Cynet Systems · 2 weeks ago
Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer - Remote / Telecommute
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior LevelCynet Systems is a company that specializes in technology solutions, and they are seeking a Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer to manage IBM CICS Transaction Server environments on z/OS. This role focuses on ensuring the high availability, performance, security, and reliability of CICS systems while supporting application teams and disaster recovery initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Plan, prepare, and execute installations, upgrades, and migrations of IBM CICS Transaction Server across multiple versions
Customize CICS regions, including system initialization parameters, resource definitions, and startup JCL
Apply IBM maintenance such as PTFs and APARs using SMP/E
Provide expert-level support for CICS production and development environments
Analyze CICS system and transaction dumps, traces, logs, and messages to identify root causes
Participate in on-call rotation to support critical CICS systems
Manage and maintain CICS security definitions in collaboration with security administrators
Monitor CICS performance, resource utilization, and system health using industry-standard tools
Identify performance bottlenecks and recommend tuning improvements
Collaborate with application teams to optimize CICS application performance
Configure and maintain CICS connectivity with DB2, MQ, IMS, VSAM, and external systems
Troubleshoot inter-region communication and distributed program link issues
Support CICS web services and RESTful API integrations
Install, configure, and maintain ISV products that integrate with CICS
Develop and maintain JCL, REXX, CLISTs, and scripts for automation and administration
Create and maintain technical documentation, standards, and runbooks
Follow ITIL best practices for change, incident, and problem management
Participate in disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution
Qualification
Required
Extensive hands-on experience as a CICS Systems Programmer on z/OS
Strong expertise in IBM CICS Transaction Server installation, customization, and maintenance
Proficiency with SMP/E for CICS and related products
Strong knowledge of CICS architecture, transaction flow, and storage management
Experience with CICS resource definition and administration
Proficiency in JCL, TSO/ISPF, and REXX or CLIST scripting
Experience with CICS performance monitoring and tuning tools
Ability to analyze system dumps, traces, and logs for problem determination
Hands-on experience with CICS connectivity options and troubleshooting
Knowledge of mainframe security products related to CICS
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience with CICS Web Services and RESTful API integration
Knowledge of CICS Transaction Gateway administration
Experience with CICS and DB2 integration and performance tuning
Familiarity with IBM MQ for z/OS in CICS environments
Experience with CICS debugging and monitoring tools
Knowledge of z/OS system fundamentals
Exposure to Agile or DevOps practices in a mainframe environment
Relevant CICS or z/OS certifications
Company
Cynet Systems
Headquartered in Washington DC Metro Area, Cynet Systems is a top talent supplier for companies across North America.
Founded in 2010
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Ashwani (Ash) M.
Partner and Co-CEO
Nikhil "Nick" Budhiraja
Founder / Co-CEO
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