COBOL Developer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee, enhance, and provide support for business applications developed in COBOL.

• Develop and adjust COBOL, COBOL Language Extender (COBOL LE), and IBM MVS JCL code.

• Utilize DISA Multi-host Internet Access Portal (MIAP) and Reflection ZFE for 3270 terminal emulation.

• Diagnose and resolve production issues with guidance from senior team members.

• Generate and update technical documentation, including application operation and installation guidelines, interface diagrams, product design documents, and Interface Control Documents for CDRS.

• Conduct code testing and engage in code reviews.

• Assist with FTP and SFTP transmission operations.

• Implement Help Desk solutions for Level II and III tickets.

• Apply STIGs to applications as instructed.

• Monitor database performance and interface applications.

• Provide technical support for maintaining data and associated software modules.

• Manage Change Requests and Deficiency Reports in ISMT.

• Aid in system releases, including preparation of documentation.

• Participate in team meetings and scrum ceremonies.

• Develop test cases and contribute to test reports and summaries.

• Carry out additional tasks as assigned by the leadership team.

⛳️ Requirements

• Active Secret Clearance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

• 8+ years of experience in COBOL programming.

• 4+ years of experience with JCL, VSAM, DB2, and CICS.

• Proficiency with mainframe debugging tools and utilities.

• Experience with DISA mainframe environments is preferred.

• Current CompTIA Security+ Certification.

• Working knowledge of COBOL, IBM MVS JCL, and relevant mainframe technologies.

• Familiarity with mainframe terminal emulation tools.

• Understanding of mainframe architecture and operating systems (z/OS, MVS).

• Experience with batch processing and online transaction processing.

• Ability to analyze and resolve technical issues with assistance.

• Knowledge of STIG compliance requirements.

• Experience with FTP and SFTP protocols.

• Familiarity with Help Desk ticketing systems.

• Capability to create and maintain technical documentation.

• Basic experience with database monitoring and data extraction.

• Knowledge of software development methodologies.

• Strong debugging and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Paid time off.

• Paid parental leave.

• Life and disability insurance.

• Flexible spending accounts.

• Commuter benefits.

• Tuition reimbursement.