Careers
SDI employs sharp people who enjoy new challenges, thrive in a constant learning environment, and want to work on the leading edge of technology. We are always looking for exceptional people. It is the quality and high caliber of our staff that has created SDI’s success. Our team of dedicated professionals and technical specialists allow SDI to provide a vast array of services and our commitment to quality ensures the firm's continued success. We strive to provide a positive environment for professionals to develop their skills, create new friendships and do great work.
SDI employees have diverse backgrounds, a wide range of skill sets, experiences and interests, but share a spirit of teamwork, a commitment to delivering quality results and the desire to keep growing professionally. We welcome new talent to our team. New employees will enter a supportive community of colleagues working together with a real opportunity to positively impact our company, our clients and their own careers. 
In addition to a stimulating work environment, SDI offers an extensive benefits package for full-time employees.
If you have any questions or wish to apply, please send your resume to resume@sdichicago.com, or apply online.
Open Positions
SDI regularly hires for the following positions. Please submit your resume below.
Minimum Qualifications
- Utilize hand tools and test equipment to perform work with little supervision or assistance
- Basic knowledge of generally accepted technical (electronic) theory
- Basic Understanding of CCTV Systems
- Electronic System Installation; and trouble shooting skills
- Conduit bending and installation
- Demonstrate good analytical capability and current technical knowledge
- Ability to interpret and work from blueprints and technical documentation
- Good Interpersonal and organizational skills
- Should have proficiency in specific field
- Computer proficient
- Familiar with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel etc.).
- Familiar with CAD/CADLT
- Good written communication skills
- Able to interact with others in a team environment
- Good analytic ability
- Open-minded / willing to learn – good attitude
- Technical certifications from access control and CCTV manufacturers desired
- Must have valid driver’s license
- Willingness to work extra hours as needed
- Associates in Electronics or Communications. Or, Military Class A and/or B school in Electronics or Communications. Or 4 years experience in the field
Job Functions
- Responsible for installation, service and maintenance of computer-based integrated electronic security systems includes access control, CCTV, video systems, intrusion detection, intercom
- Field service installation of electronic security systems, access control, CCTV, and related systems, including basic computer skills and diagnostic ability, to ensure full functionality according to specifications
- Plans and coordinates activities concerned with installing equipment, investigating and resolving customer reports of technical problems with equipment, and eliminating future operational or service difficulties by performing the following duties:
- Reviews performance reports and documentation from customers and field representatives, and inspects malfunctioning or damaged product to determine nature and scope of problem
- Analyzes, reviews, and inspects findings to determine source of problem, and recommends repair, replacement, or other corrective action
- Coordinates problem resolution with engineering, customer service, and other personnel to expedite repairs, as required
- Provides on-site technical assistance to help troubleshoot and repair equipment
- Maintains records of service and installation work
- Analyzes reports of technical problems to determine trends affecting future design, production, service, and maintenance processes, and recommends modifications to eliminate future problems
- Develops or assists with the development of service handbooks and bulletins based on field investigations, engineering changes, and overall knowledge of product
- Provides a communication link between the customer and the company to help ensure that effective service is provided to the customer
- Develops and conducts training on the safe operations of the equipment and demonstrates skills to trainees, including both team members and customers
- May be assigned other collateral duties as necessary
- Follows company policies and procedures
- Prepares analysis under direction
- Creates documentation for project activity audit trail
- Collects and compiles data/information for projects and presentations
- Assists in development of work product for the client
- Contributes to proposal generation
- Conducts client interviews under supervision
- Troubleshoots minor problems
- Assists in research for solutions to minor problems
- Pursues continuous learning and shares knowledge with others
Minimum Qualifications
- Knowledge of the principles of electricity and electronics
- Basic knowledge of generally accepted technical (electronic) theory
- Basic Understanding of CCTV Systems
- Electronic System Installation; and troubleshooting skills
- Conduit bending and installation
- Demonstrate good analytical capability and current technical knowledge
- Ability to interpret and work from blueprints and technical documentation
- Good Interpersonal and organizational skills
- Should have proficiency in specific field
- Computer proficient
- Familiar with Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Outlook, Excel etc.).
- Good written communication skills
- Able to interact with others in a team environment
- Good analytic ability
- Open-minded / willing to learn – good attitude
- Ability to travel from time to time, if required
- Willingness to work extra hours as needed
- Associates in Electronics or Communications. Or, Military Class A and/or B school in Electronics or Communications. Or 4 years experience in the field
Job Functions
- To repair, operate, install, test and troubleshoot integrated and complex electronics systems
- Maintain Base-Wide Electronic Security systems for access control, CCTV, and Intrusion Detection
- Follows company policies and procedures
- Prepares analysis under direction
- Creates documentation for project activity audit trail
- Collects and compiles data/information for projects and presentations
- Assists in development of work product for the client
- Contributes to proposal generation
- Conducts client interviews under supervision
- Troubleshoots minor problems
- Assists in research for solutions to minor problems
- Pursues continuous learning and shares knowledge with others
Systems Engineer
This position requires the ability to support all CAD Servers, Workstations, printers, plotters and perform related maintenance activities. The Systems Engineer’s role is to ensure the stability, integrity, and efficient operation of the in-house information systems that support core organizational functions. This is achieved by monitoring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all networked software and associated operating systems. The Systems Engineer will apply proven communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills to help identify, communicate, and resolve issues in order to maximize the benefit of IT systems investments.
4+ years of relevant IT end-user client support experience. Working knowledge of Computer-Aided Design Software (i. e. AutoCAD). Must also possess proficient working knowledge of network management and associated systems applications such as Antivirus and security protection.
Project Manager
Primary responsibilities include all stages and types of IT initiatives such as proposal and requirements definition to project planning and implementation. A major part of this position is to provide a proactive interface between the client and the technical staff to ensure effective definition of and delivery of business applications. To do so, strong business analyst, application design, and project management skills are essential.
Role Description
- Design, development, and delivery of effective business applications
- Unravel, define, and document complex business requirements and processes
- Review and assess vendor proposals
- Manage multiple, parallel projects using project planning techniques
- Direct the activities of on-site and off-site consultants
- Manage application design through the various lifecycle stages from business need through design and delivery
- Establish and maintain client relationships
Qualifications
- Minimum of 4-6 years in a business analyst/consultant/project management role in an IT environment
- Demonstrated ability to project manage multiple, parallel projects
- Demonstrated experience with business process enhancement, proficiency in established PC software business tools and applications, and general knowledge of database products and data networks
- Excellent technical skills needed
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent analytical and problem solving skills
Business Analyst
Primary responsibilities include assisting in the development and implementation of systems design, integration, and technical support projects for public and private sector clients focusing on enterprise-wide financial, ERP, and Human Resource application installations.
Additional Responsibilities
- Daily tasking, project deliverables, program progress assessment and reporting Gather Requirements, Design, Specifications, Construction and Testing Expected to be “hands-on” with the client, participating in project meetings, and guiding deliverable development Answers end-user calls on issues and initiatives.Tracks daily help desk metrics.Documents change control and initiative requests.Documents business flow diagrams for initiatives.Creates test plans and scripts to trace requirements to design.Performs testing to ensure design meets requirements.
- Performs user acceptance testing activities.
Qualifications
- 4 years experience with Gas, Electric or Water Utility 2 years experience with the Banner CIS / Customer Suite Application Bachelor’s Degree / Certifications preferred Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills Team-minded Open-minded / willing to learn Performs analysis with minimal guidance Shares knowledge with others Able to handle multiple tasks Works independently
- Develops understanding of relevant technologies and applications
Programmer Analyst
Primary knowledge of electronic computer programming, electronic data processing equipment and its capabilities, principals and techniques of studying work processes for new or revised electronic computer applications and designing methods of processing data.
Additional Responsibilities
- Write complex programs and develop detailed program specificationsAnalyze data and situations, identify problems, draw conclusions and develop solutions Design and develop software specifications, implement code, and perform unit testing. Ensure conformance to software configuration management and software quality assurance best practices.
- Expected to be “hands-on” with the client, participating in project meetings, and guiding deliverable development
Qualifications
- 8 years experience working on software development projects4 years experience with Gas, Electric or Water Utility 4 years of programming experience with the Banner CIS / Customer Suite Application Experience in Oracle Forms, Oracle Report Writer, PL/SQL, Pro C, Crystal Reports
- Bachelor’s Degree/Certifications preferred
- Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills Team-minded Open-minded/willing to learn Performs analysis with minimal guidance Shares knowledge with others Able to handle multiple tasks Works independently
- Develops understanding of relevant technologies and applications
Database Administrator
Provides technical knowledge/expertise in the use of the Database Management System Software and provides table structure design, backup/restore/recovery processes and procedures, performance analysis and tuning, datafile sizing, upgrade/patch support, allocating storage, table space allocation, user account management, and generate SQL scripts against the productions/test/development databases to verify data.
Additional Responsibilities
- Installs and configures the application databaseDefines file organization and indexing methodsImplements security procedures for specific user applicationsAnalyze data and situations, identify problems, draw conclusions and develop solutionsGather Requirements, Design, Specifications, Construction and Testing
- Expected to be “hands-on” with the client, participating in project meetings, and guiding deliverable development
Qualifications
- 6 years experience working as Database Administrator4 years experience with Gas, Electric or Water Utility 2 years of experience / database knowledge Banner CIS / Customer Suite Application Experience in Oracle RDBMS, Oracle Application Server, Oracle Forms, Oracle Report Writer, Veritas Cluster, Microfocus Cobol, Pro C, PL/SQLBachelor’s Degree/Certifications preferred Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills Team-minded Open-minded/willing to learn Performs analysis with minimal guidance Shares knowledge with others Able to handle multiple tasks Works independently
- Develops understanding of relevant technologies and applications
Architect/Systems Administrator
Responsible for participation on one or more project teams, including the design and modeling of solutions, component identification, quality reviews, and ensuring the reliability of the systems operating environment.
Additional Responsibilities
- Align architectural strategy with business goalsAnalyze the current architecture to identify weaknesses and develop opportunities for improvementsAnalyze and develop architectural requirementsMonitor status and performance of operating systems, applications and LANs/WANs Maintain system security – report issues when appropriateInstall and configure desktop and laptop/remote access workstationsImplements security procedures for specific user applicationsPlan, coordinate and perform software inspections and quality reviewsSupport operating system upgradesMonitors system for optimization Performs all software upgrades
- Performs source code control management
Qualifications
- 5 years experience in multiple IT areas4 years experience in Microsoft, version JVM, J-initiator 1.18.16, UNIX, Oracle Forms, Oracle Application Server, Windows XP4 years experience Source Code Control Management 4 years experience with Gas, Electric or Water Utility Bachelor’s Degree/Certifications preferred Demonstrates good communication and interpersonal skills Team-minded Open-minded/willing to learn Performs analysis with minimal guidance Shares knowledge with others Able to handle multiple tasks Works independently
- Develops understanding of relevant technologies and applications
LAWA Open Positions
Project Planning Facilitator
The Project Planning Facilitator will assist the Project Manager with the following activities:
Responsibilities
- Requirements Gathering – Assisting project managers and teams determine the needs or conditions to meet product, project, services and stakeholders requirements.
- Project Scope Statement Development – Assisting project managers with drafting Scope Statements
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Development – Assisting project managers define and organize total project scopes and deliverables.
- WBS Dictionary Development – Describe each component of the WBS with milestones, deliverables, activities, scope, and sometimes dates, resources, costs, quality, etc…
- Assist with defining project tasks and dependencies.
- Resource Identification – Assist the project manager in determining the project resource requirements, organization structure, and responsibility matrix that will be required to deliver a successful project.
- Deliverable-based Budget Development – Assist project manager with determining a project budget that is based on the summation of the required budget for all the major project deliverables.
- Communications Plan – Assist the project manager with developing the project communications plan.
- Issue and Conflict Resolution – Identify and document key issues and resolutions.
- Risk Identification – Help identify, manage, and mitigate project uncertainties.
- Earn Value Management – Assist in project plan development that provides earned value data.
Qualifications
- 5 years experience managing IT systems and/infrastructure projects
- PMP certification
Project Scheduler
The Project Scheduler will work with project managers to develop & maintain project schedules and PMO master schedule for the PMO project control.
Responsibilities
- Requirements Gathering – Assisting project managers and teams determine the needs or conditions to meet product, project, services and stakeholders requirements.
- Use MS Office or CA Clarity software to develop project schedules.
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) Development – Assisting project managers define and organize total project scopes and deliverables.
- WBS Dictionary Development – Describe each component of the WBS with milestones, deliverables, activities, scope, and sometimes dates, resources, costs, quality, etc…
- Assist with defining project tasks and dependencies.
- Create and input a list of the project tasks, including start and finish dates, inter-dependencies, milestones, contingencies, and critical path(s).
- Associate earn values to project tasks.
- Provide baseline of project schedule.
- Update task schedules and project schedule on a periodic basis.
- Follow up with responsible parties on project tasks
- Provide task completion, milestone completion, and schedule variance reports.
Qualifications
- 5 years of experience developing and managing project schedules.
CA Clarity Subject Matter Expert
The CA Clarity Subject Matter Expert (SME) must have demonstrated experience with successful CA Clarity implementation, configuration, reporting, administration, and Clarity user & administrator training. The SME must have at least 1 year of experience with installing & configuring CA Clarity.
CA Clarity Support
- Customizing and set up filters for CA Clarity views which may include customizing project list views, project calendars, etc.
- Customizing enterprise templates on CA Clarity
- Customizing Web Access to develop views
- Building CA Clarity views for PMO project reports
- Developing full step-by-step documentation for CA Clarity Administrator, Project Managers, and Users
- Assisting with admin support and maintenance of CA Clarity Server.
Training
- Determine training logistics
- Develop reusable training materials on CA Clarity for the Server Administrator and Project Managers
- Conduct/Deliver CA Clarity training, including EVM (SPI, CPI, etc…) to Clarity Server Administrator and Project Managers in a classroom setting. One-on-one training may also be required.
Project Program Reporting
- Develop PMO project report templates for CA Clarity Server, including EVM (SPI, CPI, etc…) reports
- Develop and implement plan for CA Clarity Project and Portfolio Management System (PPM) Advise on Portfolio Server 2006 and interface with MS Project Server 2003 Perform minimum programming to write code or SQL statements to develop customized reports Work with Crystal Reports to develop new reporting tools Assist with developing monthly PMO project status reports utilizing Clarity server data
- Develop integration plan for reporting Clarity server data into Primavera reporting system
Qualifications
- 1 year of experience with installing & configuring CA Clarity
- At least 1 year of experience generating reports, performing Clarity system administration, and conducting user & administrator training in a CA Clarity environment
Data Network Subject Matter Expert
The Subject Matter Expert in networks must have at least 10 years of experience in planning, designing, and implementing converged voice & data networks in enterprise environment, optical networks in service provider environment, broadcast video (NTSC, SDI, HD) transport system, and wireless LAN technologies (802.11a, b, g).
Responsibilities and duties will include assisting project managers with the following activities:
Project Program Reporting
- Help migrate LAWA existing ATM LANE network to an MPLS VPN network. Develop single and dual internet gateway design and provide implementation support Review, make recommendations, and provide implementation support for Inter-airport WAN upgrade. Design and provide support to implement a Broadband wireless network for Police Mobile Data Terminals (MDT). Design and provide support to implement new network for CAD servers and future video applications.
- Develop wireless network plans and designs and provide implementation support.
- Review, make recommendations, and provide implementation support for Inter-airport WAN upgrade.
- Design and provide support to implement a Broadband wireless network for Police Mobile Data Terminals (MDT).
- Design and provide support to implement new network for CAD servers and future video applications.
- Develop wireless network plans and designs and provide implementation support.