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Overview:

ACS Professional Staffing is looking for an employee to work on-site with our client. This IT Project Manager 3 position provides project and program management support to the Information Technology OT Cyber Security organization. The role works closely with technical teams across Information Technology and Transmission Services to coordinate and facilitate cybersecurity projects from inception through completion. Under the guidance and direction of the Portfolio Manager, this position collaborates with cross functional project teams to develop project plans, coordinate and facilitate project activities, and track progress while delivering detailed status reporting across multiple assigned projects. This full-time position is located in Vancouver, WA.

Pay range: $54.79 - $78.28

Benefits:

• Paid holidays: 11
• PTO: Starting at 10 days
• Sick Leave: Up to 56 hours per year (prorated based on start date)
• EAP: Employee Assistance Program
• Benefit Options Available: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, DCA, LPFSA, HSA, Group Life/AD&D, Voluntary Life/AD&D, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Voluntary Critical Illness, Voluntary Accident, Hospital Indemnity, 401k (immediately eligible for employee and employer contributions - employer match up to 4%)
• Other benefits include the following: Calm App, LifeBalance Discount Program

Responsibilities:

• Provide project management expertise and support and facilitate manager-assigned Cyber Security strategic initiative project or projects, from beginning to end, providing expert guidance on the PMI-based project management methodology, best practices, and internal skill development as requested by and with guidance from the manager, team lead or other personnel with the authority to do so, work will include:
• Coordinate cross functional resource identification and communicate resource needs to the appropriate organization for assignment.
• Forecast appropriate project resources to fulfill project needs, maintaining outyear forecasts for portfolio planning purposes
• Collaborate with business units on resource strategy planning in order to meet portfolio execution goals
• Schedule and facilitate meetings with program stakeholders
• Recommend an overall roadmap of efforts required to achieve program objectives.
• Provide recommendations regarding project expectations, approach, roadmaps, work plans, deliverables, and goals.
• Draft program plans, resource strategies, and funding estimates required to advance each assigned project / defined effort.
• Alert manager of and obtain appropriate authorization for any potential changes to project cost, schedule, or performance.
• Organize, coordinate, and facilitate portfolio of work, and serve as liaison between business and technical aspects of projects, including recommending project stages and assessing business implications for each stage.
• Monitor progress of assigned projects to track timelines, milestones, deadlines, standards, and targets, alerting appropriate manager / personnel of any obstacles / potential delays to project timelines, targets, or success; provide corrective action recommendations.
• Coordinate activities for manager-assigned projects that enable goals or objectives to be accomplished within the prescribed time frame and funding parameters, escalating concerns to appropriate manager / personnel.
• Collaborate with manager and internal stakeholders to facilitate the tasks and activities of project team(s) and to properly understand related business needs, dependencies on other initiatives, and how best to effectively deploy end products.
• Address and navigate issues related to technical and business success in a collaborative and professional manner with manager assistance and guidance.
• Provide background information, technical input, options, and recommendations for program decisions as requested by manager / personnel; work with appropriate parties to facilitate resolution of conflicting positions.
• Issue project/portfolio status reports on a regular or as requested basis.
• Maintain consistent communication with project sponsors, performance managers, and clients on the progress of the project vis-a-vis the work plan.
• Collaborate and work with project sponsors and program Steering Committee to remove obstacles impacting timely project completion.
• Take a proactive stance on project risk management:
• Anticipate and identify potential areas of risk and obtain guidance from appropriate manager or Contracting Officer (CO).
• Track, monitor and facilitate resolution of issues and risks identified within the projects, as well as compliance related dependencies.
• Maintain issue, risk, and/or action logs.
• Develop, draft, and recommend contingency plans to minimize / eliminate risks on an ongoing basis for review and acceptance by appropriate manager / personnel.
• Communicate regularly with executive sponsors, key stakeholders, strategic partners, and managers independently and in team meetings.
• Support and facilitate the following functions:
• Written and verbal sponsor communication.
• Inter-project team communications and coordination.
• Issues and risk management.
• Coordination with IT resources.
• Coordination with the program enterprise architect.
• Sponsor meeting management.
• Support and facilitate the following deliverables:
• Scope Definition and Management.
• Implement Organizational Design and Change Management with respect to a culture resistant to change.
• Process and System Design requirements.
• When necessary, manage the successful transition of a project or program of projects to another project manager including any training, documentation, and meeting coordination required to bring the new PM fully up to speed on all critical aspects of the work and introduce them to executive sponsors and key stakeholders.
• Coordinate and assist management with transitions of identified project resources as needed. This may include gathering information from departing/transitioning resources to identify subject matter expertise, documenting workloads, identifying training requirements to facilitate smooth transitions.
• Mark documents and maintain filing system(s), files, emails, and records in accordance with compliance requirements. Share and disperse documents only to appropriate personnel (those with a Lawful Government Purpose (LGP) to know). Mark and maintain all official records in accordance with the Information Security (INFOSEC) and Information Governance & Lifecycle Management (IGLM) standards and procedures. Validate official records are accurately maintained for auditing purposes.

Requirements:

• A bachelor’s degree in business administration, computer science, information technology, engineering, or a related technical discipline is preferred.
• 10 years of experience is required with an applicable bachelor’s degree.
• 14 years of direct work experience is required without a degree or a non-applicable bachelor’s degree.
• Experience must include project management of full lifecycle OT/IT Software, OT/IT Hardware, Data Integration, Telecom and/or Network Infrastructure related projects, developing technical specifications and project plans for medium-to large-sized projects. Service Desk or Operations and Maintenance (O&M) experience will not meet project experience requirements.
• Note: Level 3 is typically responsible for medium – to large -sized projects (25M and higher lifecycle cost). “Typically,” as it refers to project size is determined by an average of the worker’s assigned projects and includes the complexity, visibility, and sensitivity of the projects within the past year and is not based on a single project-funding amount.
• Advanced skills with MS Project to include fundamental operation, function, and workflow of MS Project regarding timelines, dependencies, project expectations, milestones, and resources.
• Demonstrated ability to manage OT/IT Software, OT/IT Hardware, Data Integration, Telecom and/or Network Infrastructure projects, and/or Applications Integrations projects in accordance with industry project management principles.
• Expert at supporting the full lifecycle of projects through the IT Systems Development Lifecycle.
• Expert at eliciting information from stakeholders, documenting and communicating, including via Project Plans, Functional & Technical Specifications, Schedules, Resource Plans, Budgets, and Presentations.
• Demonstrated experience with expert-level communication and customer service skills to advance assigned project(s) forward in a large agency environment with multiple stakeholders.
• Experience delivering projects with Cyber security and/or compliance requirements (ex: NERC-CIP, FISMA and NIST).
• IT project and program management experience within an Information Technology or Operational Technology environment
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall methodologies.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License is required.

Work sponsorship is not available at this time. Third-party candidates will not be considered for this position.

Because we are a federal government contractor, we have special restrictions placed on us for hiring foreign nationals into certain key positions within the company. This particular position requires U.S. citizenship.

ACS Professional Staffing will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to the applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.

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Position Title: Production Manager

Reports To: Plant Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Can you make the AGC Difference? AGC Heat Transfer, Inc. is looking for a dynamic manufacturing Production Manager to support the company's mission to provide reliable, innovative plate heat exchanger products, solutions and services that surpass expectations of food manufacturers.

Brief Company Description

AGC Heat Transfer, Inc., is the leading OEM of sanitary plate heat exchangers in North America, manufacturing plate heat exchangers specifically designed for sanitary applications. AGC offers complete heat exchangers, services as well as upgrades to plate packs, gaskets and spares that fit multiple brands. In addition, AGC offers Field Leak Testing and inspections of plate heat exchangers that meet the 3-A sanitary standard.

AGC Heat Transfer consists of four manufacturing/service facilities (Bristow, VA, Fairview, OR, Pleasant Prairie, WI & Fort Worth, TX) with about 125 employees (78 OR / 20 VA / 28 other locations). AGC Heat Transfer has a strong engineering culture with a heavy emphasis on customer service and technical/consultative sales.

Job Description

The Production Manager assists the Plant Manager by coordinating the activities of employees within the production facility. The Production Manager will oversee the daily plant operations of the Fairview plant, including training and mentoring of plant supervisors as well as coordinate activities internal to the plant and outside the organization (suppliers and customers) to meet production requirements.

This role utilizes knowledge of equipment, policies, procedures and specifications to maintain production schedules and ensures that the team adheres to all standards and performance requirements including quality, delivery, and above all safety.

Position Responsibilities

The Production Manager will perform the following duties and other special projects as required:

• Coordinate and support the daily work schedule of the plant
• Develop processes and performance standards for the supervisor team
• Define KPIs (Key Performance Indicators) for each department
• Work and align all plant departments within the company’s (both production and support) overall business goals.
• Close competence gaps by training/ coaching and using Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) and Job Instructions (JIB’s).
• Generate required quality documentation.
• Control of quality, deviations, and productivity together with Plant Manager.
• Focus on waste elimination and process improvements.
• Drive meetings with department supervisors.
• Develop and maintain production schedules for the plant operation to meet lead times.
• Lead problem solving exercises when issues arise within production.
• Facilitate reviews and job development of plant supervisors.
• Would fill in for Plant manager duties when out of plant.
• Other specifically assigned tasks where needed by the Company.
• All other duties assigned.

Key Competencies

• High Integrity with a commitment to honesty, trust and transparency.
• Displays Care embracing the highest standards to ensure resource efficiency for the well-being of team members and responsibility to the environment.
• Innovative and curious promoting diversity of thought while understanding the needs of the customer leveraging cutting-edge technology utilizing state-of-the-art processes.
• Committed to Excellence through perseverance, GRIT and a focus on continuous improvement consistently delivering quality equipment, parts and service of unmatched value.
• Execution while focusing on quality, safety and Teamwork delivering results motivated by a diverse and inclusive culture based on accountability, customer/employee satisfaction, creative solutions, and constant communication.
• Enthuses others and facilitates successful Goal accomplishment by promoting a clear sense of purpose, inspiring a positive attitude to work, and arousing a strong desire to succeed among team members.
• Provides team with clear directions, organizes resources and Leads others towards successful task accomplishment.

Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2-3 years of supervisor experience required
• General knowledge of KPI development
• Prior plant production scheduling would be a plus.
• Prior team building, coaching, mentoring and performance development experience required
• Able to use Lean Production best practices (5S, Waste reduction, etc.) to drive continuous improvement.
• Experience with production/manufacturing in area of responsibility
• Knowledge of SOP’s and processes with Computer skills including Microsoft

Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to stand, walk and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
• Use of hands and arms to operate computers, review documents and interact with production equipment controls.
• Ability to see, hear, and communicate effectively to monitor production activities, provide instructions and ensure safety compliance.
• Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling or reaching to observe equipment, review workstations or participate in process improvement activities.

Job Type

• Full Time, Exempt

Wage

$90,000 - $100,000 annually

Benefits

• Health Insurance with Health Savings Account (if eligible)
• Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life/Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Project Coordinator North of Vancouver, WA $60,000 to $80,000 + Bonus + Benefits

We are partnering with a well-established general contractor headquartered just north of Vancouver, WA on a newly created Project Coordinator role.

This company has been operating for decades, delivers projects nationwide, and maintains a strong backlog across federal, municipal, and private sector clients. If you are early in your construction career or have 2 to 3 years of experience and want exposure to complex federal and industrial projects, this is a strong launchpad.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Privately held, stable contractor with a market leading reputation
• Nationwide project portfolio including federal and regulated environments
• Design-build and design-bid-build delivery
• Industrial services, facility upgrades, and specialized construction
• Strong safety culture and investment in employee development
• Real advancement path
• This is not a paper-pushing admin role. You will be embedded in active projects.

What You Will Be Doing

This role supports Project Managers and Superintendents through project startup and closeout, primarily on federal and regulated projects.

Key responsibilities:

• Track new contracts and awards through startup
• Develop and manage submittal logs
• Coordinate bonds and Certificates of Insurance
• Prepare administrative project documents including:
• Site Specific Safety & Health Plans, Construction Quality Control Plans, Environmental Protection Plans, Project Management Plans
• Manage closeout documentation including warranties and as-builts
• Prepare and transmit subcontracts
• Coordinate internally with PMs, Superintendents, and field teams
• Help improve company procedures and documentation systems

Ideal Background We are open to:

• Construction Management or Engineering graduates
• Candidates with relevant internships
• 2 to 3 years of Project Coordinator or Project Administrator experience with a similar Construction Company

Preferred experience:

• Exposure to federal projects, ideally DoD
• Experience with construction submittals
• Subcontract administration
• Ability to read drawings and specifications

Compensation & Benefits

$60,000 to $80,000 depending on experience • 401k • Medical, Dental, Vision • PTO • Long-term growth potential

If you are looking to build your construction career with a stable contractor doing meaningful, complex work, this is worth a conversation. I look forward to connecting soon.

Surya

Make a Difference: VA Diagnostic Imaging Technologists (MRI, X-Ray, Ultrasound) – Portland, OR & Vancouver, WA

Ready to bring your professional skills to those who served our country? Kelly Government Solutions, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, is seeking experienced MRI, X-Ray, and Ultrasound Technologists for locum assignments at the VA Portland Health Care System (Portland, OR & Vancouver, WA).

Available Opportunities

• MRI Technologist (ARRT Certified)
• Radiology (X-Ray) Technologist (ARRT Certified)
• Ultrasound (US) Technologist (ARDMS Certified)

Rate: $41.85-$49.21/hr + $5.09 H&W - rolled into hourly (up to) when not taking health benefits.

What to Expect

• Location: Portland, OR & Vancouver, WA—Premier VA Medical Campuses

Shifts: 8, 9, or 10 hours (varies by need)

• 8-hour shifts, 5 days/week
• 9-hour shifts, rotating 4 or 5 days/week
• 10-hour shifts, 4 days/week
• Rotating weekends and holiday coverage required.
• On-call/overtime opportunities for emergencies.
• Assignments: Minimum of 2 days (16 hours) with the potential for extension

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver advanced and routine diagnostic imaging following VA and ARRT/ARDMS protocols
• Prepare, position, and educate patients for exams; ensure safety and comfort at all times
• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot cutting-edge imaging equipment
• Accurately document procedures and manage patient records in electronic health systems
• Uphold rigorous infection control and patient safety standards
• Participate in on-call rotations and support emergency imaging needs
• Maintain professionalism and empathetic communication in a multidisciplinary team

Role Highlights

MRI Technologists: Operate advanced MRI, follow detailed radiologist protocols, and support specialized imaging needs.

X-Ray Technologists: Deliver a wide range of radiologic procedures (routine to complex), both in-suite and portable; ensure image quality and radiation safety.

Ultrasound Technologists: Conduct standard and specialized ultrasounds, including biopsies; prioritize emergency cases, ensure quality and accuracy, and provide on-call coverage.

Physical & Occupational Requirements

• Regular standing, walking (up to 8 hours), lifting/moving up to 50–100 lbs
• Must have manual dexterity, emotional stability, and color vision
• May encounter infectious diseases and diverse patient needs—PPE and safety protocols provided

Qualifications

• MRI & X-Ray: ARRT certification in your discipline; 2+ years’ hospital experience, with recent (last 6 months) relevant work
• Ultrasound: ARDMS with at least two specialties (e.g., RVT, OB/GYN); 3+ years’ recent hospital experience
• All positions require BCLS (Basic Life Support), health clearance (including PPD, vaccinations), and professional liability insurance
• Must be able and willing to commit to at least a 6-month assignment
• Drug screen and background check required

Why Kelly Government Solutions?

• Weekly pay
• Dedicated recruiter support
• National reach with opportunities for ongoing assignments
• Be part of a VA team making a direct difference in Veterans’ lives

How to Apply

Submit your resume and salary requirements ASAP

• Have questions? Contact us for more details or to inquire about alternative openings nationwide.

Serve with pride. Grow your career. Apply today!

Service Desk Lead

Fairview, OR - Onsite

Hours: 5:30AM-2PM M-F

Role Overview

This position is responsible for providing daily technical assistance to employees throughout North America, serving as a bridge between the technology group and other areas of the organization. The main goal is to deliver excellent support for users, drive improvements, foster engagement across departments, and ensure technology initiatives are in line with organizational objectives.

Support duties cover hardware setup, software configuration, and user account tasks. Assistance with key business software (including specialized tools and various online platforms) is also required.

Acting as a point of contact between tech teams and other business units, this individual reviews support patterns, suggests enhancements, and encourages a reliable, customer-focused technology environment.

Key Responsibilities

System Oversight (30%)

• Maintain the platform for technical support requests, handling queue coordination, access control, uptime, and user interactions to provide outstanding IT support throughout the organization.
• Oversee internal collaboration, knowledge bases, and training tools related to technology.
• Ensure integration with other company software and systems.
• Maintain and monitor IT equipment and asset records.

Operational Support (30%)

• Deliver consistent, high-quality assistance to both local and remote team members.
• Develop clear guidelines for communication with staff and stakeholders.
• Address support requests and resolve incidents in accordance with organizational standards, working alongside other groups if necessary.
• Manage escalated issues and oversee workplace technology resources, licenses, and user records.
• Help develop and update documentation of available IT services.
• Follow industry best practices, organizational policies, and security protocols.

Reporting & Analysis (20%)

• Set up and maintain metrics and reporting methods for the helpdesk.
• Share regular updates on technical support performance, satisfaction levels, and issues with relevant parties.
• Track and analyze patterns in incidents and apply approaches to refine processes and boost efficiency.

Quality & Improvement (10%)

• Strive to ensure support is dependable and rooted in strong service principles.
• Spot areas for improved solutions, either by automating workflows or streamlining procedures.
• Document troubleshooting steps, educate colleagues as needed, and stay up-to-date on industry trends.

Leadership Support (10%)

• Assist with meetings, planning, budgeting, and resource allocation for the leadership team.
• Work with external vendors to enhance performance and participate in tech-related projects.

Requirements

Success in this role requires the ability to perform duties efficiently and safely while reflecting company values. Reasonable support is available for individuals needing accommodations.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline or equivalent training/certification.
• At least three years’ experience in hands-on support or technical helpdesk roles within a structured environment.
• Industry certifications are preferred (e.g., Microsoft, CompTIA).
• Familiarity with ITIL concepts and practical experience in following these standards.
• Strong communication skills, both in writing and verbally, and confidence when working with users of different experience levels.
• Skills in Microsoft environments, office productivity platforms, networking basics, and core business software.
• Knowledge of analytical tools for reporting, dashboards, and measuring support effectiveness.
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical abilities.
• Ability to research and resolve challenging technical problems.
• Quick to learn and adjust as technology and business needs change.
• Comfortable juggling multiple priorities, working independently, or within a team.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and customer service quality.

Work Environment

Work is mainly done in a comfortable, indoor office setting, with occasional visits to areas outside the office that may not be climate-controlled.

This is a full-time, on-site role, generally scheduled during regular business hours. Occasional overtime, evenings, weekends, or longer shifts may be requested to meet operational needs.

Travel to other workplaces in North America is rare but may be requested, requiring flexibility for both air and road journeys.

There may be times when deadlines are tight and priorities conflict; support from on-site leadership is offered, and situations should be managed professionally to meet objectives and maintain high standards of service.

*At Securian Financial the internal position title is Infrastructure Dir."

Mission

"To lead the engineering discipline that ensures Securian's technology platforms and cloud services are built and operated with uncompromising resilience, performance, and quality. This role drives the design and automation of fault-tolerant, high-availability architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP-ensuring the enterprise meets resiliency, scalability, and efficiency expectations at every layer of technology."

Positioning

The Director of Resilience Engineering and Quality Leader is both a strategic peer and technical counterpart to the Infrastructure & Reliability Engineering Leader.

This role provides bench depth and succession coverage for REO's most technically complex domains while driving innovation in reliability, resilience, and performance practices.

• Strategic influence: Shapes cloud reliability, quality engineering, and resilience strategy across REO and Architecture domains.

• Operational authority: Leads Sr. Managers and Managers who own the execution of quality, resilience, and performance engineering capabilities.

• Enterprise collaboration: Works hand-in-hand with Technology, Solution, Business, Data, and Enterprise Architects to embed reliability and resilience as core architecture principles.

Scope of Accountability

Resilience Engineering & Cloud Reliability

• Architect and validate fault-tolerant, regionally resilient architectures across AWS, Azure, and GCP.

• Own resilience automation, chaos testing, and IaC-based recovery validation.

• Lead cross-cloud reliability design reviews and failure-mode analyses for critical systems.

Quality Engineering & Continuous Testing

• Define enterprise-wide quality engineering strategy integrated into CI/CD pipelines.

• Drive automation-first testing (functional, non-functional, performance, resilience).

• Embed observability-driven quality validation and contract testing across services.

Performance, Capacity & Efficiency Engineering

• Oversee predictive capacity planning, scaling automation, and cost/efficiency optimization (FinOps/GreenOps).

• Partner with Platform & Infrastructure teams to tune performance across application and platform layers.

• Measure and report on performance SLIs/SLAs aligned to REO's Reliability Metrics framework.

Cross-Domain Architecture Collaboration

• Partner with Enterprise Architects to codify resilience and reliability standards in technology blueprints.

• Collaborate with Technology & Solution Architects to design service reliability into delivery architectures.

• Engage Data Architects for data resilience, replication, and pipeline reliability.

• Work with Business Architects to align technical reliability goals with critical business outcomes.

Leadership & Talent Development

• Lead a team of Sr. Managers and Managers, fostering a high-performance, hands-on engineering culture.

• Build and mentor top-tier technical talent in cloud reliability, resilience, and quality automation.

• Partner with HR and REO Enablement to develop succession plans and technical competency frameworks.

Core Technical Competencies

• AWS (primary) - Multi-account design, HA architecture, region failover, resilience automation, Terraform/CDK/CloudFormation.

• Azure & GCP (secondary) - Compute, networking, and reliability constructs; hybrid cloud design and failover integration.

• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) - Deep proficiency in Terraform, policy-as-code (OPA/Conftest), drift detection, pipeline integration.

• Reliability & Chaos Engineering - AWS Fault Injection Simulator, Gremlin, steady-state hypothesis design.

• Observability & Quality Automation - OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, CloudWatch, K6, Gatling; CI/CD quality gates and dashboards.

• Performance Engineering - Load, stress, and soak testing automation; performance profiling and SLO alignment.

• Disaster Recovery Automation - Cross-region orchestration, IaC-driven DR runs, replication validation.

• FinOps/GreenOps - Cloud cost and efficiency automation, carbon-aware scaling policies.

Leadership Competencies

• Strategic Technical Leadership: Operates at the intersection of deep engineering and executive strategy.

• Multi-Domain Collaborator: Integrates reliability and resilience across architecture, operations, and business domains.

• Talent Multiplier: Develops and empowers senior managers, fostering engineering mastery and innovation.

• Credible Technical Authority: Trusted peer to Infrastructure & Reliability Engineering; capable of leading architecture reviews and executive briefings.

• Change Champion: Drives transformation of reliability practices across platforms, pipelines, and teams.

Qualifications & Experience

• 12+ years in cloud engineering, reliability, or platform leadership roles.

• 5+ years leading Sr. Managers/Managers in technical domains.

• Proven expertise across AWS, with working knowledge of Azure and GCP.

• Experience with multi-cloud governance, DR design, IaC at scale, and reliability automation.

• Strong understanding of observability, SRE principles, and REO/ITIL-aligned reliability frameworks.

• Certifications:

  • Required: AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional

  • Preferred: AWS DevOps Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect

Success Metrics

• 99.9% availability maintained for Tier-1 workloads.

• 100% coverage of DR automation for Tier-1 services.

• 25% annual increase in automated quality/test coverage.

• 15% annual improvement in resource efficiency and cost performance.

• Documented resilience participation across all enterprise architecture blueprints.

• Positive "technical peer readiness" and succession rating from Head of REO.

Summary Value Proposition

This Director role blends deep AWS reliability engineering expertise, multi-cloud technical breadth, and leadership scale.

It ensures REO maintains both technical depth and leadership redundancy, and it strengthens the bridge between engineering execution and enterprise architecture alignment.

#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.

Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at , by telephone (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).

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*At Securian Financial the internal position title isEngineering Senior Analyst or Engineering Consultant. The title and salary will be determined based on experience and applied skills.*

Position Summary:

Are you a hands-on engineer who enjoys designing, building, and supporting modern communication platforms? Do you like solving complex problems and working with teams that move quickly from idea to delivery? This role offers the opportunity to make an immediate impact.

As a member of the Telephony and Contact Center Technologies team, you will design, engineer, implement, and support Securian's enterprise telephony and contact center platforms. This role is focused on delivering secure, scalable, cloud-first communication solutions using RingCentral, NiCE CXone, and Cyara.

You will work closely with Contact Center Operations, Agile delivery teams, and technology partners to continuously improve customer and associate experiences across the enterprise.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Design, engineer, implement, and support enterprise UCaaS and CCaaS platforms

• Provide daily operational support for cloud-based telephony, unified communications, SIP services, and IVR solutions

Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience engineering and supporting cloud-based telephony or contact center platforms

• Strong understanding of VoIP technologies, SIP, and call routing concepts

• RingCentral and RingCentral Contact Center engineering

• NiCE inContact / CXone administration and development

• Cyara or similar modern telephony orchestration platforms

• Experience designing and supporting UCaaS and CCaaS (including IVRs and contact center workflows) solutions in large enterprise environments

• Solid knowledge of networking concepts related to real-time communications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supporting remote contact center agents

• REST API integrations and automation

• Scripting using PowerShell or Python

• Workforce management, call recording, or speech technologies

• PSTN carrier and phone number lifecycle management

This role plays a critical part in modernizing Securian's communication platforms and ensuring reliable, scalable experiences for customers and associates. You will have the opportunity to influence technical direction and deliver compelling solutions that matter.

#LI-Hybrid**This position willhave 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. Ifyou'reina commutable distance (90 minutes)you'lljoin 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.

Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at , by telephone (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).

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*Securian Financial the internal position title is Engineering Sr Analyst or Engineering Consultant. Title and salary will be determined based on applied skills.*

Position Summary:

Join theEnterprise Partner Solutions (EPS)team as aLicensing and Compensation Engineer, where you'll drive innovation in partner experience using cutting-edge SAP technologies. This team envisions a future where every financial producer is empowered from day one through intuitive, reliable, and scalable technology. Our engineering team is committed to transforming the producer experience by delivering back-end systems that simplify onboarding, ensure compliance in licensing, and guarantee timely and accurate compensation. We strive to be the trusted backbone of producer operations, enabling our company to grow with confidence and integrity. If you're passionate about engineering solutions that make a measurable impact, this is your opportunity to shape the future of partner engagement at scale.

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Support and maintain SAP technologies related to partner compensation and licensing, including APM (ICM), ALM, OK2, and Advanced Workflow.

• Perform analysis, design, development, and integration on medium to high level complexity assignments.

• Develop and support automation capabilities through webservices and APIs.

• Troubleshoot and resolve incidents across the licensing and compensation platform, including integrations with internal and external systems.

• Collaborate with product analysts, quality engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver enhancements and ensure platform stability.

• Analyze job failures, support tickets, and backlog stories to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.

• Participate in Agile ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning, story refinement, and retrospectives.

• Document technical processes and contribute to knowledge sharing across the EPS team.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.

• 3+ years of experience supporting SAP technologies, preferably in compensation or licensing domains.

• Familiarity with SAP ICM/APM and ALM modules.

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally.

• Experience with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• SAP Certification in relevant Modules

• Development Languages: Java, Groovy, SQL, Git, IntelliJ, webservices

• Understanding of compensation payment structures for agents and familiarity with licensing and regulatory compliance frameworks governing producer eligibility to sell products.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Commitment to continuous learning and process improvement.

#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.

Securian Financial Group, Inc. does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, veteran status, status in regard to public assistance or any other protected status. If you are a job seeker with a disability and require an accommodation to apply for one of our jobs, please contact us by email at , by telephone (voice), or 711 (Relay/TTY).

To view our privacy statement click here

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Applied AI Engineer

Compensation:

• Up to $150,000 base salary (direct hire w2 only, no c2c, no 1099), (flexibility on base salary for exceptional experience)

Location:

• Hybrid / Onsite - Greater Kansas City Metro Area
• 3 days per week onsite, 2 days remote
• Candidates must currently reside in the KC metro area or be willing to relocate within a reasonable timeframe
• Fully remote candidates cannot be considered

Work Authorization:

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• No current or future visa sponsorship available

Engagement Type:

• Full time, direct hire only
• No third-party agencies, consulting firms, C2C, or 1099 arrangements

About the Opportunity

Vaco Highspring is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a global enterprise organization with a strong technology footprint, including a proprietary SaaS platform and a technology?enabled services business.

The organization is making a focused investment in artificial intelligence to improve internal efficiency, modernize workflows, and embed intelligent capabilities into its software platform. This role offers meaningful ownership and visibility, with a mandate to build and deploy AI systems that have real, production level impact.

The Role

As an Applied AI Engineer, you will play a key role in integrating AI across internal systems and a customer facing SaaS platform. You will work hands on with large language models (LLMs) and modern AI tooling to automate processes, build internal tools, and deliver intelligent product features.

This is a production focused role operating at the intersection of engineering, product, and business operations, with close collaboration across teams in a hybrid/onsite environment. (3-days per week onsite in Greater Kansas City Metro Area, 2-days remote work.)

Key Responsibilities

• Design and build scalable AI powered services and tools to streamline internal workflows across multiple teams (e.g., operations, content, sales, support).
• Develop and deliver intelligent features within a proprietary SaaS platform.
• Integrate, manage, and optimize multiple LLMs and AI APIs (e.g., OpenAI style, Anthropic style, or comparable providers).
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to other engineers, including guidance on architecture, best practices, and performance.
• Build and maintain backend systems and APIs that support AI functionality across products and services.
• Design infrastructure for model serving, orchestration, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
• Implement fallback strategies, model routing, and cost performance optimization.
• Partner cross functionally with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to identify high impact AI opportunities.
• Apply best practices related to data privacy, security, compliance, and responsible AI use.
• Stay current with advancements in AI, LLMs, and MLOps, introducing new approaches where appropriate.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of engineering experience with multiple years of experience in a production environment deploying AI/ML applications or infrastructure.
• Proven experience applying LLMs or similar AI models to real business or product challenges.
• Strong backend engineering skills (Python and/or TypeScript preferred).
• Experience with AI/ML orchestration and deployment tools (e.g., LangGraph style frameworks, Airflow like systems, Kubeflow, Ray, or workflow automation tools).
• Hands on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Front end development experience in areas like React, Node.js, Web Development, front end web product design
• Solid understanding of MLOps practices, including deployment, monitoring, logging, and evaluation.
• Knowledge of data privacy, security, and ethical AI considerations.
• Experience supporting SaaS platforms or technology driven products is a plus.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical and non-technical teams.
• Passion for applying AI in practical, high impact ways.

Why This Role

• High visibility and ownership of AI initiatives
• Opportunity to build AI systems that directly impact business outcomes
• Emphasis on production grade systems, not experimentation alone
• Collaborative, hybrid environment with close access to stakeholders

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.