[Hiring] COBOL Programmer @Corinth

Role Description

Corinth is seeking an experienced COBOL Programmer to support our Department of Defense (DoD) client.

Qualifications

• Must be US Citizen.
• Must currently hold, or have held within the past 2 years, an active DoD Common Access Card (CAC); equivalent PIV credentials from other federal agencies are accepted provided they are backed by a final, favorably adjudicated Tier 3 (or higher) investigation.
• Must meet DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification requirements (CCNA-Security, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP, CASP CE, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH).
• Associate degree or higher.
• 10+ years experience working with COBOL programs integrated into enterprise systems.
• Proficiency in ISPF and CICS for mainframe programming and application support.
• Strong working knowledge of JCL, Flat-Files, CopyLibs, and database updates, including hierarchical (SUPRA) and modern database models.
• Experience maintaining and enhancing applications using COBOL, MANTIS, JCL, and Assembler programming languages.
• Familiarity with mainframe utilities and applications such as File Master, Test-rite, and SAR.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with technical teams throughout the development cycle.
• Experience providing Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) support for sustainment projects, including development, testing, and maintenance of improvements.
• Proven ability to compile accurate technical documentation and reports to support maintenance, audits, and user reference.
• Hands-on experience with System Integration Testing (SIT) and System Acceptance Testing (SAT), including resolving Test Discrepancy Reports (TDRs).
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary team environment.

Requirements

• Collaborate with technical and functional analysts and end users to understand emerging business opportunities and troubleshoot incidents, ensuring effective IT application solutions.
• Maintain and enhance system and application functionality using COBOL, MANTIS, JCL, and Assembler programming languages.
• Develop, test, and implement mainframe applications leveraging ISPF, CICS, JCL, Flat-Files, CopyLibs, and both hierarchical (SUPRA) and modern database models.
• Apply mainframe utility tools to support analysis, testing, and reporting activities.
• Participate in requirements analysis, design, development, and testing activities with other technical teams.
• Compile and maintain comprehensive documentation, reports, and artifacts for changes, testing, and audits.
• Work with experienced team members to perform root cause analysis and participate in peer code reviews.

What Winning Looks Like

• Delivering quality software products that meet cost, schedule, and performance requirements in alignment with project milestones.
• Effectively resolving incidents and defects, ensuring system stability and reliability for users.
• Demonstrating proficiency in COBOL, JCL, CICS, SUPRA, and related mainframe tools to sustain legacy systems while supporting modern integration.
• Producing thorough, accurate, and timely documentation that enables efficient maintenance and audit readiness.
• Actively collaborating with teammates and stakeholders to ensure requirements are met and solutions are effective.
• Successfully closing out TDRs and contributing to smooth SIT and SAT test cycles.
• Supporting the client’s mission by ensuring applications remain secure, compliant, and operational for contract administration and entitlement processing.

Why Join Us

• Support high-impact federal missions where your expertise directly affects outcomes.
• Work autonomously as a trusted expert.
• Collaborate with mission-focused professionals in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to support employees’ health, wellbeing, and financial security.
• Multiple medical plan options, dental and vision coverage.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Employer-sponsored life and disability insurance.
• Access to wellness and health advocacy resources.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and immediate vesting.
• Paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), sick leave, paid volunteer time, parental leave, and other leave programs.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling and support services.
• Professional development and training opportunities.