Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer

NTT DATA

Buffalo, USremote country$96k-$222k/yrPosted Jul 23, 2026
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About the role

Req ID: 376959

We are currently seeking a Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer to join our team in the United States (US).

JOB DESCRIPTION - This is a remote position, but you must have the required CICS experience to be considered.

A Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer has technical, domain level and specialist skills to ensure that all the engineering services are operated, maintained and constantly upgraded as technology advances.

There can be multiple functions within the job involving multiple products and technologies. Including but not limited to programming, support to maintain essential environmental conditions analysis – creating functional/technical design solutions. The job holder may specialize in a single or combination of those functions/technologies.

You will be involved in overseeing the deployment, planning, configuration testing. For this role the Series CICS Engineer will cover the support and management of all CICS services within the IBM mainframe environment.

Responsibilities

As a CICS system programmer, you’ll need to:

Install, administrate, maintain, resource definitions and supporting CICS systems software

Support and maintain CICS production including 'out of hours' troubleshooting

Provide technical assistance to developers and application support teams

Design and develop new hardware and software technology solutions

Lead and direct problem investigation and recovery in complex situations

Install and test new versions of CICS

Provide 2nd and 3rd Level Support for applications that use CICS.

Establish the needs of users and monitor user access and security

Monitor performance and manage parameters in order to provide fast responses to front-end users

Develop, manage and test back-up and recovery plans

Ensure that storage and archiving procedures are functioning correctly

Ensure there is provision for data security and recovery control (ensuring all data is retrievable in an emergency).

Required Qualifications

10+ CICS System Programmer or Technical Specialist experience

10+ Proven knowledge of a combination of the following products:

CICS Transaction Server 4.2 and/or 5.3

SMP/E

Omegamon/CICS

ACF2 RACF

Additional Qualifications

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

Preferred Qualification

Mainframe SYSPlex environment experience

Must reside in the US

#LI-NorthAmerica #Mainframe #CICS

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. our consulting and Industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in RD.

Where required by law, NTT DATA provides a reasonable range of compensation for specific roles. The starting pay range for this role is $95,918-$222,031 . This range reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation for the position in the USA. Actual compensation will depend on a number of factors, including the candidate’s actual work location, relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. This position may also be eligible for incentive compensation based on individual and/or company performance. This position is eligible for company benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance with an employer contribution, flexible spending or health savings account, life and ADD insurance, short and long term disability coverage, paid time off, employee assistance, participation in a 401k program with company match, and additional voluntary or legally-required benefits.

Whenever possible, we hire locally to NTT DATA offices or client sites. This ensures we can provide timely and effective support tailored to each client’s needs. While many positions offer remote or hybrid work options, these arrangements are subject to change based on client requirements. For employees near an NTT DATA office or client site, in-office attendance may be required for meetings or events, depending on business needs. At NTT DATA, we are committed to staying flexible and meeting the evolving needs of both our clients and employees. NTT DATA recruiters will never ask for payment or banking information and will only use @nttdata.com and @talent.nttdataservices.com email addresses. If you are requested to provide payment or disclose banking information, please submit a contact us form, https://us.nttdata.com/en/contact-us.

Compensation

This Software Engineer role pays $96k-$222k/yr. Within typical range for software engineer roles in United States.

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