What are the responsibilities and job description for the MQ Administrator position at Zachary Piper Solutions?
Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an MQ Administrator to join a Federal Program located in Annapolis Junction, MD. The MQ Administrator will support Homeland Security by running daily operations, administrating IBM MQ environments, and ensuring secure, reliable message flow across applications.
Responsibilities of the MQ Administrator include:
Keywords:
MQ Administrator, IBM MQ, WebSphere MQ, Homeland Security, federal client, defense systems, message flow, system performance, security protocols, documentation, high availability, compliance standards, detail-oriented, MQ systems management, critical infrastructure, operational monitoring, uptime, performance issues, queues, channels, security access, permissions, data transmissions, incident resolution, troubleshooting, support teams, system availability, routine updates, patches, configuration changes, stable environment, backup operations, recovery operations, disaster recovery drills, recovery plans, accurate records, IT policies, industry regulations, resource monitoring, system capacity, operational needs, collaboration, IT teams, user support, Secret clearance, Active Clearance, Cleared, TS, Top Secret, TSSCI, 24x7x365 uptime, recall requirements, rotational on-call schedule, on-site presence, Annapolis Junction, MD, 12 years experience, MQ administration, related field, WebSphere experience, IBM System Admin for MQ certification, Mulesoft, Mule Soft
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Responsibilities of the MQ Administrator include:
- Regularly monitor MQ systems for uptime, performance, and potential issues; ensure smooth operation of queues, channels, and other MQ objects.
- Manage security access and permissions for MQ users, implement necessary security protocols, and ensure that data transmissions remain secure.
- Provide first-line troubleshooting for MQ-related issues, coordinate with support teams when needed, and respond to alerts to maintain system availability.
- Schedule and apply routine updates, patches, and configuration changes to maintain a stable and secure MQ environment.
- Follow established procedures to manage backup and recovery operations, participate in disaster recovery drills, and ensure recovery plans are documented.
- Maintain accurate records of MQ configurations, permissions, and troubleshooting steps; ensure all changes comply with IT policies and industry regulations.
- Track usage of MQ resources, monitor system capacity, and identify when adjustments are needed to meet operational needs.
- Work closely with other IT teams and users to resolve MQ issues, answer questions, and provide guidance on MQ system usage.
- 12 years of experience in MQ administration or related field.
- Availability for 24x7x365 uptime support and rotational on-call schedule.
- Experience with WebSphere
- Must have an Active Secret Clearance
- Salary Range: $75,000 - $110,000 depending on experience
- Comprehensive Benefits: Cigna Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays
Keywords:
MQ Administrator, IBM MQ, WebSphere MQ, Homeland Security, federal client, defense systems, message flow, system performance, security protocols, documentation, high availability, compliance standards, detail-oriented, MQ systems management, critical infrastructure, operational monitoring, uptime, performance issues, queues, channels, security access, permissions, data transmissions, incident resolution, troubleshooting, support teams, system availability, routine updates, patches, configuration changes, stable environment, backup operations, recovery operations, disaster recovery drills, recovery plans, accurate records, IT policies, industry regulations, resource monitoring, system capacity, operational needs, collaboration, IT teams, user support, Secret clearance, Active Clearance, Cleared, TS, Top Secret, TSSCI, 24x7x365 uptime, recall requirements, rotational on-call schedule, on-site presence, Annapolis Junction, MD, 12 years experience, MQ administration, related field, WebSphere experience, IBM System Admin for MQ certification, Mulesoft, Mule Soft
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Salary : $75,000 - $110,000
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