Data Test Analysts with Optim

Test Data Analyst - IBM Optim
Looking for Data Test Analysts with Optim,

Q/A Lead - ETL, DATAWAREHOUSING

Q/A Lead -
Skills : QA (Quality test center 9.x, ETL, DATAWAREHOUSING)
Location City, State: Glen Allen, VA

Configuration Specialist - GuideWire

GuideWire configuration Specialist
Duration: 6 Months
Location Glen Allen VA

Test Architect - Call or Contact Center technology

Test Architect - Call or Contact Center technology background.
Skills : Test Architect, Edify IVR legacy IVR platform
Location: Indianapolis, IN or Mason, OH OR Richmond VA.

Developer - Microstrategy FLEX SDK

Developer, MICROSTRATEGY, FLEX, SDK (Systems development Kit)
Richmond, VA

We have the following exciting opportunity with our client:

The client is in need of very intelligent very technical Microstrategy Developer with strong Flex skills as well as experience with SDK (System develoment Kit) to work on a variety of projects for a growing development company in Richmond VA.
The company is looking for developers that have successful project experience primarily converting analytics into visuals with RIC using flex.
Client may consider a candidate who only has 2 of the three skills but they must be a superstar.
6 months initial contract with extensions.


Giridhar Ram

Regional Resources Manager
Computer Enterprises, Inc.
Email: 100-78-MH1583@apply.maxhire.net

QA Test Analyst - UNIX Administration

QA Test Analyst
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluates, recommends, and implements automated test tools and strategies.
• Develops, maintains, and upgrades automated test scripts and architectures for application products.
• Also writes, implements, and reports status for system test cases for testing.
• Analyzes test cases and provides regular progress reports.
• May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty.
• 3 -6 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practiews, and procedures.
• Excellent multitasking, leadership and managerial skills required.
• Knowledge of a variety of technologies and/or the ability to understand technology dependencies and manage technology integration required.
  

Additional Job Description Details

• This resource must have strong experience in the IBM Rational toolset with an emphasis on Rational ClearQuest, Rational RequisitePro and Rational testing solutions.
• Strong preference given to those with Unix administration experience and ability to lead projects use and adoption of the solutions.

Contact: gram@ceiamerica.com

QA Test Analyst - Rational Tools

SUMMARY
QA Test Analyst

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluates, recommends, and implements automated test tools and strategies.
• Develops, maintains, and upgrades automated test scripts and architectures for application products.
• Also writes, implements, and reports status for system test cases for testing.
• Analyzes test cases and provides regular progress reports.
• May require a bachelor's degree in area of specialty.
• 3 -6 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practiews, and procedures. Excellent multitasking, leadership and managerial skills required.
• Knowledge of a variety of technologies and/or the ability to understand technology dependencies and manage technology integration required.

Additional Job Description Details

• This resource must have great ClearQuest and ClearCase experience.
• They need to have good experience in Unix environment and have Perl scripting experience.
• They should have experience migrating ClearQuest and ClearCase users from one environment to another.

Contact: gram@ceiamerica.com

Project Manager, PMP - ETL/DataWarehouse environment

Project Manager, PMP - ETL/DataWarehouse environment - Richmond VA

Database Administrator - Richmond VA

Database Administrator:- SQL Server - Richmond VA

• Administers, maintains, develops and implements policies and procedures for ensuring the security and integrity of the company database.
• Implements data models and database designs, data access and table maintenance codes; resolves database performance issues, database capacity issues, replication, and other distributed data issues.
• May require a bachelor's degree in a related area and 2-4 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
• Experience with database procedure development.
• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills are required.
• Experience with SQL server 2005 or above is required.
• Experience with T-SQL is required.
• Desired Business knowledge, technical knowledge and knowledge of database administration techniques and database administration

Contact:-

Giridhar Ram

gram@ceiamerica.com

Java/J2EE Developer - Richmond VA

We are looking for 2-3 Java/J2EE Sr Developers for a prestigious client in Richmond VA. Please let me know if you will be interested and available for this project.



Qualifications


Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or a related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
At least 4-5 years experience in role as a senior Java developer, preferably on large transactional systems.
Experience with at least one major J2EE based application server - preferably WebLogic 8.x
Advanced experience with Java 2 v1.x, Java Servlet v.2.x, EJB 2.0, JDBC, XML, HTML/JavaScript and Struts
At least 5 years experience in the IT industry working in the area of application development
Working knowledge of any major RDBMS (preferable Oracle)
Strong ability to communicate effectively within the development team
Strong ability to work independently to implement functionality from business requirements or high level technical design
Java 2 or Weblogic Certifications are a plus
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients and IT management and staffs.

Contact :
Giridhar Ram
Regional Resources Manager
Computer Enterprises, Inc.
Tel: (804) 545 3490
Fax: (412) 341 3891
Email: gram@ceiamerica.com
www.ceiamerica.com

Business Analyst - Disease Management - Richmond VA

Business Analyst - Disease Management - Richmond VA

Overview:

* This is NOT a Systems Analyst role. This is a pure Business Analyst role that will be managed in the IT organization.
* Formulates and defines business change scope and objectives through research and fact-finding combined with a basic understanding of business systems and industry requirements.
* Recommend creative process solutions to business problems impacting a functional area.
* Will be deployed to work with Operational and Product Development units to define business requirements for major system initiatives.
* Will work under supervision of Technical Product Director and Technical Product Managers.

Qualifications:

* Typically requires BS/BA degree and 4 plus years experience.
* Works under general supervision.
* Experience performing research and analysis activities systematically to develop well supported, cost effective recommendations.
* Demonstrated knowledge of process management as related to identifying the key drivers and measures of success for the business.
* Demonstrated knowledge of process simulation and workflow analysis and modeling tools.
* Relevant healthcare business knowledge and/or knowledge of the Disease Management Industry are a HUGE plus for this position.

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

* Analysis of business and user needs in order to document business requirements (includes requirements, workflows, process flows, and other business modeling documentation).
* Lead business requirement development sessions.
* Interface with application development technical resources to convey and represent business needs as system enhancements are developed.


Contact:
Giridhar Ram
gram@ceiamerica.com

Developer - J2EE GOogle Web Toolkit (GWT)

Java/J2EE Google Web toolkit - Mason OH.
**GWT Google Web Toolkit - Required **Must have strong experience with GWT***

Citirx Admin - short term-6 week contract in Richmond

I have a 6 week project with our client in Richmond VA.
This project is for Citrix Infrastructure in preparation for the H1N1 outbreak when schools start back up.
Education/Certification Requirements: Citrix Administrator/Citrix Engineer/VMware Responsibility will be to administer our current Citrix environment and to also build out a new Citrix Silo on VMware

Contact:
Giridhar Ram
gram@ceiamerica.com

Test Architect

I'm looking for a Test Architect for one of our direct client, the start date will be 1st Oct and tentative end date of 12/31/2010. The role will be strictly a TA role initially, though it will morph into an enterprise test lead type role during execution. Location anywhere in US, though Richmond VA would be most preferred. One big plus as a candidate should have is experience with EDI messaging, especially HIPA 4010A & 5010.



If you are interested, Please highlight this experience when you submit resume.


1. Recent experience in a test leadership role as an architect (more than one project, typically several).
2. Direct interaction with Sr. level management & program stakeholders as an "influence-maker", not an order taker or participant.

3. Experience managing multiple testing phases (SIT, UAT, EtE) on a large scale, enterprise wide program across multiple applications areas & business units.

4. The candidates have upwards of 10+ years experience in a test architect capacity.
5. The candidates distinguished themselves when discussing their depth of knowledge and breadth of experience.
6. They had lead from the initial stages of a program all testing strategy work, moving into an actionable plan that covered all based along the quality spectrum.





A Test Architect is a:



Seasoned testing professional with experience establishing testing from the ground up on large-scale, enterprise wide projects/programs
Successfully engineered/developed testing strategy, design and planning for said programs
Managed concurrently efforts in the system test, UAT and End-To-End space.
Apply corporate standards to the program
Developed a defect management process when one does not exist, considering a diverse group of teams with different levels of maturity.
Understands test data and how to acquire and apply TDM principles to testing
Expert in Regression and Automation strategy and execution
Leverage "tools" when needed
Has experience interfacing, influencing and "standing up" to Senior Leadership (both IT and the Business)!
OUTSTANDING COMMUNICATION SKILLS are a must.

Sr SQL Server DBA

looking for a Senior-level Database Architect/Developer/Administrator


SQL 2000/2005/2008 versions.
SSIS, cubes, SSRS

It's a large financial services company seeks DBA that are responsible for almost everything from development to production support.

This is a 6 month contract with option to hire.

Candidate must be able to pass extensive in-depth technical interview and apply abstract thinking to solve problems.
Must be able to meet dead lines and work very hard.
Must be versatile and a good communicator.
Prestigious company in Downtown Richmond VA.


About CEI

www.ceiamerica.com

CEI is a Dynamic, Financially Stable, Award-Winning Strategy, Technology Architecture and Software Consulting Company.
CEI has been named three times consecutively to both the Inc. 500 list of America's fastest growing companies and the Smart 100 list of America's most innovative IT service providers.
CEI prides itself on staying ahead of the technology innovation curve and is an Active Partner to some of the market's best technology innovators, including IBM, BEA, ATG, Sun, Microsoft, PeopleSoft, Oracle, and Documentum.
CEI has been successfully assessed at CMMi Level 5
CEI has been trusted by 62% of the Fortune 50 companies and over 50% of the Fortune 500 companies.

CEI - Richmond Branch

CEI opens Richmond Branch in the "State of Art" Technology Corridor - Innsbrook in Richmond Virginia.

Contact
Giridhar Ram
Regional Resources Manager
Computer Enterprises, Inc.
Tel: (804) 658 3494
Fax: (412) 341 3891
Email: gram@ceiamerica.com
IM: gdram@hotmail.com
www.ceiamerica.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/gdram

QA Analyst - Richmond VA

QA Analyst

Responsible for assisting in the analysis/design/development of testing/quality processes.
Essential duties to include, but are not limited to:
Assisting in the preparation of test plans, test scenarios and test cases,
Maintaining a link of test scenarios to system requirements,
Conducting testing to assure developed product conforms to requirements and design,
Reviewing defects and assessing product quality,
Consulting with project team and application support groups regarding testing.
Performs data verification and testing
Performs other duties as assigned:

Qualifications:

BA/BS in Computer Science or Information Systems or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
3+ years experience as a QA Analyst required
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
Excellent Time Management Skills
Must be a self-starter and able to hit the ground running
Experience with SQL required
Experience with SQL Server 2005 a plus but not required
Knowledge of Test Director required
Experience with software development methodologies


About CEI

www.ceiamerica.com
CEI is a Dynamic, Financially Stable, Award-Winning Strategy, Technology Architecture and Software Consulting Company.
CEI has been named three times consecutively to both the Inc. 500 list of America’s fastest growing companies and the Smart 100 list of America’s most innovative IT service providers.
CEI prides itself on staying ahead of the technology innovation curve and is an Active Partner to some of the market's best technology innovators, including IBM, BEA, ATG, Sun, Microsoft, PeopleSoft, Oracle, and Documentum.
CEI has been successfully assessed at CMMi Level 5
CEI has been trusted by 62% of the Fortune 50 companies and over 50% of the Fortune 500 companies.

QA - ClearQuest Migration

We are looking for a QA Engineer with experience working on ClearQuest Migration.

Evaluates, recommends, and implements Clear Quest.
Able to plan & execute migrations from approximately 25 user databases into ClearQuest Enterprise database.
Able to work independently to complete this task while leveraging extended team for infrastructure questions/concerns.
Has ClearQuest certification from IBM.

Contract duration: 5 months
Location: Louisville KY


About CEI

www.ceiamerica.com
CEI is a Dynamic, Financially Stable, Award-Winning Strategy, Technology Architecture and Software Consulting Company.
CEI has been named three times consecutively to both the Inc. 500 list of America’s fastest growing companies and the Smart 100 list of America’s most innovative IT service providers.
CEI prides itself on staying ahead of the technology innovation curve and is an Active Partner to some of the market's best technology innovators, including IBM, BEA, ATG, Sun, Microsoft, PeopleSoft, Oracle, and Documentum.
CEI has been successfully assessed at CMMi Level 5
CEI has been trusted by 62% of the Fortune 50 companies and over 50% of the Fortune 500 companies.

Business Systems Analyst - Healthcare - Richmond VA

Business Systems / Data Analyst



Responsible for assisting in defining and managing the project requirements for integration projects. Essential duties to include, but are not limited to: Assists in the definition of the functional, usability, reliability, performance and support requirements of a system, and acts as a liaison between the application development and data warehousing team. Assists with system requirements definition, design, testing, training and implementation support. Applies use of tools to define requirements and documentation. Facilitates the identification of potential gaps in available data and collaborates with both teams to determine best means for acquiring the data needed. Performs other duties as assigned.



QUALIFICATIONS

BA/BS in computer science or information systems or equivalent combination of education and experience.
2 or more years of systems analysis experience
Excellent analytical, PC and problem solving skills
Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
Excellent Time Management Skills
Must be a self-starter and able to hit the ground running
Experience in SQL required
Experience with SQL Server 2005 a plus but not required.
Knowledge of Test Director strongly preferred
Knowledge of data warehousing concepts strongly desired.


About CEI

www.ceiamerica.com
CEI is a Dynamic, Financially Stable, Award-Winning Strategy, Technology Architecture and Software Consulting Company.
CEI has been named three times consecutively to both the Inc. 500 list of America’s fastest growing companies and the Smart 100 list of America’s most innovative IT service providers.
CEI prides itself on staying ahead of the technology innovation curve and is an Active Partner to some of the market's best technology innovators, including IBM, BEA, ATG, Sun, Microsoft, PeopleSoft, Oracle, and Documentum.
CEI has been successfully assessed at CMMi Level 5
CEI has been trusted by 62% of the Fortune 50 companies and over 50% of the Fortune 500 companies.

Windows FTP Analyst

We are looking for a Windows Analyst with experience working on FTP.


This position will support our FTP team for new projects and maintenance work; using Windows batch files, WS-FTP Professional scripts, VSHELL secure FTP server, and IIS FTP services.

Skills: FTP, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Windows Server 2003

Richmond, VA

About CEI
www.ceiamerica.com

CEI is a Dynamic, Financially Stable, Award-Winning Strategy, Technology Architecture and Software Consulting Company.
CEI has been named three times consecutively to both the Inc. 500 list of America’s fastest growing companies and the Smart 100 list of America’s most innovative IT service providers.
CEI prides itself on staying ahead of the technology innovation curve and is an Active Partner to some of the market's best technology innovators, including IBM, BEA, ATG, Sun, Microsoft, PeopleSoft, Oracle, and Documentum.
CEI has been successfully assessed at CMMi Level 5
CEI has been trusted by 62% of the Fortune 50 companies and over 50% of the Fortune 500 companies.

Associate Architect - J2EE - Philadelphia PA

We have the following exciting opportunity with our client:

Position: Software Architect/Business Analyst
Location: Philadelphia PA / Mount Laurel NJ
Reports to: Manager of Software Development


Job Summary
Architect and Design enterprise Web applications using MVC framework, Hibernate and service oriented architecture (SOA) principles. Responsible for functional and technical designs of cross-platform applications & services. Perform Business Analysis and Requirement Analysis with the end user in the Cable/Telecom BSS/OSS environment. The candidate must demonstrate progressive leadership in the full life cycle software development environment.


Major Duties
• Architect enterprise applications using Agile methodology. This includes creating Detailed Design using UML, Process Flows, Sequence Diagrams, and some times pseudo-code level details.
• Leverage Enterprise Service Layer framework for the SOA for the architecture.
• Create designs involving XML/Web-Services that integrate various distributed applications.
• Perform Business Analysis and Requirement Analysis with the help of end-user in the Cable/Telecom BSS/OSS environment
• Develop prototype and architecture for new concepts and technology that would eventually be used by the Development teams.
• Develop Functional designs including Use Cases while interacting with Business Partners as well as End Customers.
• Develop Designs of the User Interfaces (UI) especially Java based UI using struts and JSPs
• Create conceptual Data Model for the database interaction.
• Closely work with Enterprise Architects, Developers, and Business Partners while developing design solutions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Education
• Bachelors degree in Computer Science or related field.

Skills and Experience
•
• 7+ yrs experience in Software Development, with 2+ yrs. experience as an architect/designer.
• 2+ years experience using Enterprise Architect or Rational or Other Modeling tools.
• 2+ years experience developing SOA Applications using BEA Technical Stack. is a plus
• 2+ years experience coding J2EE Applications.
• 2+ years experience integrating distributed Applications including .Net, J2EE, and Client/Server Applications.
• 2+ yrs experience in Business Analysis and Requirement Analysis, as well as demonstrated ability to solve end customers problems.
• Experience with Hibernate or JDO a plus.
• Experience designing and developing web applications using MVC Framework, custom tags and COTs a plus.
• Experience with CSS, JavaScript and Ajax a plus
• Experience promoting TDD using JUNIT, HttpUnit, Code Coverage tools and EasyMock or JMock a plus
• Experience with automation of Web Application Testing using tools such as Selenium a plus
• Experience with evaluation of COTs for Web Application Development a plus
• Experience designing and developing Custom Tag libraries a plus
• Experience in a Cable, Telecom, or a Media company a plus.
• Full life-cycle development in an enterprise development environment.
• Exposure to Agile methodology a plus.
• Development using relational database preferably using Oracle or SQL Server, Hibernate
Ability to create cost-estimates and software/system development Business Cases.
• Experience with Voice, Data, Video, Wireless technology a plus.
• Should have excellent communication, negotiation, decision making, and problem solving skills.
• Must be a team player.
• Must have "can do" /"will do" attitude.


Overview of CEI

Founded in 1992, CEI provides IT contracting, project services and outsourcing to clients across the United States, including over 60% of the Fortune 50. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, the company maintains satellite offices in Westlake Village, CA; New York, NY; Indianapolis, IN; and Richmond, VA. CEI also operates a state-of-the-art outsourcing and development center in Chennai, India. CEI is currently attained SEI CMMi Level 5. The company incorporates CMM and CMMI practices with agile development processes in its exclusive Global Agile Development approach to project services. This approach enables CEI to deliver solid application development and management services while remaining agile to address changing requirements and foster communication between clients and development teams. Positioning itself for future solutions innovation, CEI has partnered with Carnegie Mellon University on the eSourcing Capability Model for Service Providers (eSCM-SP) for achieving world-class IT outsourcing services. CEI is the first mid-sized company to pilot the model throughout its US and Indian operations.

Fast Facts for CEI

Founded in 1992, Headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA, $36M revenues, 400+ employees, Inc. Magazine's Inc. 500 honoree, VARBusiness 500 honoree, Smart Partner Magazine's, Sm@rt 100 honoree, Pittsburgh Technology Council's Technology 50 honoree, Pittsburgh 100 honoree.

CEI has clients across the United States, including over 60% of the Fortune 50.
CEI partners with leading technology innovators.
CEI has internal and consulting jobs in the latest IT technologies.
CEI has 17 years experience in IT staffing and placement.
CEI also offers complete benefits and green card sponsorship.

Contact :
Giridhar Ram
gram@ceiamerica.com

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Business Analyst - Healthcare : Richmond VA

Busines Analyst - Healthcare : Richmond VA
Overview:
• This is a pure Business Analyst role that will be managed in the IT organization.
• Formulates and defines business change scope and objectives through research and fact-finding combined with a basic understanding of business systems and industry requirements.
• Recommend creative process solutions to business problems impacting a functional area.
• Will be deployed to work with Operational and Product Development units to define business requirements for major system initiatives.
• Will work under supervision of Technical Product Director and Technical Product Managers.
Qualifications:
• Typically requires BS/BA degree and 4 plus years experience.
• Works under general supervision.
• Experience performing research and analysis activities systematically to develop well supported, cost effective recommendations.
• Demonstrated knowledge of process management as related to identifying the key drivers and measures of success for the business.
• Demonstrated knowledge of process simulation and workflow analysis and modeling tools.
• Relevant healthcare business knowledge and/or knowledge of the Disease Management Industry is a HUGE plus for this position.
Essential duties include, but are not limited to:
• Analysis of business and user needs in order to document business requirements (includes requirements, workflows, process flows, and other business modeling documentation).
• Lead business requirement development sessions.
• Interface with application development technical resources to convey and represent business needs as system enhancements are developed

Contact :
Giridhar Ram
gram@ceiamerica.com

Database Analyst / Developer - Sql Server - Richmond VA

Database Analyst / Developer - SQL Server 2000 Client

Reviews, evaluates, designs, implements and maintains company database[s].
Identifies data sources, constructs data decomposition diagrams, provides data flow diagrams and documents the process.
Writes codes for database access, modifications, and constructions including stored procedures.
May require a bachelor's degree in a related area. 5 years of experience in the field or in a related area.
Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Performs a variety of complicated tasks.
May lead and direct the work of others.
Typically reports to a project leader or manager. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Solution Designer / Sr Business Analyst / Requirements Management - West Chester PA

Job Title: Solution Designer / Sr Business Analyst
Reports to: Manager or Director of Cross Services Systems Requirements

JOB SUMMARY:
The Solution Designer will be responsible for interfacing with business units to understand their needs, working with various architecture and development teams to create a solution to the business need utilizing application and services infrastructure, and then working with impacted development and testing team(s) to ensure successful delivery of the proposed solution. Projects will include working with business needs for Video, High Speed Data, Digital Voice and other emerging technologies. The successful candidate will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and a background in architecture and business/system analysis. Proven experience in requirements gathering techniques, use case definition, architecture diagramming, sequence diagrams, test planning/execution and system requirement analysis.

The main responsibilities is the job will be gathering requirements and translating those requirements into high level/conceptual designs in these two documents:

SAID - Scope Architecture Impact, Delivery document
Solution to meet PRD (Product Requirements Document/Business case)
Existing/Future Processes
Systems/Group impacted, system effort estimates
Typically a PowerPoint presentation

SRD - Solution Requirements & Design Document
High level uses cases to fulfill SAID processes
Functional requirements by system
UI requirements (mock-ups)


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING: *
• Collaborate with business units requesting systems changes to clarify and document business requirements and business process flows
• Work with business to identify ROI of proposed changes/enhancements to systems
• Partner with Architecture and Development teams to identify feasible solutions and Services that meet the business need
• Document requirements, use cases, architecture diagrams, and sequence diagrams
• Conduct user interviews, JAD sessions, and other forums to define and capture requirements and design of the solution
• Collaborate with application development and test teams to ensure that use cases and system requirements are understood and actionable
• Utilize requirements management tools to maintain traceability between requirements, design elements, and development work
• Present solutions to executive leadership, business requesters, architects, development and testing teams
• Make informed decisions and choices based upon priority, business necessity and bottom line impacts
• Assess work effort, provide timelines for completion of work and deliver within set expectations
• Creates regular status reports

Creating and Delivering Solutions
• Solves complex problems; takes a new strategic and/or tactical perspective on existing solutions
• Is creative in approaching issues and opportunities
• Proven ability to successfully handle multiple projects at one time and delegate tasks to available team members as necessary; drive successful outcome with minimal supervision
• Responds to demands created by diverse tasks, complicated assignments and/or fluctuating volume of assignments by putting in time and effort necessary to complete the work
• Ability to produce the desired result in accordance with specified standards and department metrics
• Completes work assignments accurately and without substantive errors
• Assures that all aspects of each work assignment are present and properly organized
• Assumes responsibility for quality assurance of their own work
• Owns the project and problem resolution

Working Relationships
• Make informed decisions and choices based upon priority, business necessity and bottom line impacts
• Proven ability to understand all aspects of the business need and key business drivers and translate into technical solutions that help anticipate and facilitate possible future business needs
• Identifies issues, assesses and communicates risks and mitigations; recognizes and engages escalation efforts as needed
• Proactively attempts to resolve issues before they become issues and/or escalations
• Ability to develop, maintain and strengthen partnerships with others
• Strong personal leadership skills: interpersonal communications, collaboration, and negotiation
• Must be able to use resolution skills to negotiate "win-win" solutions
• Contributes to the achievement of team goals; team player and team leader
• Encourages and coaches the exchange of ideas amongst all members of the team
• Explains difficult concepts, persuades, and negotiates with individuals with diverse backgrounds and business interests to adopt a point of view
• Keeps others fully informed using all available means demonstrating responsiveness and follow-through to customer needs

Minimum Qualifications:
• College/University graduate or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5-7 years writing IT requirements experience in a complex work environment
• Minimum 8-10 years working in IT with SDLC
• Proficiency in documenting Use Cases, Requirements, Activity Diagrams and Sequence Diagrams in a technical environment
• Understanding of SOA and experience writing requirements in a SOA environment
• Experience, leading creating and working with detailed architecture diagrams and design tools Experience conducting JAD/RAD/AGILE /Waterfall scrum sessions
• Strong analytical, critical thinking and problem solving skills
• Advanced proficiency with use of Microsoft Office applications including, Word, MS Project, Excel and Visio and other tools that facilitate the requirements gathering and design phases of the SDLC
• Ability to work and deliver under the pressure of deadlines and commitments to the customer
• Demonstrates professionalism in all areas of work
• Proficient at time management and meeting deadlines and flexible with changing priorities

Additional Preferred Qualifications:
• BA/BS or Associate degree in Computer Science or related field
• Experience in cable, telecommunications, and/or wireless
• Experience writing code as a software developer
• CBAP Certification
• DOORS experience or other requirements management and traceability tools

Overview of CEI

Founded in 1992, CEI provides IT contracting, project services and outsourcing to clients across the United States, including over 60% of the Fortune 50. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, the company maintains satellite offices in Westlake Village, CA; New York, NY; Indianapolis, IN; and Richmond, VA. CEI also operates a state-of-the-art outsourcing and development center in Chennai, India. CEI is currently attained SEI CMMi Level 5. The company incorporates CMM and CMMI practices with agile development processes in its exclusive Global Agile Development approach to project services. This approach enables CEI to deliver solid application development and management services while remaining agile to address changing requirements and foster communication between clients and development teams. Positioning itself for future solutions innovation, CEI has partnered with Carnegie Mellon University on the eSourcing Capability Model for Service Providers (eSCM-SP) for achieving world-class IT outsourcing services. CEI is the first mid-sized company to pilot the model throughout its US and Indian operations.

Fast Facts for CEI

Founded in 1992, Headquarters in Pittsburgh, PA, $36M revenues, 400+ employees, Inc. Magazine's Inc. 500 honoree, VARBusiness 500 honoree, Smart Partner Magazine's, Sm@rt 100 honoree, Pittsburgh Technology Council's Technology 50 honoree, Pittsburgh 100 honoree.

CEI has clients across the United States, including over 60% of the Fortune 50.
CEI partners with leading technology innovators.
CEI has internal and consulting jobs in the latest IT technologies.
CEI has 17 years experience in IT staffing and placement.
CEI also offers complete benefits and green card sponsorship.

Giridhar Ram
Regional Resources Manager
Computer Enterprises, Inc.
Manor Oak Two
1910 Cochran Road, Suite 230
Pittsburgh, PA 15220
Tel: (804) 381-6799
Fax: (412) 341 3891
Email: gram@ceiamerica.com
IM: gdram@hotmail.com
http://www.ceiamerica.com/
http://www.linkedin.com/in/gdram