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Conexess Group

Mainframe CICS Engineer - 100% Remote

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

Monitor CICS systems and performance metrics to maintain uptime and optimize functionality. • ... Provide technical support to application developers and other end-users of the mainframe system ...

NTT DATA Services

DB2 Systems Programmer

Buffalo, NY · Remote

$95K - $222K/yr

... remote position, but you must have the required DB2 experience to be considered. We are adding a ... Ensure stability and integrity of a highly responsive OLTP (CICS) DB2 environment. * Establish the ...

NTT DATA Services

DB2 Systems Programmer

Buffalo, NY · Remote

$95K - $222K/yr

... remote position, but you must have the required DB2 experience to be considered. We are adding a ... Ensure stability and integrity of a highly responsive OLTP (CICS) DB2 environment. * Establish the ...

1 point system

z/OS Systems Programmer

Buffalo, NY · Remote

Remote Duration: 18+-month contract NOTES FROM MANAGER / REQUIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE: Skill Set 1: ... Working knowledge of key z/OS subsystems such as CICS, DB2, and USS/zFS . * Proficiency with ...

Kyndryl

Mainframe CICS System Administrator

Phoenix, AZ · On-site +1

$61K - $146K/yr

... technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always ... Participate in on-call rotation with the engineering teams. * The ability to follow a project ...

Centraprise

Mainframe CICS Admin

Technical Lead Location - Salt Lake City, UT(Remote) Duration: Full Time Skill: Mainframe CICS ... Create both transaction and system dumps (and port to vendors for analysis). * RDO (resource ...

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As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote cics systems programmer in the United States is $49.75, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $36.06 and $62.26 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Remote Cics Systems Programmer vs Remote Mainframe Developer?

AspectRemote Cics Systems ProgrammerRemote Mainframe Developer
Primary RoleMaintains and optimizes CICS transaction processing systemsDevelops, tests, and maintains mainframe applications
Skills & CertificationsExperience with CICS, COBOL, JCL; certifications in mainframe technologiesProficiency in COBOL, JCL, DB2; mainframe development certifications
Work EnvironmentMainframe environments, often in financial or government sectorsMainframe systems across various industries like banking, insurance
Common UsageFocuses on system stability and transaction managementFocuses on application development and maintenance

The Remote Cics Systems Programmer primarily manages and maintains CICS transaction systems, ensuring their stability and performance. In contrast, a Remote Mainframe Developer develops and maintains mainframe applications. While both roles require mainframe skills and similar certifications, their focus areas differ—system management versus application development.

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Mainframe CICS Engineer - 100% Remote

Mainframe CICS Engineer - 100% Remote

Conexess Group

Plano, TX • On-site

$47 - $60.50/hr

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Posted 4 days ago

Job description


We are looking for a detail-oriented CICS Mainframe Engineer to oversee the installation, maintenance, and support of our IBM mainframe systems, specifically focusing on CICS (Customer Information Control System). This role will ensure that our CICS environments operate efficiently, and you will be responsible for identifying, analyzing, and resolving issues within our critical transaction processing systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • CICS Installation and Maintenance: Perform installation, upgrades, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of CICS regions and related components on IBM mainframe systems.
  • System Monitoring and Support: Monitor CICS systems and performance metrics to maintain uptime and optimize functionality.
  • Debugging and Issue Resolution: Conduct root cause analysis and debugging to identify and resolve system issues promptly. Collaborate with support teams to troubleshoot complex CICS-related problems.
  • Documentation and Compliance: Document CICS configurations, maintenance activities, and issue resolutions. Ensure adherence to company policies and regulatory standards.
  • Optimization and Tuning: Perform CICS performance tuning, adjusting resources and settings to achieve optimal throughput and response times.
  • User Support and Training: Provide technical support to application developers and other end-users of the mainframe system, ensuring they understand CICS utilities and best practices.
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • Mainframe CICS Expertise:
    • 5+ years of hands-on experience with IBM CICS installation, configuration, and maintenance in a mainframe environment.
    • In-depth understanding of core CICS concepts and utilities, including transaction processing, storage management, and error handling.
  • Technical Skills:
    • Proficient in mainframe technologies like COBOL, JCL, REXX, and DB2.
    • Familiar with mainframe file systems (e.g., VSAM) and related utilities.
  • Debugging and Root Cause Analysis:
    • Strong analytical skills with experience in debugging and conducting root cause analysis for CICS-related issues.
    • Knowledge of mainframe monitoring and diagnostic tools (e.g., OMEGAMON, MainView).
  • System Performance Management:
    • Experience with performance tuning, workload balancing, and CICS optimization techniques.
Education
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent experience.
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51 - 200 Employees

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Nashville, TN, US

Year founded

2009

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