Part-Time COBOL Developer: Mainframe & Legacy Modernization

Koniag Services, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Koniag Government Services is seeking a skilled COBOL Developer (Part Time) to maintain and modernize legacy systems within production environments. The role emphasizes COBOL programming in mainframe settings, JCL, and DB2/CICS expertise, with clearances required.

The candidate will participate in code testing, documentation, and SCRUM ceremonies, contributing to modernization efforts while supporting ongoing operations.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 8+ years of COBOL programming experience.
• 4+ years of JCL, VSAM, DB2, and CICS experience.
• Experience with mainframe debugging tools and utilities.
• Experience with DISA mainframe environments preferred.
• CompTIA Security+ Certification (current).

Responsibilities

• Maintain, enhance, and support COBOL-based business applications.
• Write/modify COBOL, COBOL LE, and IBM MVS JCL code.
• Troubleshoot production issues under guidance of senior team members.
• Create and maintain technical documentation (operating instructions, ICDs).
• Perform code testing and participate in code reviews.
• Support FTP/SFTP transmission operations and system releases.
• Apply STIGs to ensure compliance and monitor DB load.

Skills

COBOL programming

Mainframe experience

JCL

VSAM

DB2

CICS

Security+

Active Secret Clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

MIAP

Reflection ZFE

IBM MVS

Job description

Koniag Government Services is seeking a skilled COBOL Developer (Part Time) to maintain and modernize legacy systems within production environments. The role emphasizes COBOL programming in mainframe settings, JCL, and DB2/CICS expertise, with clearances required.

The candidate will participate in code testing, documentation, and SCRUM ceremonies, contributing to modernization efforts while supporting ongoing operations.