IT Training Program Analyst (ELTP) – Mainframe

BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina•Columbia, SC

19h•Onsite

About The Position

ELTP is a technical training program in Columbia, South Carolina. Participants begin with 4 to 5 months of paid classroom training designed to prepare entry-level IT professionals for careers in mainframe systems programming and support. The curriculum focuses primarily on COBOL application development, along with other languages and technologies. The systems supported are described as processing billions of online transactions annually and supporting users and members across the United States. During training, participants apply technical and business concepts through classroom instruction, case studies, collaborative learning activities, field assignments, projects, and practical learning experiences. Participants must successfully complete assessments, presentations, projects, and other program deliverables. After completing the program, participants are assigned to a department, continue to develop relevant knowledge and skills, and are reclassified to an entry-level position appropriate for their area. The role is in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and may require action and support outside normal business areas. These positions require a security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship to obtain.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or another IT job-related field obtained prior to July 1, 2027; or an associate degree in computer science or another IT job-related field obtained prior to July 1, 2027, plus two years of job-related IT experience.
Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work well under close supervision and as part of a team.
Attention to detail.
Ability to complete assigned work in a timely manner.
Microsoft Office skills.
U.S. citizenship is required to obtain the security clearance required for these positions.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated initiative in recent activities or studies related to technology.
IT internship experience.

Responsibilities

Apply technical and business concepts through classroom instruction, case studies, and collaborative learning activities.
Analyze business and technical scenarios through field assignments, projects, and practical learning experiences to develop problem-solving skills and support business objectives.
Complete required assessments, presentations, projects, and other program deliverables to demonstrate proficiency and readiness for Information Systems career opportunities.
After program completion, join an assigned department and acquire additional knowledge and skills for the applicable entry-level role.
Provide action and support outside normal business areas when required.