About The Job
Title: Sr Systems Administrator
Location: Owings Mills, MD (3 days onsite, 2 days remote. Must be onsite day 1)
Duration: 6+ mo contract
Work auth: No H1/ CPT
Skills: IBM MQ v9, IBM IIB, IBM ACE v12
Description
Compass Pointe has partnered with a global financial company in the Owings Mills, MD area that is looking for a Sr Systems Administrator.
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support for IBM MQ, IBM IIB and Middleware platforms ensuring platform operational health. IBM MQ v9 and IBM ACE v12 experience is very nice to have.
- Candidate should have strong Linux skills - scripting and working on Linux OS.
- Assist in the planning and execution of MQ and IIB upgrades, Installing FixPacks and iFixes. MTS Middleware support requests.
- On call rotation 24x7 support.
- Troubleshoot/diagnose technical issues for resolution.
- Candidates should be open to work in areas outside of MQ and IIB.
Requirements
- Bachelors degree in a technical field such as computer science, computer engineering or related field required.
- 9+ years' experience is required.
- The technical skills required to support IBM MQ & IBM IIB (Creating MQ/IIB resources, monitor and troubleshoot).
- Strong Linux Skills, Strong communication skills for customer Engagement (development and TechOps support teams).
- Must have experience with VMWare.