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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Administrator III - **Company:** Horizontal Talent - **Location:** Richmond, VA, United States - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, IBM AIX, User Authentication, Unix, Configuration Management Databases, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Dynamical Systems, Middleware, IBM WebSphere MQ, Enterprise Software Applications, System Availability, Change Tracking, Performance Monitor - **Published:** August 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/891839cd-8f89-4ec9-a2d0-c704c244c727 ## About the Role * Strong experience administering IBM MQ messaging middleware. * Hands-on knowledge of configuring and supporting queue managers, channels, listeners, and related components. * Experience working with secure communications, including SSL/TLS and access controls. * Ability to monitor performance, identify bottlenecks, and tune system settings for stability. * Solid troubleshooting skills with the ability to analyze logs and resolve technical issues effectively. * Experience supporting system maintenance, upgrades, and operational continuity. * Familiarity with backup and recovery processes for enterprise systems. * Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate across technical teams. * Strong documentation habits and attention to detail. Preferred Skills * Experience with high availability and multi-instance queue manager configurations. * Background supporting enterprise environments with 24/7 operational needs. * Familiarity with disaster recovery testing and business continuity planning. * Exposure to configuration management databases and incident/change tracking processes. * Experience escalating and coordinating issues with vendor support when needed. * Ability to contribute to architecture or design discussions around messaging solutions. * A proactive, service-oriented approach to supporting internal teams and business needs. Horizontal is committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive workplace where people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences can thrive. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential to innovation, collaboration, and success. ## Description Join a dynamic systems administration opportunity focused on supporting enterprise messaging infrastructure that helps keep critical applications connected and running smoothly. This 12-month role is ideal for an IBM MQ professional who enjoys hands-on administration, troubleshooting, and working across teams to maintain secure, reliable system operations. Responsibilities * Install, configure, and maintain IBM MQ software across supported platforms, including Windows, Linux, Unix, and AIX. * Set up and support queue managers, queues, channels, listeners, clustering, and high availability environments. * Implement and maintain security controls, including authentication, authorization, SSL/TLS, and Channel Authentication Records. * Monitor queue depths, channel activity, and overall system performance to help ensure reliable message flow. * Troubleshoot connectivity issues, delivery failures, and message backlogs while analyzing logs and error files. * Apply patches, updates, and version upgrades to maintain a healthy and stable messaging environment. * Perform routine health checks, audits, and capacity planning to support ongoing performance and reliability. * Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery activities for queue manager data and configurations. * Partner with application, network, and infrastructure teams to resolve integration and deployment issues. * Create and maintain technical documentation, procedures, and operational reports. ## Related Videos - [Integrate your Cognitive Assistant with 3rd-party DBs and software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/249-integrate-your-cognitive-assistant-with-3rd-party-dbs-and-software) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - Node and Package Security](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2138-wearedevelopers-live-node-and-package-security) - [Systems Thinking for Performance: How to Diagnose and Fix Slow Systems without Guessing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2103-systems-thinking-for-performance-how-to-diagnose-and-fix-slow-systems-without-guessing) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [The Time Paradox: Building Timezone-Safe Python/Django Applications](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1915-the-time-paradox-building-timezone-safe-python-django-applications) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Coffee with Developers - Maria Apazoglou - Making AI understandable for all in production](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/475-coffee-with-developers-maria-apazoglou-making-ai-understandable-for-all-in-production) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [How to Find Tech Jobs in Vienna](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/292-how-to-find-tech-jobs-in-vienna) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers)