• 3 positions at 40 hours each. Schedules run either Sunday – Thursday or Tuesday – Saturday
  •  6:00am – 2:30pm o 2:00pm – 10:30pm o 10:00pm – 6:30am
• Helpdesk position, Tier 1 support. Remedy is the ticking system. Will be opening tickets, tier one support and routing tickets. monitoring the network using provided NMS tools, open CTS tickets, taking phone requests for support, coordinating escalation and following.

Note: Weekends and holidays are required work days.No security clearance is required.

1. Strong interpersonal and communications skills to understand project priorities, set client expectations and exceed expectations. 

2. IBM Security QRadar design and deployment experience for HA environments

SPS is looking for a senior IBM Security Guardium Solution Architect and Deployment Specialist with three plus years of project implementation experience. This should include but not limited to the following functions.

PLAN:

Develop detailed implementation plan including:

• Solution architecture
• Identifying database servers in scope
• Identifying and reviewing customer responsibilities and activities
• Data centres, locations and network considerations   
• Identifying necessary hardware/software prerequisites

INSTALL & CONFIGURE:

Install GIM and S-TAP agents on:

• Db2 LUW database servers
• Oracle database servers
• MS SQL database servers

Install and configure S-TAP agents on z/OS environment including:

• SMP/E installation on one z/OS parallel sysplex
• Configuration on 1 Db2 data sharing with 1 member (Site A)
• Configuration on 1 Db2 data sharing with 4 members (Site B)

Initial installation of the Guardium appliance, which includes:

• Installing the software on physical/virtual appliance
• Initial configuration
• Checking the connection with STAP
• Configuring inspection engine so Guardium can receive wanted data
• Setting up the initial policy so gathered data will be stored on Guardium
• Assist customer with the network configure of the Guardium appliance(s)
• Review and verify the appliance is accessible on the network
• Review and complete basic configuration of the appliance(s)

Analysing the collected data - DBA/DPO/CISO should be available for assistance with interpretation the gathered data

Setting up the initial, but viable policy that will mark the known traffic that we can safely ignore in reports, along with sensitive data that should be closely monitored

Creating up to 5 built-in reports

Identifying privileged users if applicable, commands, applications, servers IPs, source programs, sensitive objects if applicable

CUSTOMIZE:

• Finishing the configuration of Guardium appliance:

• Patching the appliance
• Setting up backup, archive, purge process
• Setting up SMTP/SNMP for alerting and notifying
• Creating additional users for employees that will work with Guardium, also configuring their rights and interfaces

• Setting up Senisitive Data Discovery using “Out-of-the-Box” tests, plus up to 3 additional rules, at least one of which would address searching for SSN records (Arabic characters are NOT supported in Sensitive Data Discovery)
• Fine-tuning the policy
  • Adding additional rules after further analysing the collected data (DBA/DPO/CISO should be available for consulting)
  • Fine-tuning would be done for up to 25 most important/critical databases
• Setting up rules for real-time alerting on MAIL
  • Precise alerting for fine-tuned important/critical databases, more basic for rest (multiple failed logins, many SQL errors, STAP not sending data…)
• Adding additional rules after further analyzing the collected data (DBA/DPO/CISO should be available for consulting)
  • Up to 10 rules would be in Guardium Policy
  • Examples are Multiple Failed Login attempts (example 5 failed logins in 15 minutes), SQL Error audit and alert (SIEM), rules ignoring sessions by Technical Users, FullSQL audit of Privileged Users sessions, FullSQL audit of activities on Sensitive Tables, alerts (SIEM; MAIL) on Privileged Users doing direct commands on Sensitive Tables (might only include certain commands, example SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE…), alerts (SIEM/MAIL) on certain activities by Privileged Users (example ALTER USER, ALTER TABLE, GRANT/REVOKE, CRETE USER…)
• Finishing the policy/reporting

Vulnerability assessment on databases in scope with “Out of the Box” queries, no customization

1. Strong interpersonal and communications skills to understand project priorities, set client expectations, and exceed expectations. 

2. IBM Security Guardium design and deployment experience

1. Assist in identifying and documenting technology vendors.
2. Assist in identifying and documenting Learning Journey of technology Vendors.
3. Assist in creating and documenting new learning journey.
4. Assist in finding, onbaording and managing new academic partners.
5. Assist in defining, updating and managing internal processes. 
6. Assist in co-ordinations with Academia
7. Learn new technologies, subjects and topics. 
8. Assist in implementing new technologies and improvements.
9. Take courses and exams if required.
10. Assist in day to day activities.
11. Assist in various research tasks.
12. Assist in drafting various documents.
13. Assist in meeting with internal and external stakeholders.
14. Assist in sales and marketing activities.
15. Assist in other documentation activities.
16. Job shadowing where required.
17. Assisting in office tasks.
18. Assist in customer and vendor projects.
19. Any other task as assigned by manager.

1. Some awareness and experience of Technology Vendor certifications.

2. Some experience in Industry Relations office of the University. 

3. Some experience of ambassadorship of industry partners.

4. Good verbal and non verbal communication skill.

5. Good written communication skills.

6. Resourcefulness

7. Punctuality.

8. Diligence.

9. Attention to detail.

10. Desire of excellence in life.

11. Understand the organogram of a higher education institution.

12. Some experience in teaching or training.

13. Understanding and some working experience with the alumni , student affairs, academic and governing departments of the universities.

Completed Undergraduate in Computer Science from a reputable University.

SPS - PK is looking for an ambitious and articulate HR Officer with exceptional communications and social media skills to help and assist in day-to-day HR and operations and to recruit and retain the best and brightest talent for our innovation teams. The responsibilities of this individual will include but not limited to the following functions.

• Lead the recruitment and retention initiative across SPS
• Maintain digital and electronic records of employees.
• Serve as point of contact with benefit vendors and administrators.
• Oversee the completion of compensation and benefit documentation.
• Drive the personal success of all employees by assisting in the creation and tracking of Personal Leadership Plans.
• Coordinate training sessions and seminars.
• Perform orientations and update records of new staff.
• Complete exit and clearance interviews.
• Keep up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practices.
• keep BMS updated by visiting the HR tab daily.
• Keep HR / Accounting and IT orientations updated in collaboration with department leads

• Bachelors degree in human resources or related (essential).
• 1+ years of experience in HR.
• Exposure to labor law and employment equity regulations.
• Effective HR administration and people management skills.
• Exposure to payroll practices.
• Full understanding of HR functions and best practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. (essential)
• Works well under pressure and meets tight deadlines.
• Highly computer literate with capability in email, MS Office, MS Excel, and related business and communication tools.
• Fantastic organizational and time management skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to accurately follow instructions.

1. Assist in formulating the company's future direction and supporting tactical initiatives
2. Monitor and direct the implementation of strategic business plans
3. Develop financial and tax strategies
4. Manage the capital request and budgeting processes
5. Develop performance measures and monitoring systems that support the company's strategic direction

Operations

1. Participate in key decisions as a member of the executive management team
2. Maintain in-depth relations with all members of the management team
3. Manage the accounting, human resources, investor relations, legal, tax, and treasury departments
4. Oversee the financial operations of subsidiary companies and foreign operations
5. Manage any third parties to which accounting or finance functions have been outsourced
6. Oversee the company's transaction processing systems
7. Implement operational best practices
8. Oversee employee benefit plans, with particular emphasis on maximizing a cost-effective benefits package
9. Supervise acquisition due diligence and negotiate acquisitions

Financial Information

1. Oversee the issuance of financial information
2. Personally review and approve all Form 8-K, 10-K, and 10-Q filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (if the company is publicly held)
3. Report financial results to the board of directors

Risk Management

1. Understand and mitigate key elements of the company's risk profile
2. Monitor all open legal issues involving the company, and legal issues affecting the industry
3. Construct and monitor reliable control systems
4. Maintain appropriate insurance coverage
5. Ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
6. Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies
7. Report risk issues to the audit committee of the board of directors
8. Maintain relations with external auditors and investigate their findings and recommendations

Funding

1. Monitor cash balances and cash forecasts
2. Arrange for debt financing and equity financing
3. Invest funds
4. Invest pension funds

Third Parties

1. Participate in conference calls with the investment community
2. Maintain banking relationships
3. Represent the company with investment bankers and investors

• Collaborative and team player
• Good communication skills and leadership capabilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance required, MBA preferred
• CPA strongly preferred
• 10+ years of progressive accounting experience
• Experience managing all elements of finance including accounting, financial planning and analysis, cash, and banking relationship

Responsibilities:

• Preparing and sending Purchase Orders as directed.
• Preparing and sending  Monthly and ad hoc Invoices as directed.
• Maintaining Books of Accounts in the SAGE 50 Accounting system.
• All tasks associated with Monthly Books Closing.
• WHT and GST WH calculation, deduction and payment to the FBR.
• FBR Sales Tax Returns and Monthly WHT Statements.
• Filing with the Regulators
• Assisting the Accounting Manager in Procurement (Getting Quotes, Preparing Comparison Statements etc.)
• Petty cash management
• Bills Payments
• Assisting the Accounting Manager in Annual Tax Return
• Record Keeping (Scanning, Sorting and Filing of bills, Saving data on server)
• Assisting the Accounting Manager in the External Audit
• Coordinating with the Accounting Manager on the above mentioned tasks and as well as the other Accounting tasks and duties assigned to him.
• Other tasks as requested.
• NOTE: Employee will be required to respond to any email/query from the managers within 5 minutes of the email during working hours. Also, he/she might be required to work in US hours.

1. Competency in MS Office specially in Outlook, Excel
2. Sound in written and verbal English Language 
3. Accuracy and attention to detail
4. Punctual and Responsible

BSc Accounting, Diploma in Accounting, ACCA Finalist

Short term:

• Proof read the web site to understand the company and shortcomings of the web site.
• Meet with the Practice Leads to validate understanding and share concerns. Understand corporate mission, vision, products, services, value-proposition and the desired messaging on the web site. Then re-write the content to match the vision
• Meet with each and every site owner, walk through their content on the web. Share feedback on quality and messaging. Identify additional content that they want to publish but have not published due to lack of time or ability to write. Help them create this content and publish.

Long term:

• Continue to improve the web site
• Extend presence to social media including Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter. Plan and execute social meeting marketing campaigns
• Lead digital marketing initiatives across all web and social media platforms
• Leverage mydigital marketing portals from technology providers like ibm to lead marketing campaigns
• Seek and manage marketing development funds from technology providers
• Ensure all-around consistency (style, fonts, images, and tone)
• Stay up-to-date with digital media developments
• Completing writing projects, meeting deadlines, and following content requirements in terms of style and project specifications
• Revising content whenever customers or clients request changes
• Helping create style guides or suggesting changes to ensure content is consistent and clear

The responsibilities and KPIs of each Practice Digital Marketer would include but not limited to the following:

1. Create and update content for each service that the practice manager wants to be included in the Services Catalog. Then plan ongoing campaigns to promote that service.
2. Create content for each product that the Practice manager wants to be included in the products list. Plan ongoing campaigns to promote the product.
3. Publish this content on the web site through BMS
4. Create a slide deck for the product and service.
5. Social Media: Promote the practice on other social media outlets like Youtube, Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter and others as approved and directed by the practice manager. Just YouTube alone could consume a committed person. Videos of how-tos, product demos, etc to promote the team, solutions to problems, could provide ample opportunities for an ambitious and motivated person.
6. MyDM portal: leverage the marketing collateral on the partner portals like myDM from IBM to execute the following:
   1. Email campaigns
   2. Social media campaigns
   3. Webinars
7. MDF funds: Pursue marketing development funds from technology providers to host marketing campaigns including
   1. Marketing giveaways
   2. Customer events
   3. SEOs

• At least 1-year experience as a Content Writer, Copywriter, or similar role
• Experience doing research using multiple sources
• Familiarity with web publications
• Excellent writing and editing skills in English
• Ability to meet deadlines

Graduated in the related industry

IT graduates will be preferred

The RFP Coordinator will coordinate the company's efforts in responding to customer Requests for Proposals (RFPs).

•  The RFP Coordinator will work with a team of contributors from the sales, solutions engineering, legal, and finance departments to coordinate cross-functional responses to these RFPs.
• Analyze requirements and ensure that proposals meet them. Edit and rewrite proposals, including creating templates and content.
• To oversee the formation and development of proposals, RFPs, bids, quotations, or any other document that might require in submission procedure or procurement expertise.
• To create proposals for PORFP or RFPs. Acquiring RFPs using search engines and existing contacts.
• Make sure RFP is up to the customer and Company’s standards.
• Make sure all proposals are submitted in time and have all the relevant documents attached and submitted.
• To acquire quotes for requests that come through the specific state, add a margin on these quotes, and submit them to the customer.
• Achieve a goal to win RFPs to make new customers that would generate a profit margin for the company.
• Applying rigor in the bidding and negotiation process keeping in mind the business goals of the company.
• Review Bids/RFPs/REQs and RFIs to develop proposal plan and kickoff materials
• Use templates to enter client information and customize content.
• Dissects RFP and builds compliance matrix
• Works with the proposal development team to articulate and win strategy
• Creates storyboards and sectional outlines
• Develops proposal templates and models
• Composes all bid content (either alone or in conjunction with team), including executive summaries, organization credentials, cost narratives, technical sections, conclusions, etc.
• Interfaces with internal and external partners to implement proposal strategy and meet proposal deadlines
• Ensures document compliance with RFP criteria, including requirements related to content, formatting, length, layout, etc.
• Maintain quality results by using templates; following proposal-writing standards including readability, consistency, and tone; maintaining proposal support databases
• Monitors changes to solicitation and adjusts work accordingly
• Assists in facilitating team reviews of work and revises products as required
• Edits text to ensure that bid is error-free, uniform in tone and style, and adheres to company and client stipulations
• Pulls proposal together, integrating disparate components into a unified, coherent whole
• Compiles and submit proposals in a timely manner

• Proven ability  to work across  organizations  with effective  communication,  leadership, and project management skills
• Proven attention  to detail
• Excellent  writing, grammar, and spelling  ability
• Excellent  presentation and  written/oral  communication skills
• Ability  to work in a  deadline-conscious, results-driven environment 

General Business Operations

• Human Resources/Recruiting:
  • HR help in terms of employment and labor laws, benefits management, sourcing and recruiting, interviewing, screening, background checking, onboarding, etc of employees will be required. Some knowledge of these activities will make it easier to select the right candidate.
  • Experience in technical recruiting is definitely a plus.
  • A complete list of HR responsibilities will be shared with the candidate(s) being considered and training will be provided to the right person.
• Legal/Contracts:
  • From time to time, legal and contractual documents include reviewing and maintaining contracts, partnership agreements, and relationships with various technology partners as directed.
  • A more detailed listing of tasks under legal and contracts will be shared with the candidate being considered.
  • Attention to detail is an important skill for such tasks.
• Admin/Operations:
  • Help with some Admin. duties as requested.
  • A list of such responsibilities will be provided and training given where needed.

Skills we are looking for:

• Excellent written and verbal skills will help in the selection process.
• The ideal candidate is a self starter, motivated individual willing to work hard
• Experience though helpful is not as important as the desire to learn and grow. 
• College degree is highly preferred
• Being able to work in a diverse environment is important as much of our business operations are international.
• Attention to detail, team player and being able to follow  directions exactly as instructed are all important skills needed for this job.

• Experience in the Technical Recruiting Field is a plus
• Undergrad and Graduate College degree is highly preferred
• Ability to Multitask