[Hiring] COBOL Developer @Koniag Government Services, LLC

Role Description

Koniag Government Services is seeking a skilled COBOL Developer (Part Time) to join our team. This role is critical in maintaining and enhancing legacy systems while supporting modernization initiatives within production and potential development/testing environments. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in COBOL programming and mainframe environments, with a strong understanding of business applications.

• Maintain, enhance, and support business applications written in COBOL.
• Write and modify COBOL, COBOL Language Extender (COBOL LE), and IBM MVS JCL code.
• Use tools such as 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.
• Assist in creating and maintaining technical documentation including:
  • Application operating and installation instructions.
  • Interface diagrams and product design documentation.
  • Interface Control Documents (ICD) for the Corporate Data Repository System (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 the maintenance of data and related software modules.
• Work with Change Requests (CR) and Deficiency Reports (DR) in the Information System Management Tool (ISMT).
• Support system releases, including documentation preparation.
• Participate in team meetings and scrum ceremonies.
• Create test cases and assist with test reports and summaries.

Qualifications

• 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.
• CompTIA Security+ Certification (current).

Requirements

• 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.