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SVP & Chief Information Officer

Company: UL Solutions

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Nov 19, 2023

The CIO at UL Solutions is responsible for establishing the organization's IT strategy, leading the IT function, and fostering innovation. They ensure IT capabilities align with business strategy, support digital transformation, and maintain security and reliability. The CIO collaborates with the Chief Digital Officer, participates in enterprise strategy development, and manages IT governance, sourcing, and vendor relationships. They oversee IT systems, programs, and asset inventories, and contribute to M&A processes. The CIO also develops IT leaders, maintains a skilled workforce, and promotes UL Solutions externally. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree, 15+ years of IT experience, and strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills.

IT Help Desk

Company: RKON

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Nov 22, 2023

Excellent teamwork, communications and interpersonal skills Active Directory knowledge - fundamentals. Must possess above average customer service, organizational, verbal and written skills. Professional telephone demeanor with strong customer service skills and attention to detail Excellent multi-tasking skills. Prioritizes and performs a variety of concurrent tasks with minimal direction Hardware and software support for both desktop/laptop computers and printers Follows company standard hardware and software configurations MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel) skills is required ITIL knowledge or other IT certifications preferred Ability to be punctual and maintain a varied schedule from week to week including rotating off hours coverage (nights/weekends) Familiarity with enterprise systems (server, backup, active directory) and network switches/firewalls a bonus but not required Job Type: Full-time testing and other project related tasks) Other duties as assigned Requirements: A desire to pursue a long-term career in IT, and a strong customer service background. Preference for one to two years of experience in a Help Desk related role. Our Help Desk professionals are expected to provide high quality end user support with a strong background in PC support (windows/Mac) and proven experience with Microsoft Office 365. Responsibilities Include: Provides world class customer service with a focus on setting a positive and supportive tone with end users Reacts and responds to tickets and alerts to ensure maximum possible service availability and performance Provides Level 1 and 2 support for incidents (problem/issues) or service requests related to hardware, software, mobile devices and network connectivity Records ticket and status information in a timely / accurate fashion Troubleshoots and resolves incidents and/or escalate as required with support vendors and RKON senior support engineers Facilitates resolution of tickets/service requests while meeting or exceeding defined service level expectations Contributes and maintains accurate documentation to provide consistent solutions Assists level 2 systems and network security teams with tasks as server builds, firewall policy updates and system backups Completes assigned administrative projects (i.e. RKON provides an almost limitless potential for upward mobility in the fields of security, networking, and virtualization. Our Help Desk is viewed as a training program for these verticals.

Senior React Developer

Company: Idea Entity

Location: Peoria, IL

Posted Nov 22, 2023

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Proficiency in designing and developing applications using the latest version of React.js, Redux, React Routers, React Forms, Hooks, React Events, higher order components, etc. Experience with mobile applications development. Proven hands-on experience of at least five (5) years of experience working with React.JS, Redux, TypeScript, JavaScript, Bootstrap, HTML5, and CSS3. Prior Department of Defense (DoD) experience. in a fast-paced, agile, start-up-like environment. Developing best-in-class consumer experiences (user interface designs, interaction models, prototypes, etc.) Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. At Idea Entity, our culture is centered around diversity and inclusion where our employees are valued and empowered. Experience with progressive web apps and code scanning tools.

Manager, HR Systems (Hybrid)

Company: American Medical Association

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Nov 22, 2023

As an EOE/AA employer, the American Medical Association will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and veteran or disability status. Educate and oversee staff regarding data and systems maintenance, reporting, and HR systems support for our end user clients. Develop staff and evaluate performance. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workforce. Strong planning and execution skills. The American Medical Association is located at 330 N. Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611 and is convenient to all public transportation in Chicago. May include other responsibilities as assigned REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree required; advanced degree preferred Minimum of 5 years' experience managing HCM solutions (including the full scope of talent management applications, e.g., LMS, ATS, performance management) or comparable systems Practical experience with HR database administration; experience in Lawson preferred Software evaluation, needs analysis, and implementation management experience required Proven experience analyzing data and defining metrics for reports that highlight business strengths and opportunities, and inform decision making Supervisory skills in selecting, coaching, and managing staff Broad knowledge of human resources principles, laws, and regulations Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical staff Demonstrated critical thinking, analytical, and change management skills, with a focus on attention to detail. Evaluate the feasibility of system modifications and enhancements, leading road-mapping, resource planning and feature release processes. Examples may include support for open enrollment, merit and incentive processes, talent/recruiting or DE&I initiatives, and other ongoing HR projects or new programs. Staff Management Ensure required coverage and redundant support for all systems.

Systems Support Engineer

Company: Keeper Security, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Nov 19, 2023

Keeper Security is hiring remote System Support Engineers to join their team. The role involves providing technical support, resolution analysis, and customer service. Requirements include 5+ years of IT management and System Administration experience, hands-on experience with Mac OSX, Windows & Linux, and knowledge of Single Sign On (SSO) environments. Preferred skills include a Bachelor's Degree, Python knowledge, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, 401k, and above-market annual bonuses.

Quantum Error Correction Theorist

Company: Infleqtion

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Nov 22, 2023

Your uniqueness is valued, welcomed, and appreciated here. We are dedicated to providing a positive workplace and base all employment decisions on your qualifications, performance, merits, as well as business needs. Contact Information If this opportunity interests you and you fit the job description, please submit an application. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability, please feel free to contact us at [email protected]. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned: Identify and pursue research that advances the understanding of QEC theory, techniques, and implementation in experimental quantum computing devices Develop and optimize QEC protocols tailored to experimental gate-based quantum computing devices, with a primary focus on neutral atom platforms Use mathematical models and numerical simulations to analyze the behavior and performance of QEC protocols Develop and implement custom QEC decoders Contribute to the identification and mitigation of noise processes in quantum systems Collaborate with experimental physicists and software engineers to bridge the gap between theoretical concepts and practical implementation Communicate and interpret cutting-edge research in both theory and experiment with colleagues Engage with the broader scientific community by publishing research findings in scientific journals and presenting at conferences Stay up to date with the latest developments in QEC and related field Provide guidance and support to other team members, fostering a collaborative research environment Requirements Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) Required Qualifications: PhD in theoretical physics, mathematics, computer science, or another field closely related to quantum information science; 2+ years of postdoctoral experience (or industry equivalent) in QEC is highly preferred Experience in tailoring error-correcting codes for quantum computing devices, and bridging the gap between theory and experiment Strong scientific publication record Proficient in scientific computing Demonstrated ability to work and communicate with all levels of an organization; Professional-level communication skills, including verbal, written, and presentation skills Demonstrated ability to work comfortably in a highly collaborative, cross-functional, team-oriented, and matrixed environment Desire and demonstrated ability to thrive and produce results in a fluid, dynamic, and fast-paced environment Demonstrated ability to learn new and complex topics quickly Resourceful problem-solver who collaboratively identifies effective paths forward with demonstrated expertise in executing productization efforts Passion for solving complex problems and challenges in a highly technical and scientific environment Ability to travel domestically and (potentially) internationally up to 10% Benefits In addition to your base compensation, and being eligible for our newly implemented annual incentive/bonus program, we offer a generous Total Rewards program which includes: 100% company paid Employee coverage for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Short/Long Term Disability insurance programs Employer funded Health Savings Account Unlimited Paid Time Off 401(k) safe harbor contribution Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance Flexible Savings Account Paid FMLA Leave Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave Employer Assistance Program Student Loan Repayment Equal Opportunity Here you have freedom to embrace your whole self: who you love, your gender identity and expression, skin color, age, appearance, disability, neurodiversity, DNA, military/veteran status, citizenship, and other factors that make up who you are. We currently have offices in Austin, TX; Boulder, CO; Chicago, IL; Louisville, CO; Madison, WI; Melbourne, AU; and Oxford, UK. Location This position is a full-time, hybrid position which will be located in our Chicago, Illinois office. Learn how Infleqtion is revolutionizing how we communicate, navigate, and discover at www.infleqtion.com. Depending on business needs, this role may perform a combination of some or all of the following duties. Job Summary The newly hired QECT is responsible for designing and optimizing error correcting codes (QECs) for experimental quantum computing devices, modeling and analyzing QEC schemes, and advancing the understanding of QEC.

Senior DevOps Engineer (Remote)

Company: Aprimo

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Nov 22, 2023

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. EEO STATEMENT: Aprimo provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identification, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, etc. Translation, image alterations, personalization, and more are all streamlined by AI. Our AI empowers marketing teams to automate tasks, analyze data, and personalize content, ensuring scalability without sacrificing productivity. Our AI-powered content operations platform, with industry leading digital asset management (DAM) software at its core, helps to optimize the creative process and improve the user experience with better search, recommendations, categorization, and summarization. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. With our platform, marketers can efficiently produce a larger volume of content, engage customers on a personalized level, curate relevant materials, and make data-driven decisions to drive their content strategies forward. or medium work that includes moving objects up to 50 pounds on occasion Must be able to communicate with others to exchange information, including conveying detailed or important spoken instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly Must possess the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication at normal speaking levels Must be able to repeat motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers (i.e., repeated typing, etc.) Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, or other law.

Hospitality Front Desk Specialist (Part-Time)

Company: Kasa Living, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Nov 19, 2023

Kasa is seeking a part-time Hospitality Front Desk Specialist for their Chicago location. The role involves providing guests with a seamless arrival and in-unit experience, collaborating with teams to drive results, and maintaining property operations. The ideal candidate should be tech-savvy, handy, a quality control leader, reliable, collaborative, a smooth operator, and a change agent. The role requires regular access to a reliable vehicle and a clean driving record. Kasa offers competitive pay, benefits including travel credits, cell phone reimbursement, 401(k) plan, paid time off, health coverage, and other perks.

Senior Systems Engineer

Company: Deft

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Nov 21, 2023

Deft is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. Pay Range: $100,000-$115,00/year Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Ability to read and write scripts with one or more: Python, PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform. Make a difference for our clients daily Find a way forward Push to your potential Care, and show up for each other Benefits: Deft’s total benefit package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – and includes, Flexible Time Off, RTA and CTA Transit Benefits, 401k with 4% employer match, free employee collocation and cloud account, technology allowance program with monthly payroll reimbursement, Life Insurance/Long Term Disability, Health Insurance with HRA/HSA Options, Vision Insurance, Dental Insurance, and a fun and casual work environment. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected]. As part of this commitment, Deft will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodations. As a diverse team of passionate pathfinders, we deliver on the promise of technology. Do: Interface with customers, vendors, and internal staff. If this sparks your interest, we'd love to chat with you! Systems Engineers must bring projects to completion, including developing necessary operating procedures, instructions, training, and documentation.

Strategic Investments Investor Relations Associate

Company: GCM Grosvenor

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Nov 19, 2023

The Strategic Investments Group (SIG) at GCM Grosvenor is seeking an Associate for Investor Relations. The role involves client service, marketing, and business development, with responsibilities including performance updates, managing deliverables, and liaising with various departments. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in finance or consulting, a strong academic record, and excellent communication skills. The firm values diversity, empowerment, and high performance, with a global presence and a commitment to inclusivity.

DevOps Engineer

Company: 1WorldSync

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Nov 22, 2023

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Additional optional benefits, including a comprehensive legal plan, pre-tax parking and transit accounts, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, identity theft prevention, tuition reimbursement, and pet insurance. All employment decisions at 1WorldSync are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. Paid time off as well as company holidays, volunteer time off, sick time, bereavement leave, and 12 weeks of fully paid parental bonding leave. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact us at [email protected]. With over 650 employees across the US, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, Portugal, Switzerland, and the UK, we are seeking a DevOps Engineer to support our growing global team, who will be aligned with our Values of Integrity, Humility, Teamwork and Continuous Improvement. This role will also collaborate with engineering, infrastructure & security, product, and support teams to deliver application services to our customers and internal users. This role requires the candidate to have the authority to work in, and be located in the US. CentOS) Experience with monitoring tools like Prometheus, Grafana, Check_MK Experience with Atlassian tools and Atlassian Cloud Excellent written and verbal communication skills Understanding of and adherence to Kanban for workflow tracking and delivery Experience with Google Cloud, AWS, or other cloud infrastructure hosting Experience in a SaaS or Internet based enterprise environment Benefits: Incredible health benefits (FSA and HSA options), with dental and vision coverage. As DevOps Engineer at 1WorldSync, responsibilities include the following: Serve as a leader as part of an IT Applications team supporting various corporate and commercial systems Support the security of commercial and select corporate applications Deliver and maintain automation solutions for 1WorldSync SaaS applications Build production applications - Manage code deployments, fixes, updates and related processes Support mission critical cloud environments (Colocation, Azure, GCP, and AWS) in a 24/7 environment Perform root cause analysis of production issues and errors Develop scripts and CI/CD pipelines to automate & support deployments Build and support monitoring systems - Investigate and resolve technical issues Ensure adherence to change control process for 1WorldSync SaaS applications Participate in the maintenance and testing of business continuity plans Maintain effective working relationships with stakeholders Coordinate troubleshooting for applications related issues with other teams, departments or vendors Support select cloud based platform services Support other reasonable activities related to applications administration as required Support Application releases during scheduled maintenance windows Provide off hours support and on-call duties as needed Required Skills and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in any discipline 3+ years experience in applications administration, development, security, or systems administration 3+ years hands on deploying and maintaining SaaS offerings in Azure 3+ years hands on experience with programming languages like Java, Linux scripting, and Oracle SQL Experience in Kubernetes Clusters, Docker, Code Management (Git, Git Lab, BitBucket), ELK 3+ years hands on experience with Windows Server, MS SQL Server, Powershell, .Net/C, php Desired Skills and Experience: Experience with CI/CD pipeline tools such as Jenkins Experience with Linux Systems (e.g.

Product Owner

Company: 1WorldSync

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Nov 22, 2023

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, family or parental status, veteran or disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Additional optional benefits, including a comprehensive legal plan, pre-tax parking and transit accounts, critical illness insurance, accident insurance, identity theft prevention, tuition reimbursement, and pet insurance. All employment decisions at 1WorldSync are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. Paid time off as well as company holidays, volunteer time off, sick time, bereavement leave, and 12 weeks of fully paid parental bonding leave. Assist in the creation of project baselines, and monitor and control project scope, schedule, budget and quality, reporting project deviations. Elicit requirements using interviews, document analysis, requirements workshops, site visits, business process analysis and use cases. If you have a disability and require assistance in this application process, please contact us at [email protected]. This role requires the candidate to have the authority to work in, and be located in the US. Work with product management in the launch process of new products and features to ensure the sales, marketing, implementation, and customer service teams are receiving the support they need to successfully take products in the market. 401(k) plan with employer match.

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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