Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer

Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer

NTT DATA Services is currently seeking a Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer to join our team in Buffalo, New York (US-NY), United States (US). This is a hybrid role. Candidates must live in, or live a commutable distance from Buffalo, New York. A Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer has technical, domain level and specialist skills to ensure that all the engineering services are operated, maintained and constantly upgraded as technology advances. There can be multiple functions within the job involving multiple products and technologies. Including but not limited to programming, support to maintain essential environmental conditions & analysis – creating functional/technical design solutions. The job holder may specialize in a single or combination of those functions/technologies. They will be involved in overseeing the deployment, planning, configuration & testing. For this role the Series CICS Engineer will cover the support and management of all CICS services within the IBM mainframe environment.

Responsibilities As a CICS system programmer, you'll need to:

• Install, administrate, maintain, resource definitions and supporting CICS systems software
• Support and maintain CICS production including 'out of hours' troubleshooting
• Provide technical assistance to developers and application support teams
• Design and develop new hardware and software technology solutions
• Lead and direct problem investigation and recovery in complex situations
• Install and test new versions of CICS
• Provide 2nd and 3rd Level Support for applications that use CICS
• Monitor performance and manage parameters in order to provide fast responses to front-end users
• Develop, manage and test back-up and recovery plans
• Ensure that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly
• Ensure there is provision for data security and recovery control (ensuring all data is retrievable in an emergency)

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ CICS System Programmer or Technical Specialist experience
• 10+ Proven knowledge of a combination of the following products: CICS Transaction Server 4.2 and/or 5.3 SMP/E Omegamon/CICS ACF2 & RACF

Additional Qualifications:

• A flexible and adaptable management style with experience of developing yourself and others
• A track record of making complex business decisions with authority, even in times of ambiguity, considering the potential long-term risks and implications

Preferred Qualification:

• Mainframe SYSPlex environment experience

About NTT DATA:

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this hybrid role is $106,575-$142,100. This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position in the New York City area. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate's actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and AD&D insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.