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- Remote/Austin, TX
MQ & CICS Systems Engineer/Systems Administrator
Number of position:
1
Contract Duration:
6+ months
Salary:
$65-$80 per hour
OPPORTUNITY:
We are looking for a MQ & CICS Systems Engineer/Systems Administrator for a six (6) month hybrid contract role in Austin, TX.
OVERVIEW:
We are seeking a highly skilled IBM MQ Systems Engineer / Administrator responsible for the health, performance, and maintenance of enterprise messaging, CICS transaction servers, and DB2 database integration environments. Core Focus: Middleware administration, system maintenance, and version upgrades.
PAY RATE:
- $65-$80 per hour
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintenance: Monitor system health, tune performance, and resolve operational issues for IBM MQ queues and channels.
- Upgrades: Plan, test, and execute software patches, fix packs, and major version upgrades for IBM MQ, CICS, and DB2.
- Integration: Support CICS region connectivity and DB2 data sharing groups interacting with IBM MQ.
- Security: Implement and audit SSL/TLS certificates, queue-manager security, and user access controls.
- Automation: Write and update scripts for routine administrative tasks and system recovery procedures.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Experience: Minimum five (5) years administering IBM MQ in enterprise environments.
- Skills: Hands-on knowledge of CICS transaction server management and DB2 database connectivity.
- Platform: Strong background in z/OS or distributed Linux/Unix/Windows systems.
- Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in an on-call rotation.