Manage the integration and maintenance of the Data Transport IBM MQ Administrative server application environment.
Troubleshoots connectivity between Data Transport MQ environment and customers to ensure proper delivery of messages to/from customer Mission System Operators (MSO) and their Trading Partners.
Maintain and manage IBM MQ license information, e.g. keep a current understanding and requirement for PVUs needed to update license agreement.
Supports Data Transport On-Call and Maintenance schedule as directed by program.
Administer and maintain SFTP accounts and connections for Data Transport and their MSO customers.
Support system integration, verification, validation, testing, and quality assurance activities across multiple technical domains.
Troubleshoot complex system issues, perform root cause analysis, and write root cause analysis and resolution reports for customers upon request.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, architecture artifacts, and operational procedures.
Collaborate with internal engineering teams, program leadership, customers, and external partners or vendors to deliver integrated solutions.
Continuously learn new applications in support of Data Transport modernization efforts, e.g. Kafka.
Develop and maintain a formal SOP within the first 90 days of start date for all MQ and SFTP roles, responsibilities, and troubleshooting procedures.
Mentors and develops junior personnel to fully understand and maintain all systems under your management, e.g. Kafka, SFTP and MQ Administrator roles.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with 8+ years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree with 6+ years of relevant experience, additional years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
Interim Secret clearance required to start; ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship required.
CompTIA Security+ or equivalent certification (IAT Level II).
Expert-level experience maintaining and supporting IBM Administrative requirements.
Strong experience with SFTP administration.
Hands-on experience with IBM MQ and Administrative capabilities.
Advanced knowledge of Linux/Unix systems, networking, and cloud security concepts.
Proficiency in one or more scripting or programming languages.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits

Health and Wellness programs
Income Protection
Paid Leave
Retirement

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

IBM MQSFTP administrationLinuxUnixnetworkingcloud securityscripting languagesprogramming languagesroot cause analysistechnical documentation

Soft Skills

communicationmentoringcollaborationtroubleshootingproblem-solvingleadershiporganizational skillsquality assuranceverificationvalidation

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMaster's degreeInterim Secret clearanceCompTIA Security+