Mainframe MQ Engineer – Alpharetta, GA (locals Only)

• Perform all phases of MQ engineering and operations, including defining MQ resources like channels and queues.
• Support application developers in using MQ in batch and CICS environments.
• Perform MQ software maintenance and problem determination, interfacing with IBM Support.
• Conduct MQ Performance & Tuning and support capacity planning.
• Handle periodic on-call support and maintenance outside of normal hours.
• Develop internal tools using JCL and REXX.

Required Skills

• Experience with IBM MQ in a large-scale Sysplex environment.
• Knowledge of MQ Data Sharing and High Availability concepts.
• Familiarity with Disaster Recovery procedures.
• Understanding of z/OS functions such as APF, Link list, LPA, and VSAM.
• Familiar with Java, Kafka, and MQ Confluent Connectors.
• Ability to develop tools via JCL, REXX, etc.
• Excellent communication skills.

Desired skills

• Include familiarity with CICS TS V6.1+, SMP/E, external security (RACF, CA-Top Secret), and application programming experience.