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Neshent Technologies

$49.50 - $63/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

CICS System Programmer

Higley, AZ · On-site

$53.75 - $68.25/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

CICS System Programmer

Bapchule, AZ · On-site

$54.25 - $69.25/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

CICS System Programmer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$54.50 - $69.50/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

CICS System Programmer

Goodyear, AZ · On-site

$53.75 - $68.50/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

CICS System Programmer

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$52.75 - $67/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

CICS System Programmer

Chandler, AZ · On-site

$54.25 - $69/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

$53.50 - $68.25/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

$56 - $71.25/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

$55.50 - $70.75/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

$48.50 - $62/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

$53.50 - $68/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

CICS System Programmer

Mesa, AZ · On-site

$54.50 - $69.50/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Neshent Technologies

CICS System Programmer

Scottsdale, AZ · On-site

$55.50 - $70.50/hr

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration ...

Kyndryl

Mainframe CICS System Administrator

Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1

$61K - $146K/yr

The Role As a Mainframe CICS System Administrator at Kyndryl, you'll solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across the spectrum of platforms and services. You'll be at the ...

Kyndryl

Mainframe CICS System Administrator

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$61K - $146K/yr

The Role As a Mainframe CICS System Administrator at Kyndryl, you'll solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across the spectrum of platforms and services. You'll be at the ...

Kyndryl

Mainframe CICS System Administrator

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$61K - $146K/yr

The Role As a Mainframe CICS System Administrator at Kyndryl, you'll solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across the spectrum of platforms and services. You'll be at the ...

Syntricate Technologies

Mainframe IMS Admin

Plano, TX · On-site

Syntricate Technologies is seeking a Mainframe IMS Admin to join their team in Plano, TX. The role involves responsibilities related to Mainframe IMS and CICS Administration at a Level 3 capacity.

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How much do cics admin jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for cics admin in the United States is $25.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.99 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a CICS Admin?

CICS Admins, or Customer Information Control System Administrators, are IT professionals responsible for managing and maintaining IBM's CICS transaction processing system on mainframe computers. They ensure the availability, reliability, and performance of CICS environments, support application deployments, and troubleshoot system issues. CICS Admins also handle configuration, security, upgrades, and capacity planning to keep critical business applications running smoothly. Their role is essential for organizations that rely on mainframe-based transaction processing for banking, insurance, retail, and other industries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a CICS Admin, and why are they important?

To thrive as a CICS Admin, you need a solid understanding of IBM mainframe systems, CICS architecture, and transaction processing, typically supported by relevant IT degrees or certifications. Familiarity with tools such as IBM z/OS, CICS Transaction Server, JCL, and monitoring utilities like OMEGAMON is crucial. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication help you excel in managing incidents and collaborating with cross-functional teams. These skills ensure stable, secure, and efficient mainframe environments essential for critical business operations.

What are some common challenges faced by CICS Admins, and how can they be addressed?

CICS Administrators often encounter challenges such as ensuring high availability of transaction processing systems, managing performance tuning, and troubleshooting complex issues that may arise in a mainframe environment. Keeping up with regular software updates, maintaining security configurations, and coordinating with development and operations teams are also key responsibilities. Addressing these challenges typically involves proactive system monitoring, thorough documentation, ongoing training, and close collaboration with other IT professionals to ensure seamless operations.

What is the difference between Cics Admin vs Mainframe Operator?

AspectCics AdminMainframe Operator
CertificationsIBM CICS certifications, mainframe fundamentalsMainframe operation certifications, z/OS basics
Work EnvironmentManage CICS transactions, monitor performanceOperate and monitor mainframe systems, run batch jobs
Employer UsageFinancial institutions, government agenciesLarge corporations, data centers

While both roles work within mainframe environments, a Cics Admin specializes in managing CICS transaction servers, ensuring their performance and availability. A Mainframe Operator primarily handles system operations, batch processing, and system monitoring. The Cics Admin focuses more on application-level management, whereas the Mainframe Operator handles overall system health. Both roles require mainframe knowledge but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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CICS System Programmer

On-site

Neshent Technologies
11 - 50 employees
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$49.50 - $63/hr

Full-time

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

We are seeking a CICS System Programmer to administer, support, and optimize enterprise IBM CICS environments. This role focuses on CICS platform stability, availability, performance, configuration, and system-level troubleshooting, rather than application development.

Roles and Responsibilities
  • Ensure CICS production and test regions are stable, available, and operating efficiently.
  • Monitor system health, performance, and capacity, and proactively address availability risks.
  • Install, configure, maintain, upgrade, and patch CICS Transaction Server (CICS TS) environments.
  • Manage CICS regions, startup parameters (DFHSIT), resource definitions (RDO), and system configuration settings.
  • Perform CICS version migrations, upgrades, and PTF maintenance.
  • Monitor transaction performance, CPU utilization, storage usage, and system metrics.
  • Troubleshoot performance issues, abends, dumps, logs, and traces to identify root causes and implement fixes.
  • Provide production support and resolve complex CICS system-level incidents.
  • Work with security teams to manage secure access to CICS resources using RACF.
  • Support CICS integration with DB2, MQ, IMS, TCP/IP, and web services.
  • Support CICS environments operating across Sysplex and distributed environments.
  • Maintain accurate system documentation, configuration records, and operational procedures.
  • Follow established ITIL and change-management processes for system changes and production support.
Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience working in IBM z/OS mainframe environments.
  • Strong hands-on experience with CICS Transaction Server (CICS TS).
  • Experience installing, configuring, maintaining, upgrading, and patching CICS.
  • Experience managing CICS regions, DFHSIT parameters, RDO resource definitions, and startup configurations.
  • Strong troubleshooting skills involving system dumps, logs, traces, abends, and performance issues.
  • Experience with CICS performance monitoring and tuning tools.
  • Strong understanding of mainframe system operations and infrastructure.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience supporting Sysplex environments.
  • Familiarity with monitoring tools such as OMEGAMON, MainView, or TMON.
  • Experience integrating CICS with DB2, MQ, IMS, TCP/IP, and distributed systems.
  • Knowledge of mainframe security and RACF.
  • Automation or scripting experience using REXX, Python, or Shell.
  • Experience supporting large-scale enterprise or financial services environments.

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