IBM MQ Series FTE z/OS Admin System Programmer

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.