Illinois Secretary of State
Mainframe CICS Senior Administrator (ISA II)
Illinois Secretary of State, Springfield, Illinois, us, 62777
Overview
Office of the Illinois Secretary of State seeks a
Mainframe CICS Senior Administrator (ISA II)
role at the Illinois Secretary of State. Job title: Information Systems Advisor II - Mainframe CICS Senior Administrator. Division: Data Center Services. Location: 2701 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL. Salary: Starting at $7,266.00 monthly – commensurate with experience. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; the Office will not complete certification or sponsorship requests. Duties and Responsibilities
Consults with and advises users and data processing management and systems analysis staff; assists applications programmers with production problems; estimates design performance for database design and communication transaction designs; prepares documentation for CICS communication systems; assists in online updated file recovery procedures. Directs and participates in the reviews, evaluation and preparation of software packages for system loading and system generation; prepares and maintains CICS system generation source decks; prepares and maintains programs to process CICS journals for database recovery and statistical reporting; codes special programs as requested. Maintains designed software interfacing system programs and hardware; prepares and maintains system communications systems (CICS), Transaction Gateway and MQSeries; applies tested known error corrections to software modules used by the software system. Maintains OS and third-party software including VPS/DRS, RDZ, Cobol, Fault Analyzer, File Manager, Microfocus ChangeMan and Rocket monitoring software. Provides extensive maintenance for CICS software; interprets memory dumps and initiates technical actions; tests and implements solutions from PTFS; maintains network trouble reporting system; provides 24-hour technical support for CICS communications software. Coordinates system tuning and measurement functions; monitors CICS execution reports and journal analysis to organize messages and files; develops and codes programs for monitoring system performance. Coordinates CICS software functions with other software functions, operations and systems to provide optimum user service. Assists data processing staff in use of utility packages; prepares interactive time-sharing routines as documentation aids; provides technical assistance to systems and programming staff. Performs other duties as required or assigned. Education and Experience
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of two years of college, with coursework in computer science, AND 4.5 years of experience with technical systems and/or programming experience and/or IT project management, including at least 1 year supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Extensive knowledge of systems design and implementation, including how programs are written, compiled, and tested, and the methods of operating computers, with the ability to translate data into a suitable form and understand the wider business context. Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective engagement with colleagues and internal users/customers. Ability to exercise sound judgement in analyzing, evaluating, and solving problems of procedural, organizational, administrative, and technical nature. Ability to follow appropriate methods, tools, applications, and processes to demonstrate a rational and organized approach to work. Aware of and adherent to organizational standards for security, privacy, and ethics. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of computer system documentation. Desire to identify learning and professional development opportunities. Knowledge of the advantages and limitations of computer communication and information retrieval systems as management information tools. Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions and carry out routine operations once established. Ability to organize facts and findings, analyze data logically, and present results clearly, orally and in written or graphic form. Willingness to travel and possession of a valid Illinois driver’s license as required by position. Knowledge of devices for capturing data for computers and means for transmitting data from remote locations to a computer. Application Process
Please visit https://ilsos.applytojob.gov/applytojob to apply by completing the online application; you may also upload a resume or other attachments as needed. Preference will be given to Illinois residents in the hiring and selection process, in accordance with the Illinois Secretary of State Merit Employment Code. Questions regarding this posting or Illinois Secretary of State employment practices may be directed to Job Counselors at our Personnel offices in Chicago (312-793-5515) or Springfield (217-782-4783). Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability.
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Office of the Illinois Secretary of State seeks a
Mainframe CICS Senior Administrator (ISA II)
role at the Illinois Secretary of State. Job title: Information Systems Advisor II - Mainframe CICS Senior Administrator. Division: Data Center Services. Location: 2701 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, IL. Salary: Starting at $7,266.00 monthly – commensurate with experience. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States; the Office will not complete certification or sponsorship requests. Duties and Responsibilities
Consults with and advises users and data processing management and systems analysis staff; assists applications programmers with production problems; estimates design performance for database design and communication transaction designs; prepares documentation for CICS communication systems; assists in online updated file recovery procedures. Directs and participates in the reviews, evaluation and preparation of software packages for system loading and system generation; prepares and maintains CICS system generation source decks; prepares and maintains programs to process CICS journals for database recovery and statistical reporting; codes special programs as requested. Maintains designed software interfacing system programs and hardware; prepares and maintains system communications systems (CICS), Transaction Gateway and MQSeries; applies tested known error corrections to software modules used by the software system. Maintains OS and third-party software including VPS/DRS, RDZ, Cobol, Fault Analyzer, File Manager, Microfocus ChangeMan and Rocket monitoring software. Provides extensive maintenance for CICS software; interprets memory dumps and initiates technical actions; tests and implements solutions from PTFS; maintains network trouble reporting system; provides 24-hour technical support for CICS communications software. Coordinates system tuning and measurement functions; monitors CICS execution reports and journal analysis to organize messages and files; develops and codes programs for monitoring system performance. Coordinates CICS software functions with other software functions, operations and systems to provide optimum user service. Assists data processing staff in use of utility packages; prepares interactive time-sharing routines as documentation aids; provides technical assistance to systems and programming staff. Performs other duties as required or assigned. Education and Experience
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of two years of college, with coursework in computer science, AND 4.5 years of experience with technical systems and/or programming experience and/or IT project management, including at least 1 year supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Extensive knowledge of systems design and implementation, including how programs are written, compiled, and tested, and the methods of operating computers, with the ability to translate data into a suitable form and understand the wider business context. Excellent oral and written communication skills for effective engagement with colleagues and internal users/customers. Ability to exercise sound judgement in analyzing, evaluating, and solving problems of procedural, organizational, administrative, and technical nature. Ability to follow appropriate methods, tools, applications, and processes to demonstrate a rational and organized approach to work. Aware of and adherent to organizational standards for security, privacy, and ethics. Knowledge of the principles and techniques of computer system documentation. Desire to identify learning and professional development opportunities. Knowledge of the advantages and limitations of computer communication and information retrieval systems as management information tools. Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions and carry out routine operations once established. Ability to organize facts and findings, analyze data logically, and present results clearly, orally and in written or graphic form. Willingness to travel and possession of a valid Illinois driver’s license as required by position. Knowledge of devices for capturing data for computers and means for transmitting data from remote locations to a computer. Application Process
Please visit https://ilsos.applytojob.gov/applytojob to apply by completing the online application; you may also upload a resume or other attachments as needed. Preference will be given to Illinois residents in the hiring and selection process, in accordance with the Illinois Secretary of State Merit Employment Code. Questions regarding this posting or Illinois Secretary of State employment practices may be directed to Job Counselors at our Personnel offices in Chicago (312-793-5515) or Springfield (217-782-4783). Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability.
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