MQ Administrator

Piper Companies is looking for a MQ Administrator to join a government contractor supporting a vital security initiative. This role requires the candidate to report onsite in Annapolis Junction, MD and have an active Secret Clearance

Essential Duties of theMQ Administrator:

• 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

Qualifications of theMQ Administrator:

• Bachelor's degree preferred and 7+ years of relevant experience in a MQ Administrator role
• WebSphere experience is required
• Must be able to accommodate a rotational on-call schedule as needed
• IBM System Admin for MQ certification highly desired
• Active Secret security clearance is required

Compensation for theMQ Administrator:

• $90,000 - $110,000 (based on experience)
• Comprehensive benefit package; Cigna Medical, Cigna Dental, Vision, 401k w/ ADP, PTO, paid holidays, sick Leave as required by law

This job opens for applications on 9/1/25. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date

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