Mainframe DBA/COBOL Programmer

Corinth • Leesburg, VA

1d • Remote

About The Position

Corinth is seeking an individual with experience in both Mainframe DBA and COBOL Programmer for this hybrid role to support our Department of Defense client. This position requires a U.S. Citizenship and the candidate must currently hold, or have held within the past 2 years, an active DoD Common Access Card (CAC) or equivalent PIV credentials backed by a favorably adjudicated Tier 3 (or higher) investigation. The role also requires meeting DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification requirements. The ideal candidate will have an Associate degree or higher and over 10 years of experience in mainframe database administration, COBOL programming, or a combination of both. Proficiency in COBOL, JCL, and Assembler is essential for mainframe application development and sustainment. Experience with mainframe database administration, including structure maintenance, performance monitoring, and data integrity validation, is crucial. A strong working knowledge of JCL, Flat-Files, CopyLibs, and hierarchical database models is required, along with experience maintaining and enhancing mainframe applications using ISPF, CICS, and related utilities. The role demands the ability to manage competing priorities and shift effectively between technical disciplines, provide end-to-end SDLC support in a mainframe sustainment environment, and possess strong technical writing skills for audit-ready documentation. Excellent problem-solving skills are needed to work across database and programming functions within a multi-disciplinary federal program team.

Requirements

• 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 in mainframe database administration, COBOL programming, or a combination of both.
• Proficiency in COBOL, JCL, and Assembler programming languages for mainframe application development and sustainment.
• Experience with mainframe database administration, including database structure maintenance, performance monitoring, and data integrity validation.
• Strong working knowledge of JCL, Flat-Files, CopyLibs, and hierarchical database models.
• Experience maintaining and enhancing mainframe applications using ISPF, CICS, and related mainframe utilities.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and shift effectively between technical disciplines.
• Experience providing end-to-end SDLC support in a mainframe sustainment environment.
• Strong technical writing skills with a demonstrated ability to produce audit-ready documentation.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work across database and programming functions within a multi-disciplinary federal program team.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with SUPRA, the hierarchical database system used in mainframe financial management environments.
• Experience supporting both COBOL programming and database administration activities concurrently on the same program.
• Familiarity with DoD financial management or contract administration systems in a mainframe environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mainframe database administration functions including database structure maintenance, performance monitoring, and data integrity validation, approximately 50% of time.
• Develop, test, and implement COBOL code changes using MANTIS, COBOL, JCL, and Assembler across mainframe environments, approximately 50% of time.
• Maintain and enhance mainframe applications leveraging ISPF, CICS, JCL, Flat-Files, CopyLibs, and hierarchical database models.
• Participate in requirements analysis, design, development, and testing activities with other technical teams throughout the SDLC.
• Provide full SDLC support for assigned sustainment projects, delivering source code, unit certifications, move sheets, and peer review documentation.
• Compile and maintain comprehensive documentation, reports, and artifacts for database changes, code changes, testing activities, and audits.
• Work with experienced team members to perform root cause analysis and participate in peer code reviews.
• Support system testing and resolve issues documented in Test Discrepancy Reports (TDRs) during SIT and SAT cycles.

Benefits

• multiple medical plan options
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• health savings accounts
• flexible spending accounts
• employer-sponsored life insurance
• disability insurance
• wellness resources
• 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
• other leave programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling and support services
• Professional development and training opportunities

What This Job Offers

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