Saturday, June 2, 2012

[itroundtable] LEAD: Tech Spclst/Dsktp Eng - NJ? - to 85k

 

Technical Specialist/Desktop Engineer

Salary Range: 

Location: 80-85K

Contact: Tony Chiocco

               Pinnacle Consulting Group

tony@pinnacle.us.com

 

Responsibilities:

 

Engineer in support of Application Integration and Lab initiative. This candidate will be responsible for all aspects of Application Integration and Lab initiatives including: Requirements gathering, relationship management, packaging process, documentation, application testing, library, and test lab infrastructure. Will be required to manage outsource relationship for application packaging. Will work with business units and peers to ensure that the Application Integration needs of the business are met.

Responsible for maintaining the Core applications associated with the Desktop. Developing and maintaining the global core catalog. Must have a Strong working knowledge of the MS Operating System ranging from Windows XP through Windows 7. This role will include developing the Global architecture for applications essential to the core and Operating System level.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining the Global Distributed Technologies Lab infrastructure. Creating a check in check out process for lab machines needed during UAT and Engineering efforts. A working knowledge of Virtual machine technologies is a must. The candidate will be responsible for tracking lab assets and making sure the lab is available at all times.

Should have at least 5 years' experience in Application Packaging, Integration and Desktop Engineering. VB Script, Powershell a must Winbatch a plus. Completed a Bachelor's degree program.

Skills

Strong working knowledge of application packaging methodologies.

Strong working knowledge of the MS Operating System ranging from Windows XP through Windows 7.

Strong working knowledge of WinTel based PC hardware.

Working knowledge of Virtual machine technologies.

Good presentation skills.

Good intrapersonal skills.       

Good organizational skills.

Working knowledge of MS Systems Center Configuration Manager, SMS and OSD.

Strong knowledge of application virtualization.

Strong knowledge of Wise Packaging Studio.

Strong knowledge of VB Script, Powershell and other scripting utilities.

 

MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

June 5th Dinner Mtg - Totowa - 6PM - Abby Kohut

June 12th no meeting

June 19th - Tues Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions. Get dir from BLK site - Bring 15 copies of your resume

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[itroundtable] LEAD: IT PM - Law Firm - NYC - F/T

 

From: Nick Ferrer <nferrer@tallience.com>
Date: Fri, Jun 1, 2012 at 11:06 AM
Subject: Job Opportunity-IT Project Manager-Downtown Manhattan
To: jcsspike@yahoo.com
 

HI John,

 

Hope your day is going well.  I am reaching out regarding a full time position in Downtown Manhattan working on site with a large law firm as an IT Project Manager.  The position is full time, so please feel free to call me at the number below or indicate a time when it would be best for us to further discuss.  Thanks for your time and I look forward to hearing from you soon. 

 

Nick Ferrer

Recruiting Manager- Tallience Federal

Description: Small JPG

o: 954.229.1070

c: 305.965.1486

eFax:   202.318.1297

www.tallience.com

MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

June 5th Dinner Mtg - Totowa - 6PM - Abby Kohut

June 12th no meeting

June 19th - Tues Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions. Get dir from BLK site - Bring 15 copies of your resume

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[itroundtable] LEAD: Sr BA Risk Anal - NYC - Fin Svcs

 

From: matthew.stuart@experis.com [mailto:matthew.stuart@experis.com]
Sent: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 6:33 PM
To: jcsspike@yahoo.com
Subject: Operational Risk Business Analyst Position

Hello my name is Matt and I am a recruiter with Experis. I came across your
resume on my internal database and I am currently working on a position I
believe you may be interested in. A Global Financial Services Firm, located
in Manhattan, is currently seeking an experienced Business Analyst. Please
find the job description below. If this position appeals to you, please
contact me at your earliest convenience. Thanks a lot!
==============================================================
Description Senior Business Analyst to focus on build-out of Operational
Risk Management technology platform. This platform will include tools for
managing Risk Control Assessments, Internal Loss Incident tracking, KRI
Management and Reporting, and Mitigation & Response Management. The
candidate should have project management experience, preferably with large
scale, enterprise-wide projects. Ideal candidate should be able to operate
at a senior level, having previously operated at this level of seniority.
This is a fantastic opportunity to develop an Operational Risk Framework and
interact with Risk Managers and COOs of the firm. Skills Required -
Education: BS in Finance or related areas - 5-10 yrs experience in a
financial services industry - Advanced PC skills, including Excel, Word, and
PowerPoint - Excellent presentation skills including oral and written
communication skills - Full life-cycle project experience
(analysis->implementation) desired - Strong analytic and problem solving
skills - Personable, able to interface with senior management in Business
and IT, as well as technical colleagues - Enthusiastic, motivated team
player

==============================================================
Regards,
Matt Stuart
Experis
Matthew.Stuart@experis.com



MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

June 5th Dinner Mtg - Totowa - 6PM - Abby Kohut

June 12th no meeting

June 19th - Tues Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions. Get dir from BLK site - Bring 15 copies of your resume

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[itroundtable] LEADS: Internal auditors - NY Metro - to 65/hr - Fin Svcs - ASAP

 

John,

Please send out an urgent request for auditors who have trading desk experience in the
following areas:

Internal Auditor with private equity/hedge fund experience.
Internal Auditor with Equities/ ADR's Trading Desk experience.
Internal Auditor with trade surveillance experience.

The above consulting positions are either with Banks, Broker Dealers or Hedge Funds.

All the positions will pay up to $65 an hour or higher for the right candidates.

Anyone who is interested, should send their resume to Tony Savoca at asavoca@juno.com
and then call him at 718-979-6518.

Regards,

Tony Savoca




MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

June 5th Dinner Mtg - Totowa - 6PM - Abby Kohut

June 12th no meeting

June 19th - Tues Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions. Get dir from BLK site - Bring 15 copies of your resume

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[itroundtable] LEAD: Auditor - Invest Advisory - NYC? - to 65/hr

 

Please put out an urgent request for an Auditor with Investment Advisor expereince.

The ideal candidate will come from  a large Investment Advisor, SEC or a State Agency
that audits Investment Advisors.

This is a consulting position which will pay up to $65 an hour or higher for the right candidate.

Anyone who is interested, should send their resume to Tony Savoca at asavoca@juno.com
and then call him at 718-979-6518.

Regards,

Tony Savoca



MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

June 5th Dinner Mtg - Totowa - 6PM - Abby Kohut

June 12th no meeting

June 19th - Tues Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions. Get dir from BLK site - Bring 15 copies of your resume

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[itroundtable] LEAD: Dsktp Supp - NJ - 12 mos gig - Win7

 

Please sent resumes to: Email – mary.cullen522@gmail.com

Mary Cullen

Redtoo

Florham Park, NJ

 

I've inserted the job responsibilities below,

Strong emphasis on Win7 expertise including imaging and deployment of Win7.  Secondary would be experience with Mobile Device Management solutions especially either Mobile Iron or Air-Watch.

 

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

•             Desktop Engineer will be responsible for desktop and mobile device hardware & image engineering for a global enterprise environment.

•             Desktop Engineer will provide technical design and support for global images and system management infrastructure.

•             Ensure current process such as patch deployment and software / image deployment are properly designed in addition to providing 3rd level support to resolver teams

•             Provide technical assistance in the construction and maintenance of a corporate standard desktop, laptop and mobile image

•             Oversee the maintenance of the corporate images as hardware changes occur ensuring no incompatibilities

•             Provide technical assistance based on the research of current software and operating system service packs, patches, updates and fixes for desktops. Make recommendations based upon the severity, critical need and implications to the environment and supported applications

•             Assist in the planning and implementation of remote software deployment to customer's desktop computers via Altiris and/or SCCM deployment services client management tools with minimal disruption to the customer

•             Utilize scripting, batch files and Wyse studio to create software packages for unattended installation

•             Investigate and propose new technologies and techniques for both hardware and software to improve customer efficiency, security and productivity

•             Ensure all new and proposed software is tested with existing images & hardware prior to deployment

•             Assist with design definitions and platform integration

•             Provide technical assistance within global engineering including requirements, design, development, and testing

•             Work with project managers on global projects with a focus on technical design, risk assessment, costs, timing and benefits

•             Work with business subject matter experts and key stakeholders to successfully integrate their solutions and objectives

•             Provide desktop management automation through scripting to provide consistent and predictable services

•             Install, customize, maintain, test, and troubleshoot operating systems and other systems software

•             Perform root cause analysis to quickly recover from service interruptions, and to prevent recurring problems

•             Unified Communication/ collaboration deployment and solution management

 

Skills/Knowledge Required:

•             *Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology or comparable experience..

•             Minimum 4 years of experience administrating Microsoft Windows desktop and/or server operating systems in a large scale enterprise environment.

•             Minimum two years' experience with scripting tools must include shell scripting, VBScript,, WISE Package Studio, MSI, , required

•             Must have experience in a Global environment.

•             Knowledge of Altiris Client Management suite

•             Expertise in Antivirus management

•             Full device encryption solutions experience

•             Must be able to act in an SME role as the lead role for various projects and initiatives.

•             Excellent knowledge of Active Directory in relation to deployment methodologies required.

•             Extensive desktop operating systems and application interoperability knowledge.

•             Ability to create utilities and tools to assist help desk technicians and improve support.

•             Must have the ability to design, deploy, and support Windows based desktops in a large enterprise.

•             Must be capable of evaluating, maintaining, and documenting desktop application packages.

•             Experience in Engineering and/or supporting Windows desktops in a pharmaceutical or financial services environment.

•             Must have experience in certifying that applications conform to user requirements.

•             Microsoft Windows 7 education and/or certifications preferred.

•             Mobile Device Management experience with Mobile Iron, Air watch, Good for Enterprise

•             Experience with application package creation and deployment.

•             Must have excellent writing skills for documentation of test results and changes in development, maintenance, and application standards.

•             Must have specialized technical expertise or business knowledge as a member of a project team in the evaluation and testing of desktop applications.

•             Desired skills and knowledge of networking and supporting other operating systems.

•             Strong judgment and the ability to work in a global team environment.

•             Excellent communication, organizational and prioritizing skills a must, able to work effectively at all levels of the organization.

•             Advanced problem solver.  Sorts through complex issues and conducts comparative analysis of multiple solutions. 

•             Knowledge of networking standards, protocols, security, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.

•             Knowledgeable about IT processes including software development life cycle

 

Thanks,

Mary Cullen

 



MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

June 5th Dinner Mtg - Totowa - 6PM - Abby Kohut

June 12th no meeting

June 19th - Tues Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions. Get dir from BLK site - Bring 15 copies of your resume

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[itroundtable] LEADS: 2 AML Auditors/Fin Svcs - NYC/SD - to 65/hr

 

John,

Please put out an urgent request for AML Auditors (not compliance) who have worked in the
Financial Services Industry.  There are two open positions;

Bank located in Midtown NYC and a Broker Dealer located in South Dakota.
Both companies will pay up to $65 an hour or more for the right candidates.

If anyone is  interested, please send their resume to me at asavoca@juno.com
and then call him at 718-979-6518.

Regards,

Tony Savoca



MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

June 5th Dinner Mtg - Totowa - 6PM - Abby Kohut

June 12th no meeting

June 19th - Tues Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions. Get dir from BLK site - Bring 15 copies of your resume

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[itroundtable] Digest Number 2778

IT Roundtable LHH

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LEAD:  IT BA Mgmt - NJ - P & C Ins - 6 fig

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

Sat Jun 2, 2012 3:07 am (PDT)




Hi John – I hope this note finds you doing well and enjoying the warmer weather. You told me I could always contact you for networking purposes and as a result I wanted to see if you might be able to lend me an assist.
I am working with an insurance client in Central NJ to help them find someone to oversee their Business Analysis IT function in support of my client's Property & Casualty business. This is a senior role, reporting to the CIO and will have C-Level interaction, as well as relationship mgmt responsibility with the IT development teams, the IT PMO, and the IT QA organization. Do you happen to know anyone within your network who led a business analysis/requirement gathering organization who you might be able to refer to me for this role? This role will pay in the high $100's as a base salary, and will also pay a significant bonus, to those that deserve one. I have cut/paste below the high-level job description for your review and potential forward. Thanks in advance for any and all help here. – Steven
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities:

·Candidate needs to have strong experience in managing IT Business Analysis practices to include managing requirements in Architecture, Development Services, Quality Assurance and Testing.

·This position will represent the face of IT, and manage the relationships with all Senior Level Business Partners and have 9 direct reports.

·Must have strong leadership skills, be able to influence stakeholders and drive practices.

·Experience with Rational tool Suite would be helpful.

Property & Casualty Claims experience would be a huge + but is not mandatory

Must be able to

• Define and direct the goals and activities of the Business Analysis discipline
• Provide supervisory oversight and guidance to Claim IT Business Specialists to support them and their teams in the completion of Business Analysis artifacts/deliverables.
• Align business strategy to technical solutions.
• Manage Business Partner Services budget and resources
• Facilitate issue resolution and clearly communicate cross-organization decisions, standards and discussions to relevant business parties
• Partner with IT technology teams to engage business partners and vendors in developing technology/product strategies
• Proactively mentor Business Analysts and promote consistent career management, performance measurements and skill development
• Identify ways to share resources to promote information sharing and career/skill development
• Generate ideas for new/improved business and technology functions and/or initiatives
• Maintain expert understanding of Business Analysis and Requirements Management procedures and Claim applications across multiple technologies and relevant industry trends, and provide expert input into development of guidelines, standards, polities and procedures

Additional Recommended Responsibilities:

Knowledge
• Bachelor's Degree (required) or Master's Degree (preferred)
• 10 + years business analysis management
• Strong knowledge of relevant applications and development of lifecycles
• Strong influencing/negotiation skills
• Strong interpersonal/relationship management skills
 
Steven Pincus | Managing Director
TTI of USA, Inc | Technology Talent Innovation | www.ttiofusa.com
150 Broadway, Suite 1500| New York , NY 10038
Office 646-495-9013 | Mobile 609-610-3617 | Fax 212-964-6448 | eFax 646-349-2827
 

MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

June 5th Dinner Mtg - Totowa - 6PM - Abby Kohut

June 12th no meeting

June 19th - Tues Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions. Get dir from BLK site - Bring 15 copies of your resume
2.

FINAL REMINDER: COMBINED DINNER MTG - TUES JUNE 5TH - ABBY KOHUT

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

Sat Jun 2, 2012 3:19 am (PDT)



MNA COMBINED DINNER MTG – TUESDAY, June 5th, 2012
 
On Tuesday evening, June 5th, MIS Network Associates (MNA), IT-Networking (IT NET), TENG, Monmouth Networking, The Breakfast Club of New Jersey (TBCNJ), ETP Network, and Careers In Transition (CIT) will host a combined dinner meeting for members, alumni, friends, recruiters, and guests at the Holiday Inn in Totowa NJ. 
Our speaker will be Abby Kohut, otherwise known to job seekers as "Absolutely Abby", a leader in corporate recruiting for the past 16 years. She has held positions such as Senior Director of Recruiting & Career Development for Kaplan, Inc., Employment Director at Sabert Corporation, and Manager of Global Recruiting for Alpharma, Inc.  She is currently the President of Staffing Symphony, LLC, a staffing consulting company, and over the past 6 years has had clients in the healthcare, pharmaceutical, non-profit, legal, and publishing industries.  A leader in her field, and a well-known speaker on campaigning to get connected, Abby can help you find the position you are striving for.  She has facilitated employment for attendees at over 200 events like this in the recent past, and has set a goal to help one million job seekers.
The schedule for the dinner meeting on June 5th will be:
 
-         6:00 to 7:00 pm – Registration, "speed dating", and cash bar
-         7:00 to 7:15 pm – General introductions
-         7:15 pm             -- Dinner
-         8:00 pm             – Abby Kohut
 
Following our usual meeting format, after you have registered and added your resume, etc. to the handout piles, everyone will participate in a series of informal networking groups i.e. "speed dating", before we sit down for dinner and the general introductions. Briefly, the "speed dating" informal groups will consist of 3 to 5 attendees and last a period of about 10 minutes – or 2 minutes per person. At the end of the 10 minutes, the groups will breakup and find new "partners".  Suggested dialogues for the groups will be provided at the registration along with a numbered RSVP list – see below.
 
There will be an opportunity to circulate up to 50 copies of your resume, personal bio, leads, or other appropriate material in a handout for each participant from the dinner.
 
The cost will be $45 for everyone if forwarded by mail or other to John Sampson by COB Monday, June 4th at 2 Blackfoot Cir, Wayne NJ 07470.  Checks should be made out to John Sampson who can be reached by phone at 973-248-3251 or via email at jcsspike@yahoo.com.  Reservations can also be made by contacting Lizanne Fiorentino at adminedg@optonline.net but checks must be sent directly to John. 
 
To facilitate the networking on the event on June 5th, we will create an RSVP list of those planning to attend which will include for those attendees who are working, current work affiliation, email address, three previous companies you've worked for/consulted at, professional job interest or position availability must be included in your RSVP.
 
For those attendees who are in transition, three target companies and your last permanent or consulting affiliation should be included in your RSVP. An initial list of attendees will be emailed to all the RSVPs, members of MNA, TENG, Monmouth Networking, IT-Net, ETP Network, CIT, and other interested parties on Sunday, June 3rd.  The RSVP list will facilitate networking at the dinner meeting and can be used to communicate with attendees in advance or after the dinner meeting.
 
A final numbered RSVP list of attendees will be available along with the pre-published questions and an ID badge at the registration desk on the 5th.  Your number on the final RSVP list should be part of your introduction:  "I'm number x on the RSVP list …"  All attendees should have their sharp, crisp, 30 second elevator speech at the ready.  Too many "ahs, dees and doeses" will be cut off unceremoniously!
 
We will accept a LIMITED number of walk-ins on the June 5th.  Anyone who attends on the 5th and whose check has not been received by COB on June 4th will be charged $60 WITHOUT EXCEPTION. There will be NO refunds and no-shows WILL be billed. Walk-ins will not be on the preliminary RSVP or have a numbered badge.
 
Again, bring 50 copies of your bio/resume, leads, or materials you wish to be included in the handout the evening of June 5th.
 
Directions to the Holiday Inn at One Rt 46 Westbound in Totowa Park can be found at www.holiday-inn.com/totowanj  Traffic congestion in the Totowa area at rush hour is VERY substantial!!  Plan to allow at least an additional half hour to reach the Holiday Inn by 6pm on the 5th
 
If you would like to help out at the meeting on the June 5th, particularly with the "speed dating", volunteer to be a "Meeting Marshall" and call John Sampson at 973-248-3251 for details.  We can use your help!!!
 
Please join us for what always is a well attended evening of lively discussion, great networking opportunities, and a chance to just catch up.

MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

June 5th Dinner Mtg - Totowa - 6PM - Abby Kohut

June 12th no meeting

June 19th - Tues Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions. Get dir from BLK site - Bring 15 copies of your resume
3.

BCNC 6/4/12 - 5-8pm - Sheraton Mahwah

Posted by: "Alicja Lisnow" a_lisnow@yahoo.com   a_lisnow

Sat Jun 2, 2012 4:02 am (PDT)



BCNC Bergen Career Networking Community - Monday, June 4, 2012 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. Join our growing networking community! http://bcnc37.eventbrite.comEmployed or seeking career opportunities; become involved in a dynamic professional networking community, essential in today's economy for career development and professional success. Build relationships; expand your career and network by interacting with valuable and trusted contacts, sharing ideas, best practices, insights and perspectives in the marketplace. 

A FREE, informal and relaxing evening socializing with a community of professionals in various disciplines and industries. 

Register at: http://bcnc37.eventbrite.com

Sheraton Mahwah Hotel - Atrium Lounge 
1 International Boulevard, Route 17 North, Mahwah, NJ 07495 201-529-1660 

 

Cash bar and complimentary appetizers. 
**Bring food item for donation to food bank** 
**Bring business cards to exchange or for door prizes** 
**Business or business casual dress recommended*
**This event is open to all registered business professionals**

Alicja Lisnow, MSET Technology / Training / Sales Operations / Client ServicesA_Lisnow@Yahoo.com / 201.519.0545
LinkedIn / BCNC / NNJASTD Career Transition / MSET Portfolio  
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FINAL REMINDER: COMBINED DINNER MTG - TUES JUNE 5TH - ABBY KOHUT

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

Sat Jun 2, 2012 4:26 am (PDT)



MNA COMBINED DINNER MTG – TUESDAY, June 5th, 2012
 
On Tuesday evening, June 5th, MIS Network Associates (MNA), IT-Networking (IT NET), TENG, Monmouth Networking, The Breakfast Club of New Jersey (TBCNJ), ETP Network, and Careers In Transition (CIT) will host a combined dinner meeting for members, alumni, friends, recruiters, and guests at the Holiday Inn in Totowa NJ. 
Our speaker will be Abby Kohut, otherwise known to job seekers as "Absolutely Abby", a leader in corporate recruiting for the past 16 years. She has held positions such as Senior Director of Recruiting & Career Development for Kaplan, Inc., Employment Director at Sabert Corporation, and Manager of Global Recruiting for Alpharma, Inc.  She is currently the President of Staffing Symphony, LLC, a staffing consulting company, and over the past 6 years has had clients in the healthcare, pharmaceutical, non-profit, legal, and publishing industries.  A leader in her field, and a well-known speaker on campaigning to get connected, Abby can help you find the position you are striving for.  She has facilitated employment for attendees at over 200 events like this in the recent past, and has set a goal to help one million job seekers.
The schedule for the dinner meeting on June 5th will be:
 
-         6:00 to 7:00 pm – Registration, "speed dating", and cash bar
-         7:00 to 7:15 pm – General introductions
-         7:15 pm             -- Dinner
-         8:00 pm             – Abby Kohut
 
Following our usual meeting format, after you have registered and added your resume, etc. to the handout piles, everyone will participate in a series of informal networking groups i.e. "speed dating", before we sit down for dinner and the general introductions. Briefly, the "speed dating" informal groups will consist of 3 to 5 attendees and last a period of about 10 minutes – or 2 minutes per person. At the end of the 10 minutes, the groups will breakup and find new "partners".  Suggested dialogues for the groups will be provided at the registration along with a numbered RSVP list – see below.
 
There will be an opportunity to circulate up to 50 copies of your resume, personal bio, leads, or other appropriate material in a handout for each participant from the dinner.
 
The cost will be $45 for everyone if forwarded by mail or other to John Sampson by COB Monday, June 4th at 2 Blackfoot Cir, Wayne NJ 07470.  Checks should be made out to John Sampson who can be reached by phone at 973-248-3251 or via email at jcsspike@yahoo.com.  Reservations can also be made by contacting Lizanne Fiorentino at adminedg@optonline.net but checks must be sent directly to John. 
 
To facilitate the networking on the event on June 5th, we will create an RSVP list of those planning to attend which will include for those attendees who are working, current work affiliation, email address, three previous companies you've worked for/consulted at, professional job interest or position availability must be included in your RSVP.
 
For those attendees who are in transition, three target companies and your last permanent or consulting affiliation should be included in your RSVP. An initial list of attendees will be emailed to all the RSVPs, members of MNA, TENG, Monmouth Networking, IT-Net, ETP Network, CIT, and other interested parties on Sunday, June 3rd.  The RSVP list will facilitate networking at the dinner meeting and can be used to communicate with attendees in advance or after the dinner meeting.
 
A final numbered RSVP list of attendees will be available along with the pre-published questions and an ID badge at the registration desk on the 5th.  Your number on the final RSVP list should be part of your introduction:  "I'm number x on the RSVP list …"  All attendees should have their sharp, crisp, 30 second elevator speech at the ready.  Too many "ahs, dees and doeses" will be cut off unceremoniously!
 
We will accept a LIMITED number of walk-ins on the June 5th.  Anyone who attends on the 5th and whose check has not been received by COB on June 4th will be charged $60 WITHOUT EXCEPTION. There will be NO refunds and no-shows WILL be billed. Walk-ins will not be on the preliminary RSVP or have a numbered badge.
 
Again, bring 50 copies of your bio/resume, leads, or materials you wish to be included in the handout the evening of June 5th.
 
Directions to the Holiday Inn at One Rt 46 Westbound in Totowa Park can be found at www.holiday-inn.com/totowanj  Traffic congestion in the Totowa area at rush hour is VERY substantial!!  Plan to allow at least an additional half hour to reach the Holiday Inn by 6pm on the 5th
 
If you would like to help out at the meeting on the June 5th, particularly with the "speed dating", volunteer to be a "Meeting Marshall" and call John Sampson at 973-248-3251 for details.  We can use your help!!!
 
Please join us for what always is a well attended evening of lively discussion, great networking opportunities, and a chance to just catch up.

MIS Ntwk Assoc Mtg Dates:

June 5th Dinner Mtg - Totowa - 6PM - Abby Kohut

June 12th no meeting

June 19th - Tues Reg Mtg - 6 pm - Berman Larson Kane Offices, Paramus - DO NOT use GPS for directions. Get dir from BLK site - Bring 15 copies of your resume
2.

LEAD:  IT BA Mgmt - NJ - P & C Ins - 6 fig

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

Sat Jun 2, 2012 4:26 am (PDT)




Hi John – I hope this note finds you doing well and enjoying the warmer weather. You told me I could always contact you for networking purposes and as a result I wanted to see if you might be able to lend me an assist.
I am working with an insurance client in Central NJ to help them find someone to oversee their Business Analysis IT function in support of my client's Property & Casualty business. This is a senior role, reporting to the CIO and will have C-Level interaction, as well as relationship mgmt responsibility with the IT development teams, the IT PMO, and the IT QA organization. Do you happen to know anyone within your network who led a business analysis/requirement gathering organization who you might be able to refer to me for this role? This role will pay in the high $100's as a base salary, and will also pay a significant bonus, to those that deserve one. I have cut/paste below the high-level job description for your review and potential forward. Thanks in advance for any and all help here. – Steven
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities:

·Candidate needs to have strong experience in managing IT Business Analysis practices to include managing requirements in Architecture, Development Services, Quality Assurance and Testing.

·This position will represent the face of IT, and manage the relationships with all Senior Level Business Partners and have 9 direct reports.

·Must have strong leadership skills, be able to influence stakeholders and drive practices.

·Experience with Rational tool Suite would be helpful.

Property & Casualty Claims experience would be a huge + but is not mandatory

Must be able to

• Define and direct the goals and activities of the Business Analysis discipline
• Provide supervisory oversight and guidance to Claim IT Business Specialists to support them and their teams in the completion of Business Analysis artifacts/deliverables.
• Align business strategy to technical solutions.
• Manage Business Partner Services budget and resources
• Facilitate issue resolution and clearly communicate cross-organization decisions, standards and discussions to relevant business parties
• Partner with IT technology teams to engage business partners and vendors in developing technology/product strategies
• Proactively mentor Business Analysts and promote consistent career management, performance measurements and skill development
• Identify ways to share resources to promote information sharing and career/skill development
• Generate ideas for new/improved business and technology functions and/or initiatives
• Maintain expert understanding of Business Analysis and Requirements Management procedures and Claim applications across multiple technologies and relevant industry trends, and provide expert input into development of guidelines, standards, polities and procedures

Additional Recommended Responsibilities:

Knowledge
• Bachelor's Degree (required) or Master's Degree (preferred)
• 10 + years business analysis management
• Strong knowledge of relevant applications and development of lifecycles
• Strong influencing/negotiation skills
• Strong interpersonal/relationship management skills
 
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