CICS Systems Programmer – Infrastructure Engineering Senior Advisor

The Cigna Group

. Lead the design, engineering, and implementation of complex CICS infrastructure solutions supporting enterprise business objectives .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $123,500 - $205,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced expertise in CICS Systems Programming and architecture, with a strong focus on performance tuning and managing CICSPlex environments. Proven ability to lead technical initiatives and collaborate across diverse teams to deliver scalable and reliable mainframe solutions.

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CICS Systems ProgrammingCICSPlex Environment ManagementZ/OS ExpertiseDB2 Data SharingTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

CICS ArchitecturePerformance TuningTroubleshootingREXXMQ Shared Queue Managers

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsStrategic ThinkingIndependent WorkTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

CICSPlex System ManagerCICSZ/OSDB2MQ

Industry Keywords

Enterprise MainframeInfrastructure SolutionsOperational EfficiencyTechnical ConsultingContinuous Improvement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, engineering, and implementation of complex CICS infrastructure solutions supporting enterprise business objectives
Provide technical leadership for large-scale mainframe initiatives from strategy through execution
Build, support, and continuously improve highly available CICS environments
Partner with application development teams and infrastructure stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and reliable solutions
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend approaches that improve performance, resiliency, and operational efficiency
Diagnose complex infrastructure and application issues, identify root causes, and implement long-term solutions
Install, configure, maintain, and optimize CICS and associated system software products
Provide expertise in CICSPlex System Manager (CPSM), DB2 Data Sharing, MQ Shared Queue Managers, REXX, and z/OS
Provide guidance and consultation to a large and diverse application development organization
Participate in an on-call rotation and support high-priority production events as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of CICS Systems Programming experience in enterprise mainframe environments
Advanced knowledge of CICS architecture, internals, administration, and performance tuning
Strong experience supporting and managing CICSPlex environments
Hands-on experience with z/OS, DB2 Data Sharing, MQ Shared Queue Managers, and REXX
Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex system and application issues and implement effective solutions
Experience leading technical initiatives and coordinating efforts across multiple teams
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences
Ability to work independently and contribute within large, cross-functional teams
Ability to support a 24x7 production environment, including scheduled on-call responsibilities
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (preferred)
Master-level expertise with CICSPlex and related OEM products (preferred)
Experience influencing infrastructure strategy and technology roadmaps (preferred)
Prior experience as a technical consultant or advisor for large-scale enterprise environments (preferred)
Strong strategic thinking skills focused on continuous improvement, innovation, and business outcomes (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus plan eligibility
Medical benefits
Vision benefits
Dental benefits
Well-being and behavioral health programs
401(k)
Company-paid life insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year
Paid holidays
Leaves of absence
Remote work arrangement
Cable broadband or fiber optic internet service requirement with at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload for home working