IBM MQ administrator - z/OS (Remote)

**IBM MQ administrator - z/OS (Remote)** **Location: Remote** **Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future*** **Requirements:** 8+ years of hands-on experience with IBM MQ administration on z/OS. Strong knowledge of z/OS operating system, JCL, SMP/E, and mainframe utilities. Experience with MQ concepts: queue managers, queues, channels, logs, and clustering. Proficiency in troubleshooting MQ and TCP/IP network issues. Familiarity with RACF or equivalent mainframe security tools. Experience with monitoring tools and performance analysis for MQ. Excellent documentation, communication, and collaboration skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team **Responsibilities** Install, configure, and upgrade IBM MQ queue managers and related components on z/OS. Manage MQ objects including queues, channels, listeners, and process definitions. Monitor MQ performance, availability, and message flows; proactively address issues and bottlenecks. Troubleshoot and resolve MQ connectivity, message delivery, and operational problems. Implement and maintain backup, recovery, and disaster recovery procedures for MQ environments. Administer security policies, RACF profiles, and access controls for MQ resources. Collaborate with application, infrastructure, and network teams for integration and support. Maintain and document MQ configurations, procedures, and incident resolutions. Participate in audits, compliance reviews, and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements. Provide on-call support and participate in change management and incident response processes. Support MQ upgrades, migrations, and capacity planning activities. Conduct performance tuning and recommend improvements for reliability and scalability. **Salary and Other Compensation:** Applications will be accepted until 11/14/2025 The annual salary for this position is between $73,350- $116,000 depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and is subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans. **Benefits** : Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: · Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance · Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off · 401(k) plan and contributions · Long-term/Short-term Disability · Paid Parental Leave · Employee Stock Purchase Plan **Disclaimer:** The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law. \#CB \#IND123 Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.