Work mode- #WFH
Work Hours- US Eastern hours
Experience- 7+ years
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced CICS System Programmer to support and maintain IBM CICS Transaction Server (CICS TS) environments on z/OS. This role involves installation, customization, maintenance, and performance tuning of CICS to support critical enterprise applications. The successful candidate will collaborate with application developers, DB2 DBAs, MQ administrators, z/OS system programmers, and operations teams to ensure the continuous stability and optimal performance of our online transaction processing systems.
Key Responsibilities:
- Install, configure, and upgrade IBM CICS Transaction Server (CICS TS) on z/OS.
- Customize and maintain CICS regions, exits, and related system components.
- Monitor and tune CICS performance, ensuring high availability and responsiveness.
- Troubleshoot and resolve system and application-related issues within CICS environments.
- Implement and maintain CICS security using RACF or equivalent tools.
- Work with development and infrastructure teams to support application deployment and integration.
- Create and maintain system documentation, job procedures, and recovery processes.
- Participate in disaster recovery planning and testing.
- Provide on-call support and after-hours assistance for critical issues or scheduled maintenance.
- Ensure compliance with internal standards, audit requirements, and best practices.
- Required Skills & Qualifications:
- 7+ years of hands-on experience as a CICS Systems Programmer in a z/OS mainframe environment.
- Deep knowledge of CICS TS architecture, internals, and system exits.
- Strong expertise in CICS installation, configuration, and maintenance.
- Proficient in SMP/E, JCL, REXX, and mainframe scripting languages.
- Experience with CICS performance tuning and monitoring tools. Understanding of z/OS subsystems including DB2, MQ, and JES2/JES3.
- Familiarity with automation, job scheduling, and monitoring tools.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills for working with cross-functional teams.
- Experience with ITIL processes (Change, Incident, and Problem Management).
Preferred Qualifications:
- IBM Certified Specialist – CICS Transaction Server for z/OS (desired).
- Experience in regulated environments (e.g., finance, healthcare, government).
- Familiarity with DevOps integration in mainframe environments.
Work Environment:
- Must be available during US Eastern Time Zone business hours.
- On-call support is expected during off-hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.
