IBM MQ Series FTE z/OS Admin System Programmer

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IBM MQ Series FTE z/OS Admin System Programmer

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Job Description

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.

Working Place

Frisco, Texas, United States

Company

ESR Healthcare

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