We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer to support and enhance a complex enterprise infrastructure environment in Illinois. This long-term contract position is ideal for a hands-on specialist who can manage core Microsoft, virtualization, and cloud technologies while maintaining stability, security, and operational efficiency. The role will focus on Windows systems engineering, hybrid identity administration, platform upgrades, and infrastructure automation across on-premises and Azure environments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Administer and improve enterprise Windows Server infrastructure, ensuring reliable performance, security, and alignment with operational standards.<br>• Lead VMware vSphere lifecycle activities, including environment assessments, version upgrades, and workload movement to alternate hypervisor platforms when required.<br>• Manage Active Directory in complex multi-forest environments, including organizational unit structure, delegated administration, trust design, Kerberos policy configuration, and directory cleanup efforts.<br>• Support Azure infrastructure services by handling IaaS resources, hybrid connectivity, identity integration, backup operations, and subscription-level administration.<br>• Oversee enterprise messaging and endpoint management platforms such as Exchange and SCCM, maintaining service availability and supporting ongoing enhancements.<br>• Provision and maintain NetApp storage resources, administer datastores, and coordinate storage integration with virtualized environments.<br>• Develop and maintain production-quality PowerShell scripts to automate routine administration, streamline operational tasks, and improve consistency.<br>• Execute infrastructure changes within established ITSM and change control frameworks, documenting implementation steps, risks, and validation outcomes.<br>• Contribute to technical documentation and runbook development, including the effective use of AI-based tools to accelerate knowledge capture and operational readiness.
We are looking for an IT Security Specialist to join a manufacturing organization in Deerfield, Illinois on a Long-term Contract assignment. This role will help strengthen day-to-day cyber defense operations by supporting threat monitoring, incident handling, user security education, and risk reduction across endpoints and identities. The position works closely with internal technology teams and external security partners to improve visibility, response effectiveness, and overall protection of the environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate with a managed detection and response partner to support continuous security monitoring and timely investigation of suspicious activity.<br>• Review, assess, and escalate security events within SIEM and related security platforms, helping drive efficient triage and follow-up actions.<br>• Participate in cyber incident response efforts by assisting with investigation, containment steps, corrective actions, and post-event tracking.<br>• Refine detection logic, alert thresholds, and response workflows to improve the quality and effectiveness of security operations.<br>• Contribute to organization-wide security awareness efforts by supporting phishing exercises, educational content, and user-focused communications.<br>• Analyze vulnerability scan findings, help rank remediation priorities based on business risk, and monitor closure progress with technical teams.<br>• Support identity and access security activities in Microsoft Entra ID, including access reviews, role-based permissions, and governance practices.<br>• Assist with endpoint protection operations by monitoring tools such as Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, or SentinelOne and helping resolve endpoint-related threats.<br>• Use endpoint management technologies such as Microsoft Intune and Group Policy to apply security baselines, review configurations, and strengthen device hardening standards.
We are looking for a Data Security Analyst to support and strengthen email and messaging security operations for a Contract position based in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on protecting the organization from phishing, malware, impersonation, and other email-borne threats while improving the reliability and security of mail delivery. The ideal candidate brings deep experience with Proofpoint, hybrid messaging environments, and user-focused security practices, along with the ability to communicate clearly across technical and non-technical teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Investigate and resolve complex email security and delivery issues, including routing failures, encryption challenges, quarantine events, and user-reported security concerns.<br>• Review dashboards, system logs, and alert activity to identify and respond to phishing attempts, malware incidents, spoofing, and impersonation threats.<br>• Administer and optimize Proofpoint Essentials and related integrations to maintain strong protection across the messaging environment.<br>• Configure and maintain email security controls, including encryption settings, policy rules, and quarantine management processes.<br>• Lead initiatives involving Proofpoint enhancements, platform updates, and rollout of new security capabilities.<br>• Develop clear guidance and training materials for IT teams and end users on secure email practices and available protection tools.<br>• Support security awareness efforts by helping manage phishing simulation activities and user education programs.<br>• Collaborate with broader security operations by connecting email security insights with SIEM platforms and other enterprise security tools where applicable.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer to support and enhance enterprise networking operations in Chicago, Illinois. This role focuses on building reliable, secure connectivity across on-premises and cloud-based environments while improving visibility, automation, and operational performance. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced support setting and will bring strong technical depth across routing, firewalls, wireless infrastructure, and network monitoring.</p><p><br></p><p>MUST HAVE SOLAR WINDS EXPERIENCE.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Design and deploy scalable network solutions across campus, wireless, SD-WAN, and cloud environments to meet business and operational needs.</p><p>• Maintain and troubleshoot complex multi-vendor infrastructure, resolving incidents and service requests within a high-volume, ticket-driven support model.</p><p>• Strengthen network security by addressing vulnerabilities, coordinating remediation activities, and applying secure configuration standards across network platforms.</p><p>• Administer and optimize routing, switching, and perimeter security technologies, including Cisco routers, Cisco ASA, and Palo Alto firewalls.</p><p>• Configure and support dynamic routing protocols such as BGP to ensure resilient and efficient connectivity between internal and external networks.</p><p>• Develop scripts and automation tools that streamline repetitive operational tasks, improve consistency, and reduce manual intervention.</p><p>• Implement monitoring and observability capabilities that provide actionable insight into network health, performance, and service availability.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure improvements, document technical designs, and advance network operational maturity.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced AI Program Manager to lead enterprise AI and automation initiatives in Lake Forest, Illinois. This role will shape the direction of a digital workforce program, identify high-impact use cases, and guide solutions from initial evaluation through deployment and ongoing optimization. The position partners closely with business stakeholders and technical teams to expand AI adoption, deliver measurable operational value, and assess emerging technologies that support long-term innovation.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct the enterprise digital workforce program across intake, prioritization, solution governance, implementation oversight, change enablement, and platform support activities.</p><p>• Partner with business leaders and technical teams to uncover automation and agentic AI opportunities that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen operational outcomes.</p><p>• Design end-to-end AI and automation solution approaches using platforms such as Bedrock, Databricks, and other approved enterprise AI environments.</p><p>• Evaluate the existing automation portfolio and determine whether solutions should be retired, redesigned, or rebuilt to align with modern AI capabilities.</p><p>• Lead adoption efforts for tools such as Microsoft 365 Copilot and Claude Enterprise by creating enablement strategies, user education plans, and engagement programs.</p><p>• Establish and grow a network of AI champions across the organization to encourage practical usage, increase confidence, and accelerate business adoption.</p><p>• Monitor program performance through recurring reporting that tracks participation, outcomes, and business value tied to capacity gains, cost impact, and revenue contribution.</p><p>• Research developing trends in AI and automation, assess enterprise applicability, and run structured pilots that inform future roadmap decisions.</p><p>• Guide and mentor AI Solution Analysts by overseeing process assessments and ensuring documentation and design deliverables meet business and audit standards.</p>
<p>We are looking for an Integration Engineer to support enterprise integration and automation efforts across a growing organization. This role works at the intersection of technology and business operations, helping connect platforms, streamline workflows, and improve the reliability of data movement across teams. The position is well suited for someone who thrives in a hands-on environment, can balance several priorities at once, and wants to contribute in a lean, fast-moving setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Create and support connections among internal applications, databases, online commerce systems, and other business-critical platforms to enable dependable information exchange.</p><p>• Develop automated workflows and data movement processes that improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort across departments.</p><p>• Monitor integration performance, investigate failures, and resolve pipeline issues to maintain stable system interoperability.</p><p>• Write and maintain database queries used for reporting, operational analysis, and day-to-day business decision support.</p><p>• Identify the root causes of data inconsistencies and correct upstream issues to strengthen overall data quality.</p><p>• Work closely with IT leaders and cross-functional stakeholders to enhance system connectivity and ensure information is accurate and accessible.</p><p>• Manage multiple integration and automation initiatives simultaneously while adapting to changing business needs in an agile environment</p>
We are looking for an experienced Network Engineer – Enterprise Wireless to support and enhance large-scale wireless environments across facilities in Chicago, Illinois. This Long-term Contract position centers on building secure, dependable, and high-performing connectivity for office, warehouse, distribution, and production settings. The role requires deep hands-on expertise with Cisco wireless platforms, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to partner effectively with internal teams and external vendors.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Own the stability, performance, and day-to-day service quality of enterprise wireless networks across multiple business locations.<br>• Architect, implement, and refine wireless solutions using Cisco Catalyst wireless controllers and access points, Meraki platforms, and Cisco management and assurance tools.<br>• Perform wireless assessments and interpret survey data with tools such as Ekahau or AirMagnet to guide coverage design, channel strategy, capacity planning, and deployment validation.<br>• Investigate RF-related issues, including interference, weak signal conditions, roaming disruptions, and client performance problems, then apply corrective improvements.<br>• Create and maintain wireless design artifacts such as heatmaps, predictive models, technical standards, and configuration documentation for both new and existing sites.<br>• Lead wireless rollout and refresh efforts, including equipment lifecycle upgrades, firmware consistency, and infrastructure standardization.<br>• Track network health through monitoring and assurance platforms, identify trends, and tune the environment to improve reliability and user experience.<br>• Resolve advanced connectivity incidents involving authentication, latency, packet loss, and mobility behavior while acting as a senior escalation point for complex wireless issues.<br>• Establish and uphold wireless security and design standards, including WPA2/WPA3, 802.1X, segmentation, and quality-of-service policies for critical applications.<br>• Contribute to automation and operational efficiency initiatives by using APIs, Python, and Ansible to streamline wireless administration and support processes.
We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer to create modern software solutions that connect data, systems, and business workflows into effective digital products. This role is based in Chicago, Illinois, and offers the opportunity to work closely with engineers, product leaders, and client stakeholders to deliver dependable, user-centered platforms. The ideal candidate enjoys building new capabilities from the ground up, solving unfamiliar technical challenges, and improving systems through thoughtful engineering practices.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and release full-stack software products, including backend services, APIs, user interfaces, dashboards, and data-driven features that support operational decision-making.<br>• Connect external and internal platforms by developing integrations, data flows, and synchronization processes across business and analytical systems.<br>• Create automated workflows that streamline coordination between users, software applications, and operational processes.<br>• Collaborate with product and engineering partners to define technical approaches, strengthen delivery methods, and improve long-term solution quality.<br>• Engage directly with users and client stakeholders to gather requirements, validate concepts, and refine functionality based on practical feedback.<br>• Monitor live applications, troubleshoot issues across the technology stack, and enhance system stability and performance in production environments.<br>• Produce technical documentation, architectural guidance, and transition materials that enable client teams to support and expand delivered solutions.<br>• Establish reusable development patterns, deployment methods, and engineering assets that improve efficiency across future engagements.
We are looking for a skilled Sr. Software Engineer to join a dynamic team within the real estate and property industry. In this contract-to-permanent position, you will play a key role in building and maintaining custom web applications that drive operational efficiency across the organization. This role is based in Chicago, Illinois, and offers a hybrid work environment with three days onsite per week.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, develop, test, and deploy full stack web applications using React and .NET technologies.<br>• Own the architecture, scalability, and maintainability of internal applications to ensure long-term performance.<br>• Build and integrate APIs, connecting front-end, back-end, and database layers seamlessly.<br>• Troubleshoot and enhance existing applications to improve functionality and user experience.<br>• Partner with data engineering and analytics teams to align applications with the organization's data platform.<br>• Write clean, secure, and well-documented code that adheres to industry best practices.<br>• Conduct code reviews and participate in deployment processes to maintain high-quality standards.<br>• Provide production support and resolve technical issues in a timely manner.<br>• Contribute to data-related tasks such as SQL queries, basic data modeling, and collaborating on analytics projects.
We are looking for a Data Engineer to help shape and scale a modern cloud-based data environment in Wood Dale, Illinois. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating reliable data solutions from the ground up and turning disconnected information into trusted reporting assets. You will work closely with business and technical partners to build a strong data foundation that improves visibility, consistency, and decision-making. The role offers a hands-on chance to define standards, streamline data delivery, and support long-term scalability in a collaborative team setting.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create and refine scalable data models and curated datasets within BigQuery to support accurate analysis and reporting.<br>• Build, manage, and optimize ETL workflows and data pipelines that connect information from SaaS applications and other source systems.<br>• Develop reporting-ready data structures and dashboards that provide clear, dependable insights for business users.<br>• Establish data quality practices, documentation standards, and performance metrics to strengthen trust in enterprise reporting.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to translate reporting objectives into well-structured data solutions.<br>• Automate repetitive data tasks through scripting and lightweight engineering approaches using tools such as Python.<br>• Apply governance and maintainability best practices to improve how data is organized, accessed, and supported over time.<br>• Contribute to modernization efforts by helping move data processes away from legacy workflows into scalable cloud-based platforms.
<p>Our client is seeking a <strong>Software Developer / Integration Specialist</strong> with strong experience designing, developing, and supporting enterprise integrations across business systems. This role requires hands-on expertise in <strong>Microsoft Logic Apps</strong>, <strong>EDI</strong>, <strong>C#</strong>, and <strong>T-SQL</strong>. Experience with <strong>Boomi</strong> is highly preferred. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in application integration, data transformation, and system connectivity, with the ability to work closely with technical and business teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Design, develop, implement, and support system integrations using <strong>Microsoft Logic Apps</strong></li><li>Build and maintain integration workflows between internal and external business applications</li><li>Develop and support <strong>EDI</strong> transactions and related mapping, troubleshooting, and partner onboarding</li><li>Write, test, and maintain application code using <strong>C#</strong></li><li>Create and optimize stored procedures, queries, and database objects in <strong>T-SQL</strong></li><li>Troubleshoot integration failures, data issues, and performance bottlenecks across connected systems</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions</li><li>Monitor, document, and enhance existing integration processes for reliability and scalability</li><li>Support deployment, testing, and ongoing maintenance of integration solutions</li><li>Ensure data integrity, security, and compliance across all integrations</li></ul>