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*At Securian Financial the internal position title is Data Science Sr Analyst or Data Science Consultant. The title and salary will be determined based on experience and applied skills.*

Summary

As an Operational Support Data Scientist at Securian Financial, you will bridge advanced analytics and day-to-day business operations by designing, deploying, monitoring, and continuously improving AI-driven solutions that support enterprise processes.

This role focuses on supporting reliable, scalable, and explainable AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency, decision support, customer experience, and risk management across Digital, Marketing, Sales, and Servicing functions.

You will operate at the intersection of data science, MLOps, and the business - ensuring models are maintained, enhanced, monitored, and aligned with Securian's Enterprise Data Strategy Vision and Operating Principles.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

AI Solution Development & Deployment

• Work with business teams to enhance existing solutions to enhance and optimize existing AI/ML solutions.

• Deploy and manage solutions using cloud-native tools (e.g., AWS SageMaker).

Operational Model Support & Optimization

• Monitor model performance, data drift, and operational KPIs.

• Troubleshoot production issues and continuously enhance and optimize models for performance, stability, and cost efficiency.

• Establish measurement frameworks to quantify operational impact of deployed solutions.

Data Engineering & Analytical Execution

• Transform structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data into actionable features and insights.

• Perform exploratory analysis and visualization to identify operational improvement opportunities.

• Collaborate with engineering teams to productionize data solutions.

Stakeholder Engagement & Explainability

• Partner with cross-functional operational stakeholders to understand business workflows and translate them into AI-enabled solutions.

• Communicate complex AI methodologies and results clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.

• Ensure model transparency, explainability, fairness, and ethical AI application in alignment with enterprise governance standards.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience developing, deploying, or supporting production AI/ML models in cloud environments.

• Strong proficiency in Python and experience with tools such as AWS SageMaker and GitHub.

• Experience building operationalized data science solutions (not just prototypes).

• Strong understanding of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and model validation techniques.

• Ability to clearly explain technical concepts, model outputs, and operational trade-offs to stakeholders.

• Strong ethical judgment with a commitment to responsible and unbiased AI development.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of hands-on experience in data science, applied AI, or machine learning.

• Experience supporting AI solutions in operational or production environments.

• Familiarity with MLOps practices, model governance frameworks, and automation tooling.

• Experience working in regulated industries (financial services preferred).

#LI-hybrid **This position will be in a hybrid working arrangement.**

Securian Financial believes in hybrid work as an integral part of our culture. Associates get the benefit of working both virtually and in our offices. If you're in a commutable distance (90 minutes) you'll join us 3 days each week in our offices to collaborate and build relationships. Our policy allows flexibility for the reality of business and personal schedules.

The estimated base pay range for this job is:

Pay may vary depending on job-related factors and individual experience, skills, knowledge, etc. More information on base pay and incentive pay (if applicable) can be discussed with a member of the Securian Financial Talent Acquisition team.

Be you. With us. At Securian Financial, we understand that attracting top talent means offering more than just a job - it means providing a rewarding and fulfilling career. As a valued member of our high-performing team, we want you to connect with your work, your relationships and your community. Enjoy our comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance your professional growth, well-being and work-life balance, including the advantages listed here:

Paid time off:

• We want you to take time off for what matters most to you. Our PTO program provides flexibility for associates to take meaningful time away from work to relax, recharge and spend time doing what's important to them. And Securian Financial rewards associates for their service by providing additional PTO the longer you stay at Securian.

• Leave programs: Securian's flexible leave programs allow time off from work for parental leave, caregiver leave for family members, bereavement and military leave.

• Holidays: Securian provides nine company paid holidays.

Company-funded pension plan and a 401(k) retirement plan: Share in the success of our company. Securian's 401(k) company contribution is tied to our performance up to 10 percent of eligible earnings, with a target of 5 percent. The amount is based on company results compared to goals related to earnings, sales and service.

Health insurance: From the first day of employment, associates and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners and children - are eligible for medical, dental and vision coverage.

Volunteer time: We know the importance of community. Through company-sponsored events, volunteer paid time off, a dollar-for-dollar matching gift program and more, we encourage you to support organizations important to you.

Associate Resource Groups: Build connections, be yourself and develop meaningful relationships at work through associate-led ARGs. Dedicated groups focus on a variety of interests and affinities, including:

• Mental Wellness and Disability

• Pride at Securian Financial

• Securian Young Professionals Network

• Securian Multicultural Network

• Securian Women and Allies Network

• Servicemember Associate Resource Group

For more information regarding Securian's benefits, please review our Benefits page.

This information is not intended to explain all the provisions of coverage available under these plans. In all cases, the plan document dictates coverage and provisions.

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Job Summary:

Our client is seeking a Senior Data Analytics Engineer (Customer Data) to join their team! This position is located in Irving, Texas.

Duties:

• Support cross-functional teams including Marketing, Data Science, Product, and Digital
• Build datasets that power: customer segmentation, personalization workflows, campaign and lifecycle analytics, BI dashboards and KPIs and real-time and ML-driven customer experiences
• Build, optimize, and maintain customer data pipelines using PySpark/Databricks
• Transform raw customer data into analytics‑ready datasets for reporting, segmentation, personalization, and AI/ML applications
• Develop customer behavior metrics, campaign insights, and lifecycle reporting layers
• Design datasets used by Power BI/Tableau; dashboard creation is a plus, not required
• Optimize Databricks performance such as: skewed joins, partitioning, sorting, caching/persist strategy
• Work across AWS/Azure/GCP and integrate pipelines with CDPs
• Participate in ingestion and digestion phases to shape MarTech and BI analytical layers
• Document and uphold data engineering standards, governance, and best practices across teams

Desired Skills/Experience:

• 6+ years in Data Engineering or Analytics Engineering
• Strong hands-on experience with: Databricks, PySpark, Python and SQL
• Proven experience with customer/marketing data: segmentation, personalization, campaign analytics, retention, behavioral metrics
• Ability to design performance‑optimized pipelines; batch or near real-time
• Experience building datasets consumed by Power BI/Tableau
• Understanding of CDP workflows, customer identity data, traits/feature modeling, and activation
• Strong communication skills, translating marketing needs into technical data solutions
• Power BI expertise, major plus
• Experience with Delta Lake, orchestration, or feature engineering for ML
• Background as an Analytics Engineer, BI/Data Modeling Engineer, or Data Engineer with strong analytics orientation

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance Plans
• Employee-Owned Profit Sharing (ESOP)
• 401K offered

The approximate pay range for this position starting at $140,000. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and location. We comply with local wage minimums.

At KellyMitchell, our culture is world class. We’re movers and shakers! We don’t mind a bit of friendly competition, and we reward hard work with unlimited potential for growth. This is an exciting opportunity to join a company known for innovative solutions and unsurpassed customer service. We're passionate about helping companies solve their biggest IT staffing & project solutions challenges. As an employee-owned, women-led organization serving Fortune 500 companies nationwide, we deliver expert service at a moment's notice.

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Join the Team! Is technology your passion? Do you want to work with smart, forward-thinking individuals? Do you want to grow in a career you love? At Align, our professionals are the key to our success.

We dont just hire talent, we invest in exceptional people who are forward-thinking, results-driven, and passionate about what they do.

Were a group of tech-savvy professionals who are motivated by making an impact.

Our culture is one of unbounded opportunity that celebrates the passions, skills and ideas of our teamwork hard, play hard, be smart! We believe great communities lead to great companies.

Thats why we offer a dynamic workplace where you feel inspired, engaged and innovative.

We offer professionals opportunities to train in the leading technologies, make an impact within the industry and acquire valuable new skills whether on client sites or in one of our regional offices.

Position Overview As an Associate Data Center Cabling Superintendent, you will support large-scale cabling installations for major AI and hyperscale data centers across the U.S.

This hybrid role blends field leadership with hands-on work, ideal for someone who has grown beyond a Foreman role but is not yet a full Superintendent.

Youll assist the Superintendent with planning, standards enforcement, and on-site execution while working directly with technicians, contractors, and vendors.

This role is heavily field-facing and requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to help keep teams aligned with project timelines and quality expectations.

This is a full-time salaried role offering $90,000-$115,000, full benefits, project bonuses, paid travel, and advanced training.

This role is open in all hiring-authorized U.S.

states (AZ, AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, IL, IA, MD, MA, MI, MO, NH, NJ, NY, NV, NC, OH, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WI).

Preferred hiring regions: AZ, VA, NJ, NY, and TX.

This position requires 50%-70% travel to project sites nationwide, including AI build locations.

Key Responsibilities Support structured cabling installations in new data center white space and help coordinate daily work for cabling crews under the Superintendent.

Perform on-site QA checks for fiber/copper terminations, labeling, routing, and test results while reinforcing jobsite safety.

Assist with cabling standards, tracking sheets, patch schedules, port maps, and drawing reviews to ensure work meets TIA/BICSI specifications.

Communicate field progress, schedule risks, and material needs to project leadership.

Support documentation, RFIs, change orders, daily reports, and QA/QC corrective actions.

Required Qualifications 2-4 years experience in structured cabling, low-voltage, or fiber optic systems (data center or mission-critical preferred).

Experience leading small cabling crews (foreman or lead technician level).

Ability to read cabling drawings, rack elevations, and labeling standards.

Experience using fiber testing tools (OLTS, OTDR, VFL).

Strong Excel skills for port mapping, tracking, and documentation.

Comfortable working in live data center environments with fast-paced schedules.

Willingness to travel 50-70% and work extended hours during active builds Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting data center cabling deployments.

Understanding of racks, containment systems, and cable pathways.

Familiarity with TIA/EIA or BICSI standards.

Certifications such as BICSI Technician or Installer II.

To support a fair, consistent, and high-quality hiring experience, some interviews may be recorded.

These recordings help our team focus fully on the conversation at hand, rather than note-taking, and allow us to better evaluate and improve our recruitment process.

Recordings are used solely for internal purposes such as training, quality assurance, and process improvement.

Candidates will be informed in advance and asked to provide consent before any recording takes place.

PM26 Align is a premier global provider of technology infrastructure solutions.

Align specializes in designing and deploying technology infrastructure solutions from the data center to the desktop as well as providing managed IT services for clients.

Our professional services team, which includes Data Center Solutions , provide strategic consulting, design, project management, engineering, implementation and support.

Our best-in-class Managed Services team provides IT services and cybersecurity advisory for clients within the Alternative Investment industry.

Align is a Microsoft Tier 1 Cloud Solutions Provider (CSP) and Gold Partner.

Our client centric approach and passion for driving IT innovation has enabled us to provide tailored solutions and business transformations for over three decades.

Leading firms have relied on Align to provide forward-thinking technology strategies that support their current and future business needs.

Our teams have flawless track records of delivering technical solutions and have established long-standing relationships with an impressive client list of both Global 1000 and SMB clients.

We work across a diverse list of industries including financial services, life sciences (pharmaceutical and health care), retail, technology, media and telecommunications.

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Our client is a $28B NY based multi-strategy Hedge Fund currently seeking to add a talented Associate to their Data & Performance Analytics Team. This individual will be working closely with senior managers across finance, investment management, operations, technology, investor services, compliance/legal, and marketing.

Responsibilities

• This role will be responsible for Compiling periodical fund performance analyses
• Review and analyze portfolio performance data, benchmark performance and risk statistics
• Review and make necessary adjustments to client quarterly reports to ensure reports are sent out in a timely manner
• Work with all levels of team members across the organization to help coordinate data feeds for various internal and external databases, in effort to ensure the integrity and consistency of portfolio data reported across client reporting systems
• Apply queries, pivot tables, filters and other tools to analyze data.
• Maintain client relationship management database and providing reports to Directors on a regular basis
• Coordinate submissions of RFPs by working with RFP/Marketing Team and other groups internally to gather information for accurate data and performance analysis
• Identifying opportunities to enhance the strategic reporting platform by gathering and analyzing field feedback and collaborating with partners across the organization
• Provide various ad hoc data research and analysis as needed.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree with at least 2+ years of Financial Services/Private Equity data/client reporting experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel Modeling
• Technical knowledge, data analytics using CRMs (Salesforce), Excel, PowerPoint
• Outstanding communication skills, proven ability to effectively work with all levels of Managment
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dead-line driven dynamic environment
• Innovative and creative thinker
• Must be detail oriented

Exceptions Specialist - Data Entry (Political Campaign Support)

Position Type : Contract

Payrate : $22/hr

Work Location

100% On-site in WestLake Village, CA.

Shifts

1. PM : Mon-Fri: 4 pm – 11:45 pm PST
2. AM : Mon-Fr - 8am - 5pm PST
3. Weekends - 8am - 5pm PST.

Position Summary

In this Exceptions role with Campaign Offices, you are the final line of defense for data accuracy. You will review voter signature packets and data entry to spot issues, connect the dots, and decide the correct next step in processing. This is a fast-paced, detail driven role for someone who enjoys solving puzzles, thinking critically, and using deductive reasoning to get to the right answer.

If you like investigating discrepancies, catching what others miss, and making clear decisions based on criteria, you will do well here.

What You Will Do

• Review and compare entered data against original source materials to identify errors, mismatches, and exceptions
• Apply deductive reasoning to determine what happened, why it happened, and what action should be taken next
• Use proprietary software and established criteria to resolve exceptions and keep work moving efficiently
• Investigate patterns and root causes behind recurring issues and document your findings
• Communicate clear feedback and insights that help prevent future exceptions
• Manage physical and digital materials with accuracy, organization, and urgency
• Work independently while collaborating with the team to hit daily goals and maintain quality standards

What We Are Looking For

• Strong deductive reasoning skills and the ability to make accurate decisions using logic and evidence
• High attention to detail and commitment to getting it right the first time
• Ability to stay focused in a fast-paced environment with repetitive work that requires consistency
• Strong organizational skills and material management
• Clear communication skills and a team-first attitude
• Comfort using software tools for data entry, review, and analysis
• Experience in data entry, quality assurance, compliance, or audit-type work is a plus

Contract Details

• 5-month contract assignment paid on an hourly basis
• Full-time schedule with consistent hours (AM or PM Shifts available)
• Work that directly supports a high-impact, time-sensitive campaign operation

What you get:

• Full-time 40 hours per week

• Health benefits with low premiums

• A chance to support meaningful work with a team that moves fast and values accuracy

Data Center Project Executive

Locations: Atlanta, Georgia | Dallas, TX | Jackson, MS | Lexington, KY | Reno, NV

Overview

My client is a Top 30 ENR contractor and fully integrated design-builder with more than six decades of experience delivering end-to-end solutions across construction, professional services, specialty equipment, and real estate development. They are an industry leader serving major domestic and international clients across high-growth sectors, including mission-critical infrastructure, advanced technology, manufacturing, distribution, and food & beverage.

Driven by a culture rooted in collaboration, accountability, and long-term relationships, the organization continues to expand its Data Center market presence and is seeking a seasoned Project Executive to provide executive-level leadership on large, complex projects.

This is a confidential search for a senior leader capable of overseeing major Hyperscale Data Center developments.

Position Summary

The Project Executive is responsible for the overall management of a single large-scale project ($200M+) or multiple high-complexity projects within the Data Center market. This role carries executive accountability for financial performance, schedule adherence, risk mitigation, client relationships, and team leadership.

The Project Executive serves as the senior operational and client-facing authority for assigned projects and plays a key role in proposal development, execution strategy, and overall project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for one $200MM+ project or multiple large, complex data center projects from preconstruction through final closeout.
• Maintain full P&L accountability, ensuring strong financial performance and profitability.
• Serve as the primary executive contact for clients and key stakeholders.
• Oversee project execution strategy, including budget development, forecasting, cost control, and schedule performance.
• Lead risk management efforts, ensuring contractual compliance and proactive issue resolution.
• Direct procurement strategy for major subcontracts, equipment, and critical materials.
• Ensure alignment across Construction, A/E, MEP Services, and Field Operations teams.
• Drive safety, quality, and operational excellence across all project phases.
• Mentor and develop Senior Project Managers, Project Managers, and project teams.
• Conduct regular site visits to ensure execution aligns with scope, schedule, and performance objectives.

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Minimum 10+ years of related industry experience.
• Minimum 7 consecutive years of profit and loss accountability across multiple projects.
• Minimum 5 years managing all disciplines of design-build or hard bid construction projects.
• Demonstrated success in increasing project profitability.
• Experience managing complex projects involving process or production equipment procurement and/or installation (minimum $2M scope component per project).
• Knowledge of mission-critical facilities, large-scale distribution, manufacturing, and advanced infrastructure environments.
• Experience preparing cost estimates and aggressive project schedules for industrial design-build projects.
• Proven ability to lead multiple large-scale, high-complexity projects.
• Strong financial acumen and ability to interpret complex financial data.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop project staff.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Proficiency in standard business software; familiarity with scheduling and estimating tools preferred.

Compensation & Benefits

• Market-competitive total compensation package commensurate with experience and project scale.
• Vehicle allowance and project-based incentives.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities tied to project and company success.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, retirement plans, and paid time off.

This is a confidential search for a nationally recognized contractor experiencing substantial growth in the mission-critical market. All inquiries will be handled with the highest level of discretion.

If you, or someone in your network, may be a fit for this opportunity, reach out via LinkedIn or email to discuss further in confidence:

We are seeking 20+ qualified candidates for an on-site Data Entry contract role with one of my clients in Westlake Village.

Please send resume to: s

LOCATION & SCHEDULE

• Onsite – Westlake Village

• Monday through Friday: 4:00 PM to 11:45 PM

• Weekend option: Saturday and Sunday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

ROLE OVERVIEW – DATA ENTRY

• Reading from physical documents and entering data into a CRM system

• High-volume, accuracy-driven environment

• Must excel in speed and precision

MUST HAVES

• Local and able to work onsite

• Touch typist

• English as a first language with strong reading and writing skills

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong analytical and deductive reasoning skills

• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy

• Strong organizational and material management skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment

• Proficiency in data entry and data review tools and software

• Previous experience in data entry, quality assurance, or a related role preferred

Mesa, AZ (Onsite – Local Only)

6–12 Month Contract

$90–$100/hr

Video Interviews → Final Onsite

We’re looking for an experienced Technical Program Manager to lead ground‑up and brownfield data center construction for a major enterprise client. This is a hands-on, field‑driven role owning delivery from site prep to commissioning and turnover.

• Lead multi‑phase data center construction projects end‑to‑end
• Drive scheduling, budgeting, risks, and change control
• Manage daily onsite coordination with GCs, trades, cabling + security vendors
• Oversee rack/stack, structured cabling, power/cooling readiness, and equipment logistics
• Support Level 1–5 commissioning and ensure QA/QC across all trades
• Ensure safety, compliance, security systems deployment, and documentation
• Provide clear status updates, dashboards, and executive communication

• 5+ years data center construction or large‑scale infrastructure delivery
• Strong experience across MEP, cabling, security systems, and commissioning
• Proven success taking projects from pre‑con through operations handoff
• Excellent onsite leadership, vendor management, and communication skills
• Bachelor’s in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience

• Hyperscale/cloud data center experience
• Commissioning/IST and Tier‑level reliability experience
• Familiarity with PM tools (Smartsheet, Primavera, MS Project, etc.)
• Experience in prototype or fast‑changing environments

Join a leading pharmaceutical company’s Data Science team, where you’ll drive and lead advanced analytics across Marketing, Sales, and Access. As Associate Director (Or Sr Manager), A HIGH LEVEL INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTOR, you’ll lead strategic initiatives from predictive modeling and personalization to field force optimization, delivering scalable solutions that inform commercial decisions and enhance patient engagement. Deep experience in pharmaceutical marketing analytics is essential to translate brand strategy into actionable insights.

Keywords: MMM, Next Best Action, NLP, Data Science, HCP, GenAI

Location: Onsite 3 days a week in Cambridge, MA

Key Responsibilities

• Lead development and deployment of predictive models, segmentation, NLP, and GenAI tools to solve complex commercial challenges
• Translate pharmaceutical brand objectives into analytics frameworks across marketing, sales, and access
• Design and operationalize Next Best Action strategies to boost omnichannel engagement and HCP ROI
• Build and scale Patient 360 models and targeting algorithms for AI-driven lead generation
• Guide stakeholders through insight activation and integration into workflows
• Champion model governance, experimentation, and analytical rigor
• Collaborate with IT to develop ML Ops environments and productized solutions
• Manage external analytics partners and ensure alignment across data engineering, insights, and compliance

Who You Are

A strategic data scientist with strong business acumen, leadership presence, and deep experience in pharmaceutical marketing analytics. You thrive at the intersection of data and action, delivering measurable impact.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in analytics role within pharmaceutical industry
• Proven experience in pharmaceutical marketing analytics, including brand strategy, HCP engagement, and omnichannel optimization
• Expertise in NBA, MMM, supervised/unsupervised learning, A/B testing, time-series forecasting
• Success in marketing mix modeling, decision engines, and GenAI product design
• Proficient in Python, R, SQL, Snowflake; skilled in Power BI or Tableau
• Familiarity with APLD, PlanTrak, claims, and specialty pharmacy datasets
• Strong communicator with executive presence and cross-functional influence

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