IBM MQ Series FTE z​/OS Admin System Programmer

IBM MQ Series FTE z/OS Admin System Programmer

Location :

- Salisbury, NC / Boston, MA / Frisco, TX

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.

• 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.

• 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.

• IBM MQ Administrator Certification.
• Experience in financial or regulated industries is a plus.