System Administrator CICS and IMS

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HCLTech France: +500 HCLTechies. Offices: Paris, Lyon, Toulouse and Blagnac.

We are seeking a System Administrator who can work with both CICS and IMS to join our team at a client's facility in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France.

HCL Mainframe Cloud Services is a global organization, delivering world class Mainframe infrastructure services to our global international customers. We put quality, standardization, efficiency together with cost control equally high as inclusion, integrity and people centricity.

As a member of one of our global teams you will be assigned to various tasks, both run-time and one time delivery, supporting our different customers with technical activities related to your expertise.

Additional

We are looking to strengthen our team with a Mainframe IMS and CICS Technician to work with system installations and upgrades, performance tuning, problem resolution and technical support.

The job includes on-call duty, approximately every 6th week.

Mandatory Language requirements: English and French

Total experience 10+years.

Key Responsibilities

• ITSM; manage incidents, problems and changes
• Install, implement and configure products in our environment
• Life Cycle Management of products
• Maintain and monitor systems and products for performance enhancements
• Manage contact with the vendor regarding support cases
• Provide technical consultation and support to other areas and teams
• Draft clear and concise instructions as required
• Participate in internal and external projects and assignments
• Participate in daily huddles and other mandatory meetings
• Adhere to structured workflows and objectives established by a remote team leader
• Contribute to team efforts by sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues

Skills

Primary skills

Technical-General

• General and broad z/OS knowledge
• Programming: JCL, Rexx
• Automation: Netview SA
• General TSO/ISPF knowledge

Technical - Team Specific

• IMS & IMS DB
• CICS classic
• CICS plex
• Installing a CICS region
• DBA Tools: BMC (MAXM + MV)
• Programming: PL/1
• Tracing tools: Debugger, Fault analyzer
• Ipic
• Socket
• USS

General

• Strong troubleshooting skills with a focus on efficient problem resolution
• Automation and standardization mindset
• Read, understand and adhere to established technical specifications and manuals
• Collaborate effectively with team members to achieve common goals
• Fluent in English, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues and partners in both written and verbal form

Personal

• Problem solver, curious, creative and analytical
• Proactive, responsible and methodical
• Having the power of initiative and driving force
• System thinking and holistic view
• Business-oriented mindset and ability to establish and maintain good relationships
• Presentation and pedagogical skills are a merit

Education

• University degree in Computer Science or equivalent
• ITIL

Secondary skills

General

• Competence in other MF areas (MQ, DB2, TWS, ACF2, RACF, TLS/SSL)
• Web Connectivity
• Programming: Cobol, Assembler, Java for CICS
• JVM sever
• CICS PA (for internal use)
• CTG
• CAFC
• CICS Message
• Symdump for CICS
• Ivory Server for CICS
• CICS Explorer
• Mentoring skills
• Ability to conduct trainings, workshops and reviews on Mainframe processes, methods and tools to an internal or external audience.

Ready for a new challenge? Join a friendly, multinational company offering endless opportunities in a dynamic, multicultural environment.

Apply now and submit your CV in English!

Why become an HCLTechie?

At HCLTech, we offer diverse opportunities to learn, innovate, and fast-track your career. You'll work with global clients and industry-leading experts, gaining access to mentorship and rewarding growth paths. Our people-friendly work culture fosters flexibility, leadership, and personal and professional growth, giving you the freedom to explore, experiment, and thrive.

We believe in doing things differently, offering hands-on training and coaching, and celebrating the passion and commitment of our teams. Discover the benefits of joining HCLTech:

• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Global career opportunities and mobility.
• Flexible work environment supporting work-life balance.
• Exciting projects and upskilling opportunities to shape your role.
• Total wellbeing focus: Beyond professional growth, you'll be able to collaborate with like-

minded colleagues to drive meaningful impact through initiatives like our CSR Council, Diversity Council, Women Connect, and many more.