Mainframe CICS System Programming SME

Kyndryl

Mainframe CICS SME supporting and modernizing enterprise clients’ mission-critical systems at Kyndryl. Installing, upgrading, tuning, and troubleshooting CICS and related ISV products.

Posted 9/4/2026full-timeBangalore • 🇮🇳 IndiaSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in CICS system programming, including installation, upgrading, and support of CICS Transaction Servers and related ISV products. Proficient in security administration, performance tuning, and disaster recovery planning within complex technical environments.

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CICS System ProgrammingCICS Transaction ServerPerformance TuningSecurity AdministrationDisaster Recovery Planning

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Hard Skills

CICS System ProgrammingCICS Transaction ServerPerformance TuningWorkload BalancingCICS Web ServicesMQ IntegrationDB2 ConnectivityRACFACF2Top Secret

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsTeam CollaborationIndependent WorkProject Management

Tools & Technologies

Omegamon for CICSBMC MainViewIBM CICS Performance AnalyzerZ/OSUnix System ServicesSMP/EREXXJavaVSAM

Industry Keywords

Technical Operations ManagementSecurity ComplianceStakeholder RelationshipsProblem DeterminationRoot Cause Analysis

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across platforms and services
Work on technology and modernization initiatives for major clients
Manage systems data and provide day-to-day solutions and security compliance
Oversee assignment queues and work directly with technicians to prioritize tickets
Recommend modernization options, identify new business opportunities, and cultivate stakeholder relationships
Provide technical support for planning, coordinating, installing, implementing, and testing CICS and related ISV product releases, upgrades, and changes
Install, upgrade, and migrate CICS Transaction Servers
Install, upgrade, and support IBM and ISV-related products
Provide primary on-call support for CICS and associated ISV products
Perform problem determination and resolution within expected timeframes
Diagnose CICS system and related product issues and conduct root cause analysis
Participate in disaster recovery planning and scheduled tests

Requirements

What you’ll need

Engineer with 8+ years of experience in CICS system programming
Experience in CICS Transaction Server and related ISV products
Basic knowledge of z/OS, Unix System Services, SMP/E, REXX, Java, VSAM, and third-party products
Capable of upgrading, installing, and supporting IBM and ISV-related products
Proficient in P2V, V2V, and P2P migrations
Experience with performance tuning and workload balancing in CICS
Familiarity with CICS monitoring tools, including Omegamon for CICS, BMC MainView, and IBM CICS Performance Analyzer
Knowledge of CICS Web Services, MQ integration, and DB2 connectivity
Experience with RACF, ACF2, or Top Secret security administration for CICS
Process-driven management of technical operations and support
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to follow projects through to completion and contribute to complex projects
Ability to develop, document, and maintain procedures for backup/restore, performance tuning, and environment configuration

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible, supportive environment
Well-being prioritized
Be Well programs supporting financial, mental, physical, and social health
Cutting-edge learning opportunities
Certifications with Microsoft, Google, and Amazon
Coaching and hands-on experiences
Personalized development goals and continuous feedback
Career path and professional development support