Who We Are
At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.
The Role
Your role
As a Mainframe CICS Systems Programmer at Kyndryl, you’ll solve complex problems and identify potential future issues across the spectrum of platforms and services. You’ll be at the forefront of new technology and modernization, working with some of our biggest clients – which means some of the biggest in the world.
There’s never a typical day as a Systems Programmer at Kyndryl, because no two projects are alike. You’ll be managing systems data for clients and providing day-to-day solutions and security compliance. You’ll oversee a queue of assignments and work directly with technicians, prioritizing tickets to deliver the best solutions to our clients.
What You Will Do
Install, configure, and maintain CICS environments.
Manage CICSplex infrastructure.
Support transaction processing environments.
Troubleshoot availability and performance issues.
Support upgrades and migrations.
Ensure resiliency and disaster recovery readiness.
Integrate CICS with DB2, MQ, RACF, and z/OS services.
One of the benefits of Kyndryl is that we work with clients in a variety of industries, from banking to retail. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. You’ll also get the chance to share your expertise by recommending modernization options, identifying new business opportunities, and cultivating relationships with other teams and stakeholders. Does the work get challenging at times? Yes! But you’ll collaborate with a diverse group of talented people and gain invaluable management and organizational skills, which will come in handy as you move forward in your career.
Your Future at Kyndryl
Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.
Who You Are
You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.
Required Skills and Experience
5 to 7 years of experience supporting and administering IBM CICS environments on z/OS platforms.
Strong knowledge of CICS Transaction Server, including CICSPlex SM, region administration, and transaction management.
Experience in performance analysis, system optimization, recovery support, and issue resolution within CICS environments.
Hands-on experience integrating CICS with IBM MQ, Db2, RACF, and other z/OS components.
Proficient in troubleshooting using system logs, traces, dumps, and diagnostic tools.
Good understanding of workload balancing, high-availability configurations, and large-scale transaction processing environments.
Familiarity with enterprise ITIL processes, including incident, change, and problem management.
Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve complex production issues while ensuring system stability and availability.
Preferred Skills and Experience
Experience with CICSPlex SM, CICS upgrades, migrations, maintenance, and…