Mainframe MQ System Administrator

Who We Are At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the worlds leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our peopleKyndrylsthat means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive. The Role As a Mainframe MQ System Administrator at Kyndryl, you will be critical in ensuring the smooth operation of our customers IT infrastructure. You'll be the mastermind behind maintaining and optimizing their systems, ensuring they're always running at peak performance. Not only will you be responsible for managing and maintaining the IT infrastructure, but you'll also have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative solutions that will shape the future of the industry. You'll be at the forefront of new service preparation and change management processes, constantly learning and growing your technical expertise to ensure the best outcomes for our customers. Your technical prowess will be put to the test as you troubleshoot critical customer situations and provide timely solutions to keep their systems secure, reliable, and efficient. You'll be the go-to expert for sizing and optimizing systems, ensuring our customers' business performance is always world-class. Key Responsibilities : Applies technical skills to support the operation and maintenance of vendor products, services, and solutions and typically have responsibility for sizing, troubleshooting, and critical client situations. Install, test, configure and implement mainframe WMQ and associated system software while maintaining a stable operating system environment for business applications. Perform WMQ system backups and recovery Monitors system activity for performance and availability and where necessary, tune accordingly Perform problem diagnosis and resolution. Create, maintain and use automation scripts for MQ for z/OS monitoring, alerting and problem determination and resolution Design and Implement security aspects related to MQ. Install and upgrade MQ for z/OS using Shopz Series and SMP/E Troubleshoot MQ problems using MQ command line and monitoring tools Provide primary and backup on-call support during extended hours (including nights and weekends). At Kyndryl, we're committed to providing the best possible service to our customers, and as a Systems Management Specialist, you'll be an integral part of that mission. So if you're passionate about technology and want to be part of a dynamic team that's shaping the future of IT infrastructure management then this role is for you. Your Future at Kyndryl Kyndryl's focus on providing innovative IT solutions to its customers means that in Systems Management, you will be working with the latest technology and will have the opportunity to learn and grow your skills. You may also have the opportunity to work on large-scale projects and collaborate with other IT professionals from around the world. Who You Are Youre good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, youre open and borderless naturally inclusive in how you work with others. Required Technical and Professional Expertise 4 to 6 Years of experience as a Mainframe MQ System Programmer supporting enterprise-level z/OS environments. Expert-level knowledge of IBM MQ for z/OS installation, configuration, and upgrades using ShopzSeries and SMP/E. Strong troubleshooting expertise using MQ command line utilities and mainframe monitoring tools. Deep understanding of MQ security configurations, RACF integration, CHLAUTH rules, and TLS/SSL encryption. Ability to install, configure, and maintain WebSphere MQ (WMQ) and related system software on z/OS. Experience performing system backups, recovery, and diagnosing complex MQ issues. Ensure MQ environments meet security and compliance standards, implementing best practices. Experience designing and maintaining MQ clustering and workload balancing for high availability and reliability. Ensuring High Availability and performance objectives, as required by customers and management are maintained for operating systems and for software components. Responsible for the administration of Websphere MQ (WMQ) subsystems and associated software on the clients mainframes. Install, test, configure and implement mainframe WMQ .