CICS Mainframe Systems Programmer

Req ID: 322316

Competitive salary | UK: Remote - occasionally Sheffield

At NTT DATA, we know that with the right people on board, anything is possible. The quality, integrity, and commitment of our employees are key factors in our company’s growth, market presence and our ability to help our clients stay a step ahead of the competition. By hiring the best people and helping them grow both professionally and personally, we ensure a bright future for NTT DATA and for the people who work here.

NTT DATA is currently looking for a CICS Mainframe Systems Programmer remote for our growing team in the UK.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Installing and testing new versions of CICS
• Providing 2nd and 3rd Level Support for applications that use CICS
• Establishing the needs of users and monitoring user access and security
• Monitoring performance and managing parameters in order to provide fast responses to front-end users
• Developing, managing and testing back-up and recovery plans
• Ensuring that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly
• Ensuring there is provision for data security and recovery control (ensuring all data is retrievable in an emergency)

Required Skillset

• 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

Benefits

Our people are the most critical component of our long-term success and their health and wellbeing are our priority. You will enjoy a comprehensive, locally competitive benefits package.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion trusted global innovator of business and technology services. We serve 75% of the Fortune Global 100 and are committed to helping clients innovate, optimize and transform for long-term success. We invest over $3.6 billion each year in R&D to help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have diverse experts in more than 50 countries and a robust partner ecosystem of established and start-up companies. Our services include business and technology consulting, data and artificial intelligence, industry solutions, as well as the development, implementation and management of applications, infrastructure, and connectivity. We are also one of the leading providers of digital and AI infrastructure in the world. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group and headquartered in Tokyo. Visit us at us.nttdata.com.

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