Christopher Simpson

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DISC Type : ic

CICS Systems Programmer at PNC

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States

Overview

Christopher Simpson is a CICS Systems Programmer at PNC, specializing in mainframe technical support. He has led complex system migrations to newer CICS versions and possesses a broad skillset including JCL, REXX, and TSO. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.

As an intern, Christopher designed and built a Rexx ISPF panel program to convert data storage units, showcasing his early initiative and programming skills.

Personality Overview

Curious

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Value Driven

They ask a lot of questions and rely heavily on information and collaterals.  They can sound friendly and charming but can quickly change gears to become inquisitive and probing. They are generally strong communicators and are not easy to convince.

Topics They Care About

CICS Migration
He has led two major CICS migrations at PNC, moving from version 5. 4 to 5. 6 and subsequently to 6. 1, indicating deep expertise in this area.
Mainframe Programming
His experience includes a wide array of mainframe tools such as JCL, TSO, ISPF, REXX, CLIST, and Endevor, showing a strong foundation in system programming.
IT Disaster Recovery
During a rotation as a Business Systems Analyst, he developed extensive disaster recovery documentation, highlighting his focus on system resilience.

Media Appearances

Christopher has no verified media appearances

Work History

2-2014
CICS Systems Programmer at PNC
6-2013 - 2-2014
Technology Development Associate at PNC
7-2009 - 5-2013
Residential Network Consultant at Office of Housing and Residential Living at the Indiana University of Pennsylvania
6-2012 - 8-2012
CICS Team Intern at PNC
6-2011 - 8-2011
MVS Team Intern at PNC

Education

2009 - 2013
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.) from Indiana University of Pennsylvania
2007 - 2009
Education details unavailable from Indiana Area Senior Highschool

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Exp : 14 Location : Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States Job Level : N/A Designation : CICS Systems Programmer at PNC
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