COBOL Developer
Posted 23hrs ago
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Part-time remote COBOL Developer maintaining and modernizing legacy mainframe systems. Supporting federal government agencies through Koniag Government Services’ enterprise and operational solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain, enhance, and support business applications written in COBOL
- Write and modify COBOL, COBOL Language Extender (COBOL LE), and IBM MVS JCL code
- Use DISA Multi-host Internet Access Portal (MIAP) and Reflection ZFE for 3270 terminal emulation
- Troubleshoot and fix production issues under guidance of senior team members
- Create and maintain technical documentation, including application operating and installation instructions, interface diagrams, product design documentation, and Interface Control Documents for CDRS
- Perform code testing and participate in code reviews
- Support FTP and SFTP transmission operations
- Implement Help Desk resolutions for Level II and III tickets
- Apply STIGs to applications as directed to ensure compliance
- Monitor database load and interface applications
- Provide technical support for maintenance of data and related software modules
- Work with Change Requests and Deficiency Reports in ISMT
- Support system releases, including documentation preparation
- Participate in team meetings and scrum ceremonies
- Create test cases and assist with test reports and summaries
- Perform other duties as assigned by leadership team
Requirements:
- Active Secret Clearance
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent work experience)
- 8+ years of experience in COBOL programming
- 4+ years of experience with JCL, VSAM, DB2, and CICS
- Experience with mainframe debugging tools and utilities
- Experience with DISA mainframe environments, preferred
- Current CompTIA Security+ Certification
- Working knowledge of COBOL, IBM MVS JCL, and related 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 guidance
- Knowledge of STIG compliance requirements
- Experience with FTP and SFTP protocols
- Familiarity with Help Desk ticketing systems
- Ability to create and maintain technical documentation
- Basic experience with database monitoring and data extraction
- Knowledge of software development methodologies
- Good debugging and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Good communication skills, both written and verbal
- Time management skills with 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


















