improve efficiency and customer satisfaction within the financial services sector. Key Responsibilities: Process Capture and Design: Lead initiatives to capture and design processes related to complaints management, ensuring alignment with best practices and regulatory requirements. Collaboration: Foster cross-departmental collaboration to identify and implement areas for improvement in the complaints management lifecycle. Process Analysis: Conduct thorough analyses of current processes, documenting escalation paths, resolution procedures, and system capture requirements to ensure clarity and consistency. Documentation: Create detailed process documentation and visual representations using tools such as MS Visio and PowerPoint, facilitating understanding and communication of processes. Financial Services Expertise: Apply your understanding of complaint management processes within the financial services industry to enhance operational efficiency and customer service outcomes. Business Process Design: Utilize your expertise in business process design to implement effective solutions that mitigate risks and improve overall process performance. Control and Risk Management (Nice to Have): Assist in the design of controls related to operational risks, contributing to comprehensive risk management strategies. Procedure Writing (Nice to Have): Translate processes into clear and actionable procedures, ensuring accessibility and understanding for relevant stakeholders. Key Skills and Requirements: 5+ years of experience in process analysis, design, and improvement, preferably within the financial services sector. Strong understanding of complaints management processes and relevant regulations. Proficiency in process design and presentation tools (e.g., MS Visio, PowerPoint). Experience in business process design and financial risk management. Knowledge of control design, operational risks, and risk management practices is a plus. Experience in procedure writing, with the ability to clearly translate complex processes into understandable documents. Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 20, 2024

AML KYC Consultant (26623)

 Raleigh,  NC | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking an AML KYC Consultant with our client in Raleigh, NC. We are seeking an experienced AML KYC Consultant to join our compliance team as a first line of defense in our bank. This role combines strategic oversight with hands-on execution, ensuring robust anti-money laundering (AML) and know your customer (KYC) processes are implemented and maintained effectively. Key Responsibilities: Strategy Development: Design and refine AML and KYC policies and procedures that align with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Execution: Actively engage in the execution of KYC due diligence processes, including customer identification, risk assessment, and enhanced due diligence for high-risk clients. Process Improvement: Identify gaps in existing processes and recommend enhancements to improve efficiency and compliance. Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams (such as Operations, Risk, and Legal) to ensure a cohesive approach to AML/KYC compliance. Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports to senior management on KYC compliance activities, risks, and improvements. Hand-off Planning: Develop actionable plans for transferring responsibility for ongoing compliance tasks to relevant teams, ensuring clarity in roles and responsibilities. Qualifications: 10+ years of experience in AML/KYC compliance within the banking or financial services sector. Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to diverse audiences. Proven ability to work both strategically and operationally, executing plans effectively while managing multiple priorities, being flexible and strong ability to roll up sleeves and get things done. Strong interpersonal skills to foster collaboration across departments. Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 20, 2024

Network Administrator (26622)

 Springfield,  IL | Temp to Perm Looking for more than just another assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Network Administrator for a contract to hire opportunity with our client! The mission of LRS Consulting Services is to deliver outstanding information technology solutions by providing the best IT consultants available. Clients depend on us to deal with them honestly and submit only the highest quality candidates for their projects. What’s your mission? If you’re looking for a challenge and want to work with a company that values its consultants, we have an exciting opportunity for you. Essential Duties and Functions: Configure and maintain switching and routing environments using routers, firewalls, and network switches Administer network operations monitoring systems Administer multi-site LAN/WAN network systems Maintain network security through proper configuration of access control lists, intrusion prevention systems, and secure configuration standards Respond to inquiries from internal staff, service providers, and staff for technical assistance and support Perform after-hours equipment installation and maintenance and respond to after-hours equipment/service interruptions Maintain comprehensive documentation including network diagrams, configuration standard procedures, and IP address assignments Serve as a subject matter expert for network-related NERC CIP standard requirements Ensures compliance to standards for all systems administered Any other duties as assigned by management Desired Skills and Abilities: Strong time management skills and ability to handle multiple priorities at once Ability to communicate effectively and establish effective working relationships Ability to effectively troubleshoot with strong problem-solving skills Self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision Strong service orientation and customer service skills Required Education and Experience: Minimum of an Associate’s degree in Information Systems or other computer related field or equivalent relevant experience At least three years of experience in an IT environment Working knowledge of switches, routers, firewalls, and IPSec VPN technologies The ability to bend, squat, crawl or climb 10-20% of the time and lift up to 50 pounds Valid Illinois Class D Driver’s License Preferred Education and Experience: Knowledge of: LAN technologies (VLAN, STP) WAN technologies (VPN, OSPF) Fortinet FortiGate firewalls Demonstrated experience with the following: Configuring and maintaining firewalls Configuring and maintaining network switches Performing network packet captures Creating network diagrams LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 20, 2024

IT Systems Engineer (26621)

 Springfield,  IL | Temp to Perm Looking for more than just another assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking a IT Systems Engineer for a 6+ month contract to hire opportunity with our client in Central Illinois! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! Position Summary: The Systems Engineer is responsible for analyzing, designing, installing, configuring, maintaining, and repairing systems infrastructure and business software applications. This position supports both internal and external business partner technology environments. Essential Duties and Functions: Design, configure, secure, and manage applications and systems as needed and assigned including but not limited to the following: o Microsoft Active Directory, Exchange, SQL, and Windows servers o VMware systems o Microsoft 365, Microsoft Entra ID, and Microsoft Azure systems o Storage Area Network (SAN) systems Responsible for monitoring and maintaining multi-site technology network/server operations, software applications, and operating systems Assist in the maintenance, patching, and support of server and workstation OS and application software Administer and support telephony, mobile, video, and wireless systems Implement and maintain backups, security, and redundancy strategies Respond to inquiries from internal staff, service providers, and staff for technical assistance and support Perform after-hours software and equipment installation/maintenance and respond to after-hours equipment/service interruptions. Some travel is required Participate in disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution Create and maintain application and system documentation Resolve help desk tickets as assigned Serve as a subject matter expert for NERC CIP standard requirements Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices to recommend improvements to the IT infrastructure Must have 6+ years of experience in an IT environment administering and supporting systems infrastructure Must have 3+ years of experience administering Microsoft Windows servers Strong understanding of Active Directory architecture and administration. Proficiency in VMware ESXi and vCenter management. Experience with SAN technologies and data storage management. Familiarity with Microsoft Azure cloud services and infrastructure Desired Experience: Knowledge of PowerShell and/or other applicable scripting languages Prior experience in a cloud-first environment Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer Corp to corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 20, 2024

IT Project Coordinator (26620)

 Springfield,  IL | Contract Looking for more than just another assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking a IT Project Coordinator for a 6+ month contract opportunity with our client in Central Illinois!LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! The Global Managed Print Services (MPS) team supports and manages the global print solution and the printer fleet at all the locations. The scope of this position includes troubleshooting and supporting the existing printer fleet; coordinating rollout at new locations, lifecycle/replacement rollouts, and printer decommissioning; continuous team process improvement; coordinating requirements and activities between various MPS program stakeholders, including end-users, locations, departments/business units, other IT teams, and vendors; as well as generally supporting the MPS program, however needed. This role requires a blend of technical skills and project management expertise to support the MPS program globally. It involves working directly with vendors and partners, as well as occasional travel, after-hours work. Job Responsibilities: Hands-On Printer Support & Troubleshooting: Provide support for a variety of printers, including multi-function, desktop, check, and industrial label printers, resolving issues directly and efficiently. Project Management for Rollouts & Lifecycle Coordination: Coordinate hands-on installations, replacements, and decommissions at the client locations, ensuring streamlined printer fleet management. Vendor & Partner Coordination: Act as the primary contact with vendors and partners, overseeing project tasks, addressing escalations, and holding regular calls to ensure alignment and address project issues. MPS Project Support: Manage key project tasks, escalate issues that impact timelines, and contribute to lifecycle and refresh planning. Process Improvement & Documentation: Continuously document and improve team processes, aligning with Print Smart guidelines for consistent printer and peripheral installations. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with the locations, IT teams, and end-users to implement projects and support high-level printer requests. User Training & Device Setup: Configure and test printers, train end-users on functionality, and support special printer requests and projects. Requirements: Must have 3+ years in IT end-user support, particularly in printer support Must have 2+ years in project coordination or management. Technical Knowledge: Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, project tools, and advanced printer troubleshooting and configuration abilities. Project Management & Vendor Relations: Experience coordinating with vendors; skilled in managing project timelines and goals. Physical Requirements & Availability: Ability to lift 50+ pounds, flexibility for after-hours work, and occasional travel. Safety-oriented and able to work independently with senior guidance. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer Corp to corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 19, 2024

QA Automation Tester (26619)

 Remote,  Remote | Contract LRS Consulting Services is seeking a QA Automation Tester for a role with a client of ours based in St. Louis. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with ourclients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you!Requirements: Must have at least 5 years of QA Testing experience Must have experience with Selenium Experience with SQL and Java Must be located in India and able to work off hours Corp to corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 18, 2024

Graphic Designer Associate (26618)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Graphic Designer Associate with our client in Minneapolis, MN. Description: Remote position Contract to hire Required years of experience: 3+ years In collaboration with the global Brand, Creative, & Content team, this design role is responsible for design and development for a focused portfolio of work within the Columbia Threadneedle Investments firm. This designer creates and develops visual content used in a variety of communication mediums including digital and print, and ensures our brand is represented in an engaging way that aligns with stated standards and specifications. Responsibilities: Design print and digital content for all communication channels, maintaining a high standard of on-target, on-brand visual execution Work collaboratively with broader global creative team (inclusive of copywriters, designers, and content producers) from concept to completion. Interpret creative briefs and be able to present creative rationale that supports the business goal to peers and internal stakeholders. Review materials to ensure feedback has been addressed, ensure brand accuracy and consistency Effectively and proactively manage deliverables and deadlines Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Experience working in agency or within marketing team Fluency with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Acrobat, Microsoft Word Excel and PowerPoint. Aftereffects and Premiere desirable. Strong knowledge of typography and design principles Ability to interpret creative brief objectives, work within brand guidelines and standards Strong relationship skills, attention to detail and ability to manage several projects at once Preferred working knowledge of HTML, UI, UX, and web standards LRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Added Nov 18, 2024

SAP Software Application Developer (26607)

 Northbrook,  IL | Permanent Looking for more than just an assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Dynamics 365 Solutions Architect for a Direct Hire (with option for fully remote work) opportunity with our Manufacturing client in the Northern suburbs of Chicago, IL! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! We are looking for a skilled Microsoft Dynamics 365 Solution Architect to join our high-performing CRM/Customer Experience team. In this fully remote position, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 solutions for various internal customers. If you have a passion for technology, enjoy collaborative teamwork, and are eager to excel within a supportive and dynamic culture, we encourage you to apply.Job SummaryThe Solution Architect will play a crucial role in designing and deploying robust solutions using Microsoft Dynamics 365, driving project success, customer satisfaction, and organizational growth. This role requires strong communication, project management skills, and the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with stakeholders, business analysts, and development teams to gather and understand business requirements.Design and implement end-to-end solutions using Microsoft Dynamics 365, focusing on modules such as Sales, Customer Service, Omnichannel, Omnichannel Voice, and Marketing.Create technical architecture diagrams, system integrations, and data models to support project initiatives.Lead solution design sessions, workshops, and proof-of-concept activities to drive project success.Evaluate existing systems and recommend enhancements or migrations to Dynamics 365 for optimized performance.Define and document best practices, standards, and guidelines for Dynamics 365 implementations.Provide expertise in security, performance optimization, and scalability of the CRM system.Collaborate with development teams to ensure alignment with architectural principles and best practices.Translate complex technical information into business-friendly concepts.Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and updates to Dynamics 365.Required QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field.Microsoft Certified: Dynamics 365 Solution Architect Expert certification or 3-5 years of relevant experience in solution architecture.Proven experience in designing and implementing Dynamics 365 solutions, with a focus on Customer Service and Omnichannel functionalities.Strong knowledge of Dynamics 365 modules, customization, and configuration.Proficiency in Power Platform, including Power Apps and Power Automate.Familiarity with Azure services and cloud architecture.Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical details into business concepts.Strong project management skills, with experience managing cross-functional projects.Problem-solving mindset and a passion for delivering high-quality, customer-focused solutions.Ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience conducting solution design sessions and technical workshops.Strong understanding of data integration and system migration best practices.Experience working in both technical and business environments, acting as a liaison between the two.Prior experience in B2B manufacturing or other industry-specific CRM implementations. LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, status or protected veteran status.#LI-DS1
Added Nov 18, 2024

CX Full Stack Developer & Support Specialist (26606)

 Northbrook,  IL | Permanent Looking for more than just an assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking a CX Full Stack Developer for a Direct Hire (with option for fully remote work) opportunity with our Manufacturing client in the Northern suburbs of Chicago, IL!LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you!We are seeking a CX Full Stack Developer and Support Specialist to join our high-performing eCommerce/Customer Experience team. This fully remote position will contribute to the development and support of SAP Commerce Cloud solutions for internal customers. With multiple instances of SAP Commerce Cloud currently in production, we have plans for significant expansion. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, technical proficiency, and a collaborative mindset to excel in a dynamic environment.If you are passionate, eager to learn, and driven to grow within a supportive and innovative culture, we encourage you to apply.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with internal customers to gather eCommerce requirements and translate them into technical solutions.Develop approach documentation, technical documentation, and project management materials.Lead the development of new eCommerce implementations on SAP Commerce Cloud.Provide ongoing support and enhancements for existing SAP Commerce Cloud instances.Continuously optimize and update eCommerce platforms, including SAP Hybris.Manage support incidents with third-party vendors and consultants to resolve issues.Coordinate development activities with external consultants as needed.Keep up-to-date with the latest eCommerce tools and industry trends.Perform additional duties as assigned by the Manager of eCommerce.Minimal travel (<10%) may be required for occasional team meetings or site visits.Required Qualifications1-2+ years of hands-on experience as an SAP Commerce Cloud (Hybris) developer.Proficiency with B2B and B2C modules of Hybris.3+ years of experience with various programming languages, including Java, Spring Framework, PL/SQL (preferably Oracle), Angular, Python, Apache Solr, XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and Restful Web Services.Experience with Log4j, Tomcat/Apache, GitLab, Jenkins, and Agile Methodology.Strong understanding of Angular-based platform development.Experience implementing DevOps practices.Demonstrated experience in application development and eCommerce optimization.Knowledge of enterprise deployments and code management systems.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Experience integrating systems with ERP, CRM, and payment gateways.Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Preferred QualificationsExperience with Azure Data Factory and JD Edwards Data Structure.Prior experience in manufacturing industries.Strong project management skills, with the ability to work independently and meet deadlines.Experience working directly with customers and remote teams.Appetite for continuous learning and professional development.LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, status or protected veteran status.#LI-DS1
Added Nov 18, 2024

SAP Software Application Developer (26604)

 Northbrook,  IL | Permanent Looking for more than just an assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking a SAP Software Application Developer for a Direct Hire (with option for fully remote work) opportunity with our Manufacturing client in the Northern suburbs of Chicago, IL!LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you!SAP Software Application Developer (Remote Position) The SAP Software Developer will work as part of a small and high performing eCommerce/Customer Experience team and will be required to contribute to the development and support of SAP Commerce Cloud for a number of internal customers. We currently have multiple instances of SAP Commerce cloud in production with plans to expand to multiple more in the near future. The SAP Software Application Developer will work within the Customer Experience Applications Group in Corporate IT and report to the Manager of eCommerce. This position will require excellent proven communication and facilitation skills. This is a fully remote position. If you meet our qualifications, are collaborative, communicative and seeking to excel and grow within an awesome and unique culture, please apply for this role. This is a fully remote position. Candidate must be: Eager to learn & demonstrate initiative Collaborative with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively Able to work independently Comfortable working with remote teams eCommerce system development and optimization experience Very reliable and dependable Able to work to tight deadlines Qualifications: 3+ years hands on SAP Commerce Cloud developer (Hybris) Skilled with B2B & B2C modules of Hybris 3+ years experience working in a variety of programming languages including in Java & Spring framework, PL SQL Experience (Preferably Oracle), Angular, Apache Solr, XML, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Restful Web Services, Log4j, Tomcat/Apache, GitLab, Jenkin, Agile Methodology. Excellent understanding of Angular based platform development Experience with implementing Dev-Ops Application development experience Appetite for learning and self-development Strong written and verbal communication skills Understanding of enterprise deployments & code management systems eCommerce system development and optimization experience Experience integrating systems to corporate ERP, CRM, Payment switches etc. Knowledge of Azure Data Factory Knowledge of JD Edwards Data Structure Experience in manufacturing industries a plus You must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis Duties: Work with customers to collect ecommerce requirements Develop approach documentation and technical documentation Provide project management and be able to work independently Development of new eCommerce implementations on SAP Commerce Cloud Support of new eCommerce implementations on SAP Commerce Cloud Development of enhancements to eCommerce implementations on SAP Hybris and SAP Commerce Cloud Keep up-to-date with eCommerce platform tools and facilitate required updates Manage support incidents with third party vendors/consultants Coordinate development activities with third party consultants Other duties as assigned Travel <10% LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, status or protected veteran status.#LI-DS1
Added Nov 15, 2024

Technical Writer (26617)

 Kansas City,  KS | Contract LRS Consulting Services is seeking an experienced Technical Writer for an exciting contract opportunity with a client of ours in Kansas City, KS. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts combined with your technical expertise equals career possibilities for you. So let’s get to work! General Purpose: Work directly with the Service Transition team to ensure all IT services owned by IT are deployed to production in a way that ensures superior customer adoption levels and outstanding technical support capability. Ensure all applicable projects follow the transition process and that governance and controls are applied to assure the integrity of IT operations. Contribute to the transition strategy, processes, and operating model and play a key role in communicating the evolving transition strategy through management engagement and collaboration. Work daily with Service Transition Team as well as department leadership from various business units to ensure smooth change management. Ensure that all processes are fully documented prior to deployment to production. Work closely with project managers and stakeholders to ensure we receive the greatest benefit from new deployments and technical investments. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Support the maintenance of the Support Services knowledge base and perform quality reviews for the associate facing knowledge base Assist with maintain team communications and training documents as required for End User Services Create documentation related to training requests and champion new products and service offerings associated to IT Work regularly with the Service Transition Manager to prepare new services and applications for deployment to the business and Support Services operations Assist with content development and provide training/ knowledge articles for business units, internal IT/external users Identify and execute opportunities to improve the processes within the transition function as part of a continuous service improvement activity and report to the Service Transition Manager Communicating and collaborating effectively with all relevant parties to execute a successful transition The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.?Other duties may be assigned as required Minimum Requirements:Education and Experience: Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Computer Science, Project Management, or technical field preferred 1-3 years of process development, technical testing and deployment, technical project participation (with internal and remote staff), service/help desk, demonstrated knowledge of quality testing best practices, and defect management. Root cause analysis, preventative action and corrective action 3+ years strong focus on quality, and/or related experience associated to analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills as well as public speaking Certification and/or License – Professional certifications in relevant disciplines preferred (e.g., ITIL, Project Management, KCS Principles, KCS Fundamentals) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Able to work with individual stakeholders or groups to explain new process and tools Knowledge of IT and change management operating models Proficient in MS Office Excellent problem-solving ability Excellent customer service skills Excellent virtual and in-person presentation, and reporting skills Positive, energetic, and patient mentoring style Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills) Able to organize time, energy, and resources effectively to achieve goals (i.e., organizational skills) Able to manage multiple projects (internally and remotely) and participate in cross-functional environment Able to adapt and manage to change effectively Must be able to read, write and speak English LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 14, 2024

Software Developer (26616)

Software Development Springfield,  IL | Full-time Join our team as a Software Developer in the LRS Retirement Solutions Group, where you’ll work on small project teams and collaborate closely with both the project team and our clients. The LRS Retirement Solutions Group at Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. (LRS) is a global leader in defined benefit pension administration software, delivering innovative solutions through our browser-based PensionGold software. Since 1987, LRS Retirement Solutions has set the standard in pension software for defined benefit plans.As a member of our Implementations Team, you’ll help customize solutions related to pension administration using our PensionGold software. In this role, you will be working on various aspects of software delivery, including analysis, design, development, testing, and troubleshooting. You will develop solutions using our proprietary visual development tools, Visual Studio, C#, ASP.NET, SQL Server, and other web development technologies. You’ll collaborate with technical, business, and management teams and engage with new and existing customers to meet their unique business needs and deliver successful software implementations.This role is based at our corporate headquarters in Springfield, Illinois, with the option to work from most regional offices, or remotely for the right candidate. We offer a flexible work environment with a two-day-a-week work-from-home option and a casual dress code across all LRS offices. Expect occasional travel (up to 20% within the U.S.) during implementation projects. LRS often accommodates employee travel using one of our corporate jets. Compensation includes a base salary plus eligibility for paid overtime. If you’re ready to join a growing team and contribute to impactful projects, we’d love to hear from you! Responsibilities: Design: Create detailed design documentation that implements complex business and technical requirements. Application Development: Develop and implement quality and error-free solutions that meet specifications – user interfaces, validations, business processes, jobs, reports, etc. SQL Development: Create and maintain complex queries and stored procedures required for application development and data processing. Database Development: Design and develop efficient database objects within our application for data storage and access. Performance Objectives: Within the first 30 days: You will learn the PensionGold system functionality. You will verbally demonstrate this understanding to your manager and other LRS Retirement Solutions employees. You will be able to read and utilize change request documents, problem incident reports, and action items. Within the first 60 days: You will have developed a detailed understanding of the existing business process modeler tools, and the associated parameters and properties used within them. Within the first 90 days: You will be able to create and modify business application processes using the business process modeler tools. You will demonstrate an in-depth understanding of our product’s technical architecture, development tools, and methodologies. Within your first 6 months: You will demonstrate value by effectively participating in application development efforts on implementation projects. Requirements: Minimum of three years of experience in object-oriented programming, including two years of experience developing web applications using ASP.NET and SQL Server. Proficiency with Microsoft.NET preferred, but comparable experience will be considered. Strong understanding of various web technologies and their application to meet business needs. Experience with Visual Studio, C#, MVC, HTML, JavaScript, and XML is highly desirable. Proven knowledge of SQL Server and relational database concepts, including database analysis, design, T-SQL scripting, and stored procedure development. You must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer. Visa sponsorships are not available. The following experience and skills will make you a stronger candidate: Experience with Visual Studio, C#, MVC, HTML, JavaScript, and XML. Success Keys: Your success will be measured by your ability to effectively implement PensionGold software for new and existing customers after a reasonable period of training. You must acquire an in-depth understanding of PensionGold’s architecture, the use of our development tools, as well as the business usage of PensionGold products as it relates to the underlying data. If you are self-motivated, flexible, persistent, and pay attention to detail, then you have many of the critical traits needed for a person to be successful in this position. The ability to handle multiple tasks and to prioritize work in order to maintain productivity as well as good troubleshooting and creative problem-solving skills are essential. Organization Structure and Interfaces: The LRS Retirement Solutions group has approximately 90 employees. It is managed by the Senior Vice President. Directors over Implementations, Product Support, and Product Development along with Sales report to the Senior Vice President, and there are Team Leads that report to the Directors or to their Manager. You will be a member of the Implementations team and report directly to a manager. You will interact with members of your team, other LRS Retirement Solutions employees along with customers. Salary range: $60,000 - $109,000 annually and full benefits. This range represents the low and high end for this position. The salary will vary depending on factors including, but not limited to, experience and performance. For additional information about LRS, please visit jobs.lrs.com. LRS is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. Applications will be accepted until November 22, 2024.
Added Nov 14, 2024

Technical Business Systems Analyst (26615)

IT/Software/Technology REMOTE,  REMOTE | Full-time Our Retirement Solutions division seeks an experienced Technical Business Systems Analyst to join their implementations team. LRS Retirement Solutions develops and implements PensionGold, a pension administration software for retirement systems in the defined benefits retirement market segment. Our Technical Business Systems Analysts have a vital role in understanding each customer’s unique business processes and how they drive the configuration and customization of our PensionGold software.?The Technical Business Systems Analysts are a key resource for our implementations team and act as subject matter experts on multiple platforms the group uses. You may be based at our corporate headquarters in Springfield, Illinois, in most of our LRS North America locations, or home-based for the right candidate.? As a Technical Business Systems Analyst, you receive a base salary and are eligible for overtime pay, including any travel time, as part of an implementation project. There is minimal required travel during the work week, 10 to 25 percent at peak times during an implementation project, all within the United States. There are substantial growth opportunities and career advancement for the right person joining our team in this position. Responsibilities and Performance Objectives: Develop a thorough understanding of our PensionGold software products, including their functionality and complex business processes. Acquire a detailed understanding of pension administration processes that drive business decisions and required customizations to our software product. Demonstrate a creative, logical, and analytical approach to problem-solving and develop a good working relationship with internal and external customer resources. Identify and understand our customer’s requirements and convert those requirements into detailed design documents describing the configuration or customization required in our PensionGold software products. Understand our customers’ defined benefit plan rules, practices, processes, and legacy applications to prepare technical designs for customizing our product. Engage in process-related discussions with the customer, team leader, developers, and business analysts in a clear, understandable, and precise manner. The ability to explain difficult or complex concepts and/or information to people ranging from end-users to technical developers is very important. Coordinate and support the development of PensionGold software by creating and managing high-quality business requirements and design specifications. Continuously review requirements to ensure software conforms to standards and suggest modifications as needed. Develop, modify, and test complex business processes using our business process modeler tools. Create and document test plans/cases and execute scenarios using written and implied requirements. Perform debugging and unit testing of business processes in our software and continuously maintain and update plans during all implementation phases. Collaborate with project team members to ensure the solution addresses business requirements within the capabilities of the PensionGold software. Resolve problem incident reports during testing by analyzing the reported problem, determining the appropriate corrective action, and making the necessary changes to the design documents. Requirements: Minimum of five years of Business Analyst experience performing analysis and design as part of an application development project or software implementation team. Minimum of four years of experience creating or modifying SQL Server scripts. You must be able to write database queries and have a solid understanding of database structures. Minimum of four years of experience in software development. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English are essential, along with the ability to interact effectively with business owners, customers, and team members. You must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer. Visa sponsorships are not available. The following experience and skills will make you a stronger candidate: Familiarity with implementing a COTS solution to meet specific customer requirements. Previous experience working with retirement system software or custom software development.? Experience using a diagramming or flowcharting tool, like Microsoft Visio software. Organization Structure and Interfaces: The LRS Retirement Solutions group is one of several groups within LRS. The Vice President manages it. Managers over Implementations, Product Development, Product Support, and Sales report directly to the Vice President. You will be a member of the Implementations team and will report to a manager. You will interact with members of your team, other employees, and customers. A typical implementation project team consists of 5-6 key resources supplemented by other resources to meet the project's needs. Salary range: $60,000 - $105,000. This salary range represents the low and high end for this position. The salary will vary depending on factors including experience and performance. The range listed is just one component of LRS’ total employee compensation package.To apply, visit jobs.lrs.com LRS is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. Applications will be accepted until November 22, 2024.
Added Nov 14, 2024

Project Management Associate - Technology (26612)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract The Associate Project Manager will be responsible for actively driving the implementation of project deliverables as outlined in the project charter, ensuring alignment with project budget, scope, schedule, risk, and quality standards. This role requires effective collaboration with project stakeholders and technical resources to achieve project objectives and successfully transition projects into business operations upon completion.Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with stakeholders, including the Steering Committee, Project Sponsor, Project Management Office, and Competency Center, to define project resource requirements and secure skilled resources. Coordinate with technical teams to execute the project plan, escalating risks or issues to leadership as needed. Facilitate alignment of project objectives with business partners, vendors, and project management teams. Support project transition into daily business operations upon completion. Serve as the first point of contact for customers onboarding to voice services, handling business and technical requirements, and providing escalation support if necessary. Identify and drive improvements for onboarding, training, and support processes to enhance the end-to-end service experience. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or a related field, or equivalent work experience. Minimum of 5 years of relevant project management experience. Strong attention to detail, with a focus on achieving results. Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and manage ambiguity. Independent decision-making skills, along with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the US without sponsorship 3rd party candidates will not be considered Candidates must be local to Minneapolis, MN Preferred Skills: Proficiency in customer service and experience supporting the onboarding process. Ability to collect and document technical requirements for service setups. Ability to manage escalations and provide effective solutions to improve customer experiences. LRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Added Nov 14, 2024

Solution Architect (26611)

 Fort Worth,  TX | Temp to Perm LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Solution Architect for a contract to hire opportunity with our client in Fort Worth, Tx.The Solution Architect is a leader across the development, architecture, data, and business organizations. They work closely with members of their team acting as a servant leader, coordinates multiple team initiatives ensuring alignment and communication are ever-present, and works alongside business owners and leaders constantly validating business needs for delivered solutions. The role is expected to partner with other architects, senior leaders, and product teams to create scalable, flexible, and resilient architectures that address customer business problems. The Solution Architect requires no supervision or oversight. They are self-motivated individuals who have strong time management skills, project management, and communication skills that enable them to take-on and lead group based special interest initiatives. What will the employee do in this role? Lead team members in solution designs and work breakdown. Participate in all phases of the solution delivery. Define the vision and roadmap of technology-based solutions for the development group. Responsible for design of new software and solutions or extensive software revisions to existing. Be a top-level technical expert by creating high-level architectural specifications and addressing problems of systems integration and compatibility. Collaborate with management to perform research of the technical feasibility of business needs. Mentor development roles by guiding them through architectural principles, solution design, and best practices, ensuring alignment with the overall technical vision. Evangelize and evolve development and design standards and best practices. Communicate and work alongside members of their team in support of their day-to-day work items. Work with business partners to ensure alignment between the ask and the output. Perform peer reviews and sign-off for other team member’s work to ensure adherence to defined architectural standards. Learn and integrate business processes by actively engaging with business partners to ensure alignment between technical solutions and organizational objectives. Serve as an escalation point for team members on technical issues. Lead internal training opportunities within the development group. Perform business and technical knowledge transfer with their peers. Pursue continuous education to master new technologies, agile processes, programming languages, industry best practices, and tools that are needed within the company. What Skills & Qualifications Do You Need?Education Bachelor's degree. Years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree. Work Experience 5-7 years of progressive experience in technology with a focus on software development 3-5 years of experience with business analysis and systems design 1-3 years of experience in a leadership role (principal engineer, tech lead, team lead, architect, etc.) Certifications Azure or AWS Solution Architect preferred or acquired within first 12 months of the role. SAFe Architect preferred or acquired within first 12 months of the role. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Cloud Technologies: Proficiency with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of architectural frameworks, design patterns, and best practices. Software Development: Strong background in software development and familiarity with multiple programming languages and frameworks. Analytical Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically. Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Leadership: Strong leadership and project management skills, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams or enable other leaders. Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously. LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status
Added Nov 14, 2024

Business Analyst (26610)

 Fort Worth,  TX | Contract LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Business Analyst for a contract opportunity with our client in Fort Worth, Tx.Position SummaryThe Business Analyst will work closely with project management organization to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of our business operations, especially within the realms of innovation and digital projects. This role is pivotal in bridging the gap between IT and the business by assessing processes, determining requirements, and delivering data-driven recommendations and reports to executives and stakeholders.Duties & ResponsibilitiesWhat will the employee do in this role? Collaborate with the Project Manager to refine and implement the innovation strategy, ensuring it aligns with the overall business objectives. Analyze business processes and workflows with the objective of finding out how they can be improved or automated. Prepare and deliver reports, recommendations, or alternatives for improving processes in operating systems across the organization. Conduct meetings and presentations to share ideas and findings. Perform requirements analysis and compile detailed reports. Effectively communicate insights and plans to cross-functional team members and management. Gather critical information from meetings with various stakeholders and produce useful reports. Ensure solutions meet business needs and requirements. Manage projects, develop project plans, and monitor performance. Prioritize initiatives based on business needs and requirements. Serve as a liaison between stakeholders and users. Manage competing resources and priorities. Monitor deliverables and ensure timely completion of projects. Skills & QualificationsEducation BA/BS required Work Experience Minimum of 4 years of experience in business analysis or a related field. Exceptional analytical and conceptual thinking skills. Experience with project management approaches, tools, and phases of the project lifecycle. Experience with data analysis and making data-driven recommendations.5+ years of project management experience, preferably in the financial services sector. Strong understanding of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, SCRUM, Waterfall). Excellent communication, leadership, and negotiation skills. Proficient in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello). Deep understanding of financial services and digital products Knowledge of relevant regulatory frameworks and compliance requirements in the industry or region of operation. Understanding of customer experience in financial services Strong understanding of Lean Portfolio Management principles and practices. Strong understanding and ability to facilitate discussions on business capabilities, value streams and organizing around value. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Advanced technical skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello). Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail. Strong competence in gathering and interpreting complex data. Excellent planning, organizational, and time management skills. A history of leading and supporting successful projects. Strong understanding of the financial services sector and its regulatory environment. Knowledge of customer experience strategies in financial services. Ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions. Advanced communication and interpersonal skills. LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status
Added Nov 14, 2024

Sr. IT Project Manager (26609)

 Kansas City,  MO | Contract LRS Consulting Services is thrilled to announce an exceptional contract opportunity for a Sr. IT Project Manager with our esteemed client based in vibrant Kansas City, MO. This role offers the perfect blend of flexibility, allowing you to work remotely for three to four days a week while enjoying a collaborative in-office environment for one to two days. Position Summary: As an IT Project Manager you will be responsible for multiple projects using multiple methodologies such as Waterfall, Agile and / or Kan Ban to manage projects. You will be responsible for working with product owners and developers to create, groom, and breakdown backlog items in order to effectively communicate to multiple groups within and outside of IT. The projects will range from small to large and simple to complex. These projects will compete for the same resources and will have varying levels of requirements and timeline sensitivities. You will establish and implement project management processes and methodologies for the I.T. PPMT group to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, adhere to high quality standards and meet customer expectations. Responsibilities: Become intimately familiar with legacy applications currently in use Coordinate with Application Development, Data Team, Business and Quality Analyst teams to ensure that proper care is given in development and testing of all products created by or maintained by IT. Document projects using Enterprise Work Management tool. Review business and functional requirements to compile a full understanding of deliverables within a project. Continuously maintain and update project management plans as products evolve both during the initial development phases and post implementation add-on / break fix scenarios. Ensure that schedules are met and proactively address these issues with management. Continuous review of project performance, update PPMT tools and brief management on progress. Develop reporting and dashboards as needed to give enterprise view of project status and report to management. Interact with stakeholders to communicate status. Mentor other Project Managers. Qualifications: Non-technical Project Management Expertise: Experience and working knowledge of “best practices” in developing and leading/managing projects to create solutions, plan, budget, and execute projects in support of customer objectives/goals. This includes the ability to work across the organization to plan for the supporting project/activities needed to successful implement customer programs/projects. Leadership: Willing to “take a position vs. managing a position”; ability to drive change within the organization; ability to build consensus/coalitions amongst diverse (or divergent) interests; acts with integrity; takes the initiative; exercises sound judgment; sets the example. Analytical/Problem Solving: Intellectual capacity and ability to gather, sort and analyze data and then develop logical conclusions; critical thinking skills; familiar with problem solving tools/techniques and able to communicate options, conclusions, and recommendations to both the business and the technology teams. Interpersonal/Communication: articulate and capable of conveying ideas clearly/concisely; sensitive to needs of the audience; ensures the customer, as well as service areas within IT are kept informed of plans, status, and current problems/challenges; manages around internal politics; empathetic, good listener. Technical Experience with Power BI, Enterprise data warehousing, and business reporting Experience and working knowledge of industry “best practices” related to insurance brokerage, Third Party Administration (TPA), and underwriting systems. High level of technical acumen High level of business acumen as it relates to the insurance industry. Quickly understands the overall business strategy, to analyze the business processes, and to develop technical solutions to support the business strategy. Ability to mentor others through issues and if needed, facilitate resolution. Must be a constant learner. Staying up to date on industry knowledge and striving to learn about new and emerging technologies and trends in the Insurance and Securities space, as well as business practices and trends (including regulatory and compliance requirements). Requirements: BS in Computer Science, or equivalent experience in substantially similar position. 5+ years of Project Management within a software development organization. Strong analytical skills are a must. Experience working in an Agile environment (Scrum, Safe) Ability to create and execute plans given minimal written instructions. Ability to liaise with Development, business owners and internal stakeholders. Best if experienced with: o Insurance Industry experience. o Knowledge of Intelledox Infinity software products o BizTalk, Thunderhead, ImageNow (SmartComm) o EDI processing. o Payment Card Industry data security standards (PCI DSS). o Personal Health Information security standards (PHI). o Insurance industry IT support and security. o Laws, policies, procedures, or governance relevant to cybersecurity. LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 13, 2024

QA Automation Tester (26608)

 Remote,  Remote | Contract LRS Consulting Services is seeking a QA Automation Tester for a role with a client of ours based in St. Louis. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! Requirements: Must have at least 5 years of QA Testing experience Must have experience with Selenium Experience with SQL and Java Must be located in India and able to work off hours Corp to corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 13, 2024

Security Engineer (26603)

 Naperville,  IL | Temp to Perm Looking for more than just an assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Security Engineer for a contract-to-hire (with option for fully remote work) opportunity with our financial client in the west suburbs of Chicago, IL! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! The Security Engineer will: Implement and maintain secure password policies and strategies. Manage password storage, reset processes, and user access controls. Ensure timely deployment of patches and updates for Windows servers. Monitor, test, and troubleshoot patches in alignment with industry best practices. Conduct vulnerability assessments and risk analysis for Windows systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to remediate identified vulnerabilities. Administer and manage security features within Azure and Intune environments. Ensure secure configuration and compliance of Azure AD resources. Configure, deploy, and manage Group Policy Objects (GPOs) to support security policies across the organization’s Active Directory environment. Develop and optimize PowerShell scripts for automating tasks. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: 2+ years of experience in IT security engineering Strong experience with Windows Server and virtualized (e.g., VMWare) management and maintenance. Strong experience with password, patch, and vulnerability management processes. Including hands-on experience with enterprise vulnerability management tools. Experience with Active Directory, including Group Policy Objects (GPOs). Basic to intermediate capability in PowerShell scripting. Experience with Azure preferred, with Intune experience a plus. Keen interest in staying updated on security trends and best practices. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer Corp to Corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, status or protected veteran status
Added Nov 13, 2024

Azure Network Engineer (26602)

 Naperville,  IL | Temp to Perm Looking for more than just an assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking an Azure Network Engineer for a contract-to-hire (with option for fully remote work) opportunity with our financial client in the west suburbs of Chicago, IL! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! The Azure Network Engineer will: Be responsible for managing network infrastructures on Microsoft Azure Plan, deploy, and configure virtual networks, subnets, and VPN gateways to support cloud-based applications and workloads. Manage Network Security Groups (NSGs) and Application Gateways to monitor and secure network traffic. Implement Azure network security best practices, including firewall configurations, DDoS protection, and encryption protocols. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve Azure network issues Configure and monitor load balancers, express routes, and virtual WAN for optimal traffic flow and application performance. Integrate on-premises network with Azure cloud environment using VPN or ExpressRoute for hybrid network models. Maintain thorough documentation on network configurations, diagrams, and processes. Implement networking best practices, ensuring compliance with internal policies and industry standards. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: 4+ years of experience in network engineering, with a focus on Azure networking. Expertise in Azure Virtual Networks, NSGs, and Azure Firewall. Strong knowledge of IP networking, routing, switching, and firewall configuration. Excellent problem-solving skills with strong attention to detail. Good knowledge of network security best practices Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer Corp to Corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship, status or protected veteran status
Added Nov 13, 2024

IT Project Manager (26601)

 Springfield,  IL | Temp to Perm Time to get to work! LRS Consulting Services is seeking an experienced Sr. IT Project Manager for our client in Central Illinois. This is a 6-month contract to hire opportunity for the right person. If you’re that person, if you have the Project Management expertise that we need, submit your resume now! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts, combined with your technical expertise, equals career possibilities for you. So let’s get to work! Requirements:Must have 5+ years of experience with the following: Project management experience Risk Management as it relates to managing Maintenance, Support and Application Development projects/resources MS Project or other Project Management Tools Creating project deliverables using the project management software Agile or Waterfall Methodology experience Managing requirements as it relates to project/resource deliverables Documentation and Implementation as it relates to managing Maintenance and Support Team leadership (placing employees on projects) both consultants and internal Establishing and following a timeline Must have 2+ years of experience with the following: Managing multiple maintenance and development projects simultaneously Managing/directing internal developers and vendor development teams Coordinating and setting meetings, timelines, communications and project expectations Developing project plans Strong candidates will have a PMP CertificationCandidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 12, 2024

Level I Help Desk Specialist (26600)

Help Desk Chicago,  IL | Temp to Perm LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach to IT consulting, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking a local experienced Level I Help Desk Specialist for a contract with potential to hire opportunity with our client in downtown Chicago, IL! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! The Level I Help Desk Specialist will: Provide superior customer service as related to help desk and equipment repair departments. Research problems isolate and resolve less complex calls immediately; refers more complex problems as necessary. Handle problem recognition, research, isolation, resolution, and follow-up for routine user problems, referring more complex problems to supervisor or technical staff. Receive help desk calls, creates trouble tickets, responds to and diagnose problems through discussions with users. Document procedures as required, tracks and monitors all calls to ensure timely resolution. Conducts follow-up calls to customers when necessary. Perform installations and changes to user's workstations and assign requests to another technical staff member as needed. Maintain a moderate level of proficiency in software and applications supported by IT. Assist in miscellaneous tasks as needed. Assist in software and hardware upgrades and new installations. Install personal computers, software, and peripheral equipment. Requirements: Minimum 2 years experience in help desk support and familiarity with help desk ticketing software (esp., ServiceNow). Experience with Win OS, Office 365, Email, and Active Directory (e.g., password resets, new user accounts) Support Exceptional customer service skills, interpersonal skills, proactive approach to communication and collaboration within the team, attention to detail, time management, and ability to function independently as needed. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer Corp to Corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 11, 2024

IT Project Manager (26538)

Project Management Springfield,  IL | Full-time About Us:LRS Web Solutions, the premier web development group in Central Illinois since 1996, is seeking a contract-to-hire IT Project Manager. We specialize in website planning, development, professional graphic design, custom programming, dedicated hosting, and maintenance.Local candidates will be given preference. Responsibilities & Performance Objectives:The IT Project Manager will ensure adherence to company methodology and compliance standards while managing the development team, project scope, schedule, budget, and reporting. They will create and update detailed project plans, identifying tasks, dependencies, and timelines, and provide consistent project status updates to managers and key stakeholders. The role involves communicating evolving scope, schedule, and budget data to stakeholders, establishing and maintaining schedules, driving activities, identifying risks and dependencies, and developing mitigation strategies. Regular meetings with the program manager and stakeholders are required, as well as effectively coordinating technical and non-technical resources to deliver project work in a timely and cost-effective manner.This position is a 1-year assignment with a potential for permanent employment. You will be based at our corporate headquarters in Springfield, Illinois. At each of our LRS offices, we have a casual dress environment that our employees enjoy, and we offer a hybrid, two days a week work from home option as well. Requirements: 5+ years of experience as a Project Coordinator or Manager. Having Technical Project Manager experience will make you a stronger candidate. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-stress environment. Expertise in project management methodologies and tools. Proven experience managing projects using Agile methodologies. Demonstrated experience in delivering complex projects. Strong communication skills in English (both written and verbal). You must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer without sponsorship. (There are no visa sponsorships available for this position). Organization Structure and Interfaces:The LRS Web Solutions group consists of Account Representatives, Graphic Designers, Front End Web Developers, Web Application Developers, Project Managers, Network Consultants, a User Experience Specialist, an Administrative Assistant, and Manager. The team is based in Springfield, Illinois but serves clients nationwide. You will report to the Manager of Web Services.Salary range: $80,000-$100,000 annually plus paid overtime and full benefits. This range represents the low and high for this position. The salary will vary depending on factors including, but not limited to, experience and performance.For additional information about LRS, please visit jobs.lrs.com. LRS is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, or protected veteran status.#LI-GM1
Added Nov 11, 2024

Paint and Fiberglass Assistant (26487)

 Fort Myers Beach,  FL | Full-time The Paint and Fiberglass Assistant will assist with fiberglass repairs and fabrication, and paint and gel coat restoration and preservation. Vessel detailing, bottom preparation, and painting will also fall under this classification as needed. Duties and Responsibilities: Assist with the execution of approved work as a hands-on technician Wash and prepare vessels in preparation for top-coat treatment and apply compounds and waxes appropriate for each substrate Buff, wax, and final wash-down after the job is complete, and pre-delivery prep Assist with fiberglass fabrication and repair – both structural as well as cosmetic Assist with Awlgrip paint work on full yacht paint projects, blends, and repairs. Assist with detailing as needed Work with the bottom crew with the preparation and painting of boat bottoms Effective communication skills are needed to work with fellow employees, management, and occasionally conversing with the customers. Work with the parts manager to identify needed supplies. Ability to follow directions in a professional manner. Maintain and turn in appropriate paperwork with regard to time and materials used on each job Candidate Requirements: At least one year of field experience in fiberglass repair and fabrication At least one year of field experience in paint restoration and application Experience in using volatile organic compounds and other toxic chemicals including, but not limited to: acetone, styrene, epoxy resin, polyester resin, vinylester resin and gelcoats, MEK peroxide, paint thinners, and other specialty topside paint products and additives Experience in applying finishes using manual and pneumatic (spray) applications Experience using both Awlgrip & Awlgrip 2000. Experience in the application of various compounds & waxes using manual or mechanical processes Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Overall knowledge of fiberglass, gelcoat, and paint finishes Ability to recognize different exterior coatings and how to treat and service each one Ability to recognize and know when to ask for assistance Ability to protect work area, as well as be aware of how ongoing work affects vessels and structures in the immediate vicinity of the work being executed Ability to operate gasoline and electrical compressors, and be familiar with their maintenance needs Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs on a regular basis to move buckets of water, ladders, supplies, and maneuver electric polisher. Must also be able to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs on an occasional basis to move items on a vessel such as furniture. Valid Florida Drivers License with a clean driving record. An unsatisfactory driving record would contain infractions worse than minor traffic violations. Physical Requirements: Ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel Perform prolonged standing Ability to turn head from side to side and about the vertical axis Ability to turn body at the waist from side to side and about the vertical axis Lift/push/pull a battery weighing 59 pounds without assistance on a regular basis Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs on a regular basis to move buckets of water, ladders, supplies, and maneuver electric polisher. Must also be able to lift and maneuver up to 50 lbs on an occasional basis to move items on a vessel such as furniture. Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps) to access vessels and vessel equipment Ability to work at heights above 12 feet, while working from a ladder, scaffolding, and/or lifts to access vessels and vessel equipment Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment Demonstrate good balance while working on uneven surfaces and maneuvering obstacles Possess sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment Ability to utilize personal protective equipment (closed-toe shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety lines, floatation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards Ability to withstand cold and hot temperatures Ability to work in inclement weather conditions including heat, humidity, and sun Able to work in an environment where you are occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals Ability to enter small spaces, openings, and work in confined spaces for prolonged periods of time Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands Able to utilize adequate visual skills Able to work within an environment where the noise level is usually loud Ability to fully extend the arm or arms while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side, and reaching down with tools and/or equipment Ability to perceive attributes of an object/materials such as size, shape, temperature, and texture Observe all safety signs, notices and understand safety procedures, and attend safety meetings Close-toe shoes are required in the entire service facility when walking outside the administration offices, as well as safety glasses and PPE Disclaimer The above information in this description is a summary of the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification and may not reflect a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities. DYS is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. The hourly pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.00 plus full benefits. The compensation will be determined depending on factors including, but not limited to, experience and performance.
Added Nov 08, 2024

Marina Yard Worker/Laborer (26599)

 Fort Myers Beach,  FL | Full-time Diversified Yacht Services, Inc. is seeking a skilled Marina Yard Worker/Laborer to perform various tasks in the boatyard, including prepping vessel bottoms for paint jobs, assisting with cosmetic detailing, and other duties as outlined below.A qualified Marina Yard Worker will be a self-starter and a dedicated worker knowledgeable in the Marine and Boating Industry.Core Responsibilities:The person should be flexible to fulfill the various tasks in the boat yard including, but not limited to the following: Pressure washing, media blasting, scraping, and sanding vessel bottoms and running gear. Applying bottom and running gear paint. Washing and drying customer’s vessels, including polishing glass and waxing by hand or with an electric polisher. Cleaning and detailing vessel interiors, including dusting, vacuuming, mopping, steam-cleaning carpets and upholstery, and cleaning heads, galleys, and engine rooms. Assisting with travel lift and forklift operations. Performing building maintenance as assigned. Applicant Requirements: One year of marina yard work experience preferred, including skills such as working with underwater/running gear, topside and/or bottom paint, fiberglass and/or gelcoat, varnishing, and woodworking. Experience with hand and power tools. One year of hands-on physical work experience. Valid Florida Driver’s License with a clean driving record. An unsatisfactory driving record would contain infractions worse than minor traffic violations. Permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer (no visa sponsorships available). The following experience and skills will make you a stronger candidate: Knowledge of rigging and de-rigging vessels and proper allocation and inventory of parts. Ability to operate and secure a vessel. Performance Factors:This person should be able to work unsupervised, maintain a professional appearance, and be a team player. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of detailing products appropriate for use on boats and the ability to identify and obtain these products through the Parts Department. Candidates should possess strong verbal communication skills to work effectively with fellow employees, the Parts Department, management, and occasionally customers. It is essential to communicate effectively in English (both written and verbal) to report investigation results and make recommendations for successful repairs. To perform the daily work of a Boatyard Worker, you must meet certain physical requirements: Ability to bend, squat, stoop, crawl, and kneel. Prolonged standing. Ability to turn head and body from side to side and about the vertical axis. Lift/push/pull a battery weighing 59 pounds without assistance (on an occasional basis). Lift and hold overhead 14 lbs on a frequent basis to maneuver a buffer. Ability to climb stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps safely. Must have the ability to climb in a safe manner (climbing as a minimum includes stairs, scaffolding, ladders, and ramps) Work at heights above 12 feet, while working from a ladder, scaffolding, and/or lifts to work on the top part of the vessel. Work on ladders, scaffolding, and on top of the vessels while hauled out. Demonstrate the ability to safely and appropriately use required tools and equipment. Maintain good balance on uneven surfaces. Sufficient handgrip and coordination to carry and operate tools and equipment, and the ability to grip and maneuver an electric polisher. Ability to reach above the head, and have repetitive motion in a circular, up and down, back and forth, and side to side motion with upper extremities to work electric sanders and polishers. Utilize personal protective equipment (closed-toe shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs, goggles, respirator, safety harness, safety lines, floatation gear, etc.) safely per OSHA standards. Withstand cold and hot temperatures and work in inclement weather. Ability to work in an environment where you are occasionally exposed to fumes and/or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. Work in confined spaces and hard-to-reach areas for prolonged periods of time. Able to respond to verbal and audible sounds/commands. Able to utilize adequate visual skills. Work in an environment where the noise level is usually loud. Ability to fully extend the arm or arms while reaching overhead, reaching out, reaching to the side, and reaching down with tools and/or equipment. Perceive attributes of objects/materials such as size, shape, temperature, and texture. Observe all safety signs, notices, procedures, and attend safety meetings. It's required to wear close-toe shoes, safety glasses, and PPE in the entire service facility, when walking outside the administration offices. Disclaimer The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. Diversified Yacht Services, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. Salary range: The hourly pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.00 plus full benefits. The compensation will be determined depending on factors including, but not limited to, experience and performance.
Added Nov 07, 2024

Oracle Back-End Developer (26598)

 Rosemont,  IL | Contract LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! LRS Consulting Services is seeking an Oracle Back-End Developer for a hybrid onsite contract with our client in the Rosemont, IL area! Responsibilities: Develop, maintain, and optimize complex PL/SQL code to support back-end database functionalities and application requirements. Collaborate with application and front-end teams to integrate PL/SQL code seamlessly with front-end components. Design, develop, and enhance applications in Oracle APEX, working closely with business analysts and stakeholders to ensure alignment with requirements. Perform code reviews and optimize database performance, addressing any identified bottlenecks. Provide documentation and technical support for database solutions, ensuring compliance with best practices and standards. Troubleshoot and resolve database-related issues promptly to maintain high system performance and availability. Other responsibilities as assigned Requirements: 5+ years of hands-on experience with PL/SQL development in an Oracle environment. Experience with Oracle APEX or relatable "low code" platforms (e.g., Salesforce, MS PowerApps, ServiceNow, Mendix, etc.) for rapid application development. Experience with IDE platforms for PL/SQL Development such as Toad or Sublime. Strong understanding of relational database concepts and query optimization. Familiarity and basic proficiency with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.#LI-DS1
Added Nov 07, 2024

Senior Application Specialist (26597)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Temp to Perm Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Senior Application Specialist with our client in Minneapolis, MN. What is the opportunity? In this position, you would partner with IT, operations teams, and business stakeholders to assess, analyze, and recommend business and technical solutions. You also would lead the teams through design and development and ensure the solution is properly implemented from end-to-end. If you like taking back-end systems from where they are to a newer, better target state, this is the position for you.What will you do? Work collaboratively with solution architects, business analysts, project managers, and technical leads to design solutions for different back-office processes Develop and present solution alternatives along with recommendations to business stakeholders, executives, and senior management Recommend best mix of standard functionality, configuration and custom development, interfacing applications and third-party vendor solutions to meet business requirements and project objectives Help project delivery team with what cross commits need to do from ideation to launch Work with one or more of our back-office vendor systems to determine technical requirements and documentation Identify functional issues and risks and develop/recommend mitigation strategies Configure systems solution and develop functional specifications when needed based on business requirements Documents new builds and transitions to production support team Requirements: 3+ years of experience in IS/IT or Financial Security Reference Data systems Ability to research and document current technical state of systems end-to-end through talking with users, other tech teams, and documentation Strong systems and process analysis and documentation skills Strong visual and verbal communication skills College degree or sufficient related work experience Nice-to-have Bachelor’s degree in business administration or quantitative / analytical field Experience working in a team environment Experience with project development process of baselining and managing changes Experience with financial/wealth management industry Experience with financial security reference data Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 07, 2024

Network Administrator (26596)

 Overland Park,  KS | Contract Looking for more than just another assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Network Administrator for a contract to hire, hybrid onsite/remote, with our client in Overland Park, KSResponsibilities: Maintain networking hardware and software, with a focus on Cisco routers and switches. Document network configurations and maintain detailed records of network topology changes. Respond to network incidents and outages, providing swift resolution to maintain operational efficiency. Participate in the planning and execution of network-related projects, such as system upgrades, expansions, and new implementations, with a focus on Cisco solutions. Provide technical support and troubleshooting for networking issues. Monitoring and supporting Wi-Fi. Apply knowledge of networking fundamentals and security concepts to collaborate with network teams and ensure cohesive infrastructure management. Requirements: 2+ years of experience trouble shooting routers and switches Network+ and CCNA certifications are a plus. Proven experience with network administration, especially in environments utilizing Cisco, technologies. Proficiency in managing firewall and network security appliances. Familiarity with Cisco ACI Fabric is preferredExperience with Cisco WebEx is highly desired LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 05, 2024

IT Project Manager (26595)

 Springfield,  IL | Temp to Perm Time to get to work! LRS Consulting Services is seeking an experienced Sr. IT Project Manager for our client in Central Illinois. This is a 6-month contract to hire opportunity for the right person. If you’re that person, if you have the Project Management expertise that we need, submit your resume now! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts, combined with your technical expertise, equals career possibilities for you. So let’s get to work! Requirements:Must have 5+ years of experience with the following: Project management experience Risk Management as it relates to managing Maintenance, Support and Application Development projects/resources MS Project or other Project Management Tools Creating project deliverables using the project management software Agile or Waterfall Methodology experience Managing requirements as it relates to project/resource deliverables Documentation and Implementation as it relates to managing Maintenance and Support Team leadership (placing employees on projects) both consultants and internal Establishing and following a timeline Must have 2+ years of experience with the following: Managing multiple maintenance and development projects simultaneously Managing/directing internal developers and vendor development teams Coordinating and setting meetings, timelines, communications and project expectations Developing project plans Strong candidates will have a PMP CertificationCandidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 05, 2024

Software Engineer II (26594)

 Kansas City,  KS | Temp to Perm LRS Consulting Services is seeking an experienced OT Security Engineer for an exciting contract to hire opportunity with a client of ours in Kansas City, KS. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts combined with your technical expertise equals career possibilities for you. So let’s get to work! Description:As an Operational Technology (OT) Security Engineer, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain robust cybersecurity guardrails that protect DFA’s manufacturing capabilities from cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.Job Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in the design, monitoring, and enforcement of cybersecurity standards, procedures, and controls for manufacturing plant environments. This may include physical security measures, network segmentation, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems. Work with manufacturing sites, engineering, and IT teams to analyze existing OT architecture and ensure seamless integration of cybersecurity measures across the organization's plant facilities and operations. Develop and maintain OT-specific cybersecurity documentation, including risk registers, dashboards, and detailed reports, to clearly communicate the OT risk posture to relevant stakeholders. Assess and analyze current security architectures to identify vulnerabilities and develop enhanced protections. Develop and implement an ongoing vulnerability detection and remediation program for OT systems and oversee vulnerability testing Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments on OT systems and networks using frameworks like NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and ISA/IEC 62443 to identify vulnerabilities and implement effective mitigation strategies. Continuously monitor OT networks and systems for unusual activities and potential security breaches using advanced monitoring tools and techniques. Develop and maintain an incident response plan for OT-related cybersecurity incidents, including detection, response, and recovery procedures. Engage in continuous improvement of cybersecurity risk management policies, procedures, and tools, focusing on enhancing the OT security framework at DFA. Conduct training sessions and awareness programs for employees to promote cybersecurity best practices and ensure compliance with security policies. Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to OT cybersecurity. Education and Experience Required: Bachelor’s degree in information security, computer science or other related field (work experience may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis) Minimum of 3 years’ work experience in information security, information technology, or industrial control systems (ICS) engineering Basic understanding of both Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), Windows based PC’s and VM’s and industrial network architectures and how to effectively apply these technologies to a dairy manufacturing environment. Experience in industrial control systems (ICS) security is highly desirable Experience with selecting, designing, architecting, and deploying security technologies to an OT/ICS environment. Demonstrated understanding of OT/ICS critical infrastructure, including an understanding of threats, vulnerabilities, attack paths, and exploits in an OT/ICS environment. Proficiency in cybersecurity technologies, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, antivirus software, network administration and monitoring tools, and server architecture and administration concepts. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of common cybersecurity threats such as denial of service, ransomware, etc. and approaches to mitigate threats Capability of applying relevant cybersecurity standards and framework (NIST Cybersecurity Framework, NIST 800-82 for Industrial Control Systems, ISA-62443, etc.) Understanding of security controls necessary to protect both on-premises and cloud-based platforms (AWS, Azure) and applications including Active Directory, Windows server and desktop, etc. Familiarity with various SCADA system platform architectures, PLC programming and architectures, and HMI programming and architectures Exceptional technical knowledge of current network technologies, protocols and standards Knowledge and understanding of system flow charts, data processing concepts, and telecommunications principles Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts, policies, and procedures to individuals with a varying range of expertise, interests and backgrounds. Demonstrated ability to influence others, work effectively, and communicate effectively at all levels with operations, design, projects, vendors, peers, etc. Able to accurately articulate the requirements and priorities of both IT and OT stakeholders Ability to work with attention to detail and to accurately document work activities undertaken Able to conduct research into networking issues and products as required Able to prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment and make sound decisions in emergency situations Proven ability to identify areas for process improvement, and then create and execute a plan for improvement. Able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment actively identify and communicate emerging security threats and industry trends LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.#LI-KZ1
Added Nov 05, 2024

Web Application Developer (26535)

Web Developer Springfield,  IL | Full-time About Us:LRS Web Solutions, the premier web development group in Central Illinois since 1996, is seeking two Web Application Developers. We specialize in website planning, development, professional graphic design, custom programming, dedicated hosting, and maintenance. We are seeking two placements for this contract-to-hire position as a Web Application Developer to join our team. Local candidates will be given preference. Responsibilities and Performance Objectives:As a Web Application Developer, you will develop robust, secure, and user-friendly web applications using .NET, SQL Server, HTML, JavaScript, and CSS. You will contribute to our CMS product and modules and assist with LRS Corporate websites. Your role involves integrating customer content with professional graphics and custom-built applications. Providing excellent customer service and maintaining communication with clients and team members is crucial. You will collaborate with developers, designers, salespeople, and project managers to deliver high-quality solutions. Your performance objectives include creating error-free, robust, and user-friendly web applications that are fast-loading, easy to navigate, cross-browser compatible, and aesthetically pleasing. You will respond to client requests and complaints in a friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable manner, and work cooperatively with the team, sharing information proactively to produce excellent products and services.This position is a 1-year assignment with a potential for permanent employment. You will be based at our corporate headquarters in Springfield, Illinois. At each of our LRS offices, we have a casual dress environment that our employees enjoy, and we offer a hybrid, two days a week work from home option as well. Requirements: Minimum of 4 years of experience developing web-based solutions using Microsoft Technologies. Strong database design and object-oriented programming skills. Experience building web applications using ASP.NET. Full stack development skills with HTML and CSS. Experience with Agile development methodology and Azure DevOps. VB.NET experience, Entity Framework, and Dependency Injection are a plus. Self-motivated and able to work collaboratively in a multi-disciplinary team. You must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer without sponsorship. (There are no visa sponsorships available for this position). Success Keys: Quickly learn LRS Web Solutions’ processes, services, and products. Become proficient with our Content Management System, LRS Antilles. Work within a team to produce outstanding solutions. Deliver exceptional work on time and within budget. Stay current on web development trends to meet client needs. Organization Structure and Interfaces:The LRS Web Solutions group consists of Account Representatives, Graphic Designers, Front End Web Developers, Web Application Developers, Project Managers, Network Consultants, a User Experience Specialist, an Administrative Assistant, and Manager. The team is based in Springfield, Illinois but serves clients nationwide. You will report to the Manager of Web Services.Salary range: $90,000-$110,000 annually plus paid overtime and full benefits. This range represents the low and high for this position. The salary will vary depending on factors including, but not limited to, experience and performance.For additional information about LRS, please visit jobs.lrs.com. LRS is an equal-opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, or protected veteran status.#LI-TK1
Added Nov 04, 2024

PCI QSA Consultant (Remote, up to $165k, must be Certified QSA) (26584)

 charlotte,  nc | Permanent LRS Consulting Services is seeking a PCI QSA Consultant for an exciting direct hire opportunity with a client of ours remotely. Salary is up to $165k; must be a Certified QSA. Responsibilities · Work with a team to perform security assessments against industry frameworks, including Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Assessments (DSS). · Use your professional experience in risk management, compliance, and information security to produce high quality reports (e.g., SAQ, ROC, AOC) document PCI compliance posture of level 2, level 3, and level 4 merchants and level 2 service providers. · Take ownership of the assessment leveraging assistance from your team. · Assist clients with meeting their compliance objectives by assessing people, processes, and technology. · Perform security analysis to make remediation recommendations to assist clients in bringing their security program in alignment with the DSS. · Leverage your assessment skills, security knowledge, and audit experience. Qualifications · Must have a current QSA certification from the PCI Security Standards Council. · Must have 2+ years prior consulting experience leading client engagements. · Deep understanding of PCI-DSS 4.0.x and working knowledge of earlier version requirements. · Ability to conduct through assessments defining scope, conducting interviews, observing operational processes, and collecting evidence to formally substantiate a compliance position. · Strong consulting skills with the ability to work autonomously. · Strong report writing skills, including clear concise security analysis and recommendations. · Strong communication skills with SME, business partners, leadership, and IS/IT.Must be a Certified PCI QSAStrong attention to detail. Ability to multitask. Work closely with your team to produce high quality deliverables. Willingness to travel to client site, as needed (typically less than 20%). Experience with security technologies including IDS/IPS, firewalls, SIEM, cloud, anti-malware. Working knowledge of security standards and frameworks including but not limited to: OWASP, ISO 27001 and NIST. BA or BS in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or equivalent experience. An understanding of the GRC process is helpful. LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status. #LI-MJ1
Added Nov 01, 2024

AI Developer (26591)

 Chicago,  IL | Contract LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! LRS Consulting Services is seeking an AI Developer for a hybrid onsite contract with our client in downtown Chicago, IL! Responsibilities: Develop scalable, efficient AI/ML solutions utilizing AWS and Azure AI/ML services (e.g., Amazon SageMaker, Azure Machine Learning). Implement AI/ML algorithms, models, and frameworks tailored to application requirements and data characteristics. Design and manage robust data pipelines for AI/ML workloads, collaborating with data engineers and scientists. Leverage pre-built AI tools and packages to create customized RAG applications, enhancing capabilities for chatbots, document analysis, and image recognition. Model Development and Training: Develop, train, and optimize AI/ML models using cloud-based services (e.g., SageMaker Notebooks, Azure Machine Learning Notebooks). Perform testing and evaluation to ensure high model quality and performance, exploring different architectures and optimization methods. Employ distributed training and cloud-based GPUs for scalable, efficient model training. Model Deployment and Monitoring: Deploy AI/ML models to production environments on AWS and Azure using services like SageMaker Inference and Azure Machine Learning Deployments. Establish monitoring and automated retraining pipelines to ensure model accuracy and relevance over time. Optimize deployments for scalability, performance, and cost-efficiency, collaborating with DevOps on CI/CD pipelines. Build end-user applications, including RAG-based solutions for chatbots and document/image review systems. Integrate APIs and commercial AI tools to create functional, user-focused applications with an emphasis on productivity and ease of use. Utilize Co-pilot and similar tools to accelerate development and enhance application functionality. Provision and manage cloud resources (e.g., virtual machines, storage) for AI/ML workloads, following best practices for security, governance, and cost optimization. Monitor cloud-based AI/ML systems to ensure high availability, optimal performance, and prompt troubleshooting support. Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, software engineers, and business stakeholders, to align AI/ML solutions with business objectives. Effectively communicate technical concepts and project updates to both technical and non-technical audiences. Contribute to the development and refinement of the organization’s AI/ML standards, best practices, and guidelines. Optional Advanced Topics: Other responsibilities as assigned Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field. 3+ years of experience developing and deploying AI/ML solutions on cloud platforms, including AWS and Azure. Hands-on experience with AWS (e.g., Amazon SageMaker, Amazon Rekognition) or Azure AI/ML services (e.g., Azure Cognitive Services). Proficiency in Python and experience with AI/ML frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn). Familiarity with RAG applications and Co-pilot tools. Proficiency in API integration preferred. Proficiency in containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) preferred. Knowledge of cloud infrastructure management, data pipelines, and preprocessing for AI/ML preferred. Strong problem-solving skills and collaboration abilities. LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.#LI-DS1
Added Nov 01, 2024

Telecom Engineer II (26590)

 Springfield,  IL | CTH LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Sr. Telecom Engineer II for a 6+ month contract to hire opportunity with our client in Central Illinois! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you!Job Duties: The Telecom Engineer II will be a Systems engineer with strong Avaya telecommunications system and network experience, as well as some Windows operating system skills Monitor and respond to hardware and software problems utilizing hardware and software testing tools and techniques Perform standard Avaya Communication Manager Administration and installation of, including but not limited to Avaya Modular messaging, VAL manager, Avaya Site manager, VOIP, media gateways, design installation and management of telecommunications systems and telecommunication circuits Experienced in telecommunication and network system security and system performance enhancements in a large-scale Avaya enterprise Responsible for backups and restores, test and develop of disaster recovery procedures and documentation Works with Telecommunications Analyst, Telecommunication Technicians and Enterprise Network support teams to provide support for production and non-production systems Interfaces with application development and vendor support service groups to ensure proper escalation during outages or periods of degraded system performance Installs server hardware, software and provides data communications support Ensures that integrity, availability and accessibility of the network infrastructure are maximized Ensures that the enterprise network infrastructure is cost-effective and that the network services provided are strategically aligned to long-term MHS goals Responsible for integration of all networking equipment and applications to ensure smooth and seamless flow of information and data across the entire enterprise network Support on-going analysis of performance, availability, and maintainability of the enterprise network to ensure superior results Troubleshoot, identify and implement corrective measures as appropriate to ensure issues are resolved before system operation is threatened or critical problems arise Assist in developing and maintaining policies, procedures, and models based on industry best practice. Update as required on a timely basis Participate in Technical reviews of new technologies and upgrades to assist in planning and timing of implementation to ensure improvements are achieved and planned benefits are realized as anticipated with minimal impact and interruption to user community Work proactively with system users to identify opportunities for increased functionality to improve staff efficiency and effectiveness. Implement improvements as necessary Qualifications: 4+ years' experience in Avaya Telecommunication required. Experience must include standard network protocols TCP/IP, DHCP, telnet, FTP, TFTP, SSH, PPP, and SNMP, Avaya Call Center software and reporting tools, and experience in test and development of disaster recovery procedures and documentation 3+ years of experience of cabling experience, cable management Previous applied knowledge specific to Avaya hardware and software systems such as Avaya s8800, s8500, s8300 servers and software VOIP media gateways, Avaya Modular Messaging, CXM Call Recording, ECAS Call Accounting, Spectralink wireless VOIP phones, Vocera VOIP wireless Phones and servers, LAN/WAN networks, Microsoft Windows Server / Desktop OS and network protocols is required Previous applied knowledge of Cisco Enterprise Data networking hardware and software Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to consistently exercise sound judgment and initiative in all circumstances, including very stressful situations Must also be able to effectively manage competing priorities Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff both in and outside of IT essential as well as experience in dealing with and managing proper escalation of critical service calls with vendor support to ensure timely and appropriate resolution to system issues Demonstrated dedication to a positive attitude and strong customer service support Proficiency in creating appropriate system documentation is essential Must possess strong skills in personal diplomacy and customer service and consistently demonstrate a high level of motivation, commitment to teamwork, professionalism and trustworthiness Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer Corp to Corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 01, 2024

Telecom Engineer (26589)

 Springfield,  Illinois | CTH LRS Consulting Services is seeking an experienced Telecom Engineer I for a 6+ month contract to hire opportunity with our client in Central Illinois! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! Job Duties: Performs routine Move’s, Adds and Changes to the AVAYA telecommunication system and system adjuncts Requires knowledge of AVAYA communication product’s, protocols, hardware and system programming Work with users to define needs or provide training in proper use of equipment and services Assists in the design, development, testing and training of AVAYA communications software and hardware Involved in the implementation, training and testing of communications projects Work with vendor support groups to ensure proper escalation during outages or periods of degraded system performance Must be a self-starter and able to work on complex issues in a team environment Needs to have a working knowledge of structured cabling in both the telecom and data networking environments Ensures that integrity, availability and accessibility of the network infrastructure are maximized Ensures that the enterprise network infrastructure is cost-effective and that the network services provided are strategically aligned to long-term MHS goals Responsible for integration of all networking equipment and applications to ensure smooth and seamless flow of information and data across the entire enterprise network Support on-going analysis of performance, availability, and maintainability of the enterprise network to ensure superior results Troubleshoot, identify and implement corrective measures as appropriate to ensure issues are resolved before system operation is threatened or critical problems arise Assist in developing and maintaining policies, procedures, and models based on industry best practice. Update as required on a timely basis Participate in Technical reviews of new technologies and upgrades to assist in planning and timing of implementation to ensure improvements are achieved and planned benefits are realized as anticipated with minimal impact and interruption to user community Qualifications: 3+ years' experience in the telecommunications industry preferred 3+ years of experience of cabling experience, cable management 3+ years of experience with supporting PC’s, peripherals, etc. Knowledge of AVAYA communication manager, AVAYA Modular Messaging, AVAYA Call Center software, Ecas call accounting, Trunking from a LEC T1, POTS, loop start, ground start Trunking, Data Networking basics, and structured cabling principles is preferred Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to consistently exercise sound judgment and initiative in all circumstances, including very stressful situations. Must also be able to effectively manage competing priorities Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff both in and outside of IT essential as well as experience in dealing with and managing proper escalation of critical service calls with vendor support to ensure timely and appropriate resolution to system issues Demonstrated dedication to a positive attitude and strong customer service support Demonstrated technical and business written and verbal skills required. Proficiency in creating appropriate system documentation is essential Must possess strong skills in personal diplomacy and customer service and consistently demonstrate a high level of motivation, commitment to teamwork, professionalism and trustworthiness Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer Corp to Corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 01, 2024

Account Executive, IT Consulting Services (26399)

Sales Minneapolis,  Minnesota | Full-time LRS Consulting Services is looking for a seasoned Account Executive to join our team in our Minneapolis branch! Our aggressive growth plans have created an exciting opportunity for the right salesperson looking to chart their course and create their success. Consulting Services is the IT/Engineering staffing division of Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. (LRS). As a global leader in information technology, LRS has earned a reputation for valuing employees and providing opportunities for career growth. Compensation for this role includes a base salary plus a rewarding commission plan. We offer a hybrid work model with work-from-home (WFH) options on Monday and Friday. Account Executives serve as the primary face-to-face contact for key accounts in the greater Minneapolis area. These accounts will include both prospects and existing customers. Your goal will be to secure the sale of information technology services and solutions within these accounts. This position offers substantial professional growth opportunities. Performance objectives for this position: Meet or exceed your sales plan goal: Achieve the annual minimum gross profit sales objective based on your region through closed staffing sales. Learn and execute LRS’ sales methodology: Understand the value of our staffing services and schedule targeted face-to-face meetings within the first 3 months via telephone, in-person, and social media. Create a pipeline of service opportunities: Develop a pipeline by the end of the first five months to meet the required weekly staffing requirements and monthly wins. Stay current on IT and Engineering needs: Manage relationships within your territory to understand and address customers' needs, maintaining ongoing dialogue with customers and prospects. Develop relationships with new and potential clients: Handle follow-up calls and meetings efficiently to move prospects towards closing business, converting meeting information into new sales opportunities. Maintain and utilize electronic records: Keep accurate records of clients and opportunities in our ATS, reviewing them with LRS management during periodic territory reviews. Your success will be measured by your ability to close contracts and achieve your gross profit goal, with interim progress determined by your ability to manage and advance opportunities with decision-makers. Candidate Requirements: Minimum of three years of staff augmentation sales experience for enterprise-level companies. Effective written and verbal communication skills. Must have permanent authorization to work in the USA. No visa sponsorship is available. Must reside in Minneapolis area and be willing to work from that office on days they are not working from home or visiting customers. Preferred Qualifications: Prior IT staffing experience. Account experience within the territory for this position. Consideration for candidates with at least five years of technology solution sales experience in lieu of staffing augmentation. What LRS will provide you: Aggressive earning potential. The opportunity to join one of the industry's fastest-growing and highly regarded staffing firms. Over 40 years of successful business and streamlined processes based on industry best practices. A fast-paced, performance-based organization that publicly and financially rewards its employees for high success. Hands-on executive management team dedicated to the organization's and its employees' overall success. Superior technology and state-of-the-art ATS and CRM. Organization Structure and Interfaces: A Sr. Vice President manages the LRS Consulting Services Group. You will be part of a team that includes Account Executives, Recruiters, and Office Administrators, and will report to the area branch manager. LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. Salary range: $100k -150k+ total compensation. This salary range represents base salary, draw, and on-target earnings in the first year. The base salary will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience and performance. The total compensation will vary depending on performance and has the potential for substantially more than the range posted. The range listed is just one component of LRS’ total compensation package for employees. #LI-TK1
Added Oct 29, 2024

Sr. .NET Developer (26579)

 Fort Worth,  TX | Temp to Perm LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach to IT consulting, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Software Engineer for a contract to hire opportunity with our client in Fort Worth, TX.The Sr. Software Engineer is a leader across the development organization. They work closely with members across teams and with business owners and leaders. In conjunction with development responsibilities, the Software Engineer establishes and champions best practices and processes for development and SDLC. They work alongside Architect and Consultant roles to define, lead, and assist in vision and design of business solutions, and they are drivers of improvement for our processes and technical practices. A Software Consultant is a person who needs little to no supervision or oversight. They are self-motivated individuals who have strong time management skills which facilitate working on special interest initiatives.What will you be doing? Works alongside the architect and consultant roles to define the vision and solutions Leads team members in solution designs and work breakdown Participates in all phases of the software development lifecycle Preparation and execution of test plans (unit, integration and functional) Leads effort to create and document deployment and release plans Establishes and champions the coding and design standards/best practices Communicate and work alongside members of their team in support of their day-to-day work items Works with business partners to ensure alignment between the ask and the output Works across teams to drive technical and procedural improvements Performs peer reviews and sign-off for other team member’s work to ensure adherence to defined development standards Key player and leader in an Agile environment, participating in daily huddles, sprint planning, retrospectives, etc. Continued education of business processes by engaging business partners Mentors junior team members in best practices and standards Serve as an escalation point for other team members on technical issues Works with architect and consultant roles to evaluate new technologies that will define parts of the development technology roadmap Leads Community of Practices or other internal training opportunities within the development group Leads troubleshooting processes to determine root cause analysis Responsible for performing business and technical knowledge transfer with their peers Continued education to learn additional technologies, agile processes, programming languages, industry best practices and tools that are needed. Education • Required – Bachelor’s degree Work Experience • 6 - 12+ years’ experience Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Preferred – Expert knowledge of programming languages all 3 tiers (UI, API, DBMS) • Required – Salesforce development experience • Required – Expert knowledge of SQL or comparable data querying language • Required – Expert knowledge of Git and Development IDE • Required – Extensive experience with web and cloud platforms (Azure Preferred) • Required – Solid Knowledge of DevOps tools and mindset • Required – Solid Knowledge of HTML5/CSS3 • Required – Solid Experience with REST and SOAP services • Required – Application of SOLID design principles within solutions • Required – Test Driven Development Experience • Required – Visio or comparable drawing tool • Required – Work alongside others and be a team player • Required – Ability to lead a team’s efforts and direction • Required – Up to date with latest programming trends, techniques and technologies • Preferred – Knowledge of infrastructure and networking concepts • Preferred – Infrastructure as Code LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Oct 29, 2024

Sr. .NET Developer (26578)

 Fort Worth,  TX | Temp to Perm LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach to IT consulting, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Software Engineer for a contract to hire opportunity with our client in Fort Worth, TX.The Sr. Software Engineer is a leader across the development organization. They work closely with members across teams and with business owners and leaders. In conjunction with development responsibilities, the Software Engineer establishes and champions best practices and processes for development and SDLC. They work alongside Architect and Consultant roles to define, lead, and assist in vision and design of business solutions, and they are drivers of improvement for our processes and technical practices. A Software Consultant is a person who needs little to no supervision or oversight. They are self-motivated individuals who have strong time management skills which facilitate working on special interest initiatives.What will you be doing? • Works alongside the architect and consultant roles to define the vision and solutions• Leads team members in solution designs and work breakdown• Participates in all phases of the software development lifecycle• Preparation and execution of test plans (unit, integration and functional)• Leads effort to create and document deployment and release plans• Establishes and champions the coding and design standards/best practices• Communicate and work alongside members of their team in support of their day-to-day work items• Works with business partners to ensure alignment between the ask and the output• Works across teams to drive technical and procedural improvements• Performs peer reviews and sign-off for other team member’s work to ensure adherence to defined development standards• Key player and leader in an Agile environment, participating in daily huddles, sprint planning, retrospectives, etc.• Continued education of business processes by engaging business partners• Mentors junior team members in best practices and standards• Serve as an escalation point for other team members on technical issues• Works with architect and consultant roles to evaluate new technologies that will define parts of the development technology roadmap• Leads Community of Practices or other internal training opportunities within the development group• Leads troubleshooting processes to determine root cause analysis• Responsible for performing business and technical knowledge transfer with their peers• Continued education to learn additional technologies, agile processes, programming languages, industry best practices and tools that are needed.Education• Required – Bachelor’s degreeWork Experience• 6 - 12+ years’ experienceRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities• Required – Expert knowledge of programming languages all 3 tiers (UI, API, DBMS)• Required – Expert knowledge of SQL or comparable data querying language• Required – Expert knowledge of Git and Development IDE• Required – Extensive experience with web and cloud platforms (Azure Preferred)• Required – Solid Knowledge of DevOps tools and mindset• Required – Solid Knowledge of HTML5/CSS3• Required – Solid Experience with REST and SOAP services• Required – Application of SOLID design principles within solutions• Required – Test Driven Development Experience• Required – Visio or comparable drawing tool• Required – Work alongside others and be a team player• Required – Ability to lead a team’s efforts and direction• Required – Up to date with latest programming trends, techniques and technologies• Preferred – Knowledge of infrastructure and networking concepts• Preferred – Infrastructure as CodeLRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.#LI-KZ1
Added Oct 28, 2024

Technical Systems Analyst (26577)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Technical Systems Analyst with our client in Minneapolis, MN. As a Technical Systems Analyst, you will collaborate closely with business owners and IT teams to assess, research, and analyze business, technical, and system needs. Your expertise will help us provide effective solutions within our applications. You will manage and drive application enhancements while ensuring the stability of existing systems. Key requirements: Partner with business stakeholders to identify and analyze their needs, translating business requirements into technical solutions. Become proficient in key vendor applications and understand their integration with our systems. Manage and resolve production issues affecting applications promptly. Build strong relationships with our vendors’ technical staff to facilitate communication and issue resolution. Serve as the primary point of contact for communicating application updates to business users and service desks. Represent the IT department in enhancement projects for the applications, ensuring alignment with business objectives. Develop evaluation criteria and participate in the assessment of third-party vendors and software, including conducting due diligence exercises. Qualifications: 8+ years as a Technical Systems Analyst or Application Specialist Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Oct 28, 2024

Senior Data Engineer - Lead (26575)

 Minneapolis,  MN | CTH Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Senior Data Engineer - Lead with our client in Minneapolis, MN. Job Summary: As the Senior Data Engineer Lead, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, development, and maintenance of our data infrastructure. You will lead a team of data engineers, driving best practices in data integration, modeling, and reporting. Your expertise in Snowflake and Databricks will be crucial in optimizing our data pipelines and ensuring data quality. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and implementation of scalable data architectures and pipelines using Snowflake and Databricks. Oversee data integration processes, ensuring seamless data flow from various sources into our data warehouse. Develop and maintain data models to support business intelligence and reporting needs. Implement and manage data cataloging processes to enhance data discoverability and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define data requirements and provide insights through effective data reporting. Mentor and guide junior data engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Stay current with industry trends and technologies, recommending improvements to our data strategy. Ensure data security and compliance with relevant regulations. Qualifications: 10+ years of experience as a Data Engineer, with a strong focus on data architecture and engineering principles. 3+ years of hands-on experience with Snowflake, including data modeling and ETL processes. Proficiency with Databricks is highly desirable. Strong experience in data integration tools and techniques. Expertise in data modeling, data cataloging, and reporting frameworks. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and data warehousing concepts. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex data concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Oct 25, 2024

IT Hardware Asset Management Specialist (26571)

 Lenexa,  KS | Contract LRS Consulting Services is seeking an experienced IT Hardware Asset Management Specialist for an exciting contract opportunity with a client of ours in Lenexa, KS. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts combined with your technical expertise equals career possibilities for you. So, let’s get to work! General Purpose: Support all phases of the enterprise hardware IT asset management (ITAM) process. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Process incoming freight and deliveries documenting assets, provide reporting to IT Asset Management Specialist Ship and track provisioned equipment to/ from end users as needed Perform data analysis to identify data inaccuracies Research missing devices in a line-by-line approach for full discovery of equipment location Support ticketing requests with focus on asset recovery at off-boarding or refresh activities Coordinate reporting for decommissioning of IT asset records Preform audits and regular inventory reviews Support physical stockroom inventory efforts Prepare decommissioned equipment for physical disposal Understand standards and ensure guidelines and controls are maintained Maintain best practices for enterprise ITAM The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Other duties may be assigned as required. Education and Experience Required:1+ years of experience in IT asset managementExperience with multi-location coordination of technical resourcesServiceNow ITAM module experience a plusQualifications: Basic understanding of ITAM standards with a desire to learn Strong Microsoft Excel skills Strong problem-solving ability Excellent customer service skills Able to consider and support both strategic and practical implications for proposed course of action Able to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing Able to interact positively and work effectively with others (interpersonal skills) Able to organize time, energy, and resources effectively to achieve goals (organizational skills) Able to present a positive, energetic, and patient mentoring style Must be able to read, write and speak English LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.#LI-DS1
Added Oct 25, 2024

Senior Data Analyst (26570)

 Overland Park,  KS | CTH LRS Consulting Services is seeking an experienced Senior Data Analyst for an exciting opportunity with a client of ours in Overland Park, KS. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts combined with your technical expertise equals career possibilities for you. So let’s get to work! As a Senior Data Analyst, you have an established track record of building and delivering compelling and actionable data visualizations that drive and support critical business decisions in an agile setting. You’re comfortable querying databases and building dashboards and visualizations on top of various data structures, databases, and from third-party sources. You have developed and maintained complex SQL queries and Python scripts to extract, manipulate, and analyze data from various sources. You are passionate about data and utilizing a variety of tools and technologies to deliver efficient and accurate results. You’ve supported the data visualization and analytics efforts of multiple departments across your organization and have adopted an understanding of the business as a whole in order to provide scalable reporting dashboards that drive results. You thrive working in a fast-paced environment and enjoy collaborating with team members across multiple departments. Responsibilities: Develop data visualizations to support the company’s efforts with internal and external data requests Develop and deliver key analysis on pricing, product, finance, marketing, and more Triage and troubleshoot technical issues that arise, helping to see them through to resolution Work closely with product owners, the development team, and the data and analytics team to flesh out requirements and solution designs Collaborate with peer software engineers and other team members through both high- and low-level technical challenges Develop and implement complex SQL queries and Python scripts to address various business challenges Conduct regular data quality checks to ensure accuracy and integrity of data across various systems Mentor and provide guidance to junior analysts and team members, fostering a collaborative learning environment Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience/technical training 5+ years of experience as a Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, or related role Proven experience with PowerBI, Tableau, or Qlik Strong experience with SQL and relational database concepts (SQL Server) Hands-on experience with Python for data analysis, scripting, and automation Proven ability to work independently or as part of a team Experience in small or medium-sized projects as a lead or SME (subject matter expert) Strong desire to learn Preferred Qualifications: Experience with ETL tools (Azure Data Factory, Talend, or similar) Experience with big data technologies and cloud platforms (preferably Azure) Portfolio of visualizations created in Tableau, Power BI, or similar Experience in deployment automation, CI/CD, IaC Experience with data security, compliance, and encryption Familiarity with machine learning algorithms and techniques Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams Familiarity with the IT consulting industry Levi, Ray & Shoup Consulting Services, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Oct 24, 2024

Technical Recruiter (26572)

Recruiting/Sales St Louis,  MO | Full-time Join our dynamic team! Our IT Staffing division is on the lookout for a Technical Recruiter to spearhead our recruitment efforts. From spotting business opportunities to sourcing top talent, you'll drive our success. As a direct hire recruiter, you'll hunt down, interview, and match skilled tech professionals to our clients' needs, building lasting relationships along the way. This role can be based out of our offices in St. Louis, Dallas, Kansas City, or Nashville and offers a competitive base salary plus commission and the flexibility of a hybrid work model. Responsibilities: Collaborate with the sales team to understand client needs and candidate requirements. Keep a steady stream of potential candidates flowing. Source, screen, interview, and present qualified candidates for various tech positions. Manage candidate testing, tracking, and reference checks. Guide candidates through salary negotiations and offer processes. Maintain and organize candidate data in our applicant database. What LRS Offers: Lucrative earning potential and room for career growth. Opportunities to recruit candidates for local and national positions. Join a rapidly expanding and highly respected staffing firm. Benefit from over 40 years of industry expertise and efficient processes. Thrive in a performance-driven environment with rewards for success. Access hands-on executive support and cutting-edge technology. Candidate Requirements: Minimum 2 years' experience as a technical recruiter, preferably within the IT Staffing industry Minimum 2 years’ experience sourcing candidates Strong written and verbal communication skills. Permanent US work authorization required; no visa sponsorship available. Reporting Structure: You'll report to the Director of Consulting Recruiting within the LRS Consulting Services Group, overseen by our Senior Vice President. Join us and be part of a team committed to success! You can learn more about Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. by visiting LRS® Career Portal LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status. Salary range: $75k -115k+ total compensation. This salary range represents base salary, draw, and on target earnings in the first year. The base salary will vary depending on factors including but not limited to experience and performance. The total compensation will vary depending on performance and has potential for substantially more than the range posted. The range listed is just one component of LRS’ total compensation package for employees. #LI-TK1
Added Oct 23, 2024

Process Automation Engineer (26569)

 Fort Worth,  TX | Temp to Perm LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking an Process Automation Engineer for a contract to hire opportunity with our client in Fort Worth, Tx. Position Summary The Process Automation Engineer is an emerging leader across the development organization and works closely with members of their team and the business, participating in all aspects of the software development lifecycle to create solutions that meet the business need. They are self-motivated individuals that look for opportunities and are excited to grow their business and technical knowledge which in-turn allows their Agile team to deliver business value. The Process Automation Engineer champions best practices and processes for development and the SDLC. They work alongside Architect and Consultant roles and assist in design and vision of business solutions and identify opportunities for improvement for our processes and technical practices. Responsibilities Create or modify solution designs independently which is then broken down into executable pieces of work Participates in all phases of the software development lifecycle Preparation and Execution of tests and test plans (unit, integration and functional) Leads effort around creating and documenting deployment and release plans Adheres and evangelizes coding and design standards/best practices Communicate and work alongside members of their team in support of their day-to-day work items Works with business partners to ensure alignment between the ask and the output Makes recommendations for technical and procedural improvements Performs peer reviews and sign-off for other team member’s work to ensure adherence to defined development standards Key player and leader in an Agile environment, participating in daily huddles, sprint planning, retrospectives, etc Attends Agile team and development group meetings Continued education of processes by engaging business partners Responsible for performing business and technical knowledge transfer with their peers Continued education to learn additional technologies, agile processes, programming languages, industry best practices and tools that are needed Qualifications Third-party candidates will not be considered. Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the US without sponsorship. Education Required – Bachelor’s Degree Work Experience 4+ years’ experience with RPA Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required – RPA Required – UiPath and/or Power Automate Required – Power Platform Required – PDF Scraping (using UiPath and/or Power Automate) Required – Solid knowledge of SQL or comparable data querying language Required – Solid knowledge of Git and Development IDE Required – Work alongside others and be a team player Required – Up to date with latest programming trends, techniques and technologies Preferred - Experience with REST and SOAP services Preferred – Application of SOLID design principles within solutions Preferred – Test Driven Development Experience Preferred – Ability to lead a team’s efforts and direction Preferred – Visio or comparable drawing tool LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status
Added Oct 18, 2024

Business Analyst/QA Tester - onsite, in-person interview - No C2C (26562)

 St. Louis,  MO | Contract LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Quality Assurance Tester for a role with a client of ours based in St. Louis. This role is onsite in St. Louis, MO and requires an in person interview. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! Description: -Must be able to read requirements and take user stories and convert them into test cases and use cases, and execute tests -Perform testing on physical devices, mobile applications -Be able to communicate defects with C-Level executives, give demos, explain issues End to end testing Requirements: At least 2 years of experience performing QA Testing (more preferred) Must be willing to work in a team environment in a collaboration setting Must be willing to work onsite in St. Louis at least 4 days per week Must be willing to do an in person interview Corp to corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.#LI-MJ1
Added Oct 18, 2024

.NET Developer (26558)

 Fort Worth,  TX | Temp to Perm LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach to IT consulting, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Programmer Analyst for a contract to hire opportunity with our client in Fort Worth, Tx.Position SummaryThe Programmer Analyst works closely with members of their team, participating in most aspects of the software development lifecycle, primarily in development, testing and support, to create solutions that meet the business need. They are self-motivated individuals that look for opportunities and are excited to grow their business and technical knowledge which in-turn allows their Agile team to deliver business value.Duties & Responsibilities:What will the employee do in this role? Works alongside team members and independently to create business focused solutions for our field users, home office employees and clients Works with team members to investigate, debug and resolve support issues Focus on development, testing, documentation, and support portions of the development lifecycle Preparation and Execution of tests and test plans (unit, integration and functional) Adheres to coding and design standards/best practices Communicate and work alongside members of their team in support of their day-to-day work items Engages business partners to gain knowledge about business processes Attends Agile team and development group meetings Contributor in the Agile environment, participating in daily huddles, sprint planning, retrospectives, etc. Responsible for performing business and technical knowledge transfer with their peers Continued education to learn additional technologies, programming languages, industry best practices and tools that are needed. Skills & Qualifications:Education Bachelor’s degree Work Experience 2-3 years’ experience Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of a at least one primary programming language actively used (C#, Java, Low Code, Angular, React, JavaScript, PowerShell, HTML/CSS) Knowledge of SQL or comparable data querying language Experienced in API Development (API-Led Connectivity using APIM preferred) Experience working in Azure Portal Experience using Azure DevOps (GitHub repos, CI/CD pipelines) Work alongside others and be a team player Experience working in an agile environment Work alongside others and be a team player Experience using Modern Authentication (SAML, OAuth, Entra ID) Preferred Skills and Abilities: Up to date with latest programming trends, techniques and technologies Experience with web and cloud-based technologies Knowledge of Git and Development IDE Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employerLRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Oct 17, 2024

Senior Network Engineer (26556)

 St. Louis,  MO | Contract LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Senior Network Engineer for a role with a client of ours based in St. Louis. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! Description: The effort is in the plant environment, and it is for a Senior Network Engineer. Our client is updating their network across North America. The refresh will include new switches, end points, etc., and high-level troubleshooting of any issues that arise throughout that process. Will be campus style upgrades. Heavy Cisco environment.Requirements: At least 7 years of experience as a Network Engineer Must have strong Cisco experience Must have experience working on migration or upgrade efforts Must be located in the US and be able to work standard 40 hours per week, core business hours LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Oct 17, 2024

Software Developer (26555)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Software Developer with our client in Minneapolis, MN. What is the opportunity? As a Software Developer – partner across IT and with assigned business line(s) to assess, research, and analyze business, technical and system needs in order to resolve business systems issues by recommending technology solutions that meet sponsor/stakeholder needs. What will you do? Responsible for all aspects of joint development including hands-on and assists with vendor negotiations where applicable Develops detailed plans and accurate estimates for the design, build, implement and stabilize phases of the project and manage detailed design phases for large projects/ programs identifying, tracking and resolving technical issues and ensuring solution meets sponsor needs and PLC deliverables Provides consulting services on new and strategic initiatives (medium to large of varying complexity) Researches emerging trends/best practices and determines implications of proposed solutions on meeting business unit strategy Develops feasibility studies and proposals for senior management and executive decisions on large complex projects Together with Project Manager, and Solutions Architect determines best mix of development, interfacing applications, third party vendor solutions to meet business requirements and project objectives Provides input and coordinates with DBA in creating new and modifying existing database structures using different types of databases and recommending appropriate DB based on required functionality across multiple systems Provides direction, expertise, feedback, coaching and development to build the capability of more junior staff Spearheads joint technical design sessions (internally and with SaaS vendor) via technical iteration of design, development, documentation, testing and deployment What do you need to succeed? Requirements: 3+ years of experience in a real-world setting with Java Understanding of SQL Server or similar enterprise-class SQL database Use of JDBC and ACID transactions in a server application Experience with REST web services (client and server) Ability to accept a technical user story and take it from design through coding and testing with minimal supervision Ability to fully unit test development work with automated unit tests Strong object-oriented fundamentals, including familiarity with SOLID concepts Nice-to-have: Experience with Java running on Linux Experience with RedHat OpenShift or similar cloud platform Some familiarity with lightweight/utility web UI development Dev-ops experience with Docker or similar container ecosystem Experience with Kafka, IBM MQ, or similar messaging technology Experience with Java build and test tools such as JUnit and Gradle Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Oct 15, 2024

Manager, .NET Web Application Development - Direct hire, up to $170k + bonus (26326)

 St. Peters,  MO | Permanent LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Manager, .NET Web Application Development for a permanent, direct-hire opportunity with our client in St. Louis, MO! The salary is up to $170k + bonus. This position is 100% onsite, with some flexibility. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. Position overview: This role will be responsible for managing a team of 5-10 .NET developers. Will not be responsible for any hands-on development, but a prior background in .NET development is required. -Using advanced design skills that can support a diverse array of marketing objectives -Ability to scope projects and determine both design and development needs -Strong organizational skills with the ability to handle/coordinate multiple projects simultaneously within timelines -Speak clearly and persuasively in challenging situations Requirements: -Must have experience Managing a team of .NET developers -Must have a prior .NET development background -Must be willing to work onsite in the office 5 days per week -Corp to corp candidates will not be considered -Must be able to convert to a permanent employee without sponsorship -Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status. #LI-MJ1
Added Oct 10, 2024

IT Project Manager (26543)

 Erlanger,  KY | Contract Looking for more than just another assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking a IT Project Manager for a 6-month contract opportunity with our client in the Central, IL or Kentucky area! Local candidates will be given preference. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! The Project Managers will: Direct large-scale, complex projects that may involve multiple internal and external partners Develop the project charter, integrated project plan, resource plan, contingency plan, and related project management artifacts Partner with business sponsors to define success metrics and criteria Validate financial forecasts and provide ongoing reconciliation of resources and other related project expenditures Facilitate all operational checkpoint activities throughout the lifecycle of projects Identify, assess and resolve project risks Ensure projects adhere to methodology and compliance standards set by the company Establish partnership with stakeholders continually influencing, communicating and aligning. Define and track project achievements while developing, maintaining, and reporting on an overall and integrated delivery plan Ensure end results are of the highest caliber with a clearly articulated scope and quantifiable business benefit Support, share findings, and mentor others within the PMO regarding standards, organizational understanding, and relationship building to promote the successful delivery of projects Requirements: 8+ years of diverse and/or large enterprise work experience in project management 3+years prior experience in large scale global transformation programs with desired experience with ERP/SAP Deployments Demonstrated, applied experience establishing and delivering complex projects Deep understanding and expertise in the use of project management methodologies and tools Experienced in working with partners/vendors to lead their expectations and engaging them to address project issues Proven ability to manage projects in Waterfall, Agile and Hybrid methodologies Organizational Change Management mindset and experience building stakeholder and communication plans Third-party candidates will not be considered. Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the US without sponsorship. Desired Experience: SAP S/4HANA implementation and/or deployment experience a plus LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.#LI-CS1
Added Oct 10, 2024

Azure Network Engineer (26539)

 St. Paul,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking an experienced Azure Network Engineer with our client in St. Paul, MN. Responsibilities: As an Azure network engineer the contractor’s responsibilities include documenting, optimizing performance, resiliency, scale, and security of Azure networking solutions. Candidate proactively monitors network environments to identify issues and minimize risk. The contractor also identifies and works with appropriate team members to resolve connectivity issues. Qualifications: Contractor should have experience creating, negotiating, and managing compute, storage, and networking resources in Azure. Subject matter expertise in planning, implementing, and managing Azure networking solutions including core network infrastructure, disaster recovery routes, hybrid connectivity, application delivery services, private access, to Azure services and network security. Hands-on work with GitHub or Azure DevOps and associated CI/CD tooling. Experience utilizing Terraform to automate the deployment of Azure resources; standardization with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) implementations; Designing, implementing, and managing complex network infrastructures across cloud and on-prem environments. Networking Technologies Required: Knowledgeable with DNS (hands on), Network Proxy Configuration, Load balancing, Application Gateways, Port address translation (PAT) and Network address translation (NAT). Experience with cloud native security tools and security compliance; ensure network security by enforcing firewalls, VPNs, and access control policies. Experience performing advanced troubleshooting and root cause analysis to expedite incident resolution. Experience guiding and facilitating a combination of both business and engineering stakeholders through a technical decision. Experience with software defined networking for cloud native and marketplace tools (Palo Alto preferred). Experienced in Microsoft Azure. Microsoft AZ-700 certification desired. Azure Data Lake Storage experience desired. Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS Company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Oct 09, 2024

Cloud Engineer (26537)

 Fort Worth,  TX | Temp to Perm LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach to IT consulting, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Cloud Engineer for a contract to hire opportunity with our client in Fort Worth, TX. The Cloud Engineer position is responsible for design, installation, configuration, operation, and administration of the highly available hybrid cloud environment. Working within an agile shared services team, the position enables stable infrastructure for applications and participates in maintaining repeatable processes through automation of build, deployment, and proactive monitoring activities. The candidate must be able to understand developing trends in hybrid cloud technologies and practically apply solutions to meet stated business needs. The position drives cloud technology, operations but also requires knowledge of on-premise datacenter resources. The position requires ability to make recommendations based on solid technical acumen, assist project teams as required, and provide third-tier support for issue resolution. The Cloud Engineer has subject matter experience in two or more of the following areas: Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Virtual Networks, Automation/Infrastructure as Code, Secure Networking, and DevSecOps. in an Azure or AWS cloud environment. What will you be doing? Works with supervision to establish, monitor and maintain Azure cloud environment, systems hardware, operating systems, and related network and security infrastructure to ensure reliable operations Monitor Azure maintenance and outages, assess impact, and develop strategies to minimize impact Collaborate, consult, coordinate task level work with developers and scrum teams on compute resource needs expansion or new feature deployment. Ensure that network and system capacity projections are accurate and prevent service degradations due to lack of resources Builds and automates cloud infrastructure current methods, templates and automation toolsets Optimize network infrastructure for IaaS, SaaS, PaaS and other cloud applications Produce and maintain documentation for use in the installation, configuration, operation and maintenance of cloud and on-premise related infrastructure Research connectivity, performance and related security issues to determine root cause and implement a plan of action to resolve these issues Participate in design and implementation of architectural roadmaps regarding Hybrid cloud infrastructure Design technical infrastructure & cloud processes, integrate solutions into existing infrastructure, consult on development projects, help deploy solutions that meet business and technical requirements Coordinate with service providers, vendors and various teams to ensure timely resolution of infrastructure related issues Participate in on-call rotation and be available for special duties outside normal working hours What skills/qualifications do you need? Education Bachelor Degree in computer science or similar field required Work Experience Required 5+ years progressive working in computing or network infrastructure 1+ years’ experience in a cloud environment, preferably Azure as a cloud network engineer, administrator, and/or DevOps role Demonstrated experience building and operating cloud infrastructure Experience in automation (Infrastructure-as-Code, Configuration-as-Code) and management of both on-premises infrastructure and applications, cloud hosted Infrastructure-as-a-Service and Platform-as-a-Service capabilities (Azure) including virtual machines, virtual networks, and automation tools Experience with CI/CD platforms and tools such as Jenkins, Puppet, Chef, Azure Dev Ops or similar Be able to deploy through automation and translate from and/or contribute to application design architectures for Azure Experience with infrastructure monitoring tools and DevOps processes Experience with load balancing platforms Preferred experience with the following technologies: Microsoft Windows Server 2019/2016/2012 Cloud Infrastructure (Azure or AWS) Securing and monitoring cloud resources Linux/Unix Cisco Route/Switch platforms Palo Alto or related cloud-based firewall technologies Third-party candidates will not be considered. Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the US without sponsorship. Certifications Current MCSE preferred Current Azure certifications preferred Current AWS certifications a plus Cisco (CCNA, CCNP) a plus LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Sep 30, 2024

Senior Transformation Technology Analyst (26518)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Temp to Perm Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Technology Transformation Analyst with our client in Minneapolis, MN.Senior Technology Transformation Analyst will collaborate with all SDLC stakeholders—including Scrum Masters, Development teams, Testing groups, Production support, and Product owners—to optimize software delivery. The person would be responsible for achieving a 25% increase in operational efficiency, resulting in 25% more output while maintaining the same costs and accelerating turnaround time to meet business needs. The person in this role will work with technology and business leaders to integrate a technology strategy focused on maintaining top-of-the-class infrastructure and architecture into our strategic business roadmap, fostering a culture of continuous technology improvement. By defining and reporting on metrics, they will ensure clear progress toward building an elite software organization.What Will You Do? Collaborate with all stakeholders involved in the software development life cycle (SDLC), including Scrum Masters, Development teams, Testing groups, Production support, and Product owners, to identify opportunities for improvement and streamline software delivery processes. Develop and execute a roadmap for achieving a 25% increase in operational efficiency, resulting in a 25% boost in team output while maintaining existing costs. Accelerate turnaround time for software delivery by 50% to meet evolving business needs and market demands, while ensuring the highest level of quality and customer satisfaction Reduce number of defects by 30% by improving unit test code coverage and unit test effectiveness Drive the development and implementation of best practices, tools, and methodologies to enhance software development processes. Partner with Dev and QE leads of each squad to enable yearly roadmap for technology transformation. Drive continuous improvement efforts, monitor ongoing results, define process areas for review, and conduct benchmarking activities to ensure best in class results. Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure progress and success, providing regular updates and reports to senior leadership on the status of engineering transformation initiatives. Responsible for coaching, mentoring, training of two other engineering transformation analysts What Do You Need To Succeed? Must have: University degree in computer engineering or related fields OR equivalent experience 5+ years of experience in Software engineering as Scrum Master or Business Analyst Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and experience implementing Agile practices across teams. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and drive data-driven decision-making. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve their full potential. Nice-to-have: Passion for digital transformation Basic proficiency in VBA or Python Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Sep 25, 2024

OT Principal Cybersecurity Architext (26501)

Energy | Full-time Cybersecurity Architect We are seeking a highly skilled Cybersecurity Architect to provide technical expertise in designing and implementing security controls across both Operational Technology (OT)/Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and IT environments. This role is critical in ensuring our organization’s systems are secure and resilient against emerging threats. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, implement, and support enterprise-class security systems. Serve as a technical liaison, aligning IT and OT units to ensure security best practices are followed. Identify and communicate current and emerging security threats, designing architecture elements to mitigate them. Plan, research, and design robust security architectures for IT projects. Perform and supervise vulnerability testing, risk analyses, and security assessments. Create solutions that balance business requirements with cybersecurity needs. Identify security design gaps in existing and proposed architectures, recommending necessary changes. Provide guidance to security and IT teams, updating security policies, procedures, and standards as needed. Respond to security-related incidents with thorough remedial solutions and analysis. Keep up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity trends, threats, and technologies, offering guidance accordingly. Create detailed diagrams, implementation plans, processes, and procedures to document network architecture and the operation of security solutions. Required Experience: Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in technology and cybersecurity. At least 5 years of experience with cybersecurity systems. At least 5 years of experience with OT/ICS systems, preferably within critical infrastructure sectors such as energy, utilities, or transportation. Experience with OT/ICS communication protocols (e.g., DCS, PLCs, Modbus, OPC, SCADA). Demonstrated experience in security risk management, network security, identity and access management, and security monitoring technologies. Strong knowledge of network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, DHCP, DNS, HTTP) and cryptology (e.g., IPSEC, AES). Experience presenting cybersecurity information to diverse stakeholders. Desired Skills and Knowledge: Proficiency in implementing and managing security frameworks like NIST, ISO, and CIS. Familiarity with OT/ICS systems design and administration. In-depth knowledge of network security standards and compliance with corporate security policies. Experience with ethical hacking, penetration testing, and cybersecurity frameworks like MITRE ATT&CK. Knowledge of cloud computing security and the challenges of workload transition. Understanding of DevOps methodology and its integration with security practices. Stronger candidates will have one or more of the following certifications: Certified SCADA Security Architect (CSSA) GIAC certifications (e.g., GICSP, GRID) ISA/IEC 62443 Cybersecurity Certificates Networking certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP) Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CEH, CISA, CISM, CCSP) Working Conditions: Primarily office-based with occasional fieldwork. Occasional travel required for meetings and site visits. Must be able to work additional hours as needed, in various weather conditions LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status
Added Sep 18, 2024

Business Analyst (26502)

 Chicago,  IL | Contract LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach to IT consulting, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Business Analyst for a long-term contract opportunity with our client in the west suburbs of Chicago, IL! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! The Business Analyst will: Work with the Business to identify requirements and think critically about what will make it successful; write user stories that effectively communicate the Business’ requirements and that are easily consumed by software development teams. Analyze application back-end and API integrations, data flows and manipulations, and EDI mappings. Attend and lead Business stakeholder meetings; provide project status reporting to management; assist with testing scenarios and validate results. Create deliverables such as process flows, wireframes, mockups and functional prototypes to effectively communicate design strategies and detailed interaction behaviors. Prepare and deliver client presentations. Advocate on behalf of Business to IT, and advocate on behalf of IT to Business. Become a Subject Matter Expert on a variety of packages and custom business. Go beyond just reading and understanding information, to making sense of it, and finding patterns for improvement. Support business applications. Troubleshoot and resolve applications issues. Other duties as assigned. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree in IT, statistics, computer science, mathematics, information management, or a related field preferred. Minimum 4 years recent experience in Business Analysis with at least 7 years relevant IT experience overall. Experience in all phases of software and testing lifecycles. Experience writing clear acceptance criteria to a testable level. Good understanding of relational databases, database structures and design, and data management. Good SQL knowledge, with experience writing investigative queries, being able to step into and understand existing queries, and a firm understanding of joins. Good knowledge of APIs - including preferably knowledge of JSON notation, API objects, API endpoints (incl., how they're called, and what developers need to know to write them) Experience leading or participating in all Agile meetings including: sprint planning, sprint grooming, review, demo, stand-up, and retrospective sessions. Experience working with software development tools such as Azure DevOps or Jira. Strong whiteboarding skills. Strong investigative, analytical skills, and interpersonal skills. Candidates must be local to the Chicago Metro area and fully COVID vaccinated and boosted Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer. Corp to Corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status
Added Aug 23, 2024

PostGIS Developer - 100% Remote (26468)

 St. Louis,  MO | Temp to Perm LRS Consulting Services is seeking a PostGIS Developer for a temp to permanent role with our client based in Reston, VA but this role will be 100% Remote. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! Responsibilities: This PostGIS Developer will work on a cloud-based scientific analytics platform as part of a SAFe Agile scrum team. The successful candidate will be an experienced PostGIS Developer who has worked with open-source technologies in the front-end and back-end and has worked with large vector and raster geospatial datasets, preferably with geoscience data in an analytic capacity. Day to Day: -Develop complex back-end spatial queries using PostGIS -Gather, manage, and process large raster and vector datasets -Implement and manage ETL jobs -Develop front-end GIS applications, including web maps, integrated with cloud-based analytics platform Requirements: -At least 3 years experience writing PostgresSQL/PostGIS including using raster utilities -At least 5 years experience working with GIS software, including open-source GIS software (QGIS, SAGA GIS, GRASS, MapServer, etc.) -Experience designing and orchestrating large ETL jobs in FME Desktop and/or FME Server -Experience writing Python (including Flask and geospatial libraries) -Experience working with large raster and vector datasets, including LiDAR -Must be able to obtain a person of public trust clearance -Bachelor’s degree in computer science, geography, geosciences, or related field -Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Bonus Skills -Experience working with soil datasets -Experience with open-source web mapping frameworks including Leaflet, OpenLayers, and MapLibre -Experience with scientific programming and/or machine learning -Experience with Docker and deploying applications to AWS -Experience with R, .NET Core, Typescript, and/or React -SAFe certification or experience working in an agile environment -Experience with Voyager Search LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status. #LI-MJ1
Added Aug 20, 2024

Embedded Software Programmer (26462)

 Springfield,  IL | Temp to Perm LRS is in need of 2 Embedded Software Developers for a contract to hire opportunity with our client in central Illinois. If you’re that person, submit your resume now! The Embedded Software Developer will work as part of a team to read and modify existing embedded code in C, as well as write new embedded code in C. Requirements: Candidate must have 3 or more years of experience with the following: - Embedded Software Development - C/C++ programming - Experience working in a Linux environment - Experience working with QT framework for UI development is desired - Experience with microcontrollers (RTOS is desired) Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status. #LI-CS1
Added Aug 07, 2024

Power BI Embedded Developer (26438)

 Remote,  Remote | Contract Time to get to work! We’re seeking an experienced Power BI Embedded Developer for a client in Central Illinois. This is a 3-4 month contract opportunity for the right person that could possible be extended. If you’re that person and if you have the Embedded Power BI expertise that we need, submit your resume now! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts, combined with your technical expertise, equals career possibilities for you. So let’s get to work! Responsibilities: Design, develop & train Power BI Embedded dashboards, reports, and visualizations that provide insightful and actionable information. Collaborate with stakeholders, including business users, analysts, and management, to gather requirements and understand business needs for data analysis and reporting. Work closely with the IT team to integrate data from various sources into the Power BI environment, ensuring data accuracy and consistency. Optimize and enhance existing Power BI dashboards and reports to improve usability, performance, and data visualization techniques. Provide technical expertise and support to other team members, including training and assistance with Power BI Embedded functionalities and best practices. Perform data analysis and validation to ensure the accuracy and integrity of data within Power BI Embedded reports and dashboards. Stay up-to-date with the latest trends and advancements in Power BI Embedded API and related technologies to continuously improve our reporting capabilities. Conduct testing and troubleshooting of Power BI solutions to identify and resolve any issues or discrepancies. Qualifications: Minimum of 2 years of professional experience as a Power BI Embedded Developer. Must have experience embedding reports of a Power BI workspace within a web page or custom application and creating reports and analyzing datasets through applications, portals or websites Strong proficiency in developing and maintaining Power BI dashboards, reports, and visualizations. Proficient in SQL for data retrieval, manipulation, and analysis. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer Corp to Corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Jul 24, 2024

AWS Connect Developer (26400)

 Remote,  Remote | Contract LRS Consulting Services is seeking an AWS Connect Developer for an exciting long term contracting opportunity with a client of ours remotely. Duties and Responsibilities: Participate in the design, development and delivery of solutions on IVR solution Responsible for consistent release management and good change management practices. Participate in Agile planning meetings and daily SCRUM meetings to provide software solutions for our platform services for Content Services and CHP Platform services. Develop efficient and high-performance call flows Create unit tests to maximize code coverage and cover end to end business scenarios Support existing architecture and code Documents call flows and design as needed Work with other teams to understand scope and design efficient solution Collaborates within the Agile framework, fosters a team approach to software development and delivery Ensure all code developed follows DevOps practices Review and perform troubleshooting analysis of the core application logs. Experience Experience with Amazon Connect, Lex, Lambdas, DevOps, RDS, Kinesis Data, S3, CloudFormation, CI/CD, Node.js. required. 3+ years of experience in IVR Call Flow, telephony and Speech Recognition experience Familiarity with and enthusiasm for DevOps, CI/CD, and SRE best practices, as well as iterative Agile-flavored workflows Ability to design call-flows from requirement documentation and workshops Expert knowledge of 1 or more IVR development environment Hands-on experience with Java, JavaScript or other OOB language Working knowledge of IVR Environments and Operating Systems Working knowledge of telephony technologies including call routing, SMS, VOIP Understanding of APIs and web services Bachelor Degree or equivalent 5+ yrs Experience Third-party candidates will not be considered. Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the US without sponsorship. LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status. #LI-MJ1
Added Jul 24, 2024

Staff Accountant - Permanent, Direct-hire opportunity with flexibility (26338)

 St. Peters,  MO | Permanent LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Staff Accountant for a permanent, direct-hire opportunity with our client in St. Peters, MO! This position is 100% onsite, with some flexibility. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. Position overview: This role will be a blend of financial planning and analysis including... -Financial Planning and Analysis: Assisting with planning, forecasting, budgeting, and analytical activities that support a company's major business decisions and overall financial health -Treasury: Assisting with managing financial resources, including cash flow, investments, and debt -GL Accounting: Assisting with general ledger (keeping record of a company's total financial accounts) -External Reporting: Sharing financial information on a periodic basis to potential investors and shareholders outside of the company -Technical Accounting: Applying advanced technical skills to monitor, analyze, and input a company's financial data and transactions into its internal systems -Financial statements: Preparing financial statements like balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements that comply with generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) Requirements: -Must have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting -Must have a minimum of 1 year experience as an Accountant working at one of the big four accounting firms -Proficiency in Excel -Demonstrated problem solving and analytical skills -Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status. #LI-MJ1
Added Apr 23, 2024

XStore Architect - Hybrid from Day 1 (25653)

 St. Louis,  MO | Contract Our client is seeking an experienced XStore Architect to join our group in a long-term contractor role. This position is onsite from day 1 and is in the office 3 days per week. We are looking for someone who will relocate, not be traveling back and forth every week or month. They will not do ‘initial remote’. This is in St. Louis, MO from day 1. Responsibilities: -Develop, modify, enhance and maintain proprietary software systems and applications designed to support new and existing business initiative and programs for our Retail business. -Work with Solution Architects, Application Architects, and other supporting roles to create high level and detailed design documentation to enabled software development efforts. -Work with Scrum Masters and development teams to develop and deliver the software features and enhancements which have been analyzed, designed and planned, following Agile software development methodologies. -Work with Delivery Managers, the release management team, and other supporting roles to create and deploy software modules to various environments used for integration testing, quality assurance, user acceptance testing, disaster recovery, training and production. -Work with Production Support, Business Analysts, Quality Assurance and other supporting roles to understand and fix software defects which have been identified -Must be a Subject Matter Expert in XStore Qualifications: -3+ years’ experience with the Xstore Suite (Xadmin, Xcenter, Xservices, Xenvironment, Xstore, xMobile, Tablet) -Experience with Xstore customizations, configurations, UI Changes, locale changes, handling DB issues, POS deployment, debugging the code, issue fixing, device configurations, data mapping -Experience with payment Integration with EFT Link/ AJB to Third party like FreedomPay, SixPay, or TenderRetail (any version) -Experience with PL/ SQL, Oracle DB -Experience in front end or backend technology used in building web applications a plus -Must be willing to relocate to St. Louis, MO -Must be willing to work 3 days per week in the office in St. Louis, MO #LI-MJ1
Added Mar 01, 2024

Firewall Engineer (25106)

 Charolotte,  NC | Contract LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! Looking for more than just another assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking Firewall Network Engineers for a contract opportunity with a client of ours in Charlotte, NC! This team is responsible for the implementation, and operations, of firewalls across the entire network. Responsibilities: Advanced firewall change request fulfillment and troubleshooting Troubleshooting and response to network firewall incidents and problems Working with our internal customers to gather complex network requirements to be used in creating highly reliable and scalable networking designs Produce design documents such as Visio diagrams, IP spreadsheets, device descriptions and narratives Correlate detected network events to identify potential problems or root causes Assist application and system owners in troubleshooting problematic network dependent applications Participate in projects that involve existing network infrastructure as required Participate in a formal incident rapid response process for high priority incidents Collaborate with the team to insure that an incident's underlying problems are managed and resolved Implement network change in the context of incident resolution, problem management and service requests Be aware of and follow existing network management change procedures Work outside of normal business hours when required (scheduled maintenance, outage response, last minute urgent requests) Assist with network documentation tasks Essential Job Qualifications: 3+ years of progressive experience in networking and network security, including advanced firewalling, VPN's, enterprise routing and switching 3+ years in firewall technologies, preferably Juniper and Palo Alto, but other products like Cisco, Checkpoint can be considered. Ability to read, write and speak the English language to communicate with employees, customers, suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straight-forward, and professional manner Advanced level of familiarity in implementing and troubleshooting firewall technologies Expert understanding of popular network communications protocols such as DNS, RPC, HTTP Third-party candidates will not be considered. Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the US without sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications: Juniper and/or Palo Alto certifications preferred Experience with Service Now or Cherwell ticketing systems Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Jul 22, 2021

Project Manager (22289)

 St. Louis,  MO | Temp to Perm LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Sr. Project Manager for contract to hire opportunity with our client in St. Louis, MO. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! Responsibilities: Manage scope and schedule in coordination with IT delivery teams, full budget and fiscal responsibility, project and executive status and reporting, maintaining high quality and timely delivery of projects. Be a self-starter and who can think like an owner and can learn and understand what makes the business customer tick so that they can anticipate needs and issues. Manage and control aspects of project delivery (triple constraint). Create detailed project plans, with all tasks, dependencies, and timelines identified, and keeps those project plans continuously updated. Ensure scope, schedule, and budget data are communicated to stakeholders as they may evolve throughout a project. Report relevant status to managers and key stakeholders in a timely and consistent manner. Establish and maintain schedules, drive activities, identify risks and dependencies and develop mitigation strategies; works with internal teams and external partners. Meet with program manager and solution owner on a regular basis. Effectively coordinate groups of technical and non-technical resources to deliver project work in a timely and cost-effective manner. Requirements: 4+ years of experience as a Project Manager Experience working in an Agile environment Ability to manage triple constraint and PM fundamentals Corp to corp candidates will not be considered Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.