SPECTRAFORCE · 1 day ago
Principle CICS Systems Engineer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expSPECTRAFOR is seeking a Principal CICS Systems Engineer to support Mainframe Systems. The role involves ensuring reliable, high-performance mainframe infrastructure for critical business applications while leading a team to enhance system resilience and streamline processes.
Enterprise SoftwareConsultingLegalInformation TechnologyCRM
Hiring Manager
Suhasini Tarimana
Responsibilities
Team is supporting Mainframe Systems
This candidate ensures reliable, high-performance mainframe infrastructure for critical business applications, while leading a team to enhance system resilience, streamline processes, and drive continuous improvement across CICS and data management operations
System Maintenance & Support : Overseeing CICS transaction servers, VSAM data replication, and disaster recovery on z/OS platforms, ensuring stability and performance for critical business applications
Technical Leadership & Mentorship : Providing guidance and support to team members, resolving complex technical issues, and offering strategic direction on infrastructure design and implementation
Project Management & Communication : Leading high-visibility projects, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and regularly updating leadership on project statuses, technical solutions, and improvements
Qualification
Required
5+ years of Expertise in CICS Systems Support, including: System Dumps, Interfaces, and Internal CICS Operations
7+ years of technical leadership experience with the ability to manage and mentor a team, drive complex projects, and communicate solutions to multiple leadership levels
Expertise with key mainframe tools and languages, including JCL, SMP/E, REXX, VSAM, and diagnostic tools (e.g., IPCS/Dump reading, CAFC, Abend Aid, Intertest), as well as familiarity with programming languages like Assembler, COBOL, and Java
Bachelor's Degree required
At least 3+ years of experience with CICS
Preferred
Familiarity with installing an RSU, 'Recommended Services Update' This is regular maintenance for CICS programming
Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
Health insurance
Retirement
Several weeks of PTO, including paid holidays and sick time
Medical insurance
Health savings accounts (HSAs)
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
401(k) plan with company match
Profit sharing
Student loan assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Fitness reimbursement
Free online fitness classes
Nutrition coaching
Career coaching
Concierge services
Parental leave
Company
SPECTRAFORCE
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