iTech AG is looking for an MQ / Middleware Systems Engineer to provide key input and support into technical designs for various projects for our Federal Government customer. RESPONSIBILITIES: Report to MQ/Middleware Task Lead Provide 24x7x365 via an on-call rotation for integration support for all Middleware components (including networking) and supported applications interfaces, including but not limited to IBM MQ/ThirdParty MQ (Apache ActiveMQ / Kafka), IBM MQ IPT, IBM AppConnect support products (commercial-off-the-shelf, proprietary, and OpenSource) Support configuration queue managers and brokers Support efforts to automate operation and maintenance functions Support patching and maintenance Supporting Application team troubleshooting and root cause analysis Engaging Vendor as required for technical support Maintain the status of all tasks and projects in Jira and/or ServiceNow Provide on-call incident and change request support according to the approved process/procedures, coordinating with Enterprise Operations Center (EOC) incident management staff, application owners, and technical SMEs as necessary Other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: 5 to 10 years of experience in Messaging Queuing 5+ years experience in Message Queuing (e.g. IBM MQ, ActiveMQ, Kafka, etc.) configuration and maintenance 5+ years experience providing incident, problem, and change management support for 24x7 infrastructure operations 5+ years experience in-depth experience of working in a 2nd/3rd line IT support or project delivery environment 5+ years experience within Middleware, JAVA, or related technology 2+ years knowledge of programming languages (e.g. JAVA, C, C++, and/or similar products) 1+ years experience with scripting and automation (Bash Shell, Korn Shell, Windows Batch, Etc.) XML Configuration and layout working knowledge JSON Configuration and layout working knowledge EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Science (BS) can be substituted with an additional 4 years of related experience CLEARANCE: Pursuant to a government contract, US Citizenship is required Ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.