STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS HAS AN OPENING!

Job Title: Sr. Lead Procurement Specialist

Location , Charlotte, NC  (4 days in office and 1 remote day)

Duration 12 months

Role Type: W2 Contract Engagement-No C2C

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and issue Request for Proposals (RFPs), evaluate proposals with internal stakeholders and lead contractual negotiations with suppliers
• Negotiate information technology agreements and support contract renewals (e.g., licensing, infrastructure, networking, and telecom agreements)
• Develop sourcing strategies that maximize value and mitigate risks to the company and its clients
• Work with IT functional leaders to discuss and establish strategic procurement initiatives
• Safeguard, and ensure adherence to, all company procurement processes and policies
• Convert purchase requisitions to purchase orders, as needed
• Own the supplier relationships to include developing, maintaining and fostering the partnerships for continuous improvement and effective performance management
• Assist in other day-to-day Procurement tasks as required

Required/ Basic Requirements:

• Senior Procurement Specialist Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Supply-Chain, Business Administration or related field + 5 years’ work experience OR
• Associates degree in IT, Supply-Chain, Business Administration or related field + 7 years’ work experience OR
• HS/GED + 9 years’ work experience

Lead Procurement Specialist Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Supply-Chain, Business Administration or related field + 7 years’ work experience OR
• Associates degree in IT, Supply-Chain, Business Administration or related field + 9 years’ work experience OR
• HS/GED + 11 years’ work experience

Qualifications:

• Strong negotiation skills & working knowledge of IT sourcing and contracting techniques, with a proven track record in IT procurement
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong ability to deal with ambiguity, conflict resolution and adapt to change
• Understanding of, and experience with, legal terms and conditions and experience negotiating information technology terms and agreements such as End User License Agreements (EULA), Saas/cloud agreements, Support and Maintenance Agreements, Service Level Agreements, Telecom agreements, Managed Services contracts, and more.
• Thorough understanding of full-cycle procure to pay process & previous experience using an ERP system
• Working knowledge in all Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, Word and Outlook
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work independently within a team environment
• Positive, proactive approach to enhancing procurement methods and company practices
• Excellent written and oral communication skills

 

 

STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS (S3) HAS AN OPENING!

Strategic Staffing Solutions is currently looking for a Genesys Developer for one of its clients!!

Candidates should be willing to work on our W2 ONLY.

Top Skills:

• Extensive experience with Genesys cloud platform and contact center operations
• 5+ years of software development experience
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Genesys certification is required.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled candidate to manage our Genesys cloud platform for our contact center operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring reliable 24/7 operations while exploring innovative solutions to enhance our contact center efficiency. A desired qualification is IT admin and managing experience with Aspect/Alvaria workforce management systems and/or Intradiem.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain the Genesys cloud platform to ensure seamless contact center operations
• Architect, design and integrate internally AI-developed apps with the Genesys Cloud platform via API
• Collaborate with internal teammates and external teams, including vendors, to troubleshoot and resolve issues
• Develop comprehensive technical job aids to support team members and improve operational efficiency
• Identify and implement technological efficiencies to optimize contact center performance
• Communicate changes and updates to IT leaders and business partners effectively
• Plan and execute deployments of new features and updates to the Genesys cloud platform
• Support business partners in developing a strategic roadmap for contact center technology
• Ensure 24/7 reliability of the contact center platform

Qualifications:

• Extensive experience with Genesys cloud platform and contact center operations
• 5+ years of software development experience
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Experience in developing technical documentation and job aids
• Knowledge of contact center technologies and industry best practices
• Familiarity with project management methodologies
• Desired Education: Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Desired qualifications:

Desired qualification: IT admin and managing experience with Aspect/Alvaria workforce management systems and/or Intradiem.

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining and improving our contact center operations, driving innovation, and ensuring seamless communication between IT and business partners. If you are passionate about leveraging technology to enhance customer service operations and thrive in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

 

“Beware of scams. S3 never asks for money during its onboarding process.”

 

 

 

Product Manager

Location:  Charlotte, NC
Duration:  12 Month Contract
Pay:  $62/hr W2 ONLY

Responsibilities:

• Manage and prioritize the product backlog to ensure timely delivery of features.
• Translate requirements into clear, detailed user stories and acceptance criteria.
• Define test cases, review results, and provide sign-off for feature readiness.
• Promote a testing mindset across the team, ensuring quality standards are met.
• Partner with the ScrumMaster to remove impediments and keep sprints on track.
• Lead team meetings as needed to clarify requirements, review progress, and resolve issues.
• Coordinate with engineering and content teams to clarify requirements and support implementation.
• Monitor progress against sprint goals and communicate updates to stakeholders.
•  Support release planning and ensure readiness for deployment.
• Oversee testing coordination, including test plans and defect tracking, to maintain high-quality deliverables.

Skills: 

• Complex Problem – Solving 
• Ability to write clear and precise user requirements for business metrics, datasets, and dashboards 
• Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) 
• Agile Methodologies 
• Professional Business Requirements & Test Strategy 

STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS HAS AN OPENING!

Job Title: Global Travel Risk Specialist
Location Charlotte, NC  ** On-Site and some remote
Duration 18 months
Role Type: W2 Contract Engagement-No C2C

Scheduling Requirement

Candidates must specify on their résumé which coverage window they are available for.
Two staggered shift groups:

• 7:00am–3:00pm or 8:00am–4:00pm ET, OR
• 10:00am–6:00pm or 11:00am–7:00pm ET

Hours may flex based on business volumes, major incidents, or crisis response needs.

About the Role

Seeking Travel Risk Specialists to support the Global Travel Risk Program within Corporate Security’s Intelligence & Risk Analysis (CSIRA) team. This team oversees safe and secure international business travel across 100+ countries.
Specialists review travel itineraries for elevated-risk destinations, ensure compliance with policy, monitor global events using vendor platforms, and communicate risk information to travelers and senior executives.

This role is administrative (~70% reviewing itineraries & communications), yet requires strong decision-making, critical thinking, and professional communication skills. A good entry point for candidates early in global security, international affairs, or intelligence careers.

Responsibilities

• Review travel requests and itineraries for elevated-risk destinations to ensure compliance with all policies and required documentation.
• Contact travelers or delegates to resolve missing, incomplete, or noncompliant items.
• Monitor the Global Travel Risk inbox and respond to inquiries promptly and professionally.
• Use third-party platforms (e.g., Crisis24/Worldcue, Everbridge, ISOS) to monitor incidents worldwide that may affect business travelers.
• Follow established protocols to communicate with travelers and report concerns to key stakeholders and incident management teams.
• Accurately document actions taken in alignment with procedures and audit requirements.
• Support crisis management operations during major incidents (may require working outside normal hours).
• Compile and distribute Travel Risk Advisories.
• Support major company events requiring travel risk monitoring.
• Maintain and publish country risk ratings and hotel security assessments.
• Collaborate closely with Global Intelligence partners and Corporate Security teams to share information and document evolving regional risks.

Desired Qualifications

• Strong independent decision-making, with ability to escalate appropriately to senior leaders.
• Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Strong critical thinking and high comfort operating in ambiguous or fast-moving situations.
• Experience supporting global travel, travel risk, international programs, or corporate security.
• Excellent written and verbal communication — especially drafting communications for senior executives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Experience with travel risk platforms:
• Crisis24/Worldcue, Everbridge Travel Protector, International SOS.
• Familiarity with global risk and intelligence vendors:
• Everbridge, Sibylline, Intelligence Fusion, Factal, Crisis24.
• Experience using mass communication / broadcast messaging tools during incidents.
• Background in international affairs, intelligence, corporate security, crisis management, or related fields.
• Flexibility to work outside standard hours during crises or as business needs arise.

Additional information

Role ensures international travelers meet pre-travel safety requirements.

• Specialists validate itineraries, approvals, hotels, and alignment with corporate policies.
• Proactive outreach is required when discrepancies or risks are identified.
• Team monitors global events and performs traveler safety check-ins.
• Must operate independently, apply judgment, and follow structured processes.
• Not a cyber role; meant for security, intelligence, global risk, or crisis-focused profiles.
• Financial services background not required.

Project Manager
Charlotte, NC

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our growing team. This role is responsible for leading client onboarding, maintaining strong client relationships, and ensuring seamless delivery of operational and account services. The ideal candidate has deep experience in investment operations, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate closely with internal teams to resolve complex client issues.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years in Project Management, Strategic Planning, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in Financial Services and matrixed environments.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale programs across multiple business lines.
• Familiarity with Financial Crimes Risk Management (BSA, AML, Sanctions Screening).
• Strong change management and consulting skills.
• Agile methodology experience.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, including executive presence.
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and drive consensus.

Project Manager
Charlotte, NC

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our growing team. This role is responsible for leading client onboarding, maintaining strong client relationships, and ensuring seamless delivery of operational and account services. The ideal candidate has deep experience in investment operations, strong communication skills, and the ability to collaborate closely with internal teams to resolve complex client issues.

Required Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience as a Program Manager or Project Manager in large, complex environments.
• Proven ability to facilitate meetings and manage cross-functional collaboration.
• Strong organizational and communication skills with executive presence.
• Experience in governance, risk, and control frameworks (RCSA, Issue Management, etc.).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under tight timelines.
• Comfortable delivering on people, process, and technology change.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in large financial institutions or regulated environments.
• Familiarity with control management programs and/or best practices.

 

Infrastructure Analyst

Location:  Charlotte NC 28262

Duration: 12 months
Pay:  $45/hr W2 ONLY, NO C2C

 

Top skills:

• ***Experience with NIST security minded approach to their work. 
• NERC CIP data handling is a major plus.
• Scripting (powershell, javascript, SQL, shellscript)
• Experience deploying automated installs
• BigFix
• RPA- specifically Tungsten but also open to other Robotic Process Automation tools
• Microsoft SQL

Description:

Provide enterprise level support of IT infrastructure technologies needed for critical business’ operations applications, such as SCADA Systems and Control Center operations, under regulatory compliance requirements (NERC CIP and TSA) and specific Cybersecurity Standards. These technologies include, but are not limited to automation platforms, workstations, physical and virtual servers, storage, remote access functionality, and a variety of operations and business critical software solutions.  Integrate software to enable usage, support, monitoring, cybersecurity and regulatory compliance of various hardware and software technologies.  Develop and maintain routine work procedures and define standard installation and upgrade methodologies. Responsibilities may include evaluation, acquisition, installation, integration testing, upgrading components and performance monitoring.

 

Serve as a key member for the Automation Data Management and Integration team. Assisting with delivering and managing critical infrastructure using automation. The focus would be on working with each team supporting critical infrastructure to assist them in identifying areas where automation can help them in meeting their own goals.

• 4+ years in systems infrastructure including experience in scripting, building, testing and deploying automated installs
• Experience creating custom scripts to drive software installs, software uninstalls and custom BigFix Tasks/Fixlets
• Familiarity with PowerShell, JavaScript, and shell script
• Experience with Robotic Process Automation tools (Tungsten RPA is what they use, UiPath is fine, Microsoft Power Automate not as preferred due to it being in the cloud)
• Experience with Microsoft SQL Server
• Ability to thoroughly document work processes, communicate, and adhere to written processes.
• Excellent communication (oral and written), interpersonal, organizational, and presentation skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong inter-personal skills (listening, conflict management, approachability, negotiations).
• Able to work cohesively within a team environment, both onsite and remotely.
• Must have the able to work independently without direct onsite supervision.

STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS HAS AN OPENING!

Job Title: Senior Data Engineer

Location Charlotte, NC  ** On-Site and some remote

Duration 12 months

Role Type: W2 Contract Engagement-No C2C

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Data Engineer with deep expertise in AWS Cloud, big data engineering, and AI/ML integration. The ideal candidate has strong programming skills, hands-on experience building large-scale data pipelines, and the ability to work with cloud-native technologies to deliver intelligent data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and optimize scalable data pipelines using AWS Glue, Apache Kafka, AWS Lambda, and Step Functions.
• Develop, enhance, and support data lakes and data warehouses on Amazon S3.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using CloudFormation Templates (CFT).
• Collaborate with Data Scientists and ML Engineers to productionize AI/ML models within data workflows.
• Write clean, reusable, and testable code in Python, SQL, and PySpark.
• Ensure data quality, security, governance, and compliance across platforms.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and improve pipeline performance and reliability.
• Participate in architectural discussions and contribute to cloud best practices and platform strategy.

Required Skills & Experience

• 5+ years of Data Engineering experience with strong AWS focus.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and PySpark.
• Hands-on experience with:
• AWS Glue
• Apache Kafka
• Amazon S3
• AWS Lambda
• AWS Step Functions
• CloudFormation Templates (CFT)
• Strong understanding of AI/ML concepts and experience integrating models into pipelines.
• Experience with CI/CD tools and DevOps practices in cloud environments.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical thinking, and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS certifications (Data Analytics, Solutions Architect, or equivalent).
• Experience with containerization and orchestration: Docker, ECS, Airflow, EMR.
• Knowledge of data governance frameworks and compliance standards.

The Business Intelligence Competency Center (BICC) SAS Administration team is looking for a SAS Administrator familiar with a SAS Grid enabled EBI n-tiered architecture installed in a RHEL / IIS / Windows client/server environment. SAS Viya 3.5 and SAS Viya 4 experience is a plus.

Candidate would maintain existing RHEL scripts and schedules and would be expected to develop new scripts, as required, to support additional needs and to provide SAS consulting assistance to approximately 8000 end users. SAS Grid architecture and installation experience is required.

Support responsibilities include, but are not limited to problem determination, best practices, and coding techniques.

Data sources include a variety of formats including DB2, Oracle, SQL Server, MS Access, MS Excel, Hadoop, Dremio, Starburst as well as ASCII, EBDCIC, and CLI interfaces.

 

Required Skills:

• SAS platform administration (SAS 9.x or Viya).
• Familiarity with UNIX/Linux command line and file systems.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Good communication and ticket-handling skills.
• Ability to follow documented procedures and escalate appropriately.

Preferred Skills

• Exposure to SAS Grid, VA, or Viya environments.
• Experience with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Jira).
• Basic scripting knowledge (Shell, Python, etc.).