Mainframe Analyst

PSR Associates • Trenton, NJ

3h • Hybrid

About The Position

PSR Associates is a consulting and talent solutions firm that connects qualified IT professionals with great opportunities. Whether you're looking for a contract or permanent position, we can help you find the right fit for your skills and experience. We have a team of experienced recruiters who know the IT industry inside and out, and we work with you every step of the way to ensure a smooth and successful transition. PSR Connecting Talent, Crafting Success. Mainframe Analyst Position Description We are seeking a Mainframe Analyst to join our team. The selected candidate will work a hybrid schedule consisting of three (3) days each week onsite in Trenton, NJ and two (2) days each week remotely. We are looking for a motivated Mainframe Analyst ready to take us to the next level! If you have 8+ years' experience in COBOL, CICS, DB2 and are looking for your next career move, apply now. The Mainframe Analyst will analyze, maintain, and enhance existing mainframe applications while extracting and documenting business rules.

Requirements

• 4-year college degree or equivalent technical study
• 8+ years of experience with: COBOL/CICS/DB2 coding, testing, and debugging
• IBM OS/JCL (MVS)
• CICS
• IBM DB2
• Developing technical and supporting documentation
• Participating in system and usability testing with users
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams
• Experience coding complex DB2 stored procedures
• Experience with MQ or APPC/LU 6.2 programming in COBOL-CICS
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions

Nice To Haves

• Experience with IDMS/DC to CICS conversions
• Experience with IDMS to DB2 conversions
• Prior experience supporting case management systems or judiciary-related applications

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing COBOL/CICS/DB2/MQ programs to extract and document business logic and rules
• Review batch processing systems, including JCLs and procedures, to document program workflows
• Perform analysis, design, coding, and testing of application code owned by the Application Team
• Support production systems, including maintenance, enhancements, and issue resolution
• Develop or modify programs and DB2 stored procedures and perform unit testing
• Collaborate with IT and business units to design and implement technical solutions for case management systems
• Participate in system and usability testing alongside business users
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation
• Work under the supervision of the Client Project Manager or designated IT representative

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree