MQ Administrator

Overview Maximus is seeking an experienced MQ Administrator to support a federal client in their mission-critical defense systems for Homeland Security. In this role, you will be responsible for the daily operations and administration of IBM MQ environments, ensuring secure, reliable message flow across applications. Key responsibilities include monitoring system performance, maintaining security protocols, and documenting processes to uphold high availability and compliance standards. If you have a detail-oriented approach and proven expertise in managing MQ systems, we invite you to be part of our dedicated team working to protect our nation’s critical infrastructure. Job-Specific Duties and Responsibilities Operational Monitoring: Regularly monitor MQ systems for uptime, performance, and potential issues; ensure smooth operation of queues, channels, and other MQ objects. Security Administration: Manage security access and permissions for MQ users, implement necessary security protocols, and ensure that data transmissions remain secure. Incident Resolution: Provide first-line troubleshooting for MQ-related issues, coordinate with support teams when needed, and respond to alerts to maintain system availability. Maintenance and Updates: Schedule and apply routine updates, patches, and configuration changes to maintain a stable and secure MQ environment. Backup and Recovery: Follow established procedures to manage backup and recovery operations, participate in disaster recovery drills, and ensure recovery plans are documented. Documentation & Compliance: Maintain accurate records of MQ configurations, permissions, and troubleshooting steps; ensure all changes comply with IT policies and industry regulations. Resource Monitoring & Capacity Support: Track usage of MQ resources, monitor system capacity, and identify when adjustments are needed to meet operational needs. Support Collaboration: Work closely with other IT teams and users to resolve MQ issues, answer questions, and provide guidance on MQ system usage. Job-Specific Minimum Requirements Active Secret clearance is required. U.S. citizenship with no dual citizenship (per agency and contract requirements). Willingness to participate in a rotational on-call schedule to meet 24x7x365 uptime requirements. 7 or more years of experience in an MQ Administrator role or in a related field. Experience with WebSphere. Additional notes: This contract supports systems that require 24x7x365 uptime. Candidates must be willing and able to meet recall requirements, including participation in a rotational on-call schedule. EEO & Benefits Maximus is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Maximus compensation is based on various factors including job location, education, training, experience, travel, market factors, and internal pay alignment. This description does not guarantee salary. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays and paid time off. Compensation ranges may differ based on contract value and relevant work experience. Accommodations: Maximus provides reasonable accommodations during the employment process. If you require assistance, please contact People Operations at View email address on click.appcast.io. Minimum Salary: $85,000.00 Maximum Salary: $130,000.00 #J-18808-Ljbffr