In-Home Usage Tester (Product Tester from home) Part-time Presently we're recruiting Product Testers (from home) in several US cities to expand our private network of In-Home Usage Testers (IHUT) to fulfill upcoming contracts with national and international companies. We guarantee 15-20 hours per week with an hourly pay of between $25/hr. and $45/hr., depending on the In-Home Usage Test project. No experience required. American Consumer Panels® is a consulting firm that specializes in product testing and product development work. We design and conduct In-Home Usage Testing (IHUT) locally and nationally to provide actual user feedback to companies and market research firms to evaluate products, packaging, related product instructions and more. We leverage our network of private panels (In-Home Usage Testers) to provide product testers to companies for evaluating the in-home experience with a wide variety of products to ensure proper product certification and greater market access. Please note that although this job can be done from home 95% of the time, very occasionally In-Home Product Testers may be asked to visit the client's office, laboratory, store, warehouse or factory for training or meetings (visits are local and scheduled at no more than 20 minutes drive from the In-Home Usage Tester address). These optional visits are also paid by the hour. During your application process, we will determine your consumer profile and establish what products would be suitable for you to test according to your demographics, lifestyle, consumer behavior, skills, hobbies and ability. Research questionnaires are used to identify and target certain types of consumers, to ensure the right participants are engaged and to achieve the representative sample needed. Job candidates for In-Home Usage Testing are also screened to meet the client’s needs for the project to ensure that the product is one that they qualify to test and that they have a balance of demographics and attitudes. Participation in these product testing and consumer panels is always free, secure and private. In-Home Usage Testing is a quick, easy and fun way to make extra cash by telling big brands what you think about their upcoming products and services in the American market. Main duties: Sign and return non-disclosure agreements before the product to be tested is shipped. Individuals who complete the required documents will have the products sent to their homes. Once the product is received for In-Home Usage Test (IHUT), the Product Tester must take care of the product being tested and use it responsibly. Read and strictly follow the In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedule provided with each product testing project. In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedules may include tasks to do such as: unpacking, reading instructions, journal entries, online or mobile feedback, usage of product for certain amount of time, writing reviews, taking pictures, etc. Properly document In-Home Usage Test as instructed in the In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedule. Types of documentation commonly used for In-Home Usage Tests are snapshots, audio recordings, videos and Product Journals. Attend Skype meetings or conference call meetings with Account Managers, Brand Managers, Research Managers, Product Managers or small business owners to offer ongoing product usage feedback. These short virtual meetings may take place 2-3 times per week and are paid by the hour also. Some In-Home Usage Tests projects may require participants to use MFour’s Mobile In-Home Use Test Technology (cutting edge smartphone technology to capture Point-of-Emotion® insights to gain unparalleled depth of responses). Paid Product Testing is done from home 95% of the time, but very occasionally paid Product Testers may be asked to visit the client's office, laboratory, store, warehouse or factory for training or meetings. These visits are paid by the hour also. There are times when the product testing may be discussed in a private chat room that is opened by the market research group. Write reviews as requested in the In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedule for each project. Review requirements can vary, however, the standard requirement is a written review, photos of the reviewer with the product and a video review. Requirements: Great ability to follow precise instructions Be open to write short reviews, record audio or short video (doesn't have to be perfect), no experience needed Great attention to detail and curious spirit Be able to work 15-20 hours per week and commit to a certain routine Have access to a computer and a reliable internet connection Have access to a digital camera or cellphone that takes pictures Be honest and reliable Good communication skills is an asset No experience required High School Diploma 18 years or older A paid Product Tester position is perfect for those looking for an entry level opportunity or for seasonal work, temporary work or part-time work. The hours are completely flexible and no previous experience is necessary. Our paid Product Testers come from all backgrounds and industries ranging from customer service and sales to administrative assistant. If you are a manager, receptionist, warehouse or factory worker, driver, medical assistant, nurse, cleaner, college student, messenger, maid, teacher, retail associate, salesperson, secretary, server, janitor, cashier, contract worker or intern who is looking for a flexible part time or seasonal job, you should try paid Product Testing to supplement your income. Also if you have been involved in accounting, clerical jobs, marketing, management, security or data entry jobs you may qualify for a paid product tester position. Benefits: Very competitive salary Weekly pay Work around your schedule Learn about an exciting industry Telecommute (you can work from home, work or school) Most of the time you can keep the product tested An incredible team comprised of motivated and talented individuals To apply please follow this link: https://american-consumer-panels.com/application
Nov 18, 2019
In-Home Usage Tester (Product Tester from home) Part-time Presently we're recruiting Product Testers (from home) in several US cities to expand our private network of In-Home Usage Testers (IHUT) to fulfill upcoming contracts with national and international companies. We guarantee 15-20 hours per week with an hourly pay of between $25/hr. and $45/hr., depending on the In-Home Usage Test project. No experience required. American Consumer Panels® is a consulting firm that specializes in product testing and product development work. We design and conduct In-Home Usage Testing (IHUT) locally and nationally to provide actual user feedback to companies and market research firms to evaluate products, packaging, related product instructions and more. We leverage our network of private panels (In-Home Usage Testers) to provide product testers to companies for evaluating the in-home experience with a wide variety of products to ensure proper product certification and greater market access. Please note that although this job can be done from home 95% of the time, very occasionally In-Home Product Testers may be asked to visit the client's office, laboratory, store, warehouse or factory for training or meetings (visits are local and scheduled at no more than 20 minutes drive from the In-Home Usage Tester address). These optional visits are also paid by the hour. During your application process, we will determine your consumer profile and establish what products would be suitable for you to test according to your demographics, lifestyle, consumer behavior, skills, hobbies and ability. Research questionnaires are used to identify and target certain types of consumers, to ensure the right participants are engaged and to achieve the representative sample needed. Job candidates for In-Home Usage Testing are also screened to meet the client’s needs for the project to ensure that the product is one that they qualify to test and that they have a balance of demographics and attitudes. Participation in these product testing and consumer panels is always free, secure and private. In-Home Usage Testing is a quick, easy and fun way to make extra cash by telling big brands what you think about their upcoming products and services in the American market. Main duties: Sign and return non-disclosure agreements before the product to be tested is shipped. Individuals who complete the required documents will have the products sent to their homes. Once the product is received for In-Home Usage Test (IHUT), the Product Tester must take care of the product being tested and use it responsibly. Read and strictly follow the In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedule provided with each product testing project. In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedules may include tasks to do such as: unpacking, reading instructions, journal entries, online or mobile feedback, usage of product for certain amount of time, writing reviews, taking pictures, etc. Properly document In-Home Usage Test as instructed in the In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedule. Types of documentation commonly used for In-Home Usage Tests are snapshots, audio recordings, videos and Product Journals. Attend Skype meetings or conference call meetings with Account Managers, Brand Managers, Research Managers, Product Managers or small business owners to offer ongoing product usage feedback. These short virtual meetings may take place 2-3 times per week and are paid by the hour also. Some In-Home Usage Tests projects may require participants to use MFour’s Mobile In-Home Use Test Technology (cutting edge smartphone technology to capture Point-of-Emotion® insights to gain unparalleled depth of responses). Paid Product Testing is done from home 95% of the time, but very occasionally paid Product Testers may be asked to visit the client's office, laboratory, store, warehouse or factory for training or meetings. These visits are paid by the hour also. There are times when the product testing may be discussed in a private chat room that is opened by the market research group. Write reviews as requested in the In-Home Usage Test Daily Schedule for each project. Review requirements can vary, however, the standard requirement is a written review, photos of the reviewer with the product and a video review. Requirements: Great ability to follow precise instructions Be open to write short reviews, record audio or short video (doesn't have to be perfect), no experience needed Great attention to detail and curious spirit Be able to work 15-20 hours per week and commit to a certain routine Have access to a computer and a reliable internet connection Have access to a digital camera or cellphone that takes pictures Be honest and reliable Good communication skills is an asset No experience required High School Diploma 18 years or older A paid Product Tester position is perfect for those looking for an entry level opportunity or for seasonal work, temporary work or part-time work. The hours are completely flexible and no previous experience is necessary. Our paid Product Testers come from all backgrounds and industries ranging from customer service and sales to administrative assistant. If you are a manager, receptionist, warehouse or factory worker, driver, medical assistant, nurse, cleaner, college student, messenger, maid, teacher, retail associate, salesperson, secretary, server, janitor, cashier, contract worker or intern who is looking for a flexible part time or seasonal job, you should try paid Product Testing to supplement your income. Also if you have been involved in accounting, clerical jobs, marketing, management, security or data entry jobs you may qualify for a paid product tester position. Benefits: Very competitive salary Weekly pay Work around your schedule Learn about an exciting industry Telecommute (you can work from home, work or school) Most of the time you can keep the product tested An incredible team comprised of motivated and talented individuals To apply please follow this link: https://american-consumer-panels.com/application
Job Title: Biometrics Project Manager Employment Type: Full Time Location: Fort Washington, PA About FMD K&L FMD K&L is a global contract research organization supporting data management, biostatistics, statistical programming, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, safety, pharmacovigilance, toxicology, medical affairs, medical writing, quality, risk, and compliance services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries worldwide. We continuously strive to raise the standard of excellence through accuracy and efficiency to achieve the highest quality output for our Customers. K&L was established in the US in 1995, and has grown to more than 1,700 employees worldwide, with key offices and delivery centers in the US, UK, China, India, Armenia, Japan and throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Please visit our website klserv.com for our company information. If you are interested in our position, please send your resume to ...@klserv.com. Responsibilities Manages Biometrics project teams from study start-up through study closeout; departments include, Data Management, Biostatistics, Statistical Programming, and Medical Writing. Manages multiple projects ranging in size and complexity from single service studies to large full scope biometrics projects, global projects and/or programs, with minimal oversight from supervisor. Serves as the primary liaison between clients, vendors, and project teams. Promotes team communication and cross functional collaboration in order to promote team spirit. Establishes and maintains relationship between client, vendors and project team, to encourage repeat and/or new business. Coordinates and leads team meetings.;Creates and distributes agendas and minutes. Generates and maintains timelines, milestones, and action items. Manages project financials; estimates monthly accruals and initiates timely invoice generation. Identifies change orders items. Oversees issues and facilitates issues resolution, and escalates, when needed. Identify risks, mitigation, maintenance and resolution. Ensures training required internally and by sponsor is completed. Supports contract team with contracts (SOW, WO, COs, etc.) by developing the budgets and scope of work. Provides performance feedback for project team and managers. Supports business development activities (RFPs and RFIs) and governance activities, when required. Performs other tasks as assigned by Sr. PM staff. Qualifications Requires a bachelor s degree or higher in life sciences. 3+ years of experience in Pharma / CRO industry with 3+ Years experience in Project management. Possesses solid knowledge of Biometrics services and inter-dependencies. Knowledge of FDA regulations, drug development and PM processes Good understanding of ICH/GCP guidelines. Strong communication skills, both oral and written. Strong team player and interpersonal skills and customer focused. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Project and Outlook. MBA or PMP certification is preferred. FMD K&L is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Committed to Diversity Associated topics: bioinformatics, biometrics, biostatistics, data analyst, data science, sas, statistics
Nov 18, 2019
Job Title: Biometrics Project Manager Employment Type: Full Time Location: Fort Washington, PA About FMD K&L FMD K&L is a global contract research organization supporting data management, biostatistics, statistical programming, clinical operations, regulatory affairs, safety, pharmacovigilance, toxicology, medical affairs, medical writing, quality, risk, and compliance services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device industries worldwide. We continuously strive to raise the standard of excellence through accuracy and efficiency to achieve the highest quality output for our Customers. K&L was established in the US in 1995, and has grown to more than 1,700 employees worldwide, with key offices and delivery centers in the US, UK, China, India, Armenia, Japan and throughout the Asia-Pacific region. Please visit our website klserv.com for our company information. If you are interested in our position, please send your resume to ...@klserv.com. Responsibilities Manages Biometrics project teams from study start-up through study closeout; departments include, Data Management, Biostatistics, Statistical Programming, and Medical Writing. Manages multiple projects ranging in size and complexity from single service studies to large full scope biometrics projects, global projects and/or programs, with minimal oversight from supervisor. Serves as the primary liaison between clients, vendors, and project teams. Promotes team communication and cross functional collaboration in order to promote team spirit. Establishes and maintains relationship between client, vendors and project team, to encourage repeat and/or new business. Coordinates and leads team meetings.;Creates and distributes agendas and minutes. Generates and maintains timelines, milestones, and action items. Manages project financials; estimates monthly accruals and initiates timely invoice generation. Identifies change orders items. Oversees issues and facilitates issues resolution, and escalates, when needed. Identify risks, mitigation, maintenance and resolution. Ensures training required internally and by sponsor is completed. Supports contract team with contracts (SOW, WO, COs, etc.) by developing the budgets and scope of work. Provides performance feedback for project team and managers. Supports business development activities (RFPs and RFIs) and governance activities, when required. Performs other tasks as assigned by Sr. PM staff. Qualifications Requires a bachelor s degree or higher in life sciences. 3+ years of experience in Pharma / CRO industry with 3+ Years experience in Project management. Possesses solid knowledge of Biometrics services and inter-dependencies. Knowledge of FDA regulations, drug development and PM processes Good understanding of ICH/GCP guidelines. Strong communication skills, both oral and written. Strong team player and interpersonal skills and customer focused. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Project and Outlook. MBA or PMP certification is preferred. FMD K&L is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Committed to Diversity Associated topics: bioinformatics, biometrics, biostatistics, data analyst, data science, sas, statistics
Bay & Bay Transportation Driver JobsCompany driver jobs starting at $0.50 CPM? We can do that.With one of the best pay packages in the industry and a fleet of new equipment, there's never been a better time to join Bay & Bay.At Bay & Bay, we treat our drivers like family. To give you room to grow and advance your career, we offer top industry pay, brand-new equipment, compassionate support staff, and a comprehensive benefits package built for you and your family. Sound good to you? Join Bay & Bay today.Total rewards for a Total Career.* Industry Leading Pay Package* 2-Day Orientation Plus Pay* Work with Best-In-Class Equipment* Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance* 401K Retirement Plan* Vacation, Layover, and Detention Pay* Weekly Direct Deposit* Pet and Passenger Rider Programs Available* Excellent Driver-to-Driver Manager Ratio* No-Touch FreightCall 866-572-5347 now to learn more, or apply today!
Nov 18, 2019
Bay & Bay Transportation Driver JobsCompany driver jobs starting at $0.50 CPM? We can do that.With one of the best pay packages in the industry and a fleet of new equipment, there's never been a better time to join Bay & Bay.At Bay & Bay, we treat our drivers like family. To give you room to grow and advance your career, we offer top industry pay, brand-new equipment, compassionate support staff, and a comprehensive benefits package built for you and your family. Sound good to you? Join Bay & Bay today.Total rewards for a Total Career.* Industry Leading Pay Package* 2-Day Orientation Plus Pay* Work with Best-In-Class Equipment* Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance* 401K Retirement Plan* Vacation, Layover, and Detention Pay* Weekly Direct Deposit* Pet and Passenger Rider Programs Available* Excellent Driver-to-Driver Manager Ratio* No-Touch FreightCall 866-572-5347 now to learn more, or apply today!
NurseFly Travel Nursing with Advanced Travel Nursing is seeking a med surg / telemetry travel nurse for a travel nursing job in Fort Washington, Maryland: - Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 11/25/2019 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights. Additional information: Advanced Job ID 87743856. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN Medical Surgical: Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) Nights 12h. A Fort Washington facility in cooperation with Advanced is currently seeking a qualified RN/Registered Nurse. An applicant will be chosen based on experience in assessing patients, developing plans of care, implementing these plans, and upholding clinical documentation for facilities and their patients. The candidate must have a minimum of 2 years experience in an acute setting. The role of RN may also include advising patients on maintaining health and preventing illness and injury. Please contact us if you feel your skills would be a fit for this job. Advanced Travel Nursing is a nationwide staffing company for nurses. As one of the largest employment agencies in the United States, our nationwide network of high-quality and high-paying travel nursing jobs include thousands of great positions at some of the best facilities in the country. Our goal is to place you in specialties and locations of your choice. We recognize what you have to offer and our goal is to make your experience enjoyable and successful. Your Career Consultant will work closely with you to match you with facilities that meet your monetary, geographical, and clinical goals. Our competitive compensation and benefits package guarantees that your experience will be financially as well as personally rewarding. Apply today to discover the Advanced difference Benefits: Day One Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Meals and Incidentals Stipend Generous Housing Stipend 401(k) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match Travel Expense Reimbursement Professional and General Liability Coverage Licensure Fees Reimbursement 24/7 Support and Guidance from Industry Experts hotRN jobApply. This job requires 1-year recent acute work experience in the United States in the same specialty . Advanced Travel Nursing is a travel nursing company specializing in the placement of registered nurses in Surgical Units, Operating Rooms, Cardiac Care and many other settings. At Advanced Travel Nursing, you can expect a comprehensive assortment of settings at facilities in all regions of the country. We partner with our travel nurses to find the ideal position for your professional growth. Our customized travel nursing assignments allow you to pick the setting, location, and shift to enable you to reach your full financial and professional potential. In addition to our personalized service, we offer a tremendous benefits package. Customized Pay Packages Comprehensive Medical Coverage Day 1 Furnished Housing / Lodging Per-Diem Matching 401(k) Personalized Attention DON Clinical Support to our Advanced Travel Nursing Family of Nurses Advanced Travel Nursing promises you the career guidance and clinical support you deserve. We strive to form long term partnerships based on quality and integrity. Make Advanced Travel Nursing your travel nurse agency of choice . This job is also widely searched as a registered nurse, rn, nurse, travel nurse, nurse rn, rn nurse, travel nurse rn, nursing, travel rn, med surg / telemetry nurse.
Nov 18, 2019
NurseFly Travel Nursing with Advanced Travel Nursing is seeking a med surg / telemetry travel nurse for a travel nursing job in Fort Washington, Maryland: - Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry - Discipline: RN - Start Date: 11/25/2019 - Duration: 13 weeks - 36 hours per week - Shift: 12 hours, nights. Additional information: Advanced Job ID 87743856. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN Medical Surgical: Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) Nights 12h. A Fort Washington facility in cooperation with Advanced is currently seeking a qualified RN/Registered Nurse. An applicant will be chosen based on experience in assessing patients, developing plans of care, implementing these plans, and upholding clinical documentation for facilities and their patients. The candidate must have a minimum of 2 years experience in an acute setting. The role of RN may also include advising patients on maintaining health and preventing illness and injury. Please contact us if you feel your skills would be a fit for this job. Advanced Travel Nursing is a nationwide staffing company for nurses. As one of the largest employment agencies in the United States, our nationwide network of high-quality and high-paying travel nursing jobs include thousands of great positions at some of the best facilities in the country. Our goal is to place you in specialties and locations of your choice. We recognize what you have to offer and our goal is to make your experience enjoyable and successful. Your Career Consultant will work closely with you to match you with facilities that meet your monetary, geographical, and clinical goals. Our competitive compensation and benefits package guarantees that your experience will be financially as well as personally rewarding. Apply today to discover the Advanced difference Benefits: Day One Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Meals and Incidentals Stipend Generous Housing Stipend 401(k) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match Travel Expense Reimbursement Professional and General Liability Coverage Licensure Fees Reimbursement 24/7 Support and Guidance from Industry Experts hotRN jobApply. This job requires 1-year recent acute work experience in the United States in the same specialty . Advanced Travel Nursing is a travel nursing company specializing in the placement of registered nurses in Surgical Units, Operating Rooms, Cardiac Care and many other settings. At Advanced Travel Nursing, you can expect a comprehensive assortment of settings at facilities in all regions of the country. We partner with our travel nurses to find the ideal position for your professional growth. Our customized travel nursing assignments allow you to pick the setting, location, and shift to enable you to reach your full financial and professional potential. In addition to our personalized service, we offer a tremendous benefits package. Customized Pay Packages Comprehensive Medical Coverage Day 1 Furnished Housing / Lodging Per-Diem Matching 401(k) Personalized Attention DON Clinical Support to our Advanced Travel Nursing Family of Nurses Advanced Travel Nursing promises you the career guidance and clinical support you deserve. We strive to form long term partnerships based on quality and integrity. Make Advanced Travel Nursing your travel nurse agency of choice . This job is also widely searched as a registered nurse, rn, nurse, travel nurse, nurse rn, rn nurse, travel nurse rn, nursing, travel rn, med surg / telemetry nurse.
LINK Industrial Properties
Fort Washington, PA, USA
Link Industrial Properties Senior Real Estate Accountant – Fort Washington, PA Office Company Overview: Link Industrial Properties (“Link”) is Blackstone’s US industrial real estate operating platform. Link currently manages a national portfolio of high-quality, well-located industrial assets totaling over 180 million square feet throughout the U.S. To review the Company’s latest news release and other corporate documents, please visit the Company’s website at www.liprop.com Qualifications and Experience: BA/BS required, Accounting or Finance degree preferred 4+ years’ experience, real estate experience preferred Public Accounting experience a plus Detail oriented, analytical, strong organizational skills, proven ability to meet deadlines, works well under pressure and possess the ability to manage time efficiently and prioritize effectively Excellent Microsoft Excel Skills Experience with Yardi, MRI and JDE are a plus Responsibilities: Prepare monthly individual and/or consolidated financial statements and work papers for assigned portfolios Prepare monthly variance explanations for assigned portfolios Prepare monthly reconciliations of cash accounts and cash reserves Prepare and/or review straight line rent recognition schedules in accordance with applicable leases Prepare CAM reconciliations for monthly accrual postings and annual reconciliations to tenants Prepare monthly sales and use tax returns Coordinate with lease administration department to ensure that all charges are billed in accordance with applicable leases Review general ledger to ensure that all expenses are properly classified Assist in compiling information for distribution to external auditors during quarterly review and annual audit process. Assist with SOX internal audit reviews Take the lead on special projects pertaining to assigned portfolios Compensation: Competitive base salary, potential to earn annual bonus at company’s discretion Comprehensive employee benefits package. Forward resumes to employment@liprop.com
Nov 18, 2019
Link Industrial Properties Senior Real Estate Accountant – Fort Washington, PA Office Company Overview: Link Industrial Properties (“Link”) is Blackstone’s US industrial real estate operating platform. Link currently manages a national portfolio of high-quality, well-located industrial assets totaling over 180 million square feet throughout the U.S. To review the Company’s latest news release and other corporate documents, please visit the Company’s website at www.liprop.com Qualifications and Experience: BA/BS required, Accounting or Finance degree preferred 4+ years’ experience, real estate experience preferred Public Accounting experience a plus Detail oriented, analytical, strong organizational skills, proven ability to meet deadlines, works well under pressure and possess the ability to manage time efficiently and prioritize effectively Excellent Microsoft Excel Skills Experience with Yardi, MRI and JDE are a plus Responsibilities: Prepare monthly individual and/or consolidated financial statements and work papers for assigned portfolios Prepare monthly variance explanations for assigned portfolios Prepare monthly reconciliations of cash accounts and cash reserves Prepare and/or review straight line rent recognition schedules in accordance with applicable leases Prepare CAM reconciliations for monthly accrual postings and annual reconciliations to tenants Prepare monthly sales and use tax returns Coordinate with lease administration department to ensure that all charges are billed in accordance with applicable leases Review general ledger to ensure that all expenses are properly classified Assist in compiling information for distribution to external auditors during quarterly review and annual audit process. Assist with SOX internal audit reviews Take the lead on special projects pertaining to assigned portfolios Compensation: Competitive base salary, potential to earn annual bonus at company’s discretion Comprehensive employee benefits package. Forward resumes to employment@liprop.com
POSITION REQUIREMENTS Valid state drivers license At least 1 year of related experience preferred Valid high school diploma Merakey is currently seeking House Manager Aide to join our Merakey IDD division in our Fort Washington location. ** Qualified entry level candidates are eligible for up to $13.17/hour if the Enhanced Pay Program is selected.** Are you looking for a position where you can utilize your skills and passion for supporting people? Do you believe that we are better together by including everyone? Are you searching for a rewarding career in the service of others? The Direct Support Professional role isn't for everyone- but it IS for those who enjoy a challenge working with individuals with disabilities and the reward that comes with it. Being in this role requires both attention to detail and creativity as you are serving as both a life coach and a personal support to our individuals. If this sounds like something that you would enjoy -- then join our team! POSITION DETAILS Work involves providing individualized care, activities of daily living, including proper maintenance of living area, and guiding residents in leisure activities, work and day programming Work also entails all chores necessary to maintain as normal a living environment as possible, i.e., laundry and housekeeping Work is performed in accordance with appropriate procedures under the supervision of the House Manager who reviews results through living area observation of activities in progress, residents' responsiveness, inspection of living area, reports and periodic meetings Staff will be required to follow a designated shift routine and assignments as outlined by the House Manager MERAKEY IS PROUD TO OFFER THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS NEW!! -- we have the compensation and benefits package that will meet your individual needs!! You choose between "Enhanced Pay" or "Enhanced Benefits" Depending on your needs and/or the needs of your family, you choose between higher pay (and a full range of base benefits) or unbelievable benefits (and competitive pay). You will be free to choose from: Enhanced Pay -- Competitive wage + an additional $2.00 per hour for all hours worked. Option to select a base high deductible medical plan + dental and vision coverage. Retirement plan also available along with a full range of company paid benefits. Enhanced Benefits -- Competitive wage + an option to select from 4 comprehensive medical plans for you and your family where at least 70% of the premiums are paid by Merakey. Dental, Vision and Retirement Plan also available along with a full range of additional company paid benefits. In addition -- we offer the following benefits: Work/Life Balance Competitive Compensation Plans Opportunities for professional growth and advancement Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans Flexible Spending Accounts Short/Long Term Disability Coverage Life Insurance 403B Retirement Plan (with company matching) Marketplace Savings Program Employee Assistance Program Wellness Programs 24-Hour Nurse Hotline Tuition Reimbursement Generous Paid Time Off (for qualifying positions) Stability that coincides with working for a national leader in education and human services ABOUT MERAKEY'S IDD DIVISION Merakey supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in the enhancement of their abilities and interests. Services are aimed at partnering with individuals as they become self-sufficient and live everyday lives. Merakey focuses on helping individuals find meaningful roles in their community and to feel valued as community members. Individuals are always at the core of the planning and implementation of services. Community-Based Services Adult Training Facility Behavior Support Services Early Intervention Case Management Employment (Transitional, Supported, Competitive) In-home Support Non-traditional Community Day Services/Home and Community Habilitation Supports Coordination Residential Services Community Living/Group Homes Family/Shared Living Intermediate Care Facility Respite Care Specialized Residential (medically fragile, dementia, autism, dual diagnosis, problematic sexual behavior) Supported Living For more information on each individual service, please visit: https://www.merakey.org/services-idd.html ABOUT MERAKEY Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health and education provider offering a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. We leverage our size and expertise to develop innovative solutions and new models of care to meet the needs of individuals, their families, public and private healthcare funders and community partner organizations. We recognize that complex needs require a holistic approach. With our experience, expertise and compassion, we empower everyone within our communities to reach their fullest potential. With a rich tradition spanning 50 years with nearly 10,000 employees, Merakey provides care to over 40,000 adults and children throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Delaware, Louisiana, Virginia, Michigan, Texas, California, and Tennessee. APPLY TODAY In addition to completing your application, please feel free to email your resume directly to our recruiter at roman.escobar@merakey.org . Requisition Number: 47924 Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!
Nov 18, 2019
POSITION REQUIREMENTS Valid state drivers license At least 1 year of related experience preferred Valid high school diploma Merakey is currently seeking House Manager Aide to join our Merakey IDD division in our Fort Washington location. ** Qualified entry level candidates are eligible for up to $13.17/hour if the Enhanced Pay Program is selected.** Are you looking for a position where you can utilize your skills and passion for supporting people? Do you believe that we are better together by including everyone? Are you searching for a rewarding career in the service of others? The Direct Support Professional role isn't for everyone- but it IS for those who enjoy a challenge working with individuals with disabilities and the reward that comes with it. Being in this role requires both attention to detail and creativity as you are serving as both a life coach and a personal support to our individuals. If this sounds like something that you would enjoy -- then join our team! POSITION DETAILS Work involves providing individualized care, activities of daily living, including proper maintenance of living area, and guiding residents in leisure activities, work and day programming Work also entails all chores necessary to maintain as normal a living environment as possible, i.e., laundry and housekeeping Work is performed in accordance with appropriate procedures under the supervision of the House Manager who reviews results through living area observation of activities in progress, residents' responsiveness, inspection of living area, reports and periodic meetings Staff will be required to follow a designated shift routine and assignments as outlined by the House Manager MERAKEY IS PROUD TO OFFER THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS NEW!! -- we have the compensation and benefits package that will meet your individual needs!! You choose between "Enhanced Pay" or "Enhanced Benefits" Depending on your needs and/or the needs of your family, you choose between higher pay (and a full range of base benefits) or unbelievable benefits (and competitive pay). You will be free to choose from: Enhanced Pay -- Competitive wage + an additional $2.00 per hour for all hours worked. Option to select a base high deductible medical plan + dental and vision coverage. Retirement plan also available along with a full range of company paid benefits. Enhanced Benefits -- Competitive wage + an option to select from 4 comprehensive medical plans for you and your family where at least 70% of the premiums are paid by Merakey. Dental, Vision and Retirement Plan also available along with a full range of additional company paid benefits. In addition -- we offer the following benefits: Work/Life Balance Competitive Compensation Plans Opportunities for professional growth and advancement Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans Flexible Spending Accounts Short/Long Term Disability Coverage Life Insurance 403B Retirement Plan (with company matching) Marketplace Savings Program Employee Assistance Program Wellness Programs 24-Hour Nurse Hotline Tuition Reimbursement Generous Paid Time Off (for qualifying positions) Stability that coincides with working for a national leader in education and human services ABOUT MERAKEY'S IDD DIVISION Merakey supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in the enhancement of their abilities and interests. Services are aimed at partnering with individuals as they become self-sufficient and live everyday lives. Merakey focuses on helping individuals find meaningful roles in their community and to feel valued as community members. Individuals are always at the core of the planning and implementation of services. Community-Based Services Adult Training Facility Behavior Support Services Early Intervention Case Management Employment (Transitional, Supported, Competitive) In-home Support Non-traditional Community Day Services/Home and Community Habilitation Supports Coordination Residential Services Community Living/Group Homes Family/Shared Living Intermediate Care Facility Respite Care Specialized Residential (medically fragile, dementia, autism, dual diagnosis, problematic sexual behavior) Supported Living For more information on each individual service, please visit: https://www.merakey.org/services-idd.html ABOUT MERAKEY Merakey is a leading developmental, behavioral health and education provider offering a breadth of integrated services to individuals and communities across the country. We leverage our size and expertise to develop innovative solutions and new models of care to meet the needs of individuals, their families, public and private healthcare funders and community partner organizations. We recognize that complex needs require a holistic approach. With our experience, expertise and compassion, we empower everyone within our communities to reach their fullest potential. With a rich tradition spanning 50 years with nearly 10,000 employees, Merakey provides care to over 40,000 adults and children throughout Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Maryland, Delaware, Louisiana, Virginia, Michigan, Texas, California, and Tennessee. APPLY TODAY In addition to completing your application, please feel free to email your resume directly to our recruiter at roman.escobar@merakey.org . Requisition Number: 47924 Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer!
Description ManorCare of Voorhees has a Unit Manager Opportunity on our 51-Bed Sub-Acute Rehab Unit! This Role Has a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available! HCR ManorCare provides a range of services, including skilled nursing care, assisted living, post-acute medical and rehabilitation care, hospice care, home health care and rehabilitation therapy. Leadership is an intangible quality, not easily defined. And yet your patients and staff recognize it in your patience, confidence, skill and compassion. Your positive impact, excellent clinical skills, experience, and natural talents have prepared you to step into a nurse leadership role at HCR ManorCare. As an Unit Manager - RN, you will oversee the care management of a population of patients within an assigned area, unit or clinical function. The position conducts the nursing process, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation under the scope of the State's Nurse Practice Act of Registered Nurse licensure. The Unit Manager - RN coordinates resource utilization, timely and appropriate care interventions, and interdisciplinary communication to enhance patient and family satisfaction, adherence to center's clinical systems and regulatory compliance. There's no better definition of career fulfillment than the experience of watching your patients get back to their daily routine. At HCR ManorCare, we want to make this a recurring part of your working life as an Unit Manager. In return for your expertise, you'll enjoy excellent training, industry-leading benefits and unlimited opportunities to learn and grow. Be a part of the team leading the nation in healthcare. Location 623 - ManorCare Health Services - Voorhees, New Jersey Educational Requirements Currently licensed as RN in this state; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. Position Requirements Two years experience as a RN with 1-year nursing supervisory experience. Job Specific Details: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available
Nov 18, 2019
Description ManorCare of Voorhees has a Unit Manager Opportunity on our 51-Bed Sub-Acute Rehab Unit! This Role Has a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available! HCR ManorCare provides a range of services, including skilled nursing care, assisted living, post-acute medical and rehabilitation care, hospice care, home health care and rehabilitation therapy. Leadership is an intangible quality, not easily defined. And yet your patients and staff recognize it in your patience, confidence, skill and compassion. Your positive impact, excellent clinical skills, experience, and natural talents have prepared you to step into a nurse leadership role at HCR ManorCare. As an Unit Manager - RN, you will oversee the care management of a population of patients within an assigned area, unit or clinical function. The position conducts the nursing process, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation under the scope of the State's Nurse Practice Act of Registered Nurse licensure. The Unit Manager - RN coordinates resource utilization, timely and appropriate care interventions, and interdisciplinary communication to enhance patient and family satisfaction, adherence to center's clinical systems and regulatory compliance. There's no better definition of career fulfillment than the experience of watching your patients get back to their daily routine. At HCR ManorCare, we want to make this a recurring part of your working life as an Unit Manager. In return for your expertise, you'll enjoy excellent training, industry-leading benefits and unlimited opportunities to learn and grow. Be a part of the team leading the nation in healthcare. Location 623 - ManorCare Health Services - Voorhees, New Jersey Educational Requirements Currently licensed as RN in this state; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred. Position Requirements Two years experience as a RN with 1-year nursing supervisory experience. Job Specific Details: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available
Senior Statistical Programmer - Small Sized CRO - 100% Remote - Lead Focus Our client is currently searching for a Senior Statistical Programmer to join their team as a full time, fully remote employee. Our client is a full-service Small CRO, operating at one of the highest levels of quality in the industry. Through their strategic data sites, they can operate seamlessly around the globe, maintaining their reputation for providing excellence. Job Overview: The Senior Statistical Programmer will be reporting directly to the Director of Statistical Programming, and depending on the given needs at the time, this person will be working in an FSP model. My client is involved in several therapeutic areas, so you potentially will be able to work within a few different areas. Role Responsibilities: Programming edit checks Create tables, listings and figures for clinical study report Create or QC SDTM specifications and SDTM datasets Create or QC simple ADaM specifications Create or QC ADaM datasets Serve as a mentor for junior team members Requirements: BS/MS in statistics or related science 5+ years of Programming experience in CRO or Pharma Experience being the Lead programmer on studies Contact Details: Full job description and company details are available upon application. This position is being dealt with by Max Ranzato at Meet, call on +1 or email directly at to discuss further and in confidence. You can find out more about Max & Meet at
Nov 18, 2019
Senior Statistical Programmer - Small Sized CRO - 100% Remote - Lead Focus Our client is currently searching for a Senior Statistical Programmer to join their team as a full time, fully remote employee. Our client is a full-service Small CRO, operating at one of the highest levels of quality in the industry. Through their strategic data sites, they can operate seamlessly around the globe, maintaining their reputation for providing excellence. Job Overview: The Senior Statistical Programmer will be reporting directly to the Director of Statistical Programming, and depending on the given needs at the time, this person will be working in an FSP model. My client is involved in several therapeutic areas, so you potentially will be able to work within a few different areas. Role Responsibilities: Programming edit checks Create tables, listings and figures for clinical study report Create or QC SDTM specifications and SDTM datasets Create or QC simple ADaM specifications Create or QC ADaM datasets Serve as a mentor for junior team members Requirements: BS/MS in statistics or related science 5+ years of Programming experience in CRO or Pharma Experience being the Lead programmer on studies Contact Details: Full job description and company details are available upon application. This position is being dealt with by Max Ranzato at Meet, call on +1 or email directly at to discuss further and in confidence. You can find out more about Max & Meet at
JOB DESCRIPTION: Experienced office worker, preferably with an insurance background, to perform high level administrative and underwriting duties. • Must have excellent Microsoft office skills ( Excel, Word, Access) to work in spreadsheets and with insurance premium raters • Strong verbal and written skills to communicate with underwriter and brokers • Must be very organized and able to work with speed and accuracy in a demanding environment • Ability to effectively support underwriters and manager to deliver superior service to our customers • Insurance knowledge/terminology a plus • Analyze new and renewal insurance applications to determine eligibility for coverage, available terms and conditions for pricing in accordance with established market underwriting guidelines • Submit new applications from brokers to underwriter for rate indications • Assess renewal submission from brokers for rate indications • Facilitate proposal and bind order in timely manner • Manage submission and tracking with underwriters
Nov 18, 2019
JOB DESCRIPTION: Experienced office worker, preferably with an insurance background, to perform high level administrative and underwriting duties. • Must have excellent Microsoft office skills ( Excel, Word, Access) to work in spreadsheets and with insurance premium raters • Strong verbal and written skills to communicate with underwriter and brokers • Must be very organized and able to work with speed and accuracy in a demanding environment • Ability to effectively support underwriters and manager to deliver superior service to our customers • Insurance knowledge/terminology a plus • Analyze new and renewal insurance applications to determine eligibility for coverage, available terms and conditions for pricing in accordance with established market underwriting guidelines • Submit new applications from brokers to underwriter for rate indications • Assess renewal submission from brokers for rate indications • Facilitate proposal and bind order in timely manner • Manage submission and tracking with underwriters
Location District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia Clearance Required: TS/SCI with full scope poly Description Is it obvious to everyone around you that you have fun with your work and with your co-workers? Does everyone know that when you take on a task whether it's huge and scary or tiny and boring, you're going to see it through? Maybe you love to teach and learn from your co-workers? Do you have a pet project that you'd like help with while earning money to pay the bills? If any of these characteristics sounds like you, CodeIntelx would love to meet you! We're looking for DevOps Engineers at every level to join our team. The right engineer will have experience in the following: All the characteristics above Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline Familiarity with the core services of Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and/or Google Cloud A foundation in Linux/Unix A foundation in a high-level programming language Java, Python, Ruby, C, C++ is a plus Familiarity with shell scripting Familiarity with Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) Familiarity with build tools (Gradle, Maven, ANT, etc) An understanding of working with Scrum. Familiarity with source code versioning systems (GIT, SVN, CVS, etc) About Us CodeIntelx is where passion, innovation, and technology converge. Within the public and private sectors CodeIntelx specializes in software engineering, cloud migration, systems engineering, and cyber security. Our commitment to people and service, equips clients with the workforce they need to develop custom software solutions, modernize aging infrastructure, and increase productivity. That's enough about us, to ensure you've read the entirety of this message, please include the name of your favorite movie alongside your resume in your reply.
Nov 18, 2019
Location District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia Clearance Required: TS/SCI with full scope poly Description Is it obvious to everyone around you that you have fun with your work and with your co-workers? Does everyone know that when you take on a task whether it's huge and scary or tiny and boring, you're going to see it through? Maybe you love to teach and learn from your co-workers? Do you have a pet project that you'd like help with while earning money to pay the bills? If any of these characteristics sounds like you, CodeIntelx would love to meet you! We're looking for DevOps Engineers at every level to join our team. The right engineer will have experience in the following: All the characteristics above Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline Familiarity with the core services of Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, and/or Google Cloud A foundation in Linux/Unix A foundation in a high-level programming language Java, Python, Ruby, C, C++ is a plus Familiarity with shell scripting Familiarity with Continuous Integration (CI) and Continuous Delivery (CD) Familiarity with build tools (Gradle, Maven, ANT, etc) An understanding of working with Scrum. Familiarity with source code versioning systems (GIT, SVN, CVS, etc) About Us CodeIntelx is where passion, innovation, and technology converge. Within the public and private sectors CodeIntelx specializes in software engineering, cloud migration, systems engineering, and cyber security. Our commitment to people and service, equips clients with the workforce they need to develop custom software solutions, modernize aging infrastructure, and increase productivity. That's enough about us, to ensure you've read the entirety of this message, please include the name of your favorite movie alongside your resume in your reply.
National Security Agency (NSA)
Fort Washington, MD, USA
Responsibilities The professionals at the National Security Agency (NSA) have one common goal: to protect our nation. The mission requires a strong offense and a steadfast defense. The offense collects, processes, and disseminates intelligence information derived from foreign signals for intelligence and counterintelligence purposes. The defense prevents adversaries from gaining access to sensitive classified national security information. NSA is the nation's leader in providing foreign signals intelligence while also protecting U.S. government information systems, forging the frontier of communications, and data analysis. We serve the American people by applying technical skills to meaningful work, keeping our friends and families safe for generations to come. You will make a lasting impact serving your country as a Data Scientist at the National Security Agency, using your curiosity to analyze large data sets to inform decision-making against foreign threats. We are looking for critical thinkers, problem solvers, and motivated individuals who are enthusiastic about data and believe that answers to hard questions lie in the yet-to-be-told story of diverse, complicated data sets. You will employ your mathematical science, computer science, and quantitative analysis skills to ensure solutions to complex data problems and take full advantage of the NSA's software and hardware capabilities in all areas of our enterprise, including analytic capabilities, research, and foreign intelligence operations. Data Scientists are hired into positions directly supporting a technical mission office or the Data Scientist Development Program (DSDP). The NSA/CSS Data Scientist Development Program is a three-year opportunity to build your data science talent, experience the breadth of data science at NSA through six- to nine-month assignments in a variety of diverse organizations, and collaborate with NSA's experts in the field of data science. You will have opportunities to attend technical conferences with experts from industry and academia. You will routinely discuss and share NSA's challenges and successes at weekly technical roundtables. We foster an environment where you will develop your data science skills, allowing you to quickly contribute to NSA's mission. As a member of a technical mission office or the DSDP, Data Scientists tackle challenging real-world problems leveraging big data, high-performance computing, machine learning, and a breadth of other methodologies. As a Data Scientist at NSA, responsibilities may include: Collecting and combining data from multiple sources Uncovering and exploring anomalous data (including metadata) Applying the scientific process to data evaluation, performing statistical inference, and data mining Developing analytic plans, engineer supporting algorithms, and design and implement solutions which execute analytic plans. Designing and developing tools and techniques for analysis Analyzing data using mathematical/statistical methods Evaluating, documenting, and communicating research processes, analyses, and results to customers, peers, and leadership Creating interpretable visualizations Skills The ideal candidate is someone with a desire for continual learning and strong problem-solving, analytic and interpersonal skills. You might be a great fit for our team if any of the following describe you: Completed a degree program in the fields of mathematics, statistics, computer science, computational sciences, or a passion for rigorous analysis of data Tenacity, integrity, persistence, and willingness to learn Ability to solve complex problems Use critical thinking and reasoning to make analytic determinations Works effectively in a collaborative environment Strong communications skills to both technical and non-technical audiences The desire to serve over 300 million fellow Americans and make a difference in world events Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule On the job training, internal NSA courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee. Monday - Friday, with basic 8 hr/day requirements between 0800 to 1800 (flexible) Position Summary NSA is in search of Computer Science professionals to solve complex problems, test innovative approaches and research new solutions to storing, manipulating, and presenting information. We are looking for you to apply your computer science expertise to projects that seek to create new standards for the transformation of information. If you want to develop technologies and tools and be a part of cutting edge innovations ' join our team of experts! Help protect national security interests as part of the world's most advanced team of computer science professionals! Qualifications Candidates for the NSA's Data Scientist roles are asked to complete a data science examination evaluating their knowledge of statistics, mathematics, and computer science topics that pertain to data science work. Passing this examination is a requirement in order to be considered for selection into a data scientist position. Salary Range: $70,519 - $87,868 (Entry/Developmental) *The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. Entry is with a Bachelor's degree and no experience. An Associate's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position. Degree must be in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Operations Research, or Computer Science. A degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Information Systems, Engineering), a degree in the physical/hard sciences (e.g. physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy), or other science disciplines (i.e., behavioral, social, and life) may be considered if it includes a concentration of coursework (typically 5 or more courses) in advanced mathematics (typically 200 level or higher; such as calculus, differential equations, discrete mathematics) and/or computer science (e.g., algorithms, programming, data structures, data mining, artificial intelligence). College-level Algebra or other math courses intended to meet a basic college level requirement, or upper level math courses designated as elementary or basic do not count. Note : A broader range of degrees will be considered if accompanied by a Certificate in Data Science from an accredited college/university. Relevant experience must be in designing/implementing machine learning, data mining, advanced analytical algorithms, programming, data science, advanced statistical analysis, artificial intelligence, and/or software engineering. Experience in more than one area is strongly preferred. Salary Range: $81,571 - $108,643 (Full Performance) *The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and no experience. An Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position. Degree must be in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Operations Research, or Computer Science. A degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Information Systems, Engineering), a degree in the physical/hard sciences (e.g. physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy), or other science disciplines (i.e., behavioral, social, and life) may be considered if it includes a concentration of coursework (typically 5 or more courses) in advanced mathematics (typically 200 level or higher; such as calculus, differential equations, discrete mathematics) and/or computer science (e.g., algorithms, programming, data structures, data mining, artificial intelligence). College-level Algebra or other math courses intended to meet a basic college level requirement, or upper level math courses designated as elementary or basic do not count. Note : A broader range of degrees will be considered if accompanied by a Certificate in Data Science from an accredited college/university. Relevant experience must be in two or more of the following: designing/implementing machine learning, data mining, advanced analytical algorithms, programming, data science, advanced statistical analysis, artificial intelligence, or software engineering. Salary Range: $99,172 - $152,352 (Senior) *The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience..... click apply for full job details Associated topics: astronomical, astronomy, astrophysics, gravitational, heliophysics, nuclear, physics
Nov 18, 2019
Responsibilities The professionals at the National Security Agency (NSA) have one common goal: to protect our nation. The mission requires a strong offense and a steadfast defense. The offense collects, processes, and disseminates intelligence information derived from foreign signals for intelligence and counterintelligence purposes. The defense prevents adversaries from gaining access to sensitive classified national security information. NSA is the nation's leader in providing foreign signals intelligence while also protecting U.S. government information systems, forging the frontier of communications, and data analysis. We serve the American people by applying technical skills to meaningful work, keeping our friends and families safe for generations to come. You will make a lasting impact serving your country as a Data Scientist at the National Security Agency, using your curiosity to analyze large data sets to inform decision-making against foreign threats. We are looking for critical thinkers, problem solvers, and motivated individuals who are enthusiastic about data and believe that answers to hard questions lie in the yet-to-be-told story of diverse, complicated data sets. You will employ your mathematical science, computer science, and quantitative analysis skills to ensure solutions to complex data problems and take full advantage of the NSA's software and hardware capabilities in all areas of our enterprise, including analytic capabilities, research, and foreign intelligence operations. Data Scientists are hired into positions directly supporting a technical mission office or the Data Scientist Development Program (DSDP). The NSA/CSS Data Scientist Development Program is a three-year opportunity to build your data science talent, experience the breadth of data science at NSA through six- to nine-month assignments in a variety of diverse organizations, and collaborate with NSA's experts in the field of data science. You will have opportunities to attend technical conferences with experts from industry and academia. You will routinely discuss and share NSA's challenges and successes at weekly technical roundtables. We foster an environment where you will develop your data science skills, allowing you to quickly contribute to NSA's mission. As a member of a technical mission office or the DSDP, Data Scientists tackle challenging real-world problems leveraging big data, high-performance computing, machine learning, and a breadth of other methodologies. As a Data Scientist at NSA, responsibilities may include: Collecting and combining data from multiple sources Uncovering and exploring anomalous data (including metadata) Applying the scientific process to data evaluation, performing statistical inference, and data mining Developing analytic plans, engineer supporting algorithms, and design and implement solutions which execute analytic plans. Designing and developing tools and techniques for analysis Analyzing data using mathematical/statistical methods Evaluating, documenting, and communicating research processes, analyses, and results to customers, peers, and leadership Creating interpretable visualizations Skills The ideal candidate is someone with a desire for continual learning and strong problem-solving, analytic and interpersonal skills. You might be a great fit for our team if any of the following describe you: Completed a degree program in the fields of mathematics, statistics, computer science, computational sciences, or a passion for rigorous analysis of data Tenacity, integrity, persistence, and willingness to learn Ability to solve complex problems Use critical thinking and reasoning to make analytic determinations Works effectively in a collaborative environment Strong communications skills to both technical and non-technical audiences The desire to serve over 300 million fellow Americans and make a difference in world events Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule On the job training, internal NSA courses, and external training will be made available based on the need and experience of the selectee. Monday - Friday, with basic 8 hr/day requirements between 0800 to 1800 (flexible) Position Summary NSA is in search of Computer Science professionals to solve complex problems, test innovative approaches and research new solutions to storing, manipulating, and presenting information. We are looking for you to apply your computer science expertise to projects that seek to create new standards for the transformation of information. If you want to develop technologies and tools and be a part of cutting edge innovations ' join our team of experts! Help protect national security interests as part of the world's most advanced team of computer science professionals! Qualifications Candidates for the NSA's Data Scientist roles are asked to complete a data science examination evaluating their knowledge of statistics, mathematics, and computer science topics that pertain to data science work. Passing this examination is a requirement in order to be considered for selection into a data scientist position. Salary Range: $70,519 - $87,868 (Entry/Developmental) *The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. Entry is with a Bachelor's degree and no experience. An Associate's degree plus 2 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position. Degree must be in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Operations Research, or Computer Science. A degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Information Systems, Engineering), a degree in the physical/hard sciences (e.g. physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy), or other science disciplines (i.e., behavioral, social, and life) may be considered if it includes a concentration of coursework (typically 5 or more courses) in advanced mathematics (typically 200 level or higher; such as calculus, differential equations, discrete mathematics) and/or computer science (e.g., algorithms, programming, data structures, data mining, artificial intelligence). College-level Algebra or other math courses intended to meet a basic college level requirement, or upper level math courses designated as elementary or basic do not count. Note : A broader range of degrees will be considered if accompanied by a Certificate in Data Science from an accredited college/university. Relevant experience must be in designing/implementing machine learning, data mining, advanced analytical algorithms, programming, data science, advanced statistical analysis, artificial intelligence, and/or software engineering. Experience in more than one area is strongly preferred. Salary Range: $81,571 - $108,643 (Full Performance) *The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree and no experience. An Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience may be considered for individuals with in-depth experience that is clearly related to the position. Degree must be in Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Applied Statistics, Machine Learning, Data Science, Operations Research, or Computer Science. A degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Information Systems, Engineering), a degree in the physical/hard sciences (e.g. physics, chemistry, biology, astronomy), or other science disciplines (i.e., behavioral, social, and life) may be considered if it includes a concentration of coursework (typically 5 or more courses) in advanced mathematics (typically 200 level or higher; such as calculus, differential equations, discrete mathematics) and/or computer science (e.g., algorithms, programming, data structures, data mining, artificial intelligence). College-level Algebra or other math courses intended to meet a basic college level requirement, or upper level math courses designated as elementary or basic do not count. Note : A broader range of degrees will be considered if accompanied by a Certificate in Data Science from an accredited college/university. Relevant experience must be in two or more of the following: designing/implementing machine learning, data mining, advanced analytical algorithms, programming, data science, advanced statistical analysis, artificial intelligence, or software engineering. Salary Range: $99,172 - $152,352 (Senior) *The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position. Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position. Entry is with a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience or a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience..... click apply for full job details Associated topics: astronomical, astronomy, astrophysics, gravitational, heliophysics, nuclear, physics
Location District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia Clearance Required: TS/SCI with full scope poly Description Is it obvious to everyone around you that you have fun with your work and with your co-workers? Does everyone know that when you take on a task whether it's huge and scary or tiny and boring, you're going to see it through? Maybe you love to teach and learn from your co-workers? Do you have a pet project that you'd like help with while earning money to pay the bills? If any of these characteristics sounds like you, CodeIntelx would love to meet you! We're looking for Cyber Security Engineers at every level to join our team. The right engineer will have experience in the following: * All the characteristics above * Bachelor's degree in Information Assurance, Cyber Security, Computer Science or related discipline * Familiarity with anti-virus software, intrusion detection, firewalls and content filtering * Foundational knowledge of risk assessment tools, technologies and methods * Experience designing secure networks, systems and application architectures is a plus * Knowledge of disaster recovery, computer forensic tools, technologies and methods is a plus * Experience planning, researching and developing security policies, standards and procedures * Professional experience in a system administration role supporting multiple platforms and applications is a plus * Ability to communicate network security issues to peers and management * Ability to read and use the results of mobile code, malicious code, and anti-virus software is a plus About Us CodeIntelx is where passion, innovation, and technology converge. Within the public and private sectors CodeIntelx specializes in software engineering, cloud migration, systems engineering, and cyber security. Our commitment to people and service, equips clients with the workforce they need to develop custom software solutions, modernize aging infrastructure, and increase productivity. That's enough about us, to ensure you've read the entirety of this message, please include the name of your favorite movie alongside your resume in your reply. Associated topics: attack, identity, iam, information security, information technology security, malicious, phish, protect, security engineer, threat
Nov 18, 2019
Location District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia Clearance Required: TS/SCI with full scope poly Description Is it obvious to everyone around you that you have fun with your work and with your co-workers? Does everyone know that when you take on a task whether it's huge and scary or tiny and boring, you're going to see it through? Maybe you love to teach and learn from your co-workers? Do you have a pet project that you'd like help with while earning money to pay the bills? If any of these characteristics sounds like you, CodeIntelx would love to meet you! We're looking for Cyber Security Engineers at every level to join our team. The right engineer will have experience in the following: * All the characteristics above * Bachelor's degree in Information Assurance, Cyber Security, Computer Science or related discipline * Familiarity with anti-virus software, intrusion detection, firewalls and content filtering * Foundational knowledge of risk assessment tools, technologies and methods * Experience designing secure networks, systems and application architectures is a plus * Knowledge of disaster recovery, computer forensic tools, technologies and methods is a plus * Experience planning, researching and developing security policies, standards and procedures * Professional experience in a system administration role supporting multiple platforms and applications is a plus * Ability to communicate network security issues to peers and management * Ability to read and use the results of mobile code, malicious code, and anti-virus software is a plus About Us CodeIntelx is where passion, innovation, and technology converge. Within the public and private sectors CodeIntelx specializes in software engineering, cloud migration, systems engineering, and cyber security. Our commitment to people and service, equips clients with the workforce they need to develop custom software solutions, modernize aging infrastructure, and increase productivity. That's enough about us, to ensure you've read the entirety of this message, please include the name of your favorite movie alongside your resume in your reply. Associated topics: attack, identity, iam, information security, information technology security, malicious, phish, protect, security engineer, threat
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
Fort Washington, MD, USA
NGA needs your expertise! Seeking an experienced, prior GS-1102 contracting series tradecraft journeymen (experienced acquired as either a civilian and /or active duty military) to grow the next generation in the Profession. Use your proven expertise to mentor and coach our contracting work force in all aspects of pre-and post-procurement actions. Impact National Security and enjoy flexibility in schedule with this part-time opportunity. You've excelled in your profession and achieved success. Now, you're looking to reap the rewards. Enjoy your retirement AND stay engaged! Federal annuitants are welcome to apply. Cover Letter Applicants are not required to submit a cover letter. The entire cover letter cannot exceed the specified limits provided in the Cover Letter field (3,000 characters). Pages exceeding this limit will not be considered. The cover letter is recommended but is not required for employment consideration with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Applicants should place their narrative information in the Cover Letter / Other Professional Details field. Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule PROMOTION OPPORTUNITY: Promotion opportunities allow applicants at all band levels to be considered. Qualifications for NGA positions do not include specific time-in-band requirements. NGA will emphasize quality of experience, rather than duration, and assess how the quality of the experience demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance in the NGA occupational structure. Band 05 $134,789 - $164,200 PERMANENT CHANGE IN STATION: PCS expenses are not authorized. Pay is only part of the compensation you will earn working for the Federal Government. We offer a broad array of benefits programs and family friendly flexibilities to meet the needs of you and your family. For more information on the array of benefits programs, please visit Position Summary ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION: Contract Specialists plan and manage acquisitions to procure a variety of products and services for NGA. They interact with customers to develop and implement an acquisition strategy, solicit and evaluate proposals, and negotiate and award contracts. They also administer contracts, including monitoring contractor performance, preparing modifications, resolving problems, and terminating and closing out contracts. They may also hold a warrant that would authorize them to obligate the Government subject to the limitations expressed on their warrant. Additional Position Info ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This vacancy announcement seeks senior, seasoned government contracting officer consultants, subject matter experts in federal government Department of Defense (DoD) contracting. Selected applicant(s) will support contract specialists as they plan and manage acquisitions to procure a variety of products and services for NGA; support the specialists as they develop and implement acquisition strategies, solicit and evaluate proposals, and renegotiate and award contracts to satisfy customer requirements. The position also requires support to contract specialists as they administer contracts, including monitoring contractor performance in collaboration with the contracting officer representative (COR), preparing modifications, resolving problems, and terminating and closing out contracts. Three specific support functions are envisioned: 1. Mentor, coach and advise the NGA Contract Specialist workforce with special emphasis and experience on conducting a wide variety of source selections ranging from non-complex to complex, from small to large source selections, as well as contract management activities; 2. Mentor, coach and advise the NGA Contract Specialist workforce with special emphasis and experience conducting all aspects of cost and/or price analysis & cost realism, including the creation of quality cost and price analysis memorandum for the record narratives; and 3. Supporting/augmenting OCS in its design and implementation of a new, multi-faceted program to develop Contract Specialists. The Office of Contract Services (OCS) seeks applicants with extensive hands-on DoD contracting experience including major systems, base operations or complex programs as well as strong mentoring skills to develop junior contract specialists. The selected candidate(s) shall provide business advice, contractual guidance, and expertise as a Contract Specialist expert across OCS and/or within a specific OCS division. OCS is a customer service organization supporting multiple organizations throughout NGA to include extensive strategic planning necessary to effectively contract to meet the agency's overarching mission. The selected candidate(s) will also be actively engaged with contract specialists and customers to identify future acquisitions, strategize on most agile acquisition and procurement methods, and create an environment that promotes engagement, collaboration, integration, and the sharing of information and knowledge. Responsibilities include ensuring that all acquisition activity is executed ethically, legally, efficiently and effectively; and in accordance with applicable DoD policies and procedures. The position(s) will include mentoring and coaching a diverse workforce that may consist of DoD civilians, active duty contracting professionals, and other support personnel. Individuals must demonstrate the experience, training and education, judgment, dependability, character, and business acumen reflective of a subject matter expert in the Contract Specialist/GS1102 career field and necessary to compete, negotiate, award, administer, and terminate DoD NGA government contracts. Applicants must be free of conflicts of interest and be able to obtain TS/SCI security clearance. Strong leadership skills are required, as well as professional knowledge of federal government contract law, policy, and procedures, and the ability to engage with the workforce in a positive and effective manner. DEFENSE ACQUISITION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FUND (DAWDF) CRITICAL NEEDS: This part-time position(s) is a TEMPORARY Hire billet under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Development Fund (10 USC, Section 1705) for subject matter experts (Critical Needs). In addition, to be eligible for this position, you cannot be a current government employee. The position filled under this program is one (1) year TEMPORARY and may be extended for up to one (1) additional year to a maximum of two (2) years of total service. A minimum of one year break in employment is required if you were previously a federal civilian government employee; a minimum of 30 days break in employment is required for prior military. This is a part time position, not to exceed 32 hours per week (64 hours per pay period). IF APPLICABLE: He/she would be paid a pro-rated amount based on an hourly breakdown of the salaries listed in this announcement. Mandatory Qualification Reqs MANDATORY QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: For this particular job, applicants must meet all competencies reflected under the Mandatory Qualification Criteria to include education (if required). Online applications must demonstrate qualification by providing specific examples and associated results, in response to the announcement's mandatory criteria specified in this vacancy announcement: 1. Experience with contracting for a variety of products and services to include major systems, research and development (R&D), and/or complex programs using a wide range of contacting methodologies such as negotiated contract and commercial acquisition procedures in accordance to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS); 2. Experience in managing contract actions from conception through implementation and close out; 3. Experience with cost or price analysis, negotiations, and preparation of related contract documentation in accordance with directives and policies; 4. Proficiency with teaching, mentoring, and coaching contracting professionals on the GS-1102/Contract Specialist contracting series tradecraft. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in any field that includes, or has been supplemented by, at least 24 semester (36 quarter) hours of coursework in a business-related field such as Accounting, Business Administration, Contracts, Economics, Finance, Law, Purchasing, or a related discipline. Reference 10 USC Section 1724 for exceptions and waivers. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Must obtain DAWIA Certification in Contracting within 24 months. DAWIA Certification in Contracting, as appropriate for the band, within 24 months of appointment. Once obtained, Defense Acquisition Workforce members must obtain 80 Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2 years in order to maintain certification. Highly Desired Skills QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: In addition to the mandatory qualifications, experience in the following is desired: 1. Knowledge of selection procedures and experience completing competitive contract actions; 2. Customer Service focus with proven results, to include the ability to engage with the workforce in a positive and effective manner; 3. Experience teaching problem identification, resolution skills, and ability to develop and implement innovative approaches; 4. DAWIA Level III Certification in Contracting or equivalent. Who Can Apply External Applicants Only How To Apply - External Application submission involves applying using the Intelligence Community's Applicant Gateway on-line application process. ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Notes As a condition of employment at NGA, persons being considered for employment must meet NGA fitness for employment standards. - US Citizenship Required - Security Clearance (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) - Polygraph Test Required - Position Subject to Drug Testing - Two Year Probationary Period - Direct Deposit Required DCIPS Disclaimer NGA utilizes all processes and procedures of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). Non-executive NGA employees are assigned to five distinct pay bands based on the type and scope of work performed. The employee's base salary is established within their assigned pay band based on their unique qualifications. A performance pay process is conducted each year to determine a potential base pay salary increase and/or bonus. An employee's annual performance evaluation is a key factor in the performance pay process. Employees on term or temporary appointments are not eligible to apply for internal assignment opportunity notices. This position is a DCIPS position in the Excepted Service under 10 USC 1601. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are an external applicant claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, you must self-identify your eligibility in your application. This position is funded by the National Intelligence Program (NIP). How Will I Be Evaluated? APPLICANT EVALUATION PROCESS: Applicants will be evaluated for this job opportunity in three stages: 1) All applicants will be evaluated using the Mandatory Qualification Criteria, 2) Qualified applicants will then be evaluated by an expert or panel of experts using a combination of qualification criteria to determine the best-qualified candidates, 3) Best-qualified applicants may then be further evaluated through an interview process. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the Assignment Description, Additional Information Provided By the Selecting Official, and the Qualification Requirements; and then construct their resumes to highlight their most relevant and significant experience and education for this job opportunity. This description should include examples that detail the level and complexity of the performed work. Applicants are encouraged to provide any education information referenced in the announcement. If education is listed as a mandatory requirement, only degrees obtained from an institution accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Secretary, US Department of Education will be accepted. In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or redetermined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (ie, retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8414(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation. NGA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applications will only be accepted online. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us at @nga.mil. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. Additional Job Requirements You must be able to obtain and retain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information. In addition, you are subject to a Counterintelligence Polygraph examination in order to maintain access to Top Secret information. All employees are subject to a periodic examination on a random basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Refusal to take the examination may result in denial of access to Top Secret information, SAP, and/or unescorted access to SCIFs. Employees with SCI access and who are under NGA cognizance are required to submit a Security Financial Disclosure Report, SF-714, on an annual basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Failure to comply may negatively impact continued access to Top Secret information, Information Systems, SAP, and/or unescorted access to SCIFs. Associated topics: business, capital, commercial, commission, consultant, market, investment, pricing, real estate, wholesale
Nov 18, 2019
NGA needs your expertise! Seeking an experienced, prior GS-1102 contracting series tradecraft journeymen (experienced acquired as either a civilian and /or active duty military) to grow the next generation in the Profession. Use your proven expertise to mentor and coach our contracting work force in all aspects of pre-and post-procurement actions. Impact National Security and enjoy flexibility in schedule with this part-time opportunity. You've excelled in your profession and achieved success. Now, you're looking to reap the rewards. Enjoy your retirement AND stay engaged! Federal annuitants are welcome to apply. Cover Letter Applicants are not required to submit a cover letter. The entire cover letter cannot exceed the specified limits provided in the Cover Letter field (3,000 characters). Pages exceeding this limit will not be considered. The cover letter is recommended but is not required for employment consideration with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Applicants should place their narrative information in the Cover Letter / Other Professional Details field. Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule PROMOTION OPPORTUNITY: Promotion opportunities allow applicants at all band levels to be considered. Qualifications for NGA positions do not include specific time-in-band requirements. NGA will emphasize quality of experience, rather than duration, and assess how the quality of the experience demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance in the NGA occupational structure. Band 05 $134,789 - $164,200 PERMANENT CHANGE IN STATION: PCS expenses are not authorized. Pay is only part of the compensation you will earn working for the Federal Government. We offer a broad array of benefits programs and family friendly flexibilities to meet the needs of you and your family. For more information on the array of benefits programs, please visit Position Summary ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION: Contract Specialists plan and manage acquisitions to procure a variety of products and services for NGA. They interact with customers to develop and implement an acquisition strategy, solicit and evaluate proposals, and negotiate and award contracts. They also administer contracts, including monitoring contractor performance, preparing modifications, resolving problems, and terminating and closing out contracts. They may also hold a warrant that would authorize them to obligate the Government subject to the limitations expressed on their warrant. Additional Position Info ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This vacancy announcement seeks senior, seasoned government contracting officer consultants, subject matter experts in federal government Department of Defense (DoD) contracting. Selected applicant(s) will support contract specialists as they plan and manage acquisitions to procure a variety of products and services for NGA; support the specialists as they develop and implement acquisition strategies, solicit and evaluate proposals, and renegotiate and award contracts to satisfy customer requirements. The position also requires support to contract specialists as they administer contracts, including monitoring contractor performance in collaboration with the contracting officer representative (COR), preparing modifications, resolving problems, and terminating and closing out contracts. Three specific support functions are envisioned: 1. Mentor, coach and advise the NGA Contract Specialist workforce with special emphasis and experience on conducting a wide variety of source selections ranging from non-complex to complex, from small to large source selections, as well as contract management activities; 2. Mentor, coach and advise the NGA Contract Specialist workforce with special emphasis and experience conducting all aspects of cost and/or price analysis & cost realism, including the creation of quality cost and price analysis memorandum for the record narratives; and 3. Supporting/augmenting OCS in its design and implementation of a new, multi-faceted program to develop Contract Specialists. The Office of Contract Services (OCS) seeks applicants with extensive hands-on DoD contracting experience including major systems, base operations or complex programs as well as strong mentoring skills to develop junior contract specialists. The selected candidate(s) shall provide business advice, contractual guidance, and expertise as a Contract Specialist expert across OCS and/or within a specific OCS division. OCS is a customer service organization supporting multiple organizations throughout NGA to include extensive strategic planning necessary to effectively contract to meet the agency's overarching mission. The selected candidate(s) will also be actively engaged with contract specialists and customers to identify future acquisitions, strategize on most agile acquisition and procurement methods, and create an environment that promotes engagement, collaboration, integration, and the sharing of information and knowledge. Responsibilities include ensuring that all acquisition activity is executed ethically, legally, efficiently and effectively; and in accordance with applicable DoD policies and procedures. The position(s) will include mentoring and coaching a diverse workforce that may consist of DoD civilians, active duty contracting professionals, and other support personnel. Individuals must demonstrate the experience, training and education, judgment, dependability, character, and business acumen reflective of a subject matter expert in the Contract Specialist/GS1102 career field and necessary to compete, negotiate, award, administer, and terminate DoD NGA government contracts. Applicants must be free of conflicts of interest and be able to obtain TS/SCI security clearance. Strong leadership skills are required, as well as professional knowledge of federal government contract law, policy, and procedures, and the ability to engage with the workforce in a positive and effective manner. DEFENSE ACQUISITION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FUND (DAWDF) CRITICAL NEEDS: This part-time position(s) is a TEMPORARY Hire billet under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Development Fund (10 USC, Section 1705) for subject matter experts (Critical Needs). In addition, to be eligible for this position, you cannot be a current government employee. The position filled under this program is one (1) year TEMPORARY and may be extended for up to one (1) additional year to a maximum of two (2) years of total service. A minimum of one year break in employment is required if you were previously a federal civilian government employee; a minimum of 30 days break in employment is required for prior military. This is a part time position, not to exceed 32 hours per week (64 hours per pay period). IF APPLICABLE: He/she would be paid a pro-rated amount based on an hourly breakdown of the salaries listed in this announcement. Mandatory Qualification Reqs MANDATORY QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: For this particular job, applicants must meet all competencies reflected under the Mandatory Qualification Criteria to include education (if required). Online applications must demonstrate qualification by providing specific examples and associated results, in response to the announcement's mandatory criteria specified in this vacancy announcement: 1. Experience with contracting for a variety of products and services to include major systems, research and development (R&D), and/or complex programs using a wide range of contacting methodologies such as negotiated contract and commercial acquisition procedures in accordance to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS); 2. Experience in managing contract actions from conception through implementation and close out; 3. Experience with cost or price analysis, negotiations, and preparation of related contract documentation in accordance with directives and policies; 4. Proficiency with teaching, mentoring, and coaching contracting professionals on the GS-1102/Contract Specialist contracting series tradecraft. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in any field that includes, or has been supplemented by, at least 24 semester (36 quarter) hours of coursework in a business-related field such as Accounting, Business Administration, Contracts, Economics, Finance, Law, Purchasing, or a related discipline. Reference 10 USC Section 1724 for exceptions and waivers. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Must obtain DAWIA Certification in Contracting within 24 months. DAWIA Certification in Contracting, as appropriate for the band, within 24 months of appointment. Once obtained, Defense Acquisition Workforce members must obtain 80 Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2 years in order to maintain certification. Highly Desired Skills QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: In addition to the mandatory qualifications, experience in the following is desired: 1. Knowledge of selection procedures and experience completing competitive contract actions; 2. Customer Service focus with proven results, to include the ability to engage with the workforce in a positive and effective manner; 3. Experience teaching problem identification, resolution skills, and ability to develop and implement innovative approaches; 4. DAWIA Level III Certification in Contracting or equivalent. Who Can Apply External Applicants Only How To Apply - External Application submission involves applying using the Intelligence Community's Applicant Gateway on-line application process. ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Notes As a condition of employment at NGA, persons being considered for employment must meet NGA fitness for employment standards. - US Citizenship Required - Security Clearance (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) - Polygraph Test Required - Position Subject to Drug Testing - Two Year Probationary Period - Direct Deposit Required DCIPS Disclaimer NGA utilizes all processes and procedures of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). Non-executive NGA employees are assigned to five distinct pay bands based on the type and scope of work performed. The employee's base salary is established within their assigned pay band based on their unique qualifications. A performance pay process is conducted each year to determine a potential base pay salary increase and/or bonus. An employee's annual performance evaluation is a key factor in the performance pay process. Employees on term or temporary appointments are not eligible to apply for internal assignment opportunity notices. This position is a DCIPS position in the Excepted Service under 10 USC 1601. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are an external applicant claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, you must self-identify your eligibility in your application. This position is funded by the National Intelligence Program (NIP). How Will I Be Evaluated? APPLICANT EVALUATION PROCESS: Applicants will be evaluated for this job opportunity in three stages: 1) All applicants will be evaluated using the Mandatory Qualification Criteria, 2) Qualified applicants will then be evaluated by an expert or panel of experts using a combination of qualification criteria to determine the best-qualified candidates, 3) Best-qualified applicants may then be further evaluated through an interview process. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the Assignment Description, Additional Information Provided By the Selecting Official, and the Qualification Requirements; and then construct their resumes to highlight their most relevant and significant experience and education for this job opportunity. This description should include examples that detail the level and complexity of the performed work. Applicants are encouraged to provide any education information referenced in the announcement. If education is listed as a mandatory requirement, only degrees obtained from an institution accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Secretary, US Department of Education will be accepted. In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or redetermined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (ie, retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8414(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation. NGA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applications will only be accepted online. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us at @nga.mil. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. Additional Job Requirements You must be able to obtain and retain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information. In addition, you are subject to a Counterintelligence Polygraph examination in order to maintain access to Top Secret information. All employees are subject to a periodic examination on a random basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Refusal to take the examination may result in denial of access to Top Secret information, SAP, and/or unescorted access to SCIFs. Employees with SCI access and who are under NGA cognizance are required to submit a Security Financial Disclosure Report, SF-714, on an annual basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Failure to comply may negatively impact continued access to Top Secret information, Information Systems, SAP, and/or unescorted access to SCIFs. Associated topics: business, capital, commercial, commission, consultant, market, investment, pricing, real estate, wholesale
National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
Fort Washington, MD, USA
NGA needs your expertise! Seeking an experienced, prior GS-1102 contracting series tradecraft journeymen (experienced acquired as either a civilian and /or active duty military) to grow the next generation in the Profession. Use your proven expertise to mentor and coach our contracting work force in all aspects of pre-and post-procurement actions. Impact National Security and enjoy flexibility in schedule with this part-time opportunity. You've excelled in your profession and achieved success. Now, you're looking to reap the rewards. Enjoy your retirement AND stay engaged! Federal annuitants are welcome to apply. Cover Letter Applicants are not required to submit a cover letter. The entire cover letter cannot exceed the specified limits provided in the Cover Letter field (3,000 characters). Pages exceeding this limit will not be considered. The cover letter is recommended but is not required for employment consideration with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Applicants should place their narrative information in the Cover Letter / Other Professional Details field. Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule PROMOTION OPPORTUNITY: Promotion opportunities allow applicants at all band levels to be considered. Qualifications for NGA positions do not include specific time-in-band requirements. NGA will emphasize quality of experience, rather than duration, and assess how the quality of the experience demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance in the NGA occupational structure. Band 05 $134,789 - $164,200 PERMANENT CHANGE IN STATION: PCS expenses are not authorized. Pay is only part of the compensation you will earn working for the Federal Government. We offer a broad array of benefits programs and family friendly flexibilities to meet the needs of you and your family. For more information on the array of benefits programs, please visit Position Summary ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION: Contract Specialists plan and manage acquisitions to procure a variety of products and services for NGA. They interact with customers to develop and implement an acquisition strategy, solicit and evaluate proposals, and negotiate and award contracts. They also administer contracts, including monitoring contractor performance, preparing modifications, resolving problems, and terminating and closing out contracts. They may also hold a warrant that would authorize them to obligate the Government subject to the limitations expressed on their warrant. Additional Position Info ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This vacancy announcement seeks senior, seasoned government contracting officer consultants, subject matter experts in federal government Department of Defense (DoD) contracting. Selected applicant(s) will support contract specialists as they plan and manage acquisitions to procure a variety of products and services for NGA; support the specialists as they develop and implement acquisition strategies, solicit and evaluate proposals, and renegotiate and award contracts to satisfy customer requirements. The position also requires support to contract specialists as they administer contracts, including monitoring contractor performance in collaboration with the contracting officer representative (COR), preparing modifications, resolving problems, and terminating and closing out contracts. Three specific support functions are envisioned: 1. Mentor, coach and advise the NGA Contract Specialist workforce with special emphasis and experience on conducting a wide variety of source selections ranging from non-complex to complex, from small to large source selections, as well as contract management activities; 2. Mentor, coach and advise the NGA Contract Specialist workforce with special emphasis and experience conducting all aspects of cost and/or price analysis & cost realism, including the creation of quality cost and price analysis memorandum for the record narratives; and 3. Supporting/augmenting OCS in its design and implementation of a new, multi-faceted program to develop Contract Specialists. The Office of Contract Services (OCS) seeks applicants with extensive hands-on DoD contracting experience including major systems, base operations or complex programs as well as strong mentoring skills to develop junior contract specialists. The selected candidate(s) shall provide business advice, contractual guidance, and expertise as a Contract Specialist expert across OCS and/or within a specific OCS division. OCS is a customer service organization supporting multiple organizations throughout NGA to include extensive strategic planning necessary to effectively contract to meet the agency's overarching mission. The selected candidate(s) will also be actively engaged with contract specialists and customers to identify future acquisitions, strategize on most agile acquisition and procurement methods, and create an environment that promotes engagement, collaboration, integration, and the sharing of information and knowledge. Responsibilities include ensuring that all acquisition activity is executed ethically, legally, efficiently and effectively; and in accordance with applicable DoD policies and procedures. The position(s) will include mentoring and coaching a diverse workforce that may consist of DoD civilians, active duty contracting professionals, and other support personnel. Individuals must demonstrate the experience, training and education, judgment, dependability, character, and business acumen reflective of a subject matter expert in the Contract Specialist/GS1102 career field and necessary to compete, negotiate, award, administer, and terminate DoD NGA government contracts. Applicants must be free of conflicts of interest and be able to obtain TS/SCI security clearance. Strong leadership skills are required, as well as professional knowledge of federal government contract law, policy, and procedures, and the ability to engage with the workforce in a positive and effective manner. DEFENSE ACQUISITION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FUND (DAWDF) CRITICAL NEEDS: This part-time position(s) is a TEMPORARY Hire billet under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Development Fund (10 USC, Section 1705) for subject matter experts (Critical Needs). In addition, to be eligible for this position, you cannot be a current government employee. The position filled under this program is one (1) year TEMPORARY and may be extended for up to one (1) additional year to a maximum of two (2) years of total service. A minimum of one year break in employment is required if you were previously a federal civilian government employee; a minimum of 30 days break in employment is required for prior military. This is a part time position, not to exceed 32 hours per week (64 hours per pay period). IF APPLICABLE: He/she would be paid a pro-rated amount based on an hourly breakdown of the salaries listed in this announcement. Mandatory Qualification Reqs MANDATORY QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: For this particular job, applicants must meet all competencies reflected under the Mandatory Qualification Criteria to include education (if required). Online applications must demonstrate qualification by providing specific examples and associated results, in response to the announcement's mandatory criteria specified in this vacancy announcement: 1. Experience with contracting for a variety of products and services to include major systems, research and development (R&D), and/or complex programs using a wide range of contacting methodologies such as negotiated contract and commercial acquisition procedures in accordance to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS); 2. Experience in managing contract actions from conception through implementation and close out; 3. Experience with cost or price analysis, negotiations, and preparation of related contract documentation in accordance with directives and policies; 4. Proficiency with teaching, mentoring, and coaching contracting professionals on the GS-1102/Contract Specialist contracting series tradecraft. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in any field that includes, or has been supplemented by, at least 24 semester (36 quarter) hours of coursework in a business-related field such as Accounting, Business Administration, Contracts, Economics, Finance, Law, Purchasing, or a related discipline. Reference 10 USC Section 1724 for exceptions and waivers. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Must obtain DAWIA Certification in Contracting within 24 months. DAWIA Certification in Contracting, as appropriate for the band, within 24 months of appointment. Once obtained, Defense Acquisition Workforce members must obtain 80 Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2 years in order to maintain certification. Highly Desired Skills QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: In addition to the mandatory qualifications, experience in the following is desired: 1. Knowledge of selection procedures and experience completing competitive contract actions; 2. Customer Service focus with proven results, to include the ability to engage with the workforce in a positive and effective manner; 3. Experience teaching problem identification, resolution skills, and ability to develop and implement innovative approaches; 4. DAWIA Level III Certification in Contracting or equivalent. Who Can Apply External Applicants Only How To Apply - External Application submission involves applying using the Intelligence Community's Applicant Gateway on-line application process. ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Notes As a condition of employment at NGA, persons being considered for employment must meet NGA fitness for employment standards. - US Citizenship Required - Security Clearance (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) - Polygraph Test Required - Position Subject to Drug Testing - Two Year Probationary Period - Direct Deposit Required DCIPS Disclaimer NGA utilizes all processes and procedures of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). Non-executive NGA employees are assigned to five distinct pay bands based on the type and scope of work performed. The employee's base salary is established within their assigned pay band based on their unique qualifications. A performance pay process is conducted each year to determine a potential base pay salary increase and/or bonus. An employee's annual performance evaluation is a key factor in the performance pay process. Employees on term or temporary appointments are not eligible to apply for internal assignment opportunity notices. This position is a DCIPS position in the Excepted Service under 10 USC 1601. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are an external applicant claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, you must self-identify your eligibility in your application. This position is funded by the National Intelligence Program (NIP). How Will I Be Evaluated? APPLICANT EVALUATION PROCESS: Applicants will be evaluated for this job opportunity in three stages: 1) All applicants will be evaluated using the Mandatory Qualification Criteria, 2) Qualified applicants will then be evaluated by an expert or panel of experts using a combination of qualification criteria to determine the best-qualified candidates, 3) Best-qualified applicants may then be further evaluated through an interview process. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the Assignment Description, Additional Information Provided By the Selecting Official, and the Qualification Requirements; and then construct their resumes to highlight their most relevant and significant experience and education for this job opportunity. This description should include examples that detail the level and complexity of the performed work. Applicants are encouraged to provide any education information referenced in the announcement. If education is listed as a mandatory requirement, only degrees obtained from an institution accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Secretary, US Department of Education will be accepted. In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or redetermined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (ie, retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8414(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation. NGA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applications will only be accepted online. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us at @nga.mil. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. Additional Job Requirements You must be able to obtain and retain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information. In addition, you are subject to a Counterintelligence Polygraph examination in order to maintain access to Top Secret information. All employees are subject to a periodic examination on a random basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Refusal to take the examination may result in denial of access to Top Secret information, SAP, and/or unescorted access to SCIFs. Employees with SCI access and who are under NGA cognizance are required to submit a Security Financial Disclosure Report, SF-714, on an annual basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Failure to comply may negatively impact continued access to Top Secret information, Information Systems, SAP, and/or unescorted access to SCIFs. Associated topics: chief program officer, cpo, manage, manager, management, monitor, product manager, project manager, relationship manager, task
Nov 18, 2019
NGA needs your expertise! Seeking an experienced, prior GS-1102 contracting series tradecraft journeymen (experienced acquired as either a civilian and /or active duty military) to grow the next generation in the Profession. Use your proven expertise to mentor and coach our contracting work force in all aspects of pre-and post-procurement actions. Impact National Security and enjoy flexibility in schedule with this part-time opportunity. You've excelled in your profession and achieved success. Now, you're looking to reap the rewards. Enjoy your retirement AND stay engaged! Federal annuitants are welcome to apply. Cover Letter Applicants are not required to submit a cover letter. The entire cover letter cannot exceed the specified limits provided in the Cover Letter field (3,000 characters). Pages exceeding this limit will not be considered. The cover letter is recommended but is not required for employment consideration with the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. Applicants should place their narrative information in the Cover Letter / Other Professional Details field. Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule PROMOTION OPPORTUNITY: Promotion opportunities allow applicants at all band levels to be considered. Qualifications for NGA positions do not include specific time-in-band requirements. NGA will emphasize quality of experience, rather than duration, and assess how the quality of the experience demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for successful job performance in the NGA occupational structure. Band 05 $134,789 - $164,200 PERMANENT CHANGE IN STATION: PCS expenses are not authorized. Pay is only part of the compensation you will earn working for the Federal Government. We offer a broad array of benefits programs and family friendly flexibilities to meet the needs of you and your family. For more information on the array of benefits programs, please visit Position Summary ASSIGNMENT DESCRIPTION: Contract Specialists plan and manage acquisitions to procure a variety of products and services for NGA. They interact with customers to develop and implement an acquisition strategy, solicit and evaluate proposals, and negotiate and award contracts. They also administer contracts, including monitoring contractor performance, preparing modifications, resolving problems, and terminating and closing out contracts. They may also hold a warrant that would authorize them to obligate the Government subject to the limitations expressed on their warrant. Additional Position Info ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: This vacancy announcement seeks senior, seasoned government contracting officer consultants, subject matter experts in federal government Department of Defense (DoD) contracting. Selected applicant(s) will support contract specialists as they plan and manage acquisitions to procure a variety of products and services for NGA; support the specialists as they develop and implement acquisition strategies, solicit and evaluate proposals, and renegotiate and award contracts to satisfy customer requirements. The position also requires support to contract specialists as they administer contracts, including monitoring contractor performance in collaboration with the contracting officer representative (COR), preparing modifications, resolving problems, and terminating and closing out contracts. Three specific support functions are envisioned: 1. Mentor, coach and advise the NGA Contract Specialist workforce with special emphasis and experience on conducting a wide variety of source selections ranging from non-complex to complex, from small to large source selections, as well as contract management activities; 2. Mentor, coach and advise the NGA Contract Specialist workforce with special emphasis and experience conducting all aspects of cost and/or price analysis & cost realism, including the creation of quality cost and price analysis memorandum for the record narratives; and 3. Supporting/augmenting OCS in its design and implementation of a new, multi-faceted program to develop Contract Specialists. The Office of Contract Services (OCS) seeks applicants with extensive hands-on DoD contracting experience including major systems, base operations or complex programs as well as strong mentoring skills to develop junior contract specialists. The selected candidate(s) shall provide business advice, contractual guidance, and expertise as a Contract Specialist expert across OCS and/or within a specific OCS division. OCS is a customer service organization supporting multiple organizations throughout NGA to include extensive strategic planning necessary to effectively contract to meet the agency's overarching mission. The selected candidate(s) will also be actively engaged with contract specialists and customers to identify future acquisitions, strategize on most agile acquisition and procurement methods, and create an environment that promotes engagement, collaboration, integration, and the sharing of information and knowledge. Responsibilities include ensuring that all acquisition activity is executed ethically, legally, efficiently and effectively; and in accordance with applicable DoD policies and procedures. The position(s) will include mentoring and coaching a diverse workforce that may consist of DoD civilians, active duty contracting professionals, and other support personnel. Individuals must demonstrate the experience, training and education, judgment, dependability, character, and business acumen reflective of a subject matter expert in the Contract Specialist/GS1102 career field and necessary to compete, negotiate, award, administer, and terminate DoD NGA government contracts. Applicants must be free of conflicts of interest and be able to obtain TS/SCI security clearance. Strong leadership skills are required, as well as professional knowledge of federal government contract law, policy, and procedures, and the ability to engage with the workforce in a positive and effective manner. DEFENSE ACQUISITION WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FUND (DAWDF) CRITICAL NEEDS: This part-time position(s) is a TEMPORARY Hire billet under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Development Fund (10 USC, Section 1705) for subject matter experts (Critical Needs). In addition, to be eligible for this position, you cannot be a current government employee. The position filled under this program is one (1) year TEMPORARY and may be extended for up to one (1) additional year to a maximum of two (2) years of total service. A minimum of one year break in employment is required if you were previously a federal civilian government employee; a minimum of 30 days break in employment is required for prior military. This is a part time position, not to exceed 32 hours per week (64 hours per pay period). IF APPLICABLE: He/she would be paid a pro-rated amount based on an hourly breakdown of the salaries listed in this announcement. Mandatory Qualification Reqs MANDATORY QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: For this particular job, applicants must meet all competencies reflected under the Mandatory Qualification Criteria to include education (if required). Online applications must demonstrate qualification by providing specific examples and associated results, in response to the announcement's mandatory criteria specified in this vacancy announcement: 1. Experience with contracting for a variety of products and services to include major systems, research and development (R&D), and/or complex programs using a wide range of contacting methodologies such as negotiated contract and commercial acquisition procedures in accordance to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS); 2. Experience in managing contract actions from conception through implementation and close out; 3. Experience with cost or price analysis, negotiations, and preparation of related contract documentation in accordance with directives and policies; 4. Proficiency with teaching, mentoring, and coaching contracting professionals on the GS-1102/Contract Specialist contracting series tradecraft. EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in any field that includes, or has been supplemented by, at least 24 semester (36 quarter) hours of coursework in a business-related field such as Accounting, Business Administration, Contracts, Economics, Finance, Law, Purchasing, or a related discipline. Reference 10 USC Section 1724 for exceptions and waivers. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Must obtain DAWIA Certification in Contracting within 24 months. DAWIA Certification in Contracting, as appropriate for the band, within 24 months of appointment. Once obtained, Defense Acquisition Workforce members must obtain 80 Continuous Learning Points (CLPs) every 2 years in order to maintain certification. Highly Desired Skills QUALIFICATION CRITERIA: In addition to the mandatory qualifications, experience in the following is desired: 1. Knowledge of selection procedures and experience completing competitive contract actions; 2. Customer Service focus with proven results, to include the ability to engage with the workforce in a positive and effective manner; 3. Experience teaching problem identification, resolution skills, and ability to develop and implement innovative approaches; 4. DAWIA Level III Certification in Contracting or equivalent. Who Can Apply External Applicants Only How To Apply - External Application submission involves applying using the Intelligence Community's Applicant Gateway on-line application process. ONLY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED. Notes As a condition of employment at NGA, persons being considered for employment must meet NGA fitness for employment standards. - US Citizenship Required - Security Clearance (Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information) - Polygraph Test Required - Position Subject to Drug Testing - Two Year Probationary Period - Direct Deposit Required DCIPS Disclaimer NGA utilizes all processes and procedures of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). Non-executive NGA employees are assigned to five distinct pay bands based on the type and scope of work performed. The employee's base salary is established within their assigned pay band based on their unique qualifications. A performance pay process is conducted each year to determine a potential base pay salary increase and/or bonus. An employee's annual performance evaluation is a key factor in the performance pay process. Employees on term or temporary appointments are not eligible to apply for internal assignment opportunity notices. This position is a DCIPS position in the Excepted Service under 10 USC 1601. DoD Components with DCIPS positions apply Veterans' Preference to preference eligible candidates as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, DCIPS Employment and Placement. If you are an external applicant claiming veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5 USC, you must self-identify your eligibility in your application. This position is funded by the National Intelligence Program (NIP). How Will I Be Evaluated? APPLICANT EVALUATION PROCESS: Applicants will be evaluated for this job opportunity in three stages: 1) All applicants will be evaluated using the Mandatory Qualification Criteria, 2) Qualified applicants will then be evaluated by an expert or panel of experts using a combination of qualification criteria to determine the best-qualified candidates, 3) Best-qualified applicants may then be further evaluated through an interview process. Applicants are encouraged to carefully review the Assignment Description, Additional Information Provided By the Selecting Official, and the Qualification Requirements; and then construct their resumes to highlight their most relevant and significant experience and education for this job opportunity. This description should include examples that detail the level and complexity of the performed work. Applicants are encouraged to provide any education information referenced in the announcement. If education is listed as a mandatory requirement, only degrees obtained from an institution accredited by an accrediting organization recognized by the Secretary, US Department of Education will be accepted. In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or redetermined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (ie, retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8414(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. All candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation. NGA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applications will only be accepted online. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us at @nga.mil. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis. Additional Job Requirements You must be able to obtain and retain a Top Secret security clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information. In addition, you are subject to a Counterintelligence Polygraph examination in order to maintain access to Top Secret information. All employees are subject to a periodic examination on a random basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Refusal to take the examination may result in denial of access to Top Secret information, SAP, and/or unescorted access to SCIFs. Employees with SCI access and who are under NGA cognizance are required to submit a Security Financial Disclosure Report, SF-714, on an annual basis in order to determine continued eligibility. Failure to comply may negatively impact continued access to Top Secret information, Information Systems, SAP, and/or unescorted access to SCIFs. Associated topics: chief program officer, cpo, manage, manager, management, monitor, product manager, project manager, relationship manager, task
Req ID: VMS0007184 Title: Mainframe and Distributed Support Services Location: Fort Washington, PA Target Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 months Right to hire: Yes Job Description: Client is seeking a Temporary to Hire individual for a Technology position in our Support Services department. The associate provides 247 support of production or developing applications (residing on various platforms of technology) for all Client Business Units, under the guidance and leadership of team managers. The individual is accountable for the meeting service level commitments, as measured by several production and quality key performance indicators. Additionally, this position involves implementation of automation and use of new technology to address opportunities to improve efficiencies and effectiveness. Responsibilities will include: Provide support in meeting the key objectives of GBTS mainframe and distributed teams, as well as the objectives of our business partners, including but not limited to, managing workload, providing excellent customer service, and providing technical leadership Create and maintain automated utilities / processes and identify new opportunities Manage workload and ensure the most effective and efficient service in accordance with existing policies and procedures including but not limited to batch processing, robotic automation and file transmissions functions Manage and participate in identifying and resolving incidents Monitor service levels to ensure quality and productivity standards are met Identify opportunities for continual process improvement with risk / impact consideration Maintain processes & procedures and ensure timely updates to documentation Display effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills while interacting with all levels of Client associates Display strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task Assist team, as SME (expert), with all aspects of the job with ability to provide oversight of critical functions Varying work schedules which includes oncall, after hours, and weekend coverage; remote work opportunities are contingent upon training, support requirements and management discretion Qualifications: 3 to 5 plus years IT Support experience Experience in data analytics reporting and tools such as Tableau, Splunk, Power BI, or similar Experience in DevOps with goal of delivering automated solutions or self-service capabilities within the enterprise; skills in Webservices, HTML, SQL, Visual Studio, Visual Basic, SAS, or similar Experience with incident and problem management demonstrating analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills utilizing ServiceNow or similar product Experience in robotic automation, batch job scheduling and file transmission management utilizing Blue Prism, Jobtrac, Autosys, Managed File Transfer-IS or similar product Knowledge of Office 365 environment (Outlook, SharePoint, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Teams) Ability to manage multiple requests and projects simultaneously Ability to partner and influence effectively with colleagues across multiple business groups Highly motivated, conceptual thinker; able to work independently and within a team to achieve desired results Ability to demonstrate strong customer service skills Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science / Information Technology or related technical field Strong verbal and written communication skills - provided by Dice
Nov 18, 2019
Req ID: VMS0007184 Title: Mainframe and Distributed Support Services Location: Fort Washington, PA Target Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 months Right to hire: Yes Job Description: Client is seeking a Temporary to Hire individual for a Technology position in our Support Services department. The associate provides 247 support of production or developing applications (residing on various platforms of technology) for all Client Business Units, under the guidance and leadership of team managers. The individual is accountable for the meeting service level commitments, as measured by several production and quality key performance indicators. Additionally, this position involves implementation of automation and use of new technology to address opportunities to improve efficiencies and effectiveness. Responsibilities will include: Provide support in meeting the key objectives of GBTS mainframe and distributed teams, as well as the objectives of our business partners, including but not limited to, managing workload, providing excellent customer service, and providing technical leadership Create and maintain automated utilities / processes and identify new opportunities Manage workload and ensure the most effective and efficient service in accordance with existing policies and procedures including but not limited to batch processing, robotic automation and file transmissions functions Manage and participate in identifying and resolving incidents Monitor service levels to ensure quality and productivity standards are met Identify opportunities for continual process improvement with risk / impact consideration Maintain processes & procedures and ensure timely updates to documentation Display effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills while interacting with all levels of Client associates Display strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task Assist team, as SME (expert), with all aspects of the job with ability to provide oversight of critical functions Varying work schedules which includes oncall, after hours, and weekend coverage; remote work opportunities are contingent upon training, support requirements and management discretion Qualifications: 3 to 5 plus years IT Support experience Experience in data analytics reporting and tools such as Tableau, Splunk, Power BI, or similar Experience in DevOps with goal of delivering automated solutions or self-service capabilities within the enterprise; skills in Webservices, HTML, SQL, Visual Studio, Visual Basic, SAS, or similar Experience with incident and problem management demonstrating analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills utilizing ServiceNow or similar product Experience in robotic automation, batch job scheduling and file transmission management utilizing Blue Prism, Jobtrac, Autosys, Managed File Transfer-IS or similar product Knowledge of Office 365 environment (Outlook, SharePoint, Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Teams) Ability to manage multiple requests and projects simultaneously Ability to partner and influence effectively with colleagues across multiple business groups Highly motivated, conceptual thinker; able to work independently and within a team to achieve desired results Ability to demonstrate strong customer service skills Bachelor s Degree in Computer Science / Information Technology or related technical field Strong verbal and written communication skills - provided by Dice
Seeking AWS Cloud Developer for Defense contract. Job Title: AWS Cloud Developer Location: Kingstowne, MD Duration: 11/01/2019 - 2/08/2020 Clearance: Active Secret Job Descriptions: The AWS Cloud Developer will assist with the development and deployment of the SAP enterprise solution in the AWS cloud environment. Responsibilities include evaluating requirements, developing scripts, and assisting with the deployment in the AWS cloud environment. Experience with CloudFormation, Ansible, Python, PowerShell/DSC, shell scripting, and Lambda are desired. An AWS certified Developer Associate is preferred. Active Secret Clearance Required Role skills: Amazon Web Services - Advanced AWS CloudFormation - Intermediate Python Scripting - Intermediate . Minimum 1 year of AWS practical experience . CloudFormation . Python . Ansible . Shell scripting . PowerShell/DSC scripting . Lambda . An AWS certified Developer Associate is desired Please reach Kiran for more details. /-09545 About Us: CompQsoft Inc. Established in 1997, headquarters in Houston, TX and office in Leesburg, VA. CompQsoft offers a range of comprehensive Cyber Security, Infrastructure, Cloud solutions, ERP implementation, Business Intelligence, Application development, Ecommerce applications and Management consulting services. CompQsoft is Certified CMMI Level 3 practitioner for Development and Services, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013 & ISO 20000-1:2011 Certified. CompQsoft is a fast growing company with a strategy and methodology that is strongly focused on the success of our clients, predominantly the Federal government. CompQsoft is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V Visit to learn more about our culture, benefits. - provided by Dice Associated topics: c++, develop, developer, devops, matlab, php, programming, python, software development engineer, sw
Nov 18, 2019
Seeking AWS Cloud Developer for Defense contract. Job Title: AWS Cloud Developer Location: Kingstowne, MD Duration: 11/01/2019 - 2/08/2020 Clearance: Active Secret Job Descriptions: The AWS Cloud Developer will assist with the development and deployment of the SAP enterprise solution in the AWS cloud environment. Responsibilities include evaluating requirements, developing scripts, and assisting with the deployment in the AWS cloud environment. Experience with CloudFormation, Ansible, Python, PowerShell/DSC, shell scripting, and Lambda are desired. An AWS certified Developer Associate is preferred. Active Secret Clearance Required Role skills: Amazon Web Services - Advanced AWS CloudFormation - Intermediate Python Scripting - Intermediate . Minimum 1 year of AWS practical experience . CloudFormation . Python . Ansible . Shell scripting . PowerShell/DSC scripting . Lambda . An AWS certified Developer Associate is desired Please reach Kiran for more details. /-09545 About Us: CompQsoft Inc. Established in 1997, headquarters in Houston, TX and office in Leesburg, VA. CompQsoft offers a range of comprehensive Cyber Security, Infrastructure, Cloud solutions, ERP implementation, Business Intelligence, Application development, Ecommerce applications and Management consulting services. CompQsoft is Certified CMMI Level 3 practitioner for Development and Services, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 27001:2013 & ISO 20000-1:2011 Certified. CompQsoft is a fast growing company with a strategy and methodology that is strongly focused on the success of our clients, predominantly the Federal government. CompQsoft is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. M/F/D/V Visit to learn more about our culture, benefits. - provided by Dice Associated topics: c++, develop, developer, devops, matlab, php, programming, python, software development engineer, sw
Mission Statement: NewRez has become a leading nationwide mortgage lender because we have the expertise, the product solutions and competitive pricingby Jobble Associated topics: .net, c, c#, design, develop, devops, expert, project architect, software architect, software engineer lead
Nov 18, 2019
Mission Statement: NewRez has become a leading nationwide mortgage lender because we have the expertise, the product solutions and competitive pricingby Jobble Associated topics: .net, c, c#, design, develop, devops, expert, project architect, software architect, software engineer lead
Mission Statement: NewRez has become a leading nationwide mortgage lender because we have the expertise, the product solutions and competitive pricing Associated topics: backend, back end, c, design pattern, develop, matlab, maven, perl, project architect, senior
Nov 18, 2019
Mission Statement: NewRez has become a leading nationwide mortgage lender because we have the expertise, the product solutions and competitive pricing Associated topics: backend, back end, c, design pattern, develop, matlab, maven, perl, project architect, senior
Suez Water Technologies & Solutions
Fort Washington, PA, USA
WE'RE LOOKING FOR Technical Program Manager Employment type Regular / Permanent Location 4636 Somerton Road Trevose, PENNSYLVANIA, 19053-6742 United States Reference Number req9336 Who we are? With 90,000 people on five continents, SUEZ is a world leader in smart and sustainable resource management. We provide water and waste management solutions that enable cities and industries optimize their resource management and strengthen their environmental and economic performances. SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions looks for innovation everywhere. For more than 100 years, SUEZ has been at the forefront of innovation, from the SUEZ Canal to addressing water scarcity. Finding solutions to the world's biggest problems has never been more important than right now. Join us today and become an essential part of the Resource Revolution! Who are we looking for? Required Bachelor's Degree in from an accredited institution, or high school diploma with minimum 4 years of experience in IT, IT Software, Product Management Minimum of an additional 7 years of work experience in IT, IT Software, Product Management Desired Experience in leading or managing commercial engineering tools such as configure price quote, AutoCAD, Primavera, and Custom Cloud Web Products IT program management experience Understanding ITO processes, specifically - Process Design - Proposal - Price - Quote or CPQ process Experience in successfully running and delivering large complex programs - on time & in budget Proven ability to collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver business objectives Experience in leading and managing global development team, and tracking projects using contemporary tools such as Github, Jira, Confluence, MS Project etc. Experience with IT platforms such as ERP (SAP), Amazon Cloud, CAD Software, SalesForce / CPQ platforms, and application integrations Excellent communication and presentation skills Ability to act independently and as part of the team Ability to thrive in a fast paced changing environment Six Sigma OR Lean Six Sigma certification What will you be doing? This role will lead SUEZ's Water Technologies & Solutions (WTS), IT efforts around Engineering, specifically, the ITO (Inquiry to Order) & OTR (Order to Remittance) processes. The goal is to collaborate with Engineering stakeholders in shaping and delivering the vision to transform the business processes with contemporary tools and technologies, support the M&A integration activities as well as divestiture activities. You will drive customer / user adoption with engineering design, custom cloud and non-cloud apps, provide seamless application migration support to the business, migrate applications to cloud or non-cloud environment. The Technical Program Manager will be the primary IT contact with the Engineering executives and their organization. Essential Responsibilities Be the IT owner of engineering commercial products / portfolio Work closely with business stakeholders, Product Managers to shape/ develop the IT roadmap / vision aligned to business strategy Drive strategic discussion with stakeholders in developing business plans, ROI/ benefit stories for various Value Capture programs, and lead execution of various projects and programs Lead, design, and deliver solutions to meet the engineering requirements Communicate program and project (agile, waterfall) schedules with various stakeholders Monitor, track, and regularly communicate the performance metrics related to adoption of users in Commercial platforms, and other metrics related to productivity and benefits Lead and participate in process workouts to lean or optimize the process. Evaluate business CTQ's (critical to quality) against various platforms that can transform the business process driving productivity or growth of the business Collaborate with IT stakeholders in the areas such as ERP, Infrastructure, Commercial, and Risk, and in driving M&A integration and TSA exit initiatives for Engineering Manage project management and technical resources Adhere to internal IT processes while executing changes to applications Engineering application(s) owner in a Dev-Ops environment Compensation: Annual 0.00 - 0.00 USD Is relocation for this position offered: Yes Number of Job Openings: 1 Company Grade/Band: Lead Professional SUEZ's Water Technologies and Solutions (SWTS) offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. WTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Associated topics: chief program officer, cpo, manage, manager, management, monitor, product manager, project manager, relationship manager, task
Nov 18, 2019
WE'RE LOOKING FOR Technical Program Manager Employment type Regular / Permanent Location 4636 Somerton Road Trevose, PENNSYLVANIA, 19053-6742 United States Reference Number req9336 Who we are? With 90,000 people on five continents, SUEZ is a world leader in smart and sustainable resource management. We provide water and waste management solutions that enable cities and industries optimize their resource management and strengthen their environmental and economic performances. SUEZ Water Technologies & Solutions looks for innovation everywhere. For more than 100 years, SUEZ has been at the forefront of innovation, from the SUEZ Canal to addressing water scarcity. Finding solutions to the world's biggest problems has never been more important than right now. Join us today and become an essential part of the Resource Revolution! Who are we looking for? Required Bachelor's Degree in from an accredited institution, or high school diploma with minimum 4 years of experience in IT, IT Software, Product Management Minimum of an additional 7 years of work experience in IT, IT Software, Product Management Desired Experience in leading or managing commercial engineering tools such as configure price quote, AutoCAD, Primavera, and Custom Cloud Web Products IT program management experience Understanding ITO processes, specifically - Process Design - Proposal - Price - Quote or CPQ process Experience in successfully running and delivering large complex programs - on time & in budget Proven ability to collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver business objectives Experience in leading and managing global development team, and tracking projects using contemporary tools such as Github, Jira, Confluence, MS Project etc. Experience with IT platforms such as ERP (SAP), Amazon Cloud, CAD Software, SalesForce / CPQ platforms, and application integrations Excellent communication and presentation skills Ability to act independently and as part of the team Ability to thrive in a fast paced changing environment Six Sigma OR Lean Six Sigma certification What will you be doing? This role will lead SUEZ's Water Technologies & Solutions (WTS), IT efforts around Engineering, specifically, the ITO (Inquiry to Order) & OTR (Order to Remittance) processes. The goal is to collaborate with Engineering stakeholders in shaping and delivering the vision to transform the business processes with contemporary tools and technologies, support the M&A integration activities as well as divestiture activities. You will drive customer / user adoption with engineering design, custom cloud and non-cloud apps, provide seamless application migration support to the business, migrate applications to cloud or non-cloud environment. The Technical Program Manager will be the primary IT contact with the Engineering executives and their organization. Essential Responsibilities Be the IT owner of engineering commercial products / portfolio Work closely with business stakeholders, Product Managers to shape/ develop the IT roadmap / vision aligned to business strategy Drive strategic discussion with stakeholders in developing business plans, ROI/ benefit stories for various Value Capture programs, and lead execution of various projects and programs Lead, design, and deliver solutions to meet the engineering requirements Communicate program and project (agile, waterfall) schedules with various stakeholders Monitor, track, and regularly communicate the performance metrics related to adoption of users in Commercial platforms, and other metrics related to productivity and benefits Lead and participate in process workouts to lean or optimize the process. Evaluate business CTQ's (critical to quality) against various platforms that can transform the business process driving productivity or growth of the business Collaborate with IT stakeholders in the areas such as ERP, Infrastructure, Commercial, and Risk, and in driving M&A integration and TSA exit initiatives for Engineering Manage project management and technical resources Adhere to internal IT processes while executing changes to applications Engineering application(s) owner in a Dev-Ops environment Compensation: Annual 0.00 - 0.00 USD Is relocation for this position offered: Yes Number of Job Openings: 1 Company Grade/Band: Lead Professional SUEZ's Water Technologies and Solutions (SWTS) offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. WTS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Associated topics: chief program officer, cpo, manage, manager, management, monitor, product manager, project manager, relationship manager, task
Yoh A Day & Zimmerman Company
Fort Washington, PA, USA
This is a full time direct hire position with a great company offering excellent benefits and an awesome place to work. Responsibilities Participate in the on-going development of new features and enhancements for our applications while periodically being involved in other company-wide development initiatives. Will recommend improvements to both the technology and business functionality of the product. Quickly investigate and resolve system defects and errors. Ensure best practices are employed throughout the process. Embrace the agile SCRUM process, be accountable for your work and those of your teammates, ensure your code performs and is well-tested. Estimate, track, and deliver your own work effort and meet the commitments you make. Report project status, progress, or possible barriers to timely release of production-ready software. Requirements Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field. Five or more years' experience in web application development using Microsoft C#, VB .NET, ASP.NET, MVC, AJAX/jQuery, and related technologies. Experienced in web application evaluation, testing, configuration, and implementation. Demonstrated relational database experience - Microsoft SQL 2012/2014 and T-SQL preferred including stored procedures, Troubleshooting of .NET Framework related issues. Microsoft Visual Studio 2012/2014 - Microsoft Team Foundation Server experience a plus IIS administration, planning, and deployment knowledge and Windows Server Administration is a strong plus. SQL 2012 administration, planning, and deployment experience a strong plus. Proven ability to work well with others on a team, but capable of operating and delivering work independently. diceSP - provided by Dice Associated topics: .net, algorithm, application, backend, c++, java, perl, programming, sde, software programmer
Nov 18, 2019
This is a full time direct hire position with a great company offering excellent benefits and an awesome place to work. Responsibilities Participate in the on-going development of new features and enhancements for our applications while periodically being involved in other company-wide development initiatives. Will recommend improvements to both the technology and business functionality of the product. Quickly investigate and resolve system defects and errors. Ensure best practices are employed throughout the process. Embrace the agile SCRUM process, be accountable for your work and those of your teammates, ensure your code performs and is well-tested. Estimate, track, and deliver your own work effort and meet the commitments you make. Report project status, progress, or possible barriers to timely release of production-ready software. Requirements Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or related field. Five or more years' experience in web application development using Microsoft C#, VB .NET, ASP.NET, MVC, AJAX/jQuery, and related technologies. Experienced in web application evaluation, testing, configuration, and implementation. Demonstrated relational database experience - Microsoft SQL 2012/2014 and T-SQL preferred including stored procedures, Troubleshooting of .NET Framework related issues. Microsoft Visual Studio 2012/2014 - Microsoft Team Foundation Server experience a plus IIS administration, planning, and deployment knowledge and Windows Server Administration is a strong plus. SQL 2012 administration, planning, and deployment experience a strong plus. Proven ability to work well with others on a team, but capable of operating and delivering work independently. diceSP - provided by Dice Associated topics: .net, algorithm, application, backend, c++, java, perl, programming, sde, software programmer