Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer

Req ID:376972NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.We are currently seeking a Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer to join our team in Buffalo, New York (US-NY), United States (US).Main Purpose of the JobThe Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer have 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 specialise 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.ResponsibilitiesAs a CICS system programmer, you’ll need to:Installing, administrating, maintaining, resourcing definitions and supporting CICS systems softwareSupporting and maintaining CICS production including 'out of hours' troubleshootingProviding technical assistance to developers and application support teamsDesigning and developing new hardware and software technology solutionsLeading and directing problem investigation and recovery in complex situationsInstall and test new versions of CICSProvide 2nd and 3rd Level Support for applications that use CICS.Establish the needs of users and monitor user access and securityMonitor performance and manage parameters in order to provide fast responses to front-end usersDevelop, manage and test back-up and recovery plansEnsure that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctlyEnsure there is provision for data security and recovery control (ensuring all data is retrievable in an emergency).Required SkillsetCICS System Programmer or Technical Specialist experienceKnowledge of a combination of the following products:CICS Transaction Server 4.2 and/or 5.3SMP/EOmegamon/CICSACF2 & RACFMainframe SYSPlex environment experience is preferredA flexible and adaptable management style with experience of developing yourself and othersA track record of making complex business decisions with authority, even in times of ambiguity, considering the potential long-term risks and implicationsAbout NTT DATANTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. 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