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Added Mar 05, 2025

Program Manager - Business Side (26787)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Program Manager – Business Side for our client in Raleigh, NC. The Program Manager – Business Operations is a seasoned program management professional responsible for overseeing complex business programs, particularly in the areas of Finance, Compliance, Risk, HR, and Organizational Change Management. This individual will work alongside an IT Program Manager, focusing on program-level coordination across multiple business functions, ensuring that dependencies, risks, and scope are managed effectively. This role requires an individual with excellent negotiation skills, the ability to manage multiple strong personalities in the executive space, and a deep financial background, particularly in Banking. The Program Manager will also ensure smooth collaboration across business operations and drive solutions that span multiple projects, all while maintaining clear communication with both business and IT teams.Key Responsibilities:Program Management Leadership:Directly manage program-level initiatives across multiple business areas, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives.Act as the main point of coordination across projects, specifically managing dependencies between business operations, Finance, Treasury, Compliance/BSA/AML, Risk, HR, and Operational Change Management.Ensure that business projects within the program are managing dependencies effectively and resolving issues that arise across different workstreams.Cross-Functional Collaboration:Work closely with IT Program Manager to align business requirements and IT solutions, especially in areas such as Data Governance, Data Mapping, and UAT (User Acceptance Testing).Serve as the bridge between business operations and IT, ensuring clear communication, shared goals, and smooth execution of interdependent projects.Provide strategic support to project teams by ensuring consistent decision-making criteria and a structured approach to problem-solving, enabling faster, more effective decision-making.Scope and Risk Management:Identify and manage scope gaps by catching work items that don’t fit neatly into any existing projects and ensuring no scope is missed.Take ownership of manual processes across business projects, ensuring that they are actively managed, tracked, and risks are identified early.Lead risk assessments and ensure mitigation strategies are in place, particularly for complex, cross-functional projects with dependencies.Executive Stakeholder Engagement & Negotiation:Manage relationships and negotiate with multiple strong personalities in the executive space, ensuring that conflicting priorities are balanced, and consensus is reached.Provide regular updates and facilitate discussions to resolve issues with senior leadership, acting as a trusted advisor on program-level topics.Ensure that program goals, metrics, and performance indicators are clearly defined and agreed upon by all stakeholders.Program Strategy & Governance:Ensure that program objectives are clearly defined, tracked, and reported, with regular updates to the Steering Committee and executive sponsors.Assist in the development of consistent decision-making frameworks and policies to ensure smoother and faster decision-making across all business teams.Lead governance activities and establish program reporting structures to ensure transparency, accountability, and alignment with business goals.Process Improvement & Change Management:Lead and support change management efforts by helping business units adapt to new processes, tools, and controls, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to operations.Financial & Resource Management:Ensure financial oversight across the program, ensuring all business-related projects stay within budget and financial constraints.Provide financial analysis support for program decisions, particularly in relation to budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation for business operations.Qualifications:Experience & Education:Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field; MBA or equivalent preferred.7+ years of experience in program management, specifically in business operations, compliance, risk management, and change management.Demonstrated experience managing complex programs directly, ideally in the banking or financial services industry.Expertise in managing cross-functional teams with strong business and IT stakeholders.Skills & Competencies:Negotiation & Stakeholder Management: Proven ability to manage relationships and negotiate across different executive teams and strong personalities.Program Management Expertise: Extensive experience managing large-scale, business-facing programs, with an ability to identify dependencies, gaps, and scope risks.Financial Expertise: Strong background in financial management, particularly within the banking sector, with an ability to manage budgets and provide financial oversight.Microsoft Project & Tools Expertise: Proficiency in Microsoft Project is required; experience with Microsoft Project Server is a plus, though training will be provided.Process & Risk Management: Ability to track and manage risks, dependencies, and manual processes across multiple projects.Change Management: Demonstrated ability to lead and support business transformation efforts, ensuring smooth transitions and adoption of new processes.Technical Proficiency: Expertise in using Microsoft Project for detailed planning, scheduling, and resource management.Experience with project management tools and methodologies, with the ability to adapt tools to support business objectives.Leadership & Decision Making:Self-motivated, with strong leadership abilities to drive program success and influence senior stakeholders.Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering solutions that balance business needs and operational constraints.Additional Skills:Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and engage senior stakeholders.Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple, often conflicting priorities.Experience in leading or supporting teams working on topics such as User Acceptance Testing (UAT), policy and procedure development, and compliance/AML.Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Mar 04, 2025

Business Systems Analyst (26786)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Business Systems Analyst with our client in Minneapolis, MN.This role is responsible for execution of all aspects of requirements delivery- planning, elicitation, analysis and documentation, management, and support - for changes to Business Areas and Technology. Business Analysis PlanningPerform requirements stakeholder analysis to identify impacted or influencing groups and stakeholder requirements responsibilitiesDevelop plans and accurate estimates for completion of requirements, continuously improving the level of detail and accuracy of estimatesManage risks, assumptions and constraints for requirements, and communicate to appropriate partiesDefine the business analysis approach including tasks and deliverables based on the project and delivery methodologyLead requirements prioritization and leverage techniques to drive out business priorities Requirements Analysis and DocumentationFacilitate collaborative sessions with large and diverse business stakeholder groups to drive requirements discovery, analysis, and reviewApply advanced elicitation techniques to work with different types of stakeholder groupsAnalyze and document scope of the business solution using enterprise-standard requirements methodologyAnalyze and document detailed business and system solution requirements using enterprise standard requirements methodologyVerify requirements for quality and validate requirements with the impacted stakeholdersBuild and maintain a repository of reusable requirements documentation to support future initiatives, following the enterprise standardsProvide consulting services to business stakeholders such as:Assist in developing evaluation criteria of 3rd party vendorsAssist in evaluation of 3rd party vendor solutions and requirementsPartner with 3rd party vendors to ensure that the vendor requirements documentation:Adheres to company standards and/or structured and consumable by the project teamProvides coverage of the scope requirementsIntegrates into requirements repositories for future reference and re-use Requirements Management and SupportPrepare requirements for review applying various communication techniques and lead requirements walkthrough and sign off sessionsApply advanced coverage analysis techniques to ensure relationship between scope, detailed requirements, and testing through to implementationCommunicate the impact of changes through cost-benefit analysis taking into consideration time, effort, and business prioritiesResolve conflicts/issues on behalf of BA team and escalate as requiredSupport QA in development of the Functional System test casesValidate that Functional System test plan and test cases have full coverage of the critical requirementsSupport Design and Development activities by providing requirements clarificationsSupport UAT and PIV activities including planning, defect triage, and root-cause analysis for requirements-related issuesSupport the development of the end-user documentation and training Systems AnalysisReview, analyze and evaluate user needs to create systems solutions that support business strategies.Define scope and objectives.Understand how systems are configuredDocument system requirements.Create system specifications that drive system development and implementation. Test Planning and ExecutionUnderstand the testing effort by analyzing the requirements of project.Estimate and obtain management support for the time, resources and budget required to perform the testing.Organize the testing kick-off meetingDevelop test conditions to validate business requirements.Execute UAT scripts and complete problem logs. If applicable, validate accuracy of user materialsParticipate in resolution/retest of issues (defect and regression)Must-have skillset:5+ years of experience in the financial industry5+ years of strong business analyst skills in eliciting, gathering, and documenting requirements5+ years of strong technical and data mapping skills. examples such as data mapping batch transactions to API formats, knowledge of the trading life cycle, basic SQL query experience, and understanding of data lakes/repositoriesTools experience:JiraConfluenceSharePointBPMNExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsFulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Mar 04, 2025

Workday HRIS Consultant (26785)

 Remote,  Remote | Contract Time to get to work! LRS Consulting Services is seeking an experienced Workday HRIS Consultant for our client in Central Illinois. This is a 4-6 month contract opportunity for the right person. If you’re that person and if you have the Workday HRIS expertise that we need, submit your resume now!LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts, combined with your technical expertise, equals career possibilities for you. So let’s get to work!Job Responsibilities:The HRIS Technical Analyst provides technical support for Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS) software and develops reports and utility applications as required. Modifies existing software and configures new system software. Demonstrates a working knowledge of HRIS applications and how they interrelate to other applications within the system. Utilizes the tools of the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) application and the operating system platform to tune the processing, data manipulation and integrations as required. Uses the Workday Community site to troubleshoot and identify ways to better utilize the system. Prepares and delivers Workday reports to stakeholders across the company. Identifies configuration strategies, risks, and options and recommend approaches and mitigations to meet client/functional requirements. Provides support and guidance for systems feature, version, and bug releases. Develops, tests, implements and monitors custom integrations with organization or third-party applications Supports release management, reviews release summary and releases readiness documents from system vendors. Writes and maintains system documentation. Prepares detailed flow charts and diagrams outlining systems capabilities and processesOne (1) year of experience in development, report writing, or other related information technology field is preferred. One (1) year of technical HRIS experience is preferred. Workday certification in designated functionality module(s) is preferred.Must have additional experience with the following:Understanding of human resources, benefits, compensation and payroll processes.Ability to maintain data integrations.Possesses understanding of Workday applications and other HRIS systems.Ability to meet deadlines and handle multiple priorities; adapt to changes in scope.Translates business requirements into design and technical specs and ensures the client takes advantage of Workday best practices.Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal)Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employerCorp to corp candidates will not be consideredLRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Mar 04, 2025

Program Manager (26782)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Program Manager with our client in Minneapolis, MN.Summary: Our client is seeking a Program Manager is responsible for actively managing the delivery of a portfolio of projects within an organization. This role ensures the program has the necessary governance, infrastructure, financial management, resource management, and planning to successfully deliver scope within schedule and budget. The Program Manager will work closely with key stakeholders, providing strategic leadership to individual project managers and ensuring the successful execution of complex, cross-organizational initiatives aligned with strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities:Portfolio Optimization & Execution:Assist in optimizing, prioritizing, and executing the program portfolio by ensuring the business case is credible and facilitating the Investment Optimization (IO) planning process.Provide thought leadership on constraints, costs, and implementation strategies to achieve reengineering goals and optimal execution.Leadership & Innovation:Provide vision and leadership to project teams responsible for delivering complex projects supporting strategic objectives.Drive innovation within the program and contribute to solutions that enhance project outcomes.Goal Setting & Stakeholder Engagement:Ensure goals, metrics, and objectives are clearly defined and agreed upon with the program sponsorship/steering committee.Cascade goals throughout the program team and ensure alignment with overall strategic goals.Program Negotiation & Resource Management:Negotiate with organizational managers to initiate or continue programs/projects based on business performance and available resources.Provide strategic management of the program to achieve organizational objectives, including optimal resource allocation for both implementation and ongoing maintenance.Program Performance & Financial Management:Assess and monitor program performance, implementing corrective actions as necessary to keep the program on track and within budget.Maintain the financial gating process for the program, providing guidance to project managers and holding them accountable for project plans.Work Plan & Progress Reporting:Develop and maintain a comprehensive work plan that outlines key dependencies, resources, timelines, deliverables, risks, issues, and progress.Provide regular updates to the Steering Committee, highlighting escalations and decisions required.Executive Reporting & Issue Resolution:Conduct periodic briefings and status updates to executive sponsors and the Steering Committee.Facilitate discussions to resolve issues and obtain approvals for critical decisions.Stakeholder Relationship Management:Build and sustain key relationships with stakeholders to ensure goals are achieved and program outcomes are delivered successfully.PMO Leadership & Methodology Improvement:Provide leadership to ensure policies and procedures are adopted successfully within the PMO.Propose enhancements to the organization's Project Management Methodology/Framework based on insights from program execution.Qualifications:Leadership & Strategic Thinking:Self-directed leadership and drive with the ability to balance political, economic, social, technological, and administrative factors.Demonstrated experience in leading multiple complex programs from design to delivery.Ability to think strategically and effectively lead, influence, communicate, and interact with people across all levels of the organization.Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills:Strong objective decision-making abilities, with solid analytical and problem-solving skills.Project & Program Management Knowledge:In-depth understanding of Project, Program, and Portfolio Management methodologies, tools, and techniques.Preferred experience using OnePlan or similar project management tools.Communication & Facilitation Skills:Outstanding presentation, communication, and facilitation skills.Ability to adjust quickly to changing situations and navigate ambiguous environments.Change Management & Mentoring:Proven experience motivating and mentoring others while managing significant change management efforts.Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Mar 04, 2025

Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst (26781)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst for our client in Minneapolis, Minnesota.Our client is seeking a Quality Assurance (QA) Analyst is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive test plans to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of complex technology projects. This role involves working closely with both business partners and technology teams to validate functional and non-functional requirements, resolve defects, and provide feedback on system design. The QA Analyst will lead testing efforts, maintain testing standards, and mentor junior QA team members while championing quality assurance practices within the organization.Key Responsibilities:Test Design & Planning:Develop test approaches, test plans, and schedules to effectively validate technology projects against functional and technical specifications.Write test cases/scripts, create test data, and document expected test results.Design test case automation processes and execute tests.Review system specifications at appropriate points in the SDLC.Test Execution & Reporting:Manage and execute testing processes to ensure all functional and non-functional requirements are met.Maintain records of test results using designated tools.Provide consistent and timely test execution status reports to the project team and business partners.Review system and functional documentation, offering suggestions for improvements.Defect Management:Actively manage the defect resolution process, producing comprehensive defect descriptions, identifying the cause, scope, risks, and impact.Facilitate defect reviews and collaborate with technology teams and business partners on design and usability improvements.Validate product fixes and escalate issues that may affect schedule, budget, or product quality.Business Partner Collaboration:Translate business partner needs into functional test plans.Analyze business requirements and ensure that test plans validate functionality, interfaces, performance, and data integrity.Participate in business requirement discussions and design sessions with technology teams and business partners.Continuous Improvement:Stay current with quality assurance principles, testing tools, processes, and quality control methodologies.Contribute to developing, improving, and documenting testing procedures for Ameriprise.Apply appropriate testing methodologies to all assigned projects and incorporate industry-standard tools into testing processes.Senior Leadership & Mentoring:Provide training on quality processes to technology teams and act as an internal consultant.Coach and mentor junior QA Analysts and technology project teams on quality assurance best practices and methodologies.Champion the use of quality assurance principles, advanced testing tools, and processes within the organization.Qualifications:Education & Experience:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with 8+ years of quality assurance experience across various projects.Demonstrated ability to lead and execute testing efforts across multiple business lines and systems independently.Skills & Competencies:Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.Proven ability to deliver quality testing results on time and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Excellent communication skills and the ability to influence stakeholders and team members.Expertise in translating user requirements into test scenarios, defining test data, and developing test cases across different environments.In-depth knowledge of business operations and processes.Strong knowledge of industry best practices for Quality Assurance and process improvement.Technical Skills:3+ years of experience with JIRA and JIRA Xray plugin, including reporting, dashboards, gadgets, and Confluence.Familiarity with a defined development life cycle methodology (e.g., CMMI, AQMS).o Preferred experience in the finance domain (life insurance and annuities).Other Skills:Team player with self-motivation to meet deadlinesDemonstrated experience in solving complex system-related problems.Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Feb 26, 2025

Senior Business Analyst (26772)

 Raleigh,  NC | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Senior Business Analyst with our client in Raliegh, North Carolina.Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Business Analyst to join our team, working closely with the vendor FIS on various projects. This role requires a deep understanding of FIS modules, data mapping, and conversions, particularly in Web CSR or similar FIS products. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working with FIS, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to engage effectively with both technical and business stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:Collaborate with the vendor FIS on data mapping, conversions, and integration of FIS systems into business processes.Analyze business requirements, develop detailed specifications, and create functional requirements for the development of FIS-based solutions.Lead the design, testing, and deployment of data mapping solutions for FIS modules such as Web CSR or others.Serve as a liaison between the business teams and technical teams to ensure seamless integration of FIS solutions into existing systems.Facilitate stakeholder meetings to understand business needs, gather requirements, and present technical solutions.Manage and coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure the successful delivery of FIS-related projects.Assist with troubleshooting and resolving any issues during FIS conversions or data migration processes.Support UAT and create detailed test plans and scenarios based on business and technical requirements.Ensure compliance with internal standards, policies, and procedures throughout the project lifecycle.Qualifications:Minimum of 5-7 years of experience as a Business Analyst, with a focus on working with FIS solutions (data mapping, conversions, Web CSR, or similar modules).Strong understanding of FIS products and their implementation in the financial industry.Experience in gathering, documenting, and managing business requirements.Expertise in FIS data mapping, conversion processes, and integrations with other financial systems.Proficiency in creating functional specifications, test cases, and UAT documentation.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and business teams.Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.Work Environment:Hybrid work schedule, with 2-3 days a week in the office based in Raleigh, NC.Collaborate with a diverse and dynamic team, offering opportunities for growth and advancement.If you are an experienced Senior Business Analyst with expertise in FIS, data mapping, and conversions, and you thrive in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you!Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Feb 24, 2025

Technical Project Manager (26768)

 Overland Park,  KS | Contract LRS Consulting is hiring for a Technical Project Manager for a client in Overland Park, KS.We are seeking a skilled Technical Project Manager to work collaboratively with cross-functional technical teams, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with a high degree of quality.Responsibilities:Engage with cross-functional technical and product management teams to prioritize tasks and work efforts by understanding scope, requirements, effort, and tradeoffs when changes occur.Create and monitor active work, backlog, priorities, and risks for team members and stakeholders.Advise business partners on project options to achieve objectives.Manage project documentation and report on project status, backlog, and resource allocation.Resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely manner.Implement, measure, and report key performance indicators while maintaining up-to-date project dashboards.Adhere to enterprise-wide project management methodology standards.Qualifications:Required:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience.At least 3 years of experience in project coordination or management of IT and/or software development projects.Proven track record of leading agile development teams and successfully delivering enterprise software projects on time and within budget.Expertise in project management methodologies such as Agile and Waterfall.Strong technical background with the ability to effectively communicate complex concepts to stakeholders at all levels.Experience using project management tools such as Jira or MS Project to create detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocations.Preferred:Project Management Professional (PMP) or Project Management Institute (PMI) certification.Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certification.Understanding of release and change management fundamentals to support project success.LRS Consulting Services is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Feb 19, 2025

Digital Analyst (26761)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Digital Analyst -Data Customer Journey Analytics (CJA) for our client in Minneapolis, Minnesota.This analytics role reports will sit in the Enterprise Data Analytics & Insights organization. The candidate should have a strategic mindset to advance the need for customer 360 and end-to-end journey reporting. This individual would be a Product Owner for Digital Data Strategy and Adobe Customer Journey Analytics Platform. They will support the varying needs of business marketing stakeholders, while ensuring cohesion with technology, marketing, Bank, and other key partners.Requirements:5+ years in Marketing Analytics or Digital AnalyticsManaging a robust product vision and roadmap, understanding user personas, stakeholder needs and satisfaction for Digital Data/Adobe Customer Journey Analytics (CJA)Partner with analytics teams and business to identify and design reporting solutions using multi-source data within CJA.Liaising with the Marketing Analytics, Digital Analytics, Digital Analytics Tech, & Omnichannel Analytics teams to:1. Ensure smooth delivery of ongoing/customer level reporting, analytics and insights.2. Identify and design reporting solutions using multi-source data within CJA.3. Develop and implement quality controls and departmental standards to ensure quality standards, organizational expectations, and regulatory requirements.Serve as resident Adobe Customer Journey Analytics and Adobe Experience Platform capability expert.Conduct office hours for the broader business and analytics communityOwn the Adobe CJA request queue; what is in motion, planned for development, arbitration, and backlogged; delegate ownership of specific queue requests across marketing & technology teams.Play an active role with Digital Analytics engineers to ensure critical data is available, with quality in the proper platforms with clear SLAsWorking effectively with, Data Governance, IT and risk partners to drive initiatives to completionKey member of agile team to identify and manage tagging issues or roadblocks through to resolutionTraditional Digital Analytics support: Support 1-2 business product teams which would require candidate to work closely with business partners to develop pre-project measurement plans, develop reporting business requirements, technical analytics tagging requirements, and produce post launch reports.Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience (5+ years) in digitally enabled businesses. MBA or graduate degree a plus. Experience in financial services preferredStrong understanding and experience with implementation and usage of web analytics tools – primarily Adobe Analytics, Adobe Customer Journey Analytics, Adobe Experience Platform, Salesforce Data Cloud, PegaPreferred:Experience with Customer Data Platforms and be able to have a plan to manage the transition to a post cookie worldAgency and media/SEO experience is a plusExpert user of advanced analytics tools & techniques to perform analysis and interpret data - some examples are: SQL, SAS, R, Python, Excel, Alteryx, Hadoop, etc.Expert user of analytics data visualization tools such as Tableau or PowerBI.Ability to work and thrive in collaborative work environment as well as independently to drive resultsDemonstrated ability to influence change across a complex organizationManaged integration of data feeds between cross channel properties such as email, CRM, Voice of Customer, data lakes, social media, and personalization campaigns. Team lead in one of the functional areas in digital analytics. i.e.: Voice of Customer, Agile, Email Analytics, A/B testing, etc.Working knowledge of AWS with ability to query using SQL or PySpark.Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Feb 19, 2025

Technical Business Analyst (26760)

 Charlotte,  NC | Contract LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you!LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Business Analyst. This is a long-term opportunity with a right-to-hire with our client in St. Louis, MO. If you’re that person, submit your resume now!The Business Analyst is responsible for working with a team to provide integrated analysis of the competitive landscape by organizing and analyzing qualitative findings from primary (interview based) and secondary (internet based) research, writing reports and/or presentations summarizing the findings and analysis, and presenting insights to clients.Will work collaboratively on and provide leadership to an engagement team in support of the delivery of world-class actionable competitive intelligence to our Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite use, including development of visually appealing infographics. Advanced level capability with PowerPoint and Excel is highly desired.Deliverables:Demonstrate clear, structured approaches to deliverable creationCompose well-written, concise and complete reports;Create visual elements that are logical, understandable and appropriate for the topic;Provide a solid representation of qualitative and quantitative intelligence; ensure deliverables are accurate, timely, relevant and reliablePrepare robust interim reports and insightful client update reports; develop executive summaries with key insights and perspectives; meet delivery and milestone dates without exception; present results to clients; train others on the development of quality deliverables.Project Task Management:Manage projects/tasks in an effective and efficient mannerMeet internal and external task and milestone datesExecute balanced scope, budget, quality, risk and timeline; develop talent, delegate appropriately, demonstrate teamworkDemonstrate strong communication skills (internal/external) regarding project progress, issues or concernsTrain others on project management.Client Communication/Management:Develop and effectively manage client relationshipsExecute exceptional deliverables to clients in a consistently organized, well prepared and concise mannerCoaching:Demonstrate a commitment to team developmentProvide timely and objective feedback to advance skills; demonstrate respect for individuals -approachable, supportive; recognize when training is necessary and take time to train those in needFacilitate resolution of problems encountered by others; help others with research/source strategies and tactics.Secondary Research:Properly identify secondary tools appropriate for the specific projectEffectively and efficiently utilize resources to gather semi- and public data; synthesize relevant information for critical factsCreate project plans; participate in ad hoc client communication related to specific projects; prepare and conduct trainingParticipate in the recruiting process; author whitepapers and newsletters; and other duties as assigned.Requirements:Must have a minimum of 6 years of experience as an AnalystExperience writing strong requirementsExperience with UI/UX preferredExperience in Product roles preferredExperience testing is a plusCandidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal)LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Feb 18, 2025

Mainframe Programmer (26756)

 Remote,  Remote | Contract LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach to IT consulting, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Mainframe Programmer for a 100% remote contract opportunity with our client in Texas. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! We are looking for a Mainframe Programmer with 10+ years mainframe experience utilizing ASSEMBLER, VSAM and other mainframe tools. Experience in DOS/VSE environment preferred. Mainframe conversion experience highly desirable. Your Responsibilities: Learn and maintain legacy systemsDevelop and support custom applicationsCoding fixes and new software developmentFamiliarity with one or more programming languagesFamiliarity with standard development techniques (SDLC, OOD)You Must Have: 10+ years mainframe experience utilizing ASSEMBLER, VSAM and other mainframe toolsAbility to handle and keep track of a multitude of assignments at one timeAttention to detail, excellent organization skills and a sense of urgencyExcellent verbal and written communication skillsSolid analytical, critical-thinking and problem-solving skillsEnjoys working as part of a teamSeeking self-starter with unyielding work ethic and motivation to learn a competitive business.Excellent communication/documentation skillsMust be able to handle multiple tasksCustomer Service orientedStrong analyzing and problem-solving abilitiesAttention to detailGood interpersonal skillsProactive Team MemberWe Would Also Prefer: Print and mail experienceExperience in DOS/VSE environment; Quikjob a plus.Mainframe conversion experience highly desirable.Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or science-related areaLRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Feb 17, 2025

Senior Manager of Enterprise Applications and Data (26754)

 Champaign,  IL | Contract LRS Consulting Services is searching for a Senior Manager of Enterprise Applications and Data for an exciting direct hire/ permanent opportunity with a client of ours in Champaign, IL. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts combined with your technical expertise equals career possibilities for you. So let’s get to work!ResponsibilitiesLeadership & Strategy:Lead a team throughout all phases of design, implementation, and support of critical business applications, including Pension Administration System (PAS), web, and low-code applications.Develop and manage the applications roadmap in alignment with organizational needs and best practices.Collaborate with key stakeholders to understand business processes and identify opportunities for system improvements and automation.Provide strategic direction for integrations & data usage.Team Leadership & Development:Lead and mentor a team of application & data managers, ensuring continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team.Provide performance feedback, training, and professional development opportunities for team members.Project Management:Plan, coordinate, and execute application development projects, including upgrades, enhancements, and new implementations in conjunction with product owners and PMO.Manage cross-functional teams, including internal staff and external vendors, to deliver projects on time and within scope.Compliance, Data Management, and Reporting:Act as control owner and coordinate with business process owners and other control owners to execute on applicable compliance requirements.Evaluate control deficiencies and track remediation to completion.Consult, advise, and participate in the design of various IT processes and controls to support compliance with policies, standards, and regulatory requirements.Oversee data management practices, ensuring accurate reporting and analytics capabilities across platforms.Develop custom reports and dashboards to provide actionable insights for business leaders.Business Process Improvement:Identify and implement process improvements through better utilization of applications and data.Conduct regular system reviews, data analysis, and user feedback sessions to identify opportunities for optimization.Vendor & Stakeholder Management:Act as the primary point of contact for relevant vendors and external consultants.Negotiate contracts, licenses, and service agreements with vendors to optimize costs and service quality.Maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including department heads, to ensure business needs are met.Documentation and Training:Maintain documentation of configurations, processes, and technical solutions.Required Qualifications7+ years of experience managing enterprise applications, particularly PAS, ERP, or other enterprise-scale software system environments.3+ years of supervisory/management experience.Any one or any combination totaling 5 years (60 months) from the following categories:College coursework which includes Information Technology (IT), IT Management, Programming, IT Systems, or a closely related discipline, as measured by the following conversion table:30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)Associate’s Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)Bachelor’s Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)Work experience in IT-related functions such as hardware/software support, programming, network design, network engineering, IT systems integration, or closely related field, which includes supervisory or lead worker capacity.Additional education, training, and/or work experience in the area of specialization may be required.Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.Ability to interact with all levels of the organization.Strong knowledge of data governance and compliance standards.Preferred QualificationsExperience with configuration, administration, and customization of large-scale enterprise platforms. PAS-specific experience is a plus.Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, ERP/CRM systems, and cloud-based technologies.Excellent project management skills with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results on time.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and teams.Experience with integration tools like Azure Logic Apps or Power Automate is a plus.Experience working in an Agile development environment.Experience in managing vendor relationships and negotiating contracts.Proven experience leading large-scale system implementations, migrations, and integrations.LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Feb 14, 2025

IT Director (26752)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract LRS Consulting Services is seeking an IT Director with our client in Minneapolis, MN. As the Director of IT Strategy, Planning and Governance, you will be responsible for ensuring the Enterprise IT Organization is aligned with overall business strategy, adopts appropriate governance and adheres to transparent performance management. You will lead a team of Project Managers and/or partner with outside services, working closely with the CIO, other members of the IT senior leadership team and leaders across all business segments.Position SummaryThe Director of IT Strategy, Planning, and Governance is responsible for aligning the Enterprise IT organization with overall business strategy, implementing governance frameworks, and ensuring transparent performance management. This role leads a team of Project Managers and/or collaborates with external partners while working closely with the CIO, IT senior leadership, and business leaders across all segments.Key ResponsibilitiesIT Strategy and Governance:Lead the transformation of IT governance by implementing repeatable, business-focused, and adaptive frameworks.Oversee IT roadmaps, demand planning, portfolio standardization, project management best practices, and performance measurement.Ensure IT investments align with strategic objectives and are managed effectively.Demand and Portfolio Management:Develop and maintain project and portfolio management methodologies to support strategic planning, execution, and successful delivery.Establish decision-making processes for demand prioritization, resource allocation, and capacity planning to enhance delivery efficiency.Monitor and report portfolio progress, costs, and risks through leadership dashboards.Budget and Performance Management:Track project timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure timely and cost-effective completion.Monitor IT department health through key performance indicators and operational metrics.Business Relationship Management & Strategy:Partner with IT Business Relationship Managers and IT Leadership to define technology strategies and roadmaps.Prioritize initiatives to optimize resource allocation and maximize business impact.Ensure programs and initiatives achieve targeted business outcomes.Leadership & Team Management:Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of IT Project Managers.Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.Manage departmental budgets and ensure cost-effective operations.Qualifications & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).10+ years of experience leading IT initiatives across multiple domains (e.g., infrastructure, data, applications), with at least 5 years in a leadership role.Proven experience in building and managing an IT PMO function. PMP certification preferred.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Demonstrated experience in strategic planning, budget management, and resource allocation.Ability to drive business, cultural, and technology change in a dynamic environment.Experience partnering with senior executives to align IT strategies with business goals.Travel RequirementsTravel anticipated at approximately 5-10%.Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Feb 14, 2025

Scrum Master (26751)

 Rosement,  IL | Contract LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach to IT consulting, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Scrum Master for a hybrid onsite, long-term contract opportunity with our client in the west suburbs of Chicago, IL!LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you!Job Duties: Ensure impediments are resolved quickly, the team follows their agreed-to team working agreements, and that there is a good relationship between the Product Owners and the development teams.Establish and ensure adherence to the Scrum framework and ceremonies, including Sprint Planning, Backlog Refinement, Daily Stand-up, Sprint Review and Sprint Retrospective.Help the team define team working agreements, like a Definition of Ready and Definition of Done, and enforces the agreements.Set up standard project metrics, product templates and processes and works with the teams to create the proper ceremonies and deliverables.Continuously strives towards more efficient and effective Scrum teams, resulting in higher and consistent velocities as well as better software quality.Clearly communicate with all stakeholders, including Product Owner and Team, manage risks and resolve impediments.Apply expert level knowledge of the software development life cycle to coach teams to flawless deployments to the production environment.Drive Scrum of Scrums to ensure dependencies are clearly understood and cross-team impediments are addressed.Understand the big picture as well as the details and complexities of technical and functional issues, driving them to resolution.Ensure the team has a healthy product and Sprint backlog (in collaboration with the PO).Other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in relevant field preferred.Minimum 6 years' relevant experience in Agile/Scrum enterprise environments, with minimum of 3 years' recent experience in Scrum Master roles.Strong hands-on experience and subject matter expertise in Microsoft Azure DevOps.Strong subject matter expertise in Agile values, principles, framework, and practices.Experience leading or participating in all Agile meetings including sprint planning, sprint grooming, review, demo, stand-up, and retrospective sessions.Experience in all phases of product, software, and testing lifecycles.Strong investigative and analytical skills.Relevant Certifications highly preferred (e.g., CSM, A-CSM, SAFe SM or CSP designation).Candidates must be local to the Chicago Metro area with permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer.Corp to Corp candidates will not be considered.LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran statusHourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Feb 13, 2025

Software Engineer (26750)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Software Engineer with our client in Minneapolis, Minnesota.Summary: We are seeking an experienced Software Engineer with expertise in Layer 7 API Gateway development, specifically with Broadcom API Gateway services. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in developing services for the NYDFS Project, testing with tools like Selenium and Postman, and deploying services using CI/CD pipelines. Strong experience with Java RESTful frameworks, API performance tuning, and service optimization is essential.Key Responsibilities:Develop Broadcom API Gateway services as part of the NYDFS Project.Design, implement, and test API Gateway services using Java RESTful frameworks.Utilize tools such as Selenium and Postman for thorough testing of services.Deploy API Gateway services through CI/CD pipelines.Optimize the performance of API services and conduct performance tuning.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of services.Ensure code quality, security, and maintainability throughout the development lifecycle.Provide technical support and troubleshooting for deployed services.Continuously monitor and improve the performance and scalability of services.Preferred Experience:5+ years of experience in API Gateway development, particularly with Broadcom API Gateway.Proficiency in Java development, RESTful API frameworks, and associated technologies.Experience with CI/CD deployment processes and related tools.Strong expertise in API performance tuning and optimization.Familiarity with testing tools like Selenium and Postman.Knowledge of Layer 7 API Gateway best practices and architecture.Skills & Qualifications:Expertise in Broadcom API Gateway.Solid understanding of Java and RESTful web services.Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Feb 13, 2025

Senior Business Analyst (26748)

 Remote,  Remote | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Senior Business Analyst with our client in Raleigh, North Carolina. We are seeking an experienced and self-sufficient Senior Business Analyst to join a fast-moving team for a 4-6 month contract. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to hit the ground running with minimal guidance, as they will be working closely with C-suite executives and need to manage and drive the gathering and documentation of business requirements effectively. A background in regulatory/compliance, coupled with proficiency in tools such as Tableau and JIRA, will be highly beneficial. This position demands sharp analytical skills, independence, and confidence in navigating high-level business discussions. The role is primarily remote, though candidates should be open to traveling to Raleigh, NC for periodic meetings.Key Responsibilities:Gather, analyze, and document business requirements from C-suite executives with minimal supervision.Work closely with senior leadership to ensure requirements are thoroughly understood and clearly articulated.Effectively manage stakeholder expectations and communicate findings to key decision-makers.Utilize Tableau to analyze data and produce meaningful insights for the business.Use JIRA for task tracking, prioritization, and managing project timelines.Take ownership of regulatory/compliance-related aspects of the project, ensuring all requirements are met and documented.Navigate complex business needs and translate them into actionable, detailed requirements and solutions.Proactively manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.Maintain a high level of professionalism, confidence, and effectiveness in interactions with senior leadership.Provide recommendations and insights based on findings to optimize business processes.Ensure clear communication with both business and technical teams throughout the project lifecycle.Requirements:7+ years of experience as a Senior Business Analyst with a strong record of accomplishment of delivering successful projects with minimal guidance.Experience interfacing with C-suite executives and driving high-level business conversations.Strong expertise in requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation.Regulatory/compliance background is highly desirable.Proficiency in Tableau for data visualization and insights.Familiarity with JIRA for project tracking and management.Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving environment.Willingness to travel to Raleigh, NC (1-2 days per quarter).Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate between $20 - $125 per hour
Added Feb 07, 2025

IT Project Manager (26741)

 Erlanger,  KY | Temp to Perm Looking for more than just another assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking a IT Project Manager for a 6-month contract opportunity with our client in the Central, IL or Kentucky area! Local candidates will be given preference.LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you!The Project Managers will:Direct large-scale, complex projects that may involve multiple internal and external partnersDevelop the project charter, integrated project plan, resource plan, contingency plan, and related project management artifactsPartner with business sponsors to define success metrics and criteriaValidate financial forecasts and provide ongoing reconciliation of resources and other related project expendituresFacilitate all operational checkpoint activities throughout the lifecycle of projectsIdentify, assess and resolve project risksEnsure projects adhere to methodology and compliance standards set by the companyEstablish partnership with stakeholders continually influencing, communicating and aligning.Define and track project achievements while developing, maintaining, and reporting on an overall and integrated delivery planEnsure end results are of the highest caliber with a clearly articulated scope and quantifiable business benefitSupport, share findings, and mentor others within the PMO regarding standards, organizational understanding, and relationship building to promote the successful delivery of projectsRequirements:8+ years of diverse and/or large enterprise work experience in project management3+years prior experience in large scale global transformation programs with desired experience with Infrastructure ProjectsDemonstrated, applied experience establishing and delivering complex projectsDeep understanding and expertise in the use of project management methodologies and toolsExperienced in working with partners/vendors to lead their expectations and engaging them to address project issuesProven ability to manage projects in Waterfall, Agile and Hybrid methodologiesOrganizational Change Management mindset and experience building stakeholder and communication plansThird-party candidates will not be considered.Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the US without sponsorship.Desired Experience:IT infrastructure Project planning and deployment. Managing the implementation of servers, networking equipment, cloud solutions, and security protocols while ensuring scalability and reliability. Coordinates cross-functional teams, mitigates risks, optimizes resources, and ensures compliance with industry standards.Overseeing timelines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations, ensuring seamless integration and minimal downtime during infrastructure upgrades or migrationsLRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.Hourly rate - $25 - $125#LI-CS1
Added Feb 05, 2025

AuditBoard SME (26733)

 REMOTE,  REMOTE | Contract LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you!LRS Consulting Services is seeking an AuditBoard SME with our client that will be located remotely. If you’re that person, submit your resume now!Requirements:Must have a minimum of 7 years of experience in auditingExperience as an AuditBoard SMECandidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal)LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Feb 05, 2025

Business Analyst (26732)

 St. Paul,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Business Analyst with our client in St. Paul, MN.LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts combined with your technical expertise equals career possibilities for you. So let’s get to work!Responsibilities:Meet regularly with business partners to document current technology needs, gaps, and issues, and help strategize plans for future changes to technology.Analyze business processes and perform business process mapping unit to support or facilitate changes in how technology is utilized.Assist with technology strategic planning and ensure alignment with department, divisional, and Council-wide strategic plans.Contribute to IS Service delivery, ensuring all systems and interfaces are documented.Perform functional and non-functional requirement elicitation activities for projects and initiatives, developing standardized use cases and user stories which can be utilized by implementation teams.Analyze business processes and procedures to recommend best practices for improving business processes through information systems.Analyze various business processes within a unit to facilitate change to leverage use of computer system capability.Write training documentation, create, and provide live end user training.Analyze new or proposed IT services.Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.Develop and act upon change management plans.Qualifications:Intermediate computer skills in Azure DevOps or GitHub, word processing, complex spreadsheets, graphics presentations and database management required (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point).Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures and government regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of customers or clients.Requires the skill to provide basic client services to the public and other agencies within the organization. Requires tact, courtesy and cooperation in dealings with others where the primary purpose is the exchange of information. Promotes an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values cultural and diversity among all employees.Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.Skills and experience with use of business process mapping techniques and templates.Experience working in a public sector organization.Strategic planning skills.Experience doing functional requirements elicitation for large technology projects.Experience working in an Agile development environment.Experience doing analysis for IT Operations, Infrastructure, and/or Application Development.Ability to think creatively and strategically to drive innovation and differentiation.Understanding and performing continuous improvement.Experience facilitating requirements or other stakeholder engagement discussions in small and large groups.ITIL 4 Certification.IIBA Certification (CBAP).Intermediate computer skills in Azure DevOps or GitHub, word processing, complex spreadsheets, graphics presentations and database management required (Word, Excel, Access and Power Point).Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures and government regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of customers or clients.Requires the skill to provide basic client services to the public and other agencies within the organization. Requires tact, courtesy, and cooperation in dealings with others where the primary purpose is the exchange of information. Promotes an equitable, positive and respectful work environment that values culture and diversity among all employees.Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS Company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Jan 31, 2025

Digital Analyst (26730)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Digital Analyst for our client in Minneapolis, MN.Responsibilities:3+ years of experience as a digital analyst with Adobe Target, AEP/AJO and Campaign performance measurement and reporting.Drive platform roadmap, attribution, and enterprise capability growth our client.Conduct regular analysis of marketing data to optimize funnel metrics (awareness, engagement, conversion, adoption).Define measurement strategies, scope analytics tasks, and deliverables for projects and clients.Develop data strategies supporting customer journeys for multi-touch marketing optimization across digital, social, and direct media.Manage end-to-end testing processes for high-priority use cases, including hypothesis development and A/B testing.Collaborate cross-functionally to deploy personalization campaigns for digital platforms, product launches, and promotions.Analyze campaign performance, consumer behaviors, and segment strategies using personalization tools.Qualifications Required:Bachelor’s degree.5+ years of experience in marketing analytics or digital analytics.Proficiency in Adobe Analytics, Adobe Customer Journey Analytics, Adobe Target, Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Adobe Journey Optimizer.Strong understanding of digital and marketing analytics, using Customer Data Platforms.Ability to synthesize insights and communicate complex concepts effectively.Proficiency in at least one Business Intelligence tool (e.g., PowerBI, Tableau).Proficiency in at least one programming language (e.g., SAS, SQL, R, Python).Experience with digital marketing and marketing analytics best practices.Experience in Financial Services, Banking, or FinTech industries preferred.Experience with data & analytics transformation and business translation.Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Jan 29, 2025

Mainframe Programmer (26725)

 REMOTE,  REMOTE | Contract LRS Consulting Services is seeking Mainframe Programmer for an exciting contract to hire opportunity. LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts combined with your technical expertise equals career possibilities for you. So let’s get to work!The role implements and manages IBM mainframe server hardware and software for on-premises systems. This role is responsible for the business-critical availability of production, non-production and disaster recovery site mainframe systems.Performs installation, maintenance and upgrades for system software and ISV software. Maintains and supports virtual tape backup systems and libraries. Provides troubleshooting, training, and technical support for all users and projects of the organization.Resolves issues other tiers of support have escalated/transferred. Communicate courteously and effectively with users as needed.Handles the most complex issues since they are considered the subject matter expert and may mentor, coach and help develop less experienced associates, may serve as a back-up to manager when they are out.Responsible for the configuration and readiness of the disaster recovery mainframe site, including immutable storage systems. Participates and performs tasks in disaster recovery exercises.Ensures compliance with server, network, security and engineering standards and guidelines. Stays knowledgeable of emerging trends and industry practices. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities RequiredExtensive subject matter expertise and team lead experience with IBM z/OS mainframe and related tools/products including LPAR configuration, MQ Series, DB2 COBOL, JCL, VSAM, CICS and mainframe ISV software.Experience with IBM’s file structure(s): (i.e. HFS, ZFS, and PDS’s), TSO, and DFSMS.Experience with IBM DS89xx disk subsystems including day to day operations, replication, flash copies and immutable staging using tools like Copy Service Manager (CSM) and others.Experience with networking technologies that support the mainframe, i.e. Ethernet, FICON etc.Experience with z/OS virtualization including zLinux installation and maintenance.Excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to stay focused on completing tasks and meeting goals within a fast-paced environment.Experience with various backup solutions and strategies.Ability to develop, teach and mentor other members of the team.Strong time-management and prioritization skills.Ability to communicate applicable technical subject matter expertise to management and others. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities PreferredExperience with virtual tape systems including Luminex.Experience with AIX.Knowledge of LAN/WAN/Firewall/VPN technologies.Experience with storage area networks. In depth knowledge of business continuity and disaster recovery strategies.Excellent communication and organizational skills, and the ability to stay focused on completing tasks and meeting goals within a busy workspace. Authorization Requirements:Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.3rd party candidates will not be considered.LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Jan 09, 2025

Senior Business Analyst (26695)

 St. Louis,  MO | Contract LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you!LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Business Analyst. This is a long-term opportunity with a right-to-hire with our client in St. Louis, MO. If you’re that person, submit your resume now!The Business Analyst is responsible for working with a team to provide integrated analysis of the competitive landscape by organizing and analyzing qualitative findings from primary (interview based) and secondary (internet based) research, writing reports and/or presentations summarizing the findings and analysis, and presenting insights to clients.Will work collaboratively on and provide leadership to an engagement team in support of the delivery of world-class actionable competitive intelligence to our clients.Primary responsibilities and qualifications include, but are not limited to:Analysis:Lead the analysis of research findings to identify key business and operational insights for our clients.Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite use, including development of visually appealing infographics. Advanced level capability with PowerPoint and Excel is highly desired.Deliverables:Demonstrate clear, structured approaches to deliverable creationCompose well-written, concise and complete reports;Create visual elements that are logical, understandable and appropriate for the topic;Provide a solid representation of qualitative and quantitative intelligence; ensure deliverables are accurate, timely, relevant and reliablePrepare robust interim reports and insightful client update reports; develop executive summaries with key insights and perspectives; meet delivery and milestone dates without exception; present results to clients; train others on the development of quality deliverables.Project Task Management:Manage projects/tasks in an effective and efficient mannermeet internal and external task and milestone dates; execute balanced scope, budget, quality, risk and timeline; develop talent, delegate appropriately, demonstrate teamwork; demonstrate strong communication skills (internal/external) regarding project progress, issues or concerns; train others on project management.Client Communication/Management:Develop and effectively manage client relationshipsExecute exceptional deliverables to clients in a consistently organized, well prepared and concise mannerCoaching:Demonstrate a commitment to team developmentProvide timely and objective feedback to advance skills; demonstrate respect for individuals -approachable, supportive; recognize when training is necessary and take time to train those in need; facilitate resolution of problems encountered by others; help others with research/source strategies and tactics.Secondary Research:Properly identify secondary tools appropriate for the specific projectEffectively and efficiently utilize resources to gather semi- and public data; synthesize relevant information for critical factsCreate project plans; participate in ad hoc client communication related to specific projects; prepare and conduct trainingParticipate in the recruiting process; author whitepapers and newsletters; and other duties as assigned.Requirements:Must have a minimum of 8 years of experience as an Analyst Experience writing strong requirementsExperience with UI/UX preferred Experience in Product roles preferredExperience testing is a plus Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal)LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Jan 08, 2025

Mainframe Programmer (26692)

 Remote,  Remote | Contract Time to get to work! We're seeking a Mainframe Programmer for a client in Central Illinois for a long-term contract opportunity for the right person. If you're that person, if you have the Mainframe development expertise that we need, submit your resume now! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering IT excellence for over three decades. Our reputation for quality, flexibility, and strong relationships with our clients keeps them turning to us to meet their IT consulting needs. Our contacts, combined with your technical expertise, equals career possibilities for you. So let's get to work! Responsibilities: Work in an enterprise environment with the ability to do new COBOL development as well as to trouble shoot production problems and follow corporate policies and procedures to fix, test and deploy fixes into a production environment. Required: 5+ years’ experience as a COBOL developer/mainframe systems analyst. COBOL, DB2, CICS, SQL. Experience using Endevor, TSO/ISPF, File-aid, Abend-aid. Nice to have: Knowledge in Assembler coding, IMS databases. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status. #LI-CS1
Added Jan 07, 2025

Salesforce Project Manager (26694)

 Chicago,  IL | Contract LRS has prospered for over 30 years because our corporate philosophy embraces honest, ethical and hard-working people. If that describes your approach to IT consulting, we need to talk! LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Salesforce Project Manager for a remote contract with potential to hire opportunity with our research client in Chicago, IL! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end project management for Salesforce initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals and objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables, ensuring clear communication and understanding across teams. Facilitate agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives, to promote team collaboration and productivity. Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, risks, and issues. Identify and mitigate project risks, proactively addressing any challenges that may impact project delivery. Work with BA team to conduct thorough analysis of business requirements, translating them into functional specifications for the development team. Work with Development team to oversee the design, configuration, and testing of Salesforce solutions, ensuring adherence to best practices and quality standards. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, gathering feedback and implementing changes to enhance project processes and outcomes. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources, ensuring that projects are delivered on time and within scope. Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years experience as a hands-on Project Manager with focus in Salesforce implementation &/or enhancement projects. Strong experience in large enterprise application environments with complex, dynamic teams. Strong background in agile development methodologies, experience working in agile environments with cross-functional teams. Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple workstreams and competing program priorities simultaneously. Effective communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with stakeholders at all levels. Strong subject matter expertise in Salesforce, with relevant certifications (e.g., Salesforce Certified Administrator, Salesforce Certified Business Analyst, etc.) prefferred Agile/Scrum Master certification is a plus. Familiarity with Copado &/or Salesforce DevOps is a plus. LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.#LI-DS1
Added Jan 07, 2025

Sr. Project Manager (26691)

 Springfield,  IL | Contract Looking for more than just another assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Sr. Project Manager II for a multi-year contract opportunity with our client in Central Illinois! LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! The Project Manager will be working on migrating the clients remaining applications from a legacy mainframe platform to an existing Microsoft platform. Legacy systems include areas in Accounting, Pensions, Disability and Vouchering. The Project Manager (PM) role is critical to the success of the project. The PM will maintain communication with management and product owners along with business analysts to establish required work and timelines using a Minimum Variable Product (MVP) approach to migrate the remaining legacy functionality into the Microsoft platform. Detailed project plans which adhere to SERS methodology will be created and continuously updated to ensure project updates can be provided in a timely and consistent manner. The PM will establish and maintain schedules, drive activities, identify risks and dependencies, and develop mitigation strategies. This individual will effectively plan deliverables to take advantage and efficiently make use of the team’s resources. Must have the following experience: Proven experience in managing multiple IT projects with a strong track record of successful project delivery. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Excellent leadership skills with the ability to motivate, guide, and manage project teams. Expertise in identifying potential risks early in the project and developing strategies for mitigation. Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders, product owners, and development teams to ensure clear communication and the alignment of project goals. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to navigate challenges and find effective solutions. Experience analyzing and improving Pension Systems Must have an active PMP Certification Desired Experience: Experience with Microsoft SQL Experience with Accounting Systems/Concepts Experience with Agile or other iterative development methodologies. Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) Candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the USA for any employer Corp to corp candidates will not be considered LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Dec 18, 2024

Project Manager (26673)

 St. Paul,  MN | Contract Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Senior Project Manager, to manage technical projects primarily within infrastructure, network, and security teams, with our client in St. Paul, MN. Responsibilities:Project / Program Planning & Management Develop comprehensive project plans using Waterfall & Agile methodologies. Define scope, goals, deliverables, and timelines. Coordinate internal resources and third parties / vendors for execution of projects within baselines. Utilize departmental tools for project management, tracking, and reporting. Team Leadership Lead project teams and manage / coach junior project managers as appropriate to ensure service delivery. Support a collaborative and productive work and PMO team environment. Facilitate communication and coordination for projects / programs across cross-functional teams. Accountable to lead change management and conflict resolution efforts within assigned projects. Ensure teams have clear roles, responsibilities, and deliverables. Stakeholder Management Build strong stakeholder relationships to become a trusted advisor to project sponsors. Communicate project status, risks, and issues to stakeholders and executive management in a timely manner to set expectations and escalate as appropriate. Ensure alignment of project objectives with business goals through stakeholder management activities. Risk & Issue Management Proactively identify, assess, and manage project / program risks and issues through mitigation planning. Monitor and report project / program progress and performance throughout delivery lifecycle. Budget & Resource Management Develop and manage project budgets, per governance requirements. Allocate resources effectively to ensure project success through demand management and capacity planning for projects / programs assigned. Monitor expenditures and ensure adherence to budget constraints. Transformation & Organizational Change Management Lead transformation and change management scope within projects and programs as appropriate, to ensure solution adoption and process adherence. Process Improvement Support the evaluation and refinement of project management methodologies and processes. Support continuous improvement initiatives within the PMO Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging practices. Level of Education: High school diploma or GED AND nine (5) years of experience managing multiple IT and business projects including two (2) or more years in a lead role that required collaboration across multiple divisions with stakeholders from varying organizational levels. Note: Highest completed degree in the following majors: Computer Science, Business Management, Project Management or related field will count towards the minimum nine (9) years of required work experience. Associates degree counts as two years of experience Bachelor's degree or higher counts as four years of experience Years of experience in Position Title - Experience for all of the above equivalencies must include at least two years of experience in a lead role that required collaboration across multiple divisions with stakeholders from varying organizational levels. Certification(s) Project Management: PMP or PgMP, Agility: CSM or SAFe Cybersecurity: CISSP, CISM (desired) Networking: CCNA, CCNP (desired) Infrastructure: ITIL, Cloud certifications (Azure, AWS) desired Project Management and Agility tools Project Management: MS Project, PPM tools Agility: Azure Dev Ops, Jira Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Nov 22, 2024

Senior Business Systems Analyst (26628)

 Minneapolis,  MN | Temp to Perm Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company is seeking a Senior Business Systems Analyst with our client in Minneapolis, MN.Our client is looking for a Senior Business Systems Analyst to come in and partner with existing teams on several projects. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of BSA experience within the Financial Services industry.Candidate responsibilities include:Documents Requirements: Drafts functional and non-functional data requirements, leveraging previous info provided and input from business stakeholders.Creates Templates / Supporting Materials: Builds or leverages templates to facilitate working sessions and capture requirements and shares best practices with other project teams.Project is high priority and will have exposure to multiple business units Successful candidate will possess the following:High CuriosityAbility to turn conceptual ideas into business requirements Ability to ask relevant, probing questions of SME’s, regardless of authority level Resource must be local and able to come to the office in a hybrid setting.Fulcrum Consulting, an LRS company, is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Oct 17, 2024

Senior Network Engineer (26556)

 St. Louis,  MO | Contract LRS Consulting Services is seeking a Senior Network Engineer for a role with a client of ours based in St. Louis.LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you!Description: The effort is in the plant environment, and it is for a Senior Network Engineer. Our client is updating their network across North America. The refresh will include new switches, end points, etc., and high-level troubleshooting of any issues that arise throughout that process. Will be campus style upgrades. Heavy Cisco environment.Requirements:At least 7 years of experience as a Network EngineerMust have strong Cisco experienceMust have experience working on migration or upgrade effortsMust be located in the US and be able to work standard 40 hours per week, core business hoursLRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.
Added Mar 01, 2024

Firewall Engineer (25106)

 Charolotte,  NC | Contract LRS Consulting Services has been delivering the highest quality consultants to our clients since 1979. We've built a solid reputation for dealing with our clients and our consultants with honesty, integrity, and respect. We work hard every day to maintain that reputation, and we're very interested in candidates who can help us. If you're that candidate, this opportunity is made for you! Looking for more than just another assignment? We're looking for you! This isn't just another assignment, but a real opportunity and a challenge for the right person. LRS Consulting Services is seeking Firewall Network Engineers for a contract opportunity with a client of ours in Charlotte, NC! This team is responsible for the implementation, and operations, of firewalls across the entire network. Responsibilities: Advanced firewall change request fulfillment and troubleshooting Troubleshooting and response to network firewall incidents and problems Working with our internal customers to gather complex network requirements to be used in creating highly reliable and scalable networking designs Produce design documents such as Visio diagrams, IP spreadsheets, device descriptions and narratives Correlate detected network events to identify potential problems or root causes Assist application and system owners in troubleshooting problematic network dependent applications Participate in projects that involve existing network infrastructure as required Participate in a formal incident rapid response process for high priority incidents Collaborate with the team to insure that an incident's underlying problems are managed and resolved Implement network change in the context of incident resolution, problem management and service requests Be aware of and follow existing network management change procedures Work outside of normal business hours when required (scheduled maintenance, outage response, last minute urgent requests) Assist with network documentation tasks Essential Job Qualifications: 3+ years of progressive experience in networking and network security, including advanced firewalling, VPN's, enterprise routing and switching 3+ years in firewall technologies, preferably Juniper and Palo Alto, but other products like Cisco, Checkpoint can be considered. Ability to read, write and speak the English language to communicate with employees, customers, suppliers, in person, on the phone, and by written communications in a clear, straight-forward, and professional manner Advanced level of familiarity in implementing and troubleshooting firewall technologies Expert understanding of popular network communications protocols such as DNS, RPC, HTTP Third-party candidates will not be considered. Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the US without sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications: Juniper and/or Palo Alto certifications preferred Experience with Service Now or Cherwell ticketing systems Candidate must be able to effectively communicate in English (written & verbal) LRS is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for employment will receive consideration without unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, gender identity, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, genetic information, citizenship status or protected veteran status.