Mainframe z/OS CICS/MQ Administrator

Posted:
11/23/2025, 4:00:00 PM

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

Workplace Type:
On-site

Job Description:

DXC Technology is a global professional services company whose mission is to lead the digital transformation of our clients by advising and guiding them in the application of technology to obtain the best results and increase the competitiveness of their companies. With more than 130,000 professionals and expert technologists, collaborating in more than 70 countries together with an exceptional network of partners, we offer advanced IT services and solutions.


In Spain, we are one of the main leaders in the IT market. We have nearly 8,000 professionals, distributed in thirteen locations, with centers of excellence in cutting-edge technologies such as Cloud, Business Intelligence, AI, or Automation among many others, serving more than 200 customers from all industries in the public and private sectors. We work with leading companies in the country that trust us to guide their digital transformation.


We develop active policies of diversity and inclusion of people with disabilities, and we are proud to have a representation of approximately 49% of female professionals.

We're seeking an experienced Mainframe z/OS CICS/MQ Administrator to be responsible for the installation, customization, maintenance, and administration of z/OS CICS Transaction Server and IBM MQ environments. Ensures high availability, security, and optimal performance of critical transaction and messaging systems.

Tasks:

  • Lead moderately complex projects.
  • Provide team leadership, mentoring, and coordination, including conflict resolution and performance feedback.
  • Work with automation to improve system responses.
  • Maintain CICS/MQ configurations, procedures, and JCL..
  • Perform software installation, upgrades, and apply PTFs.
  • Execute backup/recovery and Disaster Recovery (DR) drills.
  • Conduct system tuning (SIT, CSQZPARM) and dataset management.
  • Provide 24x7 support and research/resolve complex problems.
  • Enforce security/audit conformance and manage change control.

Requirements:

  • 10+ years experience in CICS/MQ systems programming/administration.
  • Strong understanding of CICSplex and MQ architecture, resource administration, and z/OS/JCL.
  • Proficiency in performance tuning, dump analysis, and security compliance.
  • Strong team leadership and communication skills.

Bonus Points:

  • Certification in CICS/MQ.
  • Experience with CICS Web Services, MQ Clustering, and scripting (REXX, CLIST).

What will you find at DXC?

  • Professional development.
  • Leading projects in market reference clients.
  • Excellent work environment.
  • Flexibility and work-life balance.
  • Work with leading technologies within the IT sector.
  • Access to DXC University with unlimited certifications.
  • Social and responsible commitment.
  • Stable employment.
  • Social benefits.

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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iOSCM

Website: https://ioscm.com/

Headquarter Location: Newcastle Upon Tyne, Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Year Founded: 2012

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