Balance Staffing is hiring a Cyber Security Architect for our client in Chicago, IL.

JOB DUTIES:

• Champion cyber security best practices and set the technical vision and implementation of corporate-wide information security program. 

• Participate in ongoing activities and strategic planning efforts intend to address emerging security threats and to further enhance cyber posture.

• Develop policies and procedures that will expand the corporate information security program throughout a multi-year roadmap.

• Building consensus and establishing collaboration with team members from every department in. 

• Development of cyber security risk assessments Leading preparation for and execution of a corporate incident response team for a detected incident.

• Assist in developing cyber security educational material .

• Outstanding analytical skills and the initiative to remain current with new changes in the cyber security technical field. 

• Participate in evaluating proposed projects, software vendors, and business practices for potential cyber concerns, and assist in the development of policy and procedure to address the concerns.

• Understand and apply supply chain risk management best practices and NERC CIP regulation constraints to the corporate information security program. 

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or other IT-related technical degree. 

• Relevant certifications are a plus. 

• Excellent communication skills and ability to relay technical information at all levels of leadership A deep understanding of the following:

•  NIST – Cybersecurity Framework (NIST-CSF) NIST – 800-53 Security Controls Prior experience with leading an information security program. 

• Experience with monitoring, collecting and analyzing device, system and application logs for attempted and/or achieved unauthorized access into our environment 

• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows client/server and Office 365, Cisco enterprise networking, and other modern workplace technology platforms 

• Relevant Work Experience:

• Experience in IT or as a cyber security or systems architect in a large corporate environment. 

• Current CISSP certification is highly desirable NIST – 800-171 Protecting Controlled Unclassified Information

• Must be able to pass a background check prior to hire. 

Essential duties and responsibilities:

• Develops, aligns and implements commodity management strategies for cable assemblies.
• Uses commodity strategies as the basis for supplier selection, cost reduction, margin improvement and overall supply chain management.
• Negotiates and manages the maintenance of agreements with suppliers that provide the structure for all business relationships between the company and the supply base (such as general supply agreements (GSA), non-disclosure agreements (NDA), joint development agreements (JDA), blanket purchase orders (BPO), etc.).
• Engages with the product life cycle process to ensure alignment with the commodity strategies and all the company’s site needs. 
• Directs new supplier introduction and/or disengagement requirements to/from the company supply base (assessments, financial viability, etc.). 
• Drives resolution to systemic supply chain issues affecting quality, cost, delivery or lead-time, which may include engagement with sub-tiers in the supply chain. 
• Develops and presents high-level cost reduction opportunities to all company sites for execution. 
• Delivers and manages supplier performance improvement plans. 
• Drives formal supplier performance reviews or quarterly business reviews (QBR’s).

Experience requirement: 

• 3-7 years directly related experience
• Previous work experience in commodity management for both build to print (BTP) and OEM commodities, procurement, contracting, materials management, logistics, manufacturing, quality, account management 
• Certification by NAPM (national association of purchasing management) and/or APICS (American production and inventory control society) a plus

Educational/certification requirement: 

• BS/BSE level degree in business, engineering, materials science, logistics or related technical discipline required. 

If you would be interested in learning more about this position or applying for it, please email us your updated resume, and we will contact you at our earliest convenience.

• Able to efficiently purchase 1 to 2 commodities.
• Purchase and expedite materials, components, equipment, and services from a variety of sources for the operation of the organization.
• Check requisitions and MRP order demands, obtain quotes, examine bids, and make awards to procure needed items and services.
• Maintain current supply sources and supplier relationships
• Coordinate purchasing activities with the engineering, manufacturing and planning functions to maintain inventory at planned levels.
• Monitor cost, schedule, and scope of assigned commodities to ensure best quality at best value.
• Identify and negotiate with suppliers to provide best lead time, pricing & quality.
• Responsible for year over year cost reductions for materials.
• Participate in evaluating supplier reliability when required.

Educational/certification requirement:

• Bachelors’ degree in supply chain management or related discipline preferred. Directly related experience may be considered.
• APICS/NAPM certification a plus.

If you would be interested in learning more about this position or applying for it, please email us your updated resume, and we will contact you at our earliest convenience.

BALANCE STAFFING IS LOOKING FOR AN INVENTORY CONTROL SPECIALIST IN CHANDLER, AZ  

SHIFT: DAY TYPE: TEMP TO HIRE

RESPONSIBLE FOR RECORDING AND MAINTAINING CONTROL OF ALL INVENTORY ITEMS PURCHASED AND PRODUCED.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: MANAGES INVENTORY PROGRAMS, INCLUDING INVENTORY ESTIMATES AND ANALYSES, MAINTENANCE OF METRICS TRACKED, AND RESOLUTION OF INVENTORY ISSUES THAT ARISE. PROVIDES RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PURCHASING STRATEGIES, INVENTORY DISPOSITION, AND INVENTORY MANAGEMENT. BIRD-DOG POS FROM A MACRO LEVEL FOR OVER-COMMITS, CANCELS AND PUSH OUTS. ACTIVELY MANAGES THE CYCLE COUNT PROGRAM, RECONCILIATION, METRICS, AND OUTSIDE AUDITS. ECN CONTROL AND DISPOSITION FOLLOW UP FOR AFFECTED MATERIAL. FINAL REVIEW AND RECONCILIATION OF WORK ORDER VARIANCE AND CLOSURE. COORDINATES PRODUCT TRANSFERS TO OTHER COMPANY MANUFACTURING SITES.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: STRONG PRESENTATION SKILLS AT ALL LEVELS. KNOWLEDGE OF COST ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES, PROCEDURES, AND STANDARDS. ABILITY TO COMMUNICATE EFFECTIVELY, BOTH ORALLY AND IN WRITING. STRONG EXCEL AND ACCESS SKILLS. WORKING KNOWLEDGE OF MRP/ERP SYSTEM. 

EDUCATIONAL/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENT: BACHELOR’S DEGREE IN BUSINESS/EQUIVALENT EXPERIENCE. APICS CERTIFICATION PREFERRED WORK EXPERIENCE:3+ YEARS INVENTORY ANALYST EXPERIENCE. COST ACCOUNTING EXPERIENCE STRONGLY PREFERRED. MANUFACTURING EXPERIENCE AS A SCHEDULER OR PLANNER A PLUS.