Middleware Administrator

In this Role, You Will:Planning & AssessmentIntake and assessment of middleware inventory, configurations, versions, and dependenciesDefine migration approach, wave sequencing, risks, and rollback strategiesIdentify application, HA/DR, and environment‑specific dependenciesDesign & ConfigurationDesign and configure middleware components per enterprise and BFS build standardsPerform IBM MQ design and configuration (Queue Managers, channels, listeners, HA/DR)Support load balancer integration and configuration for middleware trafficConfigure security artifacts including SSL/TLS certificates and access controlsEnable automation and observability integrations (IR360, OTEL, Instana or equivalent)Migration ExecutionExecute middleware migrations from Heritage → NGDC using approved approachesMonitor migration jobs, remediate failures, and validate configuration/object synchronizationEnsure service continuity, message/data integrity, and minimal downtimeCutover & ValidationSupport production and pre‑production cutover activities and HA/DR failover drillsPerform post‑migration health checks (service status, queue depth, connectivity, performance)Validate application connectivity and obtain functional sign‑off from stakeholdersPost‑Migration & DecommissioningUpdate CMDB, compliance, and operational documentationDeliver build scripts, migration reports, and execution metricsClose Jira stories and ServiceNow change/incidentsSupport legacy middleware decommissioning and handover to steady‑state teamsRequired Qualifications:IBM MQ (Design, Configuration, HA/DR, Security)Java / J2EE fundamentals (middleware integration and troubleshooting)Load Balancer design and configuration (F5 or equivalent)Middleware design, build, and configuration in enterprise environmentsDatacenter Migration / DC Exit / DC Refresh programsSecurity (SSL/TLS, certificates), observability, and monitoringServiceNow, Jira, CMDB processesExperience in regulated BFS environments4–8+ years of experience in enterprise middleware support, build, and datacenter migration programs.• Strong understanding of middleware architecture, design, and configuration in large‑scale enterprise environments.• Proven ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve middleware issues during migration, cutover, and post‑migration phases.• Extensive hands‑on experience with:o IBM MQ (Queue Managers, queues, channels, listeners, HA/DR, security)o Java / J2EE fundamentals for middleware integration and issue analysiso Load Balancers (F5 or equivalent) – design, configuration, and traffic routingo SSL/TLS certificates, keystores, and enterprise security standards• Strong understanding of HA/DR concepts, failover testing, and production cutover practices.• Experience working in regulated BFS environments with strict governance and compliance requirements.• Hands‑on experience with ServiceNow, Jira, and CMDB updates during migration programs.• Exposure to observability and monitoring tools (IR360, OTEL, Instana or equivalent) is a plus.• Automation or scripting exposure (Shell, Python, Ansible) is a plus.• Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder coordination skills.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf