Mainframe CICS & MQ Admin (Remote)
About The Position
As a Mainframe CICS & MQ Admin you will make an impact by performing problem analysis and resolution implement. You will be a valued member of the team and work closely with the Retail team. In this role, you will: CICS Administrator - Excellent skills on CICS administration which include CICS and its product administration - Experience in CICS version upgrades/migration - Applying patches to CICS software, Hostbridge - CICS ISVs upgrades and maintenance - Resource definition Online and batch mode - CICS region build - Knowledge on CICSPlex concepts (mandatory) - Configuration of CICS initialization parameters - Troubleshooting and resolving system related abends and issues - Identifying patches that need to be installed, and having them installed - Security administration for CICS - Performance monitoring and tuning - CICS intercommunication setup and maintenance - 247 support - Assist in application team on CICS specific issues MQ on z/OS Administrator Expericne in MQ product upgrades and maintenance Defining and Monitoring MQ objects MQ region build Knowledge on MQ sharing concepts (mandatory) Operating with CICS adapter control functions to initiate and manage connections between WebSphere MQ and CICS Managing Websphere MQ resources(BSDS, Pagesets, buffer pools, logs) Work model: At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring 5 days a week in a client office in San Antonio, TX The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations. What you need to have to be considered - Minimum 10+ years of experience in CICS/MQ on zOS administration We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role. Salary and Other Compensation: Applications will be accepted until November 14, 2025. The annual salary for this position is between $73,350 to $116,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans. Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. #LI-KM1 #CB #Ind123 “Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.”
Requirements
- Minimum 10+ years of experience in CICS/MQ on zOS administration
- Excellent skills on CICS administration which include CICS and its product administration
- Experience in CICS version upgrades/migration
- Applying patches to CICS software, Hostbridge
- CICS ISVs upgrades and maintenance
- Resource definition Online and batch mode
- CICS region build
- Knowledge on CICSPlex concepts (mandatory)
- Configuration of CICS initialization parameters
- Troubleshooting and resolving system related abends and issues
- Identifying patches that need to be installed, and having them installed
- Security administration for CICS
- Performance monitoring and tuning
- CICS intercommunication setup and maintenance
- 247 support
- Assist in application team on CICS specific issues
- Expericne in MQ product upgrades and maintenance
- Defining and Monitoring MQ objects
- MQ region build
- Knowledge on MQ sharing concepts (mandatory)
- Operating with CICS adapter control functions to initiate and manage connections between WebSphere MQ and CICS
- Managing Websphere MQ resources(BSDS, Pagesets, buffer pools, logs)
Responsibilities
- CICS administration
- CICS version upgrades/migration
- Applying patches to CICS software, Hostbridge
- CICS ISVs upgrades and maintenance
- Resource definition Online and batch mode
- CICS region build
- Configuration of CICS initialization parameters
- Troubleshooting and resolving system related abends and issues
- Identifying patches that need to be installed, and having them installed
- Security administration for CICS
- Performance monitoring and tuning
- CICS intercommunication setup and maintenance
- 247 support
- Assist in application team on CICS specific issues
- MQ product upgrades and maintenance
- Defining and Monitoring MQ objects
- MQ region build
- Operating with CICS adapter control functions to initiate and manage connections between WebSphere MQ and CICS
- Managing Websphere MQ resources(BSDS, Pagesets, buffer pools, logs)
- problem analysis and resolution implement
Benefits
- Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
- Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
- 401(k) plan and contributions
- Long-term/Short-term Disability
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
