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Koniag Government Services

Senior COBOL Developer

Koniag Government Services, Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, United States

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Overview

Koniag Data Solutions, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Senior COBOL Developer with a Secret clearance to support KDS and our government customer in Kettering, OH. This is a hybrid opportunity. Responsibilities

Maintain, enhance, and support critical business applications written in COBOL within the DISA mainframe environment. Analyze, design, code, test, and implement applications using COBOL, COBOL Language Extender (COBOL LE), IBM MVS JCL, and IDEAL. Utilize tools such as DISA Multi-host Internet Access Portal (MIAP) and Reflection ZFE for 3270 terminal emulation within HTML-5 capable browsers. Diagnose and resolve production issues in a timely manner. Create and maintain technical documentation including operating and installation instructions, interface diagrams, architectural views, ICDs for the Corporate Data Repository System (CDRS), and Software Installation Plans (SIP). Perform code reviews and mentor junior developers. Support FTP and SFTP transmission operations. Implement Help Desk resolutions, including issues from Level II and Level III tickets. Ensure STIG compliance by applying all approved STIGs to applications as they are issued. Monitor daily database load and interface applications for successful completion. Provide technical support for the maintenance and modification of data and related software modules. Handle Change Requests (CR) and Deficiency Reports (DR) in the Information System Management Tool (ISMT). Support an estimated 2-3 releases annually, including sprint and release documentation, and participate in scrum ceremonies. Provide ongoing technical support to the Cross Domain Team (CDT) by extracting data, building and running queries and reports, and fulfilling ad hoc data requests. Create test cases, test results, test reports and summaries. Provide meeting agendas, record and track project team meeting minutes for monthly and ad hoc meetings. Participate in on-call rotation for production support. Education And Experience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent work experience). 10+ years of experience in COBOL programming. 5+ years of experience with JCL, VSAM, DB2, and CICS. Experience with mainframe debugging tools and utilities. Experience with DISA mainframe environments, preferred. CompTIA Security+ Certification (current). Required Skills And Competencies

Active Secret Clearance. Proficiency in COBOL, COBOL LE, IBM MVS JCL, IDEAL, and related mainframe technologies. Experience with DISA MIAP and Reflection ZFE for 3270 terminal emulation in HTML-5 capable browsers. Strong understanding of mainframe architecture and operating systems (z/OS, MVS). Experience with batch processing and online transaction processing. Ability to analyze and resolve complex technical issues in production environments. Knowledge of STIG compliance requirements and implementation. Experience with FTP and SFTP protocols and transmission support. Familiarity with Help Desk ticketing systems and resolution processes. Ability to create and maintain technical documentation including ICDs, SIPs, and architectural diagrams. Experience with database monitoring, data extraction, and reporting. Knowledge of software development methodologies and best practices. Experience with Change Request and Deficiency Report management. Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Time management skills with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines. Other Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned by leadership team. Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment. If you require an accommodation to navigate or apply for a position on our website, please contact accommodations.

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