Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer
Location: Remote
Compensation: To Be Discussed
Reviewed: Wed, Sep 02, 2026
This job expires in: 29 days
Job Summary
Supporting and maintaining IBM z/OS environments, the full-time Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer will focus on CICS Transaction Server and IBM MQ, handling system administration, software installations, troubleshooting, and performance tuning in a remote capacity.
Key Responsibilities
- Administer, install, configure, upgrade, and maintain IBM z/OS mainframe environments, including CICS Transaction Server and IBM MQ
- Troubleshoot and resolve system abends, outages, and performance issues using logs, traces, and monitoring tools
- Develop and execute implementation and recovery plans for software and hardware changes while ensuring compliance with security requirements
Required Qualifications
- Active Top Secret Security Clearance
- DoD IAT Level II certification required
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in mainframe systems programming or administration
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
- Strong hands-on experience with IBM z/OS, CICS Transaction Server, and IBM MQ
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