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Sr. Software Engineer (Snowflake & ELT/ETL)

Company: CDK Global, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 08, 2024

CDK Global is seeking an experienced Senior Snowflake Developer to join their corporate applications data & integration transformation team. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of data warehousing/DBMS developer experience, 2+ years of Snowflake senior developer experience, and strong SQL skills. The role involves working on the full lifecycle of data development projects, designing and building Snowflake data warehouses, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Key responsibilities include contributing to projects involving application and/or data integration, data warehousing, analytics, governance, and reporting solutions. The candidate should have a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and a strong understanding of dimensional data modeling and Snowflake best practices.

Customer Success Manager - Chicago

Company: Copado

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 07, 2024

Copado is a leading DevOps platform for Salesforce and the Cloud, offering a low-code platform that unites non-technical admins and pro-code developers. The company's platform enables enterprises to scale end-to-end software delivery across multi-cloud environments, resulting in 20X faster releases, 94% fewer production bugs, and 46% more Salesforce ROI. As a Customer Success Manager, you will act as a strategic partner, working closely with customers to understand their unique needs and challenges, and provide tailored advice and recommendations to drive adoption of Copado, manage complex releases, increase productivity, and minimize risk.

Senior Cloud Engineer - Remote

Company: Cboe Global Markets

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 07, 2024

Cboe is seeking a knowledgeable Cloud Engineer to build scalable and secure foundations platform, enabling Cboe operations, software engineering, and application teams to deploy, validate, and operate their services in production. The ideal candidate should be proficient in network design, system administration, storage management, security policy implementation, virtualization, and process automation. The candidate will be responsible for architecting, engineering, and implementing infrastructure in major Cloud Service Provider platforms, including AWS, Azure, and Snowflake. The role involves designing and implementing automation to support continuous delivery and continuous integration solutions, and using Cloud Service Provider(s) to deploy highly available, scalable, and secure applications. The candidate should possess strong technical aptitude, analytical skills, communication skills, and problem-solving ability.

Technical Solution Lead

Company: Capstone Logistics, LLC

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 07, 2024

Capstone is a transportation solutions provider looking for a Technical Solution Lead to join their team. The role involves leading technical solution delivery, developing software architecture, and guiding software development teams. The company offers a range of benefits and a positive work environment.

Application Security Engineer - Agile

Company: Alliant Credit Union

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 07, 2024

<p><strong>What will your day look like<strong><p> <p>The Application Security Architect is responsible for validating that application services are designed and implemented with high security standards This individual analyzes the security of applications in tandem with their underlying services including connected dependencies such as middletier systems and databases Additionally the Application Security Engineer addresses legacy and emerging security issues and implements repeatable secure development practices to reduce the introduction of program design flaws that may lead to exploitation As issues are uncovered the Application Security Engineer communicates with the appropriate technical and leadership teams to ensure a focus on risk mitigation allowing for business continuity but without negligent risk The Application Security Engineer is constantly assessing applications for weaknesses and finding resolutions before they can be abused<p> <p> <p> <p> The incumbent is also responsible for assessing the security of applications for businesstobusiness initiatives thirdparty relationships outsourced solutions and vendors Considered a highly knowledgeable individual the Application Security Engineer is expected to recommend programmatic controls and monitor and manage secure development practices to address modern day issues Direction is received from the Sr Manager Application Security<p> <h2>Responsibilities<h2> <p><strong>Do you see yourself doing this<strong><p> <ul><li>Perform vulnerability and penetration testing<li> <li>Document security findings with reasonable methods to secure<li> <li>Focus on automation to aid in efficiencies with both testing and remediation of findings<li> <li>Work in tandem with developers to provide repetitive validation testing prior to production while allowing for a continuous cycle of development followed by application security assessments<li> <li>Regularly monitor the security community for publicfacing security issues as well as to learn new tactics that can be used in testing<li> <li>Attend and participate in application projects and change management committees This includes interacting with business units and technical teams to understand what is coming and how their projects can be more secure from the beginning<li> <li>Fully define and follow a security review process to ensure an automated and repeatable process is managed This can be through the use of dynamic and static code analysis resources<li> <li>Use security standards and implementation configurations as well as common security frameworks Prepare for and manage bug bounty programs Document delivery and implementation advances that meet defined servicelevel agreements SLAs and business metrics Align with architects and development teams for a mission of secure design<li> <li>Train developers and junior application security engineers on secure coding practices<li> <li>Actively participate and lead security team meetings that facilitate secure design<li> <li>Highly engage in information security projects that evaluate existing security infrastructure and propose changes as defined by security leadership and architects Additionally deliver projects on time within budget and in accordance with SLAs<li> <li>Focus on application security that observes compliance Health Information Portability and Accountability Act HIPAA GrammLeachBliley Act GLBA Payment Card Industry PCI SarbanesOxley Act SOX etc and privacy laws<li> <li>Work in tandem with architects the security operations center SOC incident responders when anomalous activity and host compromise occurs and technology infrastructure and development team members<li> <li>Respond to and handle service and escalation tickets within SLA expectations<li> <li>Develop security test plans from the architectural design Identify deficiencies and make enhancements to ensure production is not impacted<li> <li>Drive security efficiencies enabling security team members to work on more advanced tasks<li> <li>Conduct performance testing to stress the limitations of security solutions while ensuring business innovation and daytoday processes are not negatively impacted<li> <li>Perform other duties as assigned<li> <ul><p>Adhere to and ensure compliance of all business transactions with policy and process of the Bank Secrecy Act Ensure compliance with all applicable state and federal laws company procedures and policies Maintain integrity and ethics in all actions and conversations with or regarding credit union members and their accounts complies with Privacy Act directives<p> <p> <p> <p>Where permitted by applicable law successful applicants to this position must either have received or be willing to receive the COVID19 vaccination by date of hire to be considered proof of vaccination is required or be willing to submit a negative COVID19 test result in advance of each visit to an Alliant facility<p> <h2>Qualifications<h2> <p><strong>What makes you a great fit<strong><p> <p>Youll be a great fit if in addition to the completion of a Bachelors degree or Masters degree in Computer Science or a related field preferred and you have<p> <p> <p> <ul><li>At least 3 years experience in cybersecurity including compliance and risk management with an application development andor network security engineering background<li> <li>Highly technical and analytical experience with a proven deep background preferred 3+ years in addition to cybersecurity in application programming Experience in threat modeling applications<li> <li>Vulnerability and penetrationtesting skills<li> <li>Excellence in communicating business risk from cybersecurity issues<li> <li>Proficiency in software development Net Java Python C++ Ruby etc<li> <li>Solid understanding of network and web protocols<li> <li>Experience with security of intracompany and thirdparty APIs<li> <li>Experience with dynamic and static analysis tools<li> <li>Track record of acting with integrity taking pride in work seeking to excel being curious and adaptable and communicating effectively<li> <li>Experience with applications hosted in Amazon Web Services AWS or Microsoft Azure<li> <li>Experience with cryptography controls and measures to secure applications and data<li> <li>DevOps background in public and private clouds<li> <li>Experience with one or more of the following ISO 27001 NIST PCI Data Security Standard PCI DSS SOX the General Data Protection Regulation GDPR Center for Internet Security CIS standards or Service Organization Controls SOC 2<li> <li>Working knowledge of Windows Linux and Unix<li> <li>Familiarity with state privacy laws<li> <li>Highly trustworthy leads by example<li> <li>Relevant security certifications GWAPT CISSP OSCP or other similar certs<li> <ul><p> <p> <p><strong>When youre happy were happy<strong><p> <p>As a thank you for joining our team youll benefit from<p> <p><strong> <strong><p> <ul><li>Competitive medical dental and free vision benefits<li> <li>Competitive compensation plan<li> <li>Contributions towards gym memberships<li> <li>Generous PTO and banking holidays off<li> <ul>

Supervisory Environmental Protection Specialist

Company: Department of Homeland Security

Location: Chicago, Illinois Chicago, Illinois

Posted Mar 07, 2024

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Azure Platform Architect/Engineer

Company: Kin + Carta

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 08, 2024

Kin + Carta is a global digital transformation consultancy that is committed to building a world that works better for everyone. They are hiring an Azure Platform Architect to join their growing team and are looking for someone who is innovative, passionate about technology, and has a servant leadership attitude.

Storage FlashSystem Sales Representative

Company: IBM

Location: US Chicago

Posted Mar 07, 2024

<div class=jddescription datafield=description> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> Introduction <span> <span class=showjobdescr> <span> <br> At IBM work is more than a job its a calling To build To design To code To consult To think along with clients and sell To make markets To invent To collaborate Not just to do something better but to attempt things youve never thought possible Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the worlds most challenging problems If so lets talk <br> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> <span> <br> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> Your Role and Responsibilities <span> <span class=showjobdescr> <span> <div style=textalign justify> <span style=fontsize14px> <span style=fontfamilyTahomaGenevasansserif> As a Subject Matter Expert SME the FlashSystem Sales Rep is responsible for maintaining indepth knowledge of the IBM Storage FlashSystem solutions and competitive solutions <span> <span> <div> <ul> <li style=textalign justify> <span style=fontsize14px> <span style=fontfamilyTahomaGenevasansserif> Actively engage with clients to develop the trust and credibility to help them grow their businesses by solving strategic and tactical business problems <span> <span> <li> <li style=textalign justify> <span style=fontsize14px> <span style=fontfamilyTahomaGenevasansserif> Use business acumen to understand internal and external customer requirements This includes technical and competitive landscape <span> <span> <li> <li style=textalign justify> <span style=fontsize14px> <span style=fontfamilyTahomaGenevasansserif> Collaborate with IBM Technical and Services teams to define design and detail the aspects and feasibility of FlashSystem offerings <span> <span> <li> <li style=textalign justify> <span style=fontsize14px> <span style=fontfamilyTahomaGenevasansserif> Work with the technical team to deliver effective Proof of Concept POC Proof of Technology POT in support of critical situations <span> <span> <li> <li style=textalign justify> <span style=fontsize14px> <span style=fontfamilyTahomaGenevasansserif> Work with the Business Partner and IBM Sales Teams to develop opportunity pipeline <span> <span> <li> <ul> <div style=textalign justify> <span style=fontsize14px> <span style=fontfamilyTahomaGenevasansserif> Preferred Location Midwest Region <span> <span> <div> <p> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> <span> <br> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> Required Technical and Professional Expertise <span> <span class=showjobdescr> <span> <p> <div class=compositetextarealine datav3fec1da2=> <ul> <li class=compositetextarealinepart textalignreset datav3fec1da2= style=textalign justify> <span style=fontsize14px> <span style=fontfamilyTahomaGenevasansserif> Strong understanding of Cyber Resilience <span> <span> <li> <li class=compositetextarealinepart textalignreset datav3fec1da2= style=textalign justify> <span style=fontsize14px> <span style=fontfamilyTahomaGenevasansserif> Security Software experience <span> <span> <li> <ul> <div> <p> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> <span> <br> <span class=showjobdescr style=fontweight bold> Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise <span> <span class=showjobdescr> <span> <p> <ul> <li> Ability to solution across multiple brands <li> <ul><div>

Senior Analyst - EPM Systems

Company: United Airlines

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 08, 2024

United Airlines is currently experiencing a period of growth and is seeking to hire tens of thousands of employees across various departments. The company emphasizes its commitment to diversity and inclusion, offering a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional development. The Finance team, which includes Financial Planning & Analysis, Internal Audit, Treasury, Global Procurement, Controllership, and Investor Relations, plays a crucial role in the airline's success. Key responsibilities for this role include supporting financial systems and processes, leading the day-to-day support/help desk function, and troubleshooting financial systems issues. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, or Information Systems, along with 3+ years of ERP administration experience. Preferred qualifications include a Master's degree, CPA certification, and experience with specific software tools.

Staff Accountant I

Company: Franklin Energy

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 07, 2024

Franklin Energy, a combined organization of Franklin Energy and AM Conservation Group, is dedicated to driving the transition to net-zero carbon economies. They provide energy efficiency and grid optimization programs, contributing to carbon reduction and job creation. The company values its diverse workforce and strives to create inclusive employee experiences. The Staff Accountant I position involves daily accounting functions, customer invoicing, account reconciliations, and financial reporting. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, 1+ years of accounting experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. The company promotes safety and security with dash cams in their fleet vehicles.

Senior Specialist - IC Development

Company: Bank of Montreal

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 08, 2024

BMO Bank N.A. in Chicago, IL is seeking a Senior Specialist-IC Development. The role involves conceiving and writing detailed software implementations, ensuring adherence to security, logging, error handling, and performance standards. The candidate will evaluate new technologies, work towards defect-free software, and support production issues. They will also act as a thought leader, manage resources, and lead strategic initiatives. The position requires a Bachelor's degree or foreign education equivalent in a relevant field, plus seven years of experience in software development. Alternatively, a Master's degree with five years of experience is acceptable. Specific skills include experience in scaled agile development, programming languages, financial regulatory reporting, and core banking platforms. The salary is $150,000/year with a range of $110,000 - $157,050. BMO offers comprehensive benefits and a commitment to an inclusive, equitable, and accessible workplace.

DevOps Engineer

Company: BigTime Software, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Mar 07, 2024

<p>BigTime Software is looking to add a dynamic DevOps Engineer to our Technology Team in Chicago IL The individual in this role will manage code pipelines standardize deployment processes between multiple products and automate manual processes You will also help scale our AWS infrastructure and have an opportunity to learn from the team behind our awardwinning cloud based system <br >The ideal candidate will be passionate about DevOps technologies and methodologies and able to solve technical problems in a fastpaced environment <br >What Youll Be Doing <br >Responsibilities <br ><p><ul><li> Design and implement automated pipelines in Azure DevOps <li> <li> Collaborate with development teams to improve CICD testing and deployment processes across the SDLC <li> <li> Provide technical guidance and support around DevOps best practices <li> <li> Integrate security tooling and code analysis tools into build processes <li> <li> Build automation for common development and operational tasks <li> <ul><p><br >Required Qualifications <br ><p><ul><li> 23+ years in an Operations or DevOps role <li> <li> Strong written and verbal communication skills <li> <li> Proficient with PowerShell or another scripting language Bash Python etc <li> <li> Familiarity with a public cloud provider AWS Azure Google Cloud <li> <li> Experience with a pipeline platform Jenkins Azure DevOps Gitlab GitHub <li> <li> Familiarity with SDLC testing and software delivery strategies <li> <li> Knowledge of Microsoft environments NET MSSQL Windows Server IIS <li> <ul><p><br >Nice to Haves <br ><p><ul><li> Experience with IaCConfig as Code tooling <li> <li> Understanding of containerization Docker K8s rkt etc <li> <li> Experience supporting cloudnative distributed systems <li> <li> Experience with observability systems CloudWatch OpenTelemetry DataDog etc <li> <li> Experience with Linux or nix environments <li> <li> Understanding of cloud networking and K8s CNI <li> <ul><p><br >Who We Are <br >BigTime Software is the engine behind the greatest consulting firms on the planet delivering backoffice timebudgeting and invoicing to over 2300 firms worldwide and tracking over $4 billion in billable time each year Our flagship product is a SaaSbased system that is custombuilt for the professional services industry BigTime is a PEbacked company based in Chicago committed to helping clients run professional teams more efficiently unlocking potential revenue and improving profitability <br >What We Offer <br ><p><ul><li> Competitive salary and a quarterly bonus <li> <li> Company pays 100 of benefits including medical dental vision disability and life insurance <li> <li> 401k with generous company match <li> <li> Paid Parental Leave amp Access to Parently platform <li> <li> Hybrid work schedule In office 23 times a week <li> <li> Generous time off and paid company holidays <li> <li> Weekly Lunch Credit via GrubHub and company paid GrubHub+ free unlimited delivery <li> <li> Fresh fruit snacks cold brew coffeetea soda and sparkling water <li> <li> Company provided latest technology amp software tools <li> <li> Chicago amp Boston office offer onsite gym <li> <ul><p><br >If you love what you do and want to work in a team environment that will challenge you to do your best then check us out <br >Applicants must be authorized to work in the US <br >BigTime Software Inc is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer <br >All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law <br >Your Right to Work In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire<p>

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for clearance tech roles?
Entry‑level (Confidential) salaries range from $70k to $90k annually. Mid‑level (Secret) positions earn $100k to $130k. Senior (Top Secret) roles command $140k to $170k, while Lead or Program Manager positions with TS/SCI clearance can reach $180k to $220k, depending on project complexity and geographic location.
What skills and certifications are required to secure a clearance tech job?
Essential technical skills include secure coding (Python, C/C++), system hardening, and familiarity with SIEM tools like Splunk or QRadar. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, GRC, and PMP are highly valued. Knowledge of NIST SP 800‑53, FedRAMP, ITAR, and CJIS compliance frameworks is mandatory for most roles.
Can clearance tech positions be performed remotely?
Many analysis and software engineering roles allow remote work with strict security controls: encrypted VPN, MFA, and adherence to DoD and DoD-CERT guidelines. However, roles involving hardware maintenance, secure facility access, or classified data handling typically require on‑site presence.
What career progression paths exist within clearance tech roles?
Typical progression moves from Analyst to Senior Analyst, then to System Architect or Lead Engineer. From there, professionals can transition into Program Manager, PMO, or Director of Cyber Operations. Advanced clearance holders can also pursue contracting or consulting roles in private industry with equivalent security clearances.
What are the current industry trends affecting clearance tech careers?
Key trends include the adoption of zero‑trust architectures, accelerated migration to DoD‑compliant cloud services, expansion of cyber‑operations centers, and the integration of AI/ML for threat detection. These shifts increase demand for specialists skilled in cloud security, AI‑driven analytics, and secure DevOps practices.

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