Mid-Level Mainframe Infrastructure Engineer, CICS Systems Programmer

USAA

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
San Antonio, TXPlano, TX
Salary
$93,770–$179,240 / yr
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Full-time
Posted
12 days ago
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This role pays less than 83% of similar roles. Most pay $144,350–$186,612 — the blue band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $137k versus about $165k for comparable roles.

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USAA (United Services Automobile Association) is a San Antonio-based Fortune 500 financial services company founded in 1922, dedicated to providing insurance, banking, and investment solutions exclusively to U.S. military members, veterans, and their families.

USAA currently has 65 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $114,080–$218,030 across 42 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Mid-Level Mainframe Infrastructure Engineer, CICS Systems Programmer

The Mid-Level Mainframe Infrastructure Engineer – CICS Systems Programmer joins the Mainframe Infrastructure team to manage the installation, configuration, maintenance, and tuning of IBM's Customer Information Control System on z/OS operating systems. This role involves troubleshooting complex system issues across over 700 CICS regions to ensure the efficacy of high-volume, online transaction processing. Key responsibilities include applying vendor patches using SMP/E, monitoring performance with tools like RMF and BMC Mainview, and developing REXX automation scripts. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in JCL, REXX, and mainframe utilities while integrating CICS with subsystems like DB2 and MQ. The position requires executing risk processes, managing security protocols via RACF, and supporting disaster recovery for mission-critical applications that facilitate essential financial services for members.

What you'll do

  • Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain CICS Transaction Server and related software using tools like SMP/E.
  • Monitor CICS system performance and tune regions to meet service level agreements using RMF and BMC Mainview.
  • Troubleshoot and debug complex system and application issues by analyzing system dumps and collaborating with developers.
  • Provide technical support to application development teams by managing CICS regions and defining application resources.
  • Integrate CICS with other mainframe subsystems such as DB2 and MQ.
  • Implement and maintain CICS security protocols using RACF and assist in disaster recovery planning.
  • Develop and implement REXX automation scripts to streamline system management and maintenance tasks.
  • Identify system improvements and evaluate potential technology solutions to maximize operational efficiencies.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a Bachelor's degree or 4 years of relevant education and/or experience.
  • Must have 4 years of infrastructure experience with a technical understanding of mainframe infrastructure and z/OS.
  • Must be proficient in scripting and programming languages such as JCL and REXX.
  • Must have knowledge of designing scalable IT system infrastructures and automating service delivery.
  • Must have proficiency in business operations, risk management, and industry practices.
  • Must be able to work in the office 4 days per week in San Antonio, TX or Plano, TX.
  • Experience with SMP/E, DB2, MQ, or RACF is preferred.

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