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 :