Mainframe CICS MQ Expert

3 weeks ago

Franklin, Wisconsin, United States NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE Full time

Job Overview: At Northwestern Mutual, we are a strong and innovative organization that values our people. As a Mainframe CICS MQ Expert, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of our critical infrastructure. This is a hands-on role where you will configure and maintain products and services according to standards and policies.

Estimated Salary Range: $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Job Responsibilities:

  • Installation, configuration, maintenance, and monitoring of CICS regions, MQ products, and related ISV products
  • z/OS Connect and TableBase experience is a plus
  • Work on critical systems and strategic projects associated across all business divisions

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Mainframe platform (software/hardware) knowledge for CICS and MQ
  • System programmer (SYSPROG) tasks such as upgrade and maintenance process, SMP/e, HOLDDATA, early code, target zones/libraries, system libraries, terse files, end or marketing (EOM) and end of life (EOL)
  • Vendor communication protocols/forms when issues arise: PMR, PTF, Hyper fixes, APAR
  • Basic understanding of MVS: z/15, CPUs, SYSPLEX, LPAR, coupling facility, zIIPs, general purpose machines, WLM, DVIPA, JCL, PDS, ISPF, SMF, IFCIDs, RMF/CMF
  • Basic understanding of storage: SMS, ACS routine, storage pools, vendors (IBM, Hitachi, etc.)
  • Basic understanding of security: certificates/key rings, RACF, pervasive encryption

Benefits:

  • Strong company culture that values innovation and growth
  • Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

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