IBM MQ Series FTE zOS Admin System Programmer

Frisco, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 16 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

IBM MQ Series FTE z/OS Admin System Programmer

Location :- Salisbury NC/Boston MA/Frisco TX

Role Summary:

This role involves administering and supporting IBM MQ Series and File Transfer Edition (FTE) on the z/OS platform. The System Programmer ensures secure reliable and high-performance messaging infrastructure supporting enterprise applications and batch processes.

Key Responsibilities:

MQ Administration:

Install configure and maintain IBM MQ Series and MQ FTE on z/OS

Manage MQ objects including queue managers queues channels and cluster configurations.

Monitor MQ performance and availability applying tuning techniques to optimize throughput and reduce latency

Upgrade Support:

Plan and execute upgrades of MQ Series and FTE components on z/OS.

Perform compatibility checks regression testing and rollback planning.

Coordinate with application and infrastructure teams to ensure minimal disruption during upgrades.

Document upgrade procedures and maintain version control records.

Security & Compliance:

Implement and manage MQ security protocols including TLS/SSH certificates RACF integration and security exits

Ensure compliance with internal and industry standards for secure messaging.

System Programming & Integration:

Support integration of MQ with CICS DB2 IMS and other z/OS subsystems

Develop and maintain automation scripts using REXX JCL or Assembler for MQ operations.

Disaster Recovery & High Availability:

Design and implement MQ Queue Sharing Groups and RESLEVEL configurations for high availability

Support disaster recovery planning and testing for MQ environments.

Collaboration & Support:

Work closely with application developers infrastructure teams and support staff to troubleshoot and resolve MQ-related issues

Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior team members.

Documentation & Process Improvement:

Maintain comprehensive documentation of MQ configurations procedures and best practices.

Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve operational efficiency

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Technical Expertise:

8 years of hands-on experience with IBM MQ on z/OS.

Deep understanding of MQ Queue Sharing Groups FTE configurations and MQ monitoring tools.

Familiarity with COBOL REXX and other language tools

Soft Skills:

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Ability to work independently and in hybrid team environments.

Preferred Certifications:

IBM MQ Administrator Certification.

Experience in financial or regulated industries is a plus.

IBM MQ Series FTE z/OS Admin System Programmer Location :- Salisbury NC/Boston MA/Frisco TX Role Summary: This role involves administering and supporting IBM MQ Series and File Transfer Edition (FTE) on the z/OS platform. The System Programmer ensures secure reliable and high-performance messaging i...