Description:The Oracle Cloud architect proactively and holistically designs, deploys, and supports OCI infrastructure and applications, optimizing prioritization, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to achieve project outcomes. They understand the concepts of business goals, objectives and business outcomes, business capabilities, value-streams and business processes and their importance in cloud architecture. Cloud architect provides the necessary leadership, analysis and design tasks related to support the development of technology solutions to ensure that solutions meet business needs and align with architectural governance and standards.
Credentials and Experience:A bachelor's degree in computer science, information-technology, engineering, system analysis or a related study, or equivalent experienceA minimum of five years of experience Oracle Cloud development disciplines, including technical or infrastructure architecture, network management, application development, middleware, database management and securityExperience with implementing Oracle Cloud Fusion as a Cloud Architect Good understanding of strategic and emerging technology trends, and the practical application of existing and emerging technologies to new and evolving business and operating modelsGood understanding of product management, agile principles and development methodologies and capability of supporting agile teams by providing advice and guidance on opportunities, impact and risks, taking account of technical and architectural debtExperience developing architecture blueprints, strategies and roadmapsIdentify and resolve issues related to cloud infrastructure and services. Provide support for incident management and disaster recovery
Skills:Expertise in cloud computing concepts and architectures.Proficiency in cloud service deployment, management, and optimization.Strong understanding of security practices and compliance.Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)Experience with scripting and automation tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible)Knowledge of networking, storage, and database services in the cloudData savvy with knowledge of various aspects of Oracle Cloud architecture like integration, network and security Good understanding of information principles and processesUnderstanding and knowledge of system development life cycle methodologies (such as waterfall, spiral, agile software development, rapid prototyping, incremental, synchronize and stabilize and DevOps)Understanding and knowledge of IT service management (ITSM) and information technology infrastructure library (ITIL)Hands-on experience in different modeling languages (such as UML and ArchiMate)Understanding of IT standards and controlsIndustry experience in applying application development methodologies and infrastructure and network architecture Proven analytical, planning, organizational and technical and skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to work with developers in an outsourced environment
Competencies:Organizationally savvy, with the ability to navigate organizational politics with tactSkilled at influencing, guiding and facilitating stakeholders and peers with decision making Ability to articulate new ideas and concepts to technical and nontechnical audiencesSkilled at understanding the long-term ("big picture") and short-term perspectives of situationsProficient in translating future-state business capabilities and requirements into solution architecture requirementsAbility to propose and estimate the financial impact of solution architecture alternativesEffective interpersonal skills to work creatively and analytically for solving business problems and propose solutionsApt at quickly comprehending the functions and capabilities of new technologies
Characteristics:Trusted and respected as a thought leader who can influence and persuade business and IT leaders and IT development teams Technology neutral: remains unbiased toward any specific technology or vendor choice and is more interested in results than personal preferencesDisplays intellectual curiosity and integrityMotivated and driven by achieving long-term business outcomesAbility to work effectively in a team environment and lead cross-functional teams
End Client: State of Virginia Job Title: Network EngineerDuration: 10+ Months Location: 7700 Midlothian Tpke, N. Richmond, VA 23261Position Type: Contract Interview Type: In-Person OnlyCeipal ID: SVA_DNS940_VVRequirement ID: VSP - Network Engineer 4 - In Person Interviews Only (754940)
Department: Virginia State Police (VSP)
Job description
The Network Engineer 4 is responsible for leading and coordinating activities to procure and install LiveScans statewide, to advise agencies as they define their LiveScan equipment and network requirements, to assist agencies to upgrade existing equipment, to create network connectivity between cloud-based LiveScan servers and agency LiveScans, to coordinate network connectivity and the configuration of state and agency systems to integrate these systems with cloud-based LiveScan servers, to coordinate activities with IT suppliers and state technical personnel. Performs other duties as assigned. The person selected for this position will work full-time onsite at Virginia State Police Headquarters, 7700 Midlothian Tpke, North Chesterfield, VA 23235. Working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5:00pm, excluding state holidays.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Advanced computer skills are required, particularly related to personal computer, PC peripherals and network technical support that aligns with the responsibilities summarized in the Job Description. In addition, strong candidates will have expertise related to advanced network administration concepts (DHCP, DNS, routers, firewall, etc.); experience in troubleshooting computer software/hardware problems; advanced customer relations skills; good verbal and written communication skills; ability to control and manage several projects simultaneously; working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, and MS outlook; and strong analytical and decision-making skills.
Required Skills:5 years of Advanced computer skills are required, particularly related to personal computer, PC peripherals and network technical support. (Required)5 Years of expertise related to advanced network administration concepts (DHCP, DNS, routers, firewall, etc.) (Required)5 Years of experience in troubleshooting computer software/hardware problems (Required)5 Years of advanced customer relations skills. (Required)5 Years of good verbal and written communication skills (Required)5 Years of ability to control and manage several projects simultaneously (Required)5 Years of working knowledge of MS Word, MS Excel, and MS outlook (Required)5 Years of strong analytical and decision-making skills. (Required).
For more details, please connect with Omair Khan at 609-371-5400 Ext 327 or email him at omairk@vgroupinc.com
Job Title: Oracle PL/SQL DeveloperDuration: 8+ Months (Possible extension)Start Date: ASAPLocation: Tallahassee, FL 32301Position Type: ContractInterview Type: WebcamCeipal ID: SFL_ORAC376_OK
Required Qualifications:7+ years’ experience developing and maintaining Oracle databases. (This includes the capability to write complex queries and develop complex PL/SQL database objects, including both DML and DDL.)5+ years’ experience developing Oracle Forms3+ years’ experience with database and/or SQL performance tuning3+ years’ experience performing in the capacity as a full-stack developerExperience developing application reporting, preferably with PHP and/or Classic ASP 3.0Experience using code repositoriesExperience using continuous integration toolsAbility to effectively communicate with both technical and business resources and translate business needs into effective technical specificationsAbility to conduct research into application development issues and products.Ability to understand the needs of multiple stakeholders.Ability to prepare reports, correspondence, guidelines, and PowerPoint presentations.Ability to communicate ideas in both technical and user-friendly language.Ability to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, oral ,and written communication skills.Ability to write technical, business, and plain language documents and/or emails with great attention to detail in all written communications.Ability to work on multiple projects as a project team member, occasionally as a project leader.
Client: Texas Health and Human Services Commission Job Title: Security Analyst Duration: 8+ MonthsLocation: Austin, TX 78751 (Remote)Position Type: ContractInterview Type: Microsoft TeamsRequirement ID: STX_SECU250_AM Position ID: 529501250
Job Description:
Texas Health and Human Services Commission requires the services of 1 Systems Analyst 3, hereafter referred to as Candidate(s), who meets the general qualifications of Systems Analyst 3, Applications/Software Development and the specifications outlined in this document for the Texas Health and Human Services Commission.All work products resulting from the project shall be considered "works made for hire" and are the property of the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and may include pre-selection requirements that potential Vendors (and their Candidates) submit to and satisfy criminal background checks as authorized by Texas law. Texas Health and Human Services Commission will pay no fees for interviews or discussions, which occur during the process of selecting a Candidate(s).
Required Skills: Strong ability to identify problems/issues, analyse and evaluate alternatives and recommend/implement effective solutions.Experience providing Windows and Linux operating system and application support.High level knowledge and experience of network facilities and data processing techniques, of computer hardware and software, of network operating system and security software, and of performance monitoring and capacity management toolsOrchestrate calls to include, but not limited to project kick-off calls, notification of high/critical findings during the testing process, and close out calls to review test findings, evidence, process steps to reproduce, and remediation recommendations.Ability to prepare concise written reports appropriate to the audience. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.Responsible for implementing security measures to protect computer systems, networks and data. Information security analysts are expected to stay up to date on the latest intelligence, including hackers’ methodologies, in order to anticipate breaches.Responsible for ensuring all networks have adequate security to prevent unauthorized access. Also, must ensure that all security systems are current with any software or hardware changes in the company.Perform proactive research to identify and understand new threats, vulnerabilities and exploits. Perform procedures necessary to ensure the safety of information systems assets and to protect systems from intentional or inadvertent access or destruction.Extensive experience with working with and implementing NIST 800-37, NIST 800-53, MARS-E controls, POA&Ms, and developing Corrective Action Plans.Review violations of computer security procedures and discuss procedures with HHSC/TIERS Security team. Confer with users to discuss issues such as computer data access needs, security violations, and programming changes.Experience providing Oracle, MSSQL, and Postgres database support.
Preferred Skills: Experience working with Archer GRC, Dynatrace, Splunk, Imperva Web Application Firewall, Qualys and MS Office tools.Ability to training staff on network and information security procedures, processes and information safeguarding.Experience with ITIL methodology-ticketing using Remedy and ServiceNow.________________________________________________________________________________________________V Group Inc. is an IT Services company which supplies IT staffing, project management, and delivery services in software, network, help desk and all IT areas. Our primary focus is the public sector including state and federal contracts. We have multiple awards/ contracts with the following states: AR, CA, DE, FL, GA, IL, KY, MD, ME, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TX, VA, and WA. If you are considering applying for a position with V Group, or in partnering with us on a position, please feel free to contact me for any questions you may have regarding our services and the advantages we can offer you as a consultant.Please share my contact information with others working in Information Technology.Website: https://www.vgroupinc.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/v-group/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VGroupITTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/vgroupinc
Client: State of Virginia - VITAJob Title: IT Business AnalystDuration: 12+Months Start Date: ASAPLocation: Richmond VA, 23019 (Hybrid)Position Type: ContractInterview Type: Web, In-person Ceipal ID: SVA_BA623_MAPosition ID: VDOT - Business Analyst 4 (752623)
Business Analyst Role duties:Interview the business SMEs to investigate questions from the project teamFacilitate requirements gathering (REFINEMENTS)Capturing & documenting User Stories & Acceptance Criteria in our system of record)Elaborate acceptance criteria, test cases (verification, SIT, UAT)May serve as tester (validation, SIT, creation and creation / facilitation of UAT case scenarios)Mentor team on analysis techniques and best practices as observed, guidance to PO/SM/PMIdentifying and suggesting solutions, documenting mockups, presenting to team and businessCreating detailed documentation of business requirements, processes, solutionsMay create required design documentation as neededRepresent the stakeholders (keep things honest)Grooms backlog with the team/developersQuickly become a SME to our projectValidate that the implementations in our Sprints match the project plan/requirementsKeep all documentation stored and shared with the team in our designated online/cloud locations at all times
Skills:Thrives in a team environment, autonomous, self starting (Required 3 Years)Data visualization techniques (Required 3 Years)Microsoft product knowledge and experience with Microsoft tools (Required 3 Years)Experience in requirement gathering and documentation (Required 3 Years)Clear and concise communication with stakeholders at all levels (Required 3 Years)Breaking down complex problems into manageable components (Required 3 Years)Agile project terminology and experience on an Agile team (Required)
Preferred qualifications:Adaptable to the styles of the ongoing project and project team (very Agile)Thrives in a team environment, autonomous, self startingData analysis and manipulation using toolsData visualization techniquesFamiliarity with project management toolsMicrosoft product knowledge and experience with Microsoft tools:Azure DevOpsPowerPointTeamsSharePointOutlookWordExcelVisioUnderstanding of software development lifecycleAbility to understand business needs and goalsKnowledge of industry-specific processes and terminologyExperience in requirement gathering and documentationClear and concise communication with stakeholders at all levelsActive listening to understand user needsAbility to translate complex technical concepts into layman's termsIdentifying patterns and trends in data, efficiencyCritical thinking to evaluate potential solutionsBreaking down complex problems into manageable componentsWorking effectively with cross-functional teams including developers, designers, and project managersFacilitating discussions and reaching consensus on requirementsCertified Business Analysis ProfessionalAgile project terminology and experience on an Agile team
_________________________________________________________________________________________________V Group Inc. is an IT Services company which supplies IT staffing, project management, and delivery services in software, network, help desk and all IT areas. Our primary focus is the public sector including state and federal contracts. We have multiple awards/ contracts with the following states: AR, CA, DE, FL, GA, IL, KY, MD, ME, MI, NC, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, SC, TX, VA, and WA. If you are considering applying for a position with V Group, or in partnering with us on a position, please feel free to contact me for any questions you may have regarding our services and the advantages we can offer you as a consultant.Please share my contact information with others working in Information Technology.
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Responsibilities:Working with our business partners to develop data mapping from one system to another is required. As such the candidate will be expected to manage data mapping from a legacy system to a new system.The candidate will have a solid attention to detail and be able to manage tedious tasks. The candidate needs to be proficient with Azure Data Factory Pipelines and Sql Server stored procedures or SSIS packages.There may also be some work required to create or support packages on local servers as well Required/Desired Skills & Abilities:Candidate will need to be experienced with Azure Data Factory Pipeline or SSIS packages for Sql Server environments Required 3 YearsCandidate will have experience with mapping data from one system to another. Required 5 YearsCandidate should have excellent communication skills (written and verbal) RequiredCandidate will have successful experience with estimating level of effort and managing deadlines Required 3 YearsCandidate should have experience managing source code in a GIT repository. Highly desired 2 YearsIdeally, candidate would have experience working with the Central Square Finance Enterprise ERP Highly desiredIdeally, candidate would have experience with the Workday tools and implementation methodology. Highly desiredCandidate will need to be self-motivated, independent, and willing to work flexible hours. RequiredCandidate will be expected to successfully complete training on HIPAA and PII Required
Required/Desired/Highly desired Skills: Managing complex technical projects with a large complement of project team members. (Required 7 Years)Budgeting, communication, leadership, negotiation and influencing, organizational, problem-solving, teambuilding, human resource and soft skills. (Required 7 Years)Experience implementing Web development. (Required)PMP Certification (Required)A four (4) year college degree (Required)Familiarity and experience with the DHS, DOH, DDAP and OA (Highly desired)Experience with programs and issues relative to Health and Human Services (Highly desired)
Responsibilities:Ensure that the proposed system requirements align with and satisfy the OMHSAS business requirements.Direct, administer, manage, and facilitate enhancements, business process reengineering or development of a high priority and high-profile client technology project of strategic importance. Manage, coordinate, and establish priorities for the complete life cycle of projects including the planning, design, programming, testing, and implementation of business solutions designed to meet requirements of various departments in the commonwealth. Responsible for the development of estimates for the enhancement, business process re-engineering or development effort in planning, analysis, design, construction, testing, and implementation. Works with team leads to adjust and revise project estimates when necessary. Develop the detailed Project Management Plan for the enhancement, business process re-engineering or development effort. Accountable for the approval and sign-off of the Project Management Plan with customer representatives, and all affected project stakeholders. Accountable for delivery of all work tasks identified in the Project Management Plan and Project Schedule. Design project plans, which identify needs and define major tasks and milestones, based on scope, resources, budget, and personnel. Ensure that tasks provide value and support the strategic direction of the project and meet service commitments. Manage, and track the project progress against the project schedule. Monitor project milestones and phases and take corrective action as needed to ensure the project is on schedule. Monitor and track the project budget and advise necessary stakeholders. Plan, organize, prioritize, and manage multiple work efforts across the project team. Notify team members of project timelines, milestones, phases, work requests, target dates, and approved executable work packages. Responsible to schedule or monitor status reviews, project management inspections, and software quality assurance work product and process reviews with the appropriate stakeholders. Responsible for the capture and reporting of required project management metrics. Analyze and distribute reports on project metrics associated with work items related to improvement measures. Ensure all changes to scope follow processes outlined in the Change Management Plan and are documented. Create, review, and obtain approval of the Communication Plan and Deliverables Matrix to ensure effective communication with all stakeholders and management.Prepare status reports on a periodic basis for the project team, team leads, group leads, Sponsor, and appropriate stakeholders. Report status and recommendations to senior leadership, as defined in the Communication Plan.Follow HHS DC IT PMO methodology to ensure consistency throughout IT and the program areas by reviewing the project standards and procedures with project team members.Provide input and support for continual improvement within the HHS DC IT PMO to better service the HHS DC supported program areas.Mentor less experienced project management project staff to build overall understanding of project management, when needed. Facilitate discussions between IT areas and vendors with focus on solution(s) to ensure the needs/requirements of the program area are achieved.Anticipate issues and proactively address them. Identify and manage project risk and issues, through the use of a RAID Log. Develop risk mitigation strategies tracking to closure. Engage management in a proactive manner.Identify and track issues in the RAID Log. Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and customer representatives. Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related issues and the resolution of issues. Communicate effectively with customers and software/hardware suppliers supporting the commonwealth, as appropriate. Communicate to team members to ensure they understand how their work assignments relate to and help achieve project objectives.Accountable for the final project management evaluation review with stakeholders. Manage and track the project status against the project schedule.Following the HHS DC IT Daptiv guidelines. Provide weekly project updates.Coordinate system testing with appropriate staff resources.Deliver presentations, as necessary. Ensure project compliance with HHS DC IT PMO standards and procedures. Develop and facilitate the achievement of project service commitments. Ensure that tasks provide value and support the strategic direction of the project. Balance workload with project members’ capacity. Engaging management in a proactive manner.Plan, coordinate, and conduct training and orientation sessions.Accountable for peer reviews with the appropriate project team resources. Coordinate and present proposals, as necessary. Identify and manage project risk, and develop risk mitigation strategies, and track to closure. Plan project specific training and orientation needs.Complete weekly timesheet reporting in PeopleFluent/VectorVMS by close of business (COB) Friday.Provide weekly personal status reporting by COB Friday submitted on SharePoint.Following the guidelines of the HHS DC IT PMO set-up a project SharePoint site and utilize Microsoft Teams for key documentation.
Description:Resources require experience in design, implementation, configuration, deployment, troubleshooting and testing of Cisco routers and switches, firewalls (PAN and Cisco), Aruba and Cisco Wireless Access Points (WAPs) and controllers. Additional network technical skills are a plus
Required Skills & AbilitiesNetwork engineer with at least 5 years of knowledge and hands-on experience and expert knowledge in PAN FW, Cisco ASA/FTD, F5 LB, Citrix Netscalers, Routing and Switching (BGP and EIGRP routing protocol), Authentication Policy servers such as ISE or Aruba Clearpass. Must have solid network design principles (Wired and Wireless) knowledge. Good experience with Layer 2 design concept. This position also required knowledge and experience in using lnfoblox, Solarwinds, StruxureWare and Firepower management console. The individual must also possess ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve urgent networking issues. Individual must be flexible to working off business hours since most of the network equipment must be deployed and brought online during off business hours including weekend under strict timeline and strict schedule. Individual must have a good communication, organization skill and meet deadlines. Individual must be able to work on-site five days a week Individual must be able to configure, installs and tests various network devices and services (e;g;, routers, switches, load balancers, VPN)
Desired Skills & Abilities:Cisco Certified Network Professional certification is desirable
Client: StateJob Title: Transportation TechnicianDuration: 4-6+ MonthsHours Per Week: 9:00 pm - 6:30am (Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday) & 9:00 pm - 6:00 am (Friday)Start Date: ASAPPosition Type: ContractLocation: Nashville, Tennessee 37243 (Onsite)Interview Type: Webcam or In person
Short Description:An advanced level position that ensures safe and efficient traffic movement and monitors roadways including detecting, confirming, updating, and responding to scheduled and unscheduled traffic incidents, congestion, and travel time imbalances.
Responsibilities:Advanced level operator position performing functions with supervision and to established procedures.To perform all duties and may defer the most complex issues to a supervisor.To operate various computer-based traffic management systems to manage traffic and incidents on roadways and improve traffic conditions.To monitor roadways via CCTV surveillance cameras and detection systems.To monitor all traffic devices and computer equipment associated with the system.To maintain knowledge on the operation of all traffic equipment, computers and software associated with the traffic systems.To utilize traffic equipment for incident management and the improvement of travel time, safety, and quality of life of the traveling motorists and toll customers.To continually checks the accuracy and validity of the messages displayed on all DMS and 511.To be aware of all 511 messages broadcasted on a particular system.To enter incident information into computer systems using traffic software.To become familiar with the roadways and understands the purpose and location of each traffic device (i.e. detector stations, CCTV, and 511).To alert operator staff to new and existing memos.To use SOG to detect, dispatch, monitor, and document roadway incidents.To confer with partners (highway patrol, Service Patrols, Local Law Enforcement, Fire Rescue, etc.) as well as adjacent Traffic Management Centers or other DOT Regions to coordinateResources for incidents that may affect regional travel.To dispatch Service Patrols and assists Service Patrols with other tasks, such as phone calls, etc.To perform other duties as assigned.
Description:This position is responsible for providing desktop and end user support for the Department of Labor & Industry (DLI) which consists of approximately 4000 users. This position supports the Daily operation of several bureaus within the DLI HQ building at651 Boas Street. This position will provide primary support to the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation (OVR). This position is responsible for addressing all assigned tasks and incidents associated with Desktop & End User problems to meet the information technology resource needs for all employees located in the Harrisburg central office, Harrisburg district office, and remote support for all field OVR.The skill level of this position requires the ability to act independently, work in team environments and have advanced proficiency and competence in a variety of IT platforms and technologies. There are two bureaus that make up OVR, Bureau Blindness Visual Services (BBVS) and Bureau of Vocational Rehabilitation Services (BVRS). This position serves as an expert in the following assistive technology software, JAWS, Zoom Text, Dragon Naturally Speaking Duxbury, Kurzwell, and Fusion. Also responsible for resolving unique hardware such as braille printing, and A/V communications Responsibilities:Technical expertise in incident and change management via ServiceNowExperience providing support to assistive technology software and hardwareTechnical knowledge in workstation deployments and installationExpert knowledge with MS Office products and troubleshooting skillsPerforms hardware and software diagnosticsPerforms physical installation of IT equipmentExcellent communication skills and assists customers to resolve issuesAssist remote IT support teams
Required/Desired Skills & Abilities:Experience in assistive technology hardware and software Required 2 YearsExperience in a desktop and end user support Required 4 YearsThorough knowledge and use of ServiceNow or understanding of asset management system Required 2 YearsKnowledge of imaging workstations using MDT and/or SCCM Required 2 Years
