CICS Systems Programmer

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CTG is seeking to fill a CICS Systems Programmer opening for our client in New York.

Location: Remote

Duration: 6 months

Overview:

CTG is hiring a CICS Systems Programmer to support our client, a leading financial institution, within their Technology Infrastructure Engineering and Operations Team. This hybrid role offers the opportunity to collaborate on innovative, enterprise-scale mainframe solutions that power banking operations and services. You will be responsible for the design, implementation, and support of CICS and associated mainframe infrastructure, ensuring optimal system performance, security, and availability.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Act as lead architect on cross-functional projects, driving solution design and implementation

• Oversee installation, configuration, and maintenance of CICS systems and related software

• Perform health checks, patch management, upgrades, and system validation activities

• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues, identifying root causes and permanent fixes

• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior staff and project teams

• Attend vendor conferences to gather insights on new technologies and represent the organization

• Use automation tools to enhance operational efficiency, reliability, and security

• Create and review technical documentation, contributing to internal standards and knowledge bases

• Collaborate with management and architecture teams on long-term infrastructure strategies

• Ensure adherence to risk management and regulatory compliance standards

Scope of Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive support for CICS, including installation, troubleshooting, and system maintenance

• Manage SMP/E environments and support z/OS CICS monitoring tools

• Utilize scripting and automation to improve system administration and performance

• Interface with vendors to resolve incidents and ensure system health

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities:

• Mentor and guide less experienced team members

• Provide direction during incident response and coordinate with teams to resolve system issues

• Review and approve technical documentation from junior staff

Education and Experience Required:

• Combined minimum of 9 years’ higher education and/or relevant work experience

• Experience managing complex infrastructure projects and leading technical teams

• Demonstrated expertise in CICS systems programming and z/OS environments

• Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills

• Ability to communicate technical concepts to varied audiences, including senior management

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Combined minimum of 10 years’ higher education and/or related work experience

• Certifications or training in related technologies

• Familiarity with Rexx scripting, Python, DB2, and MQ

• Interest in modern Z technologies, including GUI-based and web-enabled mainframe interfaces

Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.

CTG does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies, or fee-based recruitment services for this role.

To Apply:
To be considered, please apply directly to this requisition using the link provided. For additional information, please contact Nicole Shaw at Nicole.Shaw@ctg.com. Kindly forward this to any other interested parties. Thank you!

The expected base salary for this position ranges from $95,000 to $115,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, market factors, and where applicable, licensure or certifications obtained. In addition to salary, a competitive benefit package is also offered.

About CTG

CTG, a Cegeka company, is at the forefront of digital transformation, providing IT and business solutions that accelerate project momentum and deliver desired value. Over nearly 60 years, we have earned a reputation as a faster and more reliable, results-driven partner. Our vision is to be an indispensable partner to our clients and the preferred career destination for digital and technology experts. CTG leverages the expertise of over 9,000 team members in 19 countries to provide innovative solutions. Together, we operate across the Americas, Europe, and India, working in close cooperation with over 3,000 clients in many of today's highest-growth industries. For more information, visit www.ctg.com.

Our culture is a direct result of the people who work at CTG, the values we hold, and the actions we take. In other words, our people define our culture. It's a living, breathing thing that is renewed every day through the ways we engage with each other, our clients, and our communities. Part of our mission is to cultivate a workplace that attracts and develops the best people, reflected by our recognition as a Great Place to Work Certified™ company across many of our global operations.

CTG will consider for employment all qualified applicants including those with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable local, state, and federal laws.

CTG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTG will assure equal opportunity and consideration to all applicants and employees in recruitment, selection, placement, training, benefits, compensation, promotion, transfer, and release of individuals without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, age, disability, marital or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other discriminatory factors as required by law. CTG is fully committed to promoting employment opportunities for members of protected classes.