Mainframe Systems Programming Specialist - DB2, IMS, CICS

Mainframe Systems Programming Specialist - DB2, IMS, CICS

Mainframe Systems Programming Specialist required by leading financial institution.

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:

- At least 7 years experience as a CICS, DB2 or IMS systems administrator working on a Mainframe platform.
- Extensive technical knowledge of at least one of the mentioned Mainframe subsystems with expertise in building, configuring, tuning infrastructure in a highly available & secure environment.
- Knowledge of SMP/E and proven experience of Mainframe software upgrades.
- Experience with IBM, CA, BMC or Compuware toolsets for managing CICS, DB2 or  IMS
- Knowledge of installing & tuning monitoring tools, eg. Omegamon, Mainview
- Familiarity with RACF security products with ability to design optimal security solutions for subsystems and applications.
- Performing end to end subsystem and application diagnostics
- Desirable:  Experience with one or more of MQ, z/OS or WebSphere Application Server

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

- Provide out of hours on call support on the team rota
- Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills & commitment to develop a strong rapport with colleagues and customers
- Strong team player with willingness to train junior members of team
- Works on own initiative
- Project Management skills
- Ability to assist with design of customer applications
- Development & maintenance of operational documentation