CICS Programmer

Role : CICS / IMS Systems Programmer / Senior z / OS Transaction Network System Engineer

Duration : 6mo+

Location : Remote EST

Job Overview :

• In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing the design, implementation, maintenance, and optimization of our mainframe transaction processing, messaging, and network systems such as CICS, IMS / TM, WMQ, VTAM, TCP / IP, and related systems.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements, provide technical leadership, and drive initiatives to enhance the performance, reliability, and security of our CICS, IMS / TM, and WMQ environments.

Responsibilities :

1. Design, develop, and maintain transaction processing and messaging systems on the mainframe platform, including CICS, IMS / TM, and WMQ ensuring high performance, reliability, and scalability.

2. Configure and optimize network connectivity and protocols, including VTAM and TCP / IP, to support transaction processing systems and meet business requirements.

3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze business requirements and translate them into technical specifications for transaction and network systems.

4. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to transaction processing systems and network connectivity, ensuring minimal downtime and maximum uptime.

5. Implement and maintain security measures to protect transaction data and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

6. Monitor transaction manager performance and mainframe network traffic, proactively identifying and addressing potential issues to optimize performance and resource utilization.

7. Develop and maintain documentation, including system architecture diagrams, network configurations, and operational procedures.

8. Provide mentorship, guidance, and technical expertise to members of the infrastructure, operations, and development teams.

9. Stay current with industry trends and best practices in transaction processing systems and network technologies, recommending and implementing improvements as needed.

Qualifications :

1. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

2. Minimum of 10 years of experience in designing, implementing, and supporting CICS, CICS TG, CICSPlex, IMS / TM, and WMQ systems on the z / OS platform.

3. Experience with managed service providers, off shore support teams, and data center relocation are a plus.

4. Strong understanding of CICS, IMS / TM and WMQ performance tuning and optimization using tools like Omegamon and SysView.

5. Proficiency in mainframe network systems such as VTAM and TCP / IP.

6. Experience with mainframe security concepts and practices.

7. Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues.

8. Effective communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

9. Proven leadership abilities, including experience leading technical projects and mentoring junior team members.

10. Relevant certifications (e.g., IBM Certified System Programmer for CICS / IMS, MQ System Administrator) preferred.

Additional Requirements :

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
• Willingness to stay updated on emerging technologies and industry trends.

Availability for occasional off-hours support as needed.