Mainframe CICS/MQ Administrator - Remote

Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Mainframe CICS/MQ Administrator to join our team and lead critical upgrades and optimizations of IBM MQ and CICS environments.

In Short

• Perform installation, upgrade, and maintenance of IBM MQ and CICS products.
• Configure and tune CICS regions and MQ environments for performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Monitor system health using tools like RMF, SDSF, and SMF to analyze and optimize performance.
• Manage system security, including RACF configurations, encryption practices, and access control.
• Lead disaster recovery efforts, backups, and failover planning for high-availability systems.
• Integrate CICS with DB2, IMS, APIs, and middleware components such as z/OS Connect.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues using dump analysis, debugging tools, and root-cause diagnostics.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
• Stay current through continuous learning platforms (e.g., IBM Z Xplore, Interskill Learning).
• Collaborate with developers, DBAs, and infrastructure teams to support operational stability.

Requirements

• 15+ years of experience working with IBM MQ, CICS, and mainframe systems.
• Deep understanding of CICS architecture, BMS, macro-level commands, and transaction processing.
• Proven expertise in IBM MQ configuration, queue management, message routing, and channel setup.
• Strong experience in full-cycle MQ upgrade projects, including planning, risk assessment, implementation, and validation.
• Familiarity with system integration involving DB2, IMS, and middleware APIs.
• Proficient in mainframe security concepts, including RACF.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally in enterprise environments.
• Detail-oriented with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies.
• Collaborative work environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Competitive salary and benefits.