Req ID: 260560

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　　CICS Mainframe Systems Programmer

　　United Kingdom

　　Competitive salary + Benefits

　　Overview

　　The 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.

　　Responsibilities

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

　　Installing, administrating, maintaining, resourcing definitions and supporting CICS systems software Supporting and maintaining CICS production including 'out of hours' troubleshooting Providing technical assistance to developers and application support teams Designing and developing new hardware and software technology solutions Leading and directing 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. Establish the needs of users and monitor user access and security 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).

　　Key Skills

　　CICS System Programmer or Technical Specialist experience Knowledge of a combination of the following products: CICS Transaction Server 4.2 and/or 5.3 SMP/E Omegamon/CICS ACF2 & RACF Mainframe SYSPlex environment experience is preferred 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

　　About NTT DATA Services

　　NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients' long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more.

　　NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.

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