Overview
On Site
Contract - W2
Contract - 6+ month(s)
Skills
Risk Assessment
System Integration
Mainframe
Messaging
Macros
Scalability
Performance Monitoring
RMF
Risk Management Framework
SDSF
SMF
Security Management
RACF
Encryption
Access Control
IBM WebSphere MQ
Backup
Recovery
Disaster Recovery
Replication
Failover
CICS
IBM DB2
Middleware
z/OS
Debugging
Documentation
Technical Writing
IBM
Soft Skills
Problem Solving
Communication
Teamwork
Adaptability
Attention To Detail
Performance Tuning
Mentorship
Coaching
Knowledge Sharing
User Experience
Conflict Resolution
Management
Health Insurance
Insurance
Team Building
Collaboration
Wiki
Knowledge Base
Status Reports
Account Management
IT Consulting
Managed Services
Recruiting
Artificial Intelligence
Cyber Security
Enterprise Architecture
Training
FOCUS
Job Details
We are looking for a highly experienced Mainframe CICS/MQ Administrator with strong hands-on expertise in upgrading IBM MQ (CAMQ) environments. The ideal candidate will have in-depth technical knowledge of MQ internals, including queue manager configuration, channel setup, message handling, and performance tuning. This role demands direct experience in end-to-end MQ upgrade cycles - from planning and risk assessment to implementation and post-upgrade validation. The candidate should also be well-versed in CICS region administration, system integration, and troubleshooting across complex mainframe infrastructures. Strong communication, documentation, and cross-functional collaboration skills are essential to ensure seamless upgrade execution and long-term stability of the messaging platform.
Responsibilities:
- Product Install/Upgrade: Product install/upgrades/maintenance of CICS and MQ.
- CICS Knowledge: Deep understanding of CICS architecture, transaction processing, BMS, and macro-level commands.
- MQ Administration: Expertise in configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting IBM MQ environments.
- System Configuration: Ability to tune CICS and MQ for performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Performance Monitoring: Use of tools like RMF, SDSF, and SMF to analyze system metrics and optimize throughput.
- Security Management: Familiarity with RACF, encryption, and access control mechanisms within CICS/MQ.
- Backup and Recovery: Knowledge of disaster recovery drills, data replication, and failover strategies.
- Integration Skills: Experience integrating CICS with DB2, IMS, APIs, and middleware like z/OS Connect.
- Troubleshooting: Proficiency in dump analysis, debugging tools, and resolving system anomalies.
- Documentation & Communication: Ability to write clear technical documentation and collaborate across teams.
- Continuous Learning: Engagement with training platforms like IBM Z Xplore and Interskill Learning3.
Qualifications:
- Years of experience required: +15 yrs.
Soft Skills:
- Problem-Solving: Critical for diagnosing complex system issues and implementing effective solutions.
- Communication: Enables clear interaction with developers, DBAs, and business stakeholders.
- Teamwork: Supports cross-functional collaboration in large enterprise environments.
- Adaptability: Helps navigate evolving technologies, business needs, and unexpected outages.
- Attention to Detail: Vital for precision in configuration, security, and performance tuning.
- Time Management: Balances multiple systems, tasks, and priorities efficiently.
- Emotional Intelligence: Maintains composure and empathy during high-pressure incidents or escalations.
- Mentoring & Coaching: Fosters knowledge sharing and supports junior team members.
- Customer Orientation: Aligns technical decisions with business goals and user experience.
- Conflict Resolution: Helps manage disagreements constructively within technical teams.
Benefits:
- 401(k).
- Dental Insurance.
- Health insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity, equality, inclusion, and respect for people.
- The salary will be determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, relevant education, qualifications, experience, technical skills, and business needs.
Additional Responsibilities:
- Participate in OP monthly team meetings, and participate in team-building efforts.
- Contribute to OP technical discussions, peer reviews, etc.
- Contribute content and collaborate via the OP-Wiki/Knowledge Base.
- Provide status reports to OP Account Management as requested.
About us:
OP is a technology consulting and solutions company, offering advisory and managed services, innovative platforms, and staffing solutions across a wide range of fields - including AI, cyber security, enterprise architecture, and beyond. Our most valuable asset is our people: dynamic, creative thinkers, who are passionate about doing quality work. As a member of the OP team, you will have access to industry-leading consulting practices, strategies & and technologies, innovative training & education. An ideal OP team member is a technology leader with a proven track record of technical excellence and a strong focus on process and methodology.
OP is a technology consulting and solutions company, offering advisory and managed services, innovative platforms, and staffing solutions across a wide range of fields - including AI, cyber security, enterprise architecture, and beyond. Our most valuable asset is our people: dynamic, creative thinkers, who are passionate about doing quality work. As a member of the OP team, you will have access to industry-leading consulting practices, strategies & and technologies, innovative training & education. An ideal OP team member is a technology leader with a proven track record of technical excellence and a strong focus on process and methodology.
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