MQ CICS Systems Engineer - Remote!

Company: Genesis10
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 10, 2025

Job Description:

Genesis10 is seeking a Mainframe Engineer to support CICS and MQ on z/OS. This is a fully remote contract role tha pays between $70.00 - $80.00 per hour. Candidates ready to work on our W2 are encouraged to apply. No C2C.

While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.

Responsibilities: Responsible for the overall management and administration of CICS for z/OS and MQ for z/OS subsystems across multiple Sysplexes and CECS.
Prototypes the new features, functions and strategies of new application subsystems technology.
Effective workload balance tuning and performance knowledge
DB2 for z/OS Experience desired
CTG experience desired
REXX experience desired
Vendor management experience
Provides 24x7 oncall support within a team rotation

Requirements: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
Document and enforce data security with consideration for key dependencies of CICS and MQ on system z.
Knowledge of CICS for z/OS or MQ for z/OS along with mainframe related tools such as BMC Catalog Manager, BMC ChangeManager, BMC Apptune, BMC Mainview, IBM -CICS Interdependency Analyzer, IBM -CICS Performance analyzer, SMPE, ISPF, SMS, SMF,
Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively interface and partner with all levels of the organization.
Maintain "State of the Art' knowledge of best practices in systems administration, high availability, metrics and business continuity specifically for CICS for z/OS or MQ for z/OS
Candidate must be self-motivated and assertive while possessing the ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks in a team environment
Assists and maintains the improvement of systems administration-related plans, processes, procedures, standards and priorities.
Provides problem resolution support, specific to CICS and MQ on z issues; identifies and resolves systems application problems, coordinates with programming application users to determine symptoms and ensure accurate problem resolution.
Plans and implements strategies and procedures for physical disaster/recovery and contingency planning.
Assists application development and maintenance staff with CICS and MQ on z questions and issues.
Works with vendors on problem identification and resolution.
Knowledge of banking industry business processes a plus.

Genesis10 - Contract & Perm/Direct Hire
Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client.

Benefits of Working with Genesis10:
--- Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years.
--- The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years.
--- Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.)
--- Behavioral Health Platform
--- Medical, Dental, Vision
--- Health Savings Account
--- Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
--- Voluntary Term Life Insurance
--- 401K
--- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
--- Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.

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