IBM MQ Systems Administrator: Messaging & HA Specialist

Ampcus, Inc; Richmond (VA); Remote; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampcus Inc. seeks an IBM MQ Administrator to install, configure, and support IBM MQ messaging middleware across Windows, Linux, Unix and AIX. You will ensure reliable message delivery and integrate with enterprise applications.

Responsibilities include monitoring queue depths, securing communications with SSL/TLS, CHLAUTH, and authentication, performing health checks, applying patches, and providing on-call support. Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills are required.

Qualifications

• Experience installing and configuring IBM MQ messaging middleware.
• Experience monitoring queue depths and system performance.
• Familiarity with security protocols and SSL/TLS configurations.
• On-call support as required.
• Experience with disaster recovery and backup strategies.
• Ability to troubleshoot connectivity and message delivery issues.

Responsibilities

• Install and configure IBM MQ on Windows, Linux, Unix, and AIX.
• Set up queue managers, queues, channels, listeners; configure HA.
• Monitor queue depths and performance; resolve message build-ups.
• Implement CHLAUTH, authentication, and SSL/TLS for security.
• Troubleshoot connectivity issues; 24/7 on-call support.
• Document procedures and generate reports.
• Work with application teams on integration.

Skills

IBM MQ

Tools

IBM MQ

Job description

Ampcus Inc. seeks an IBM MQ Administrator to install, configure, and support IBM MQ messaging middleware across Windows, Linux, Unix and AIX. You will ensure reliable message delivery and integrate with enterprise applications.

Responsibilities include monitoring queue depths, securing communications with SSL/TLS, CHLAUTH, and authentication, performing health checks, applying patches, and providing on-call support. Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills are required.