IBM MQ Series FTE z/OS Admin System Programmer Location :- Salisbury, NC/Boston, MA/Frisco, TX 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. Experience in financial or regulated industries is a plus.