Mainframe DBACOBOL Programmer

Position Title: Mainframe DBA/COBOL Programmer
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Full-Time Exempt
Salary Range: $86000 - $97000
Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship required

Position Overview

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.

Required Qualifications

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.

Preferred Qualifications

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.

Key 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.

What Winning Looks Like

Successfully managing responsibilities across both database administration and COBOL programming without degradation in delivery quality or timeliness on either function.

Maintaining database integrity and performance while contributing to the active software development portfolio.

Delivering quality software products and database changes that meet cost schedule and performance requirements in alignment with project milestones.

Producing thorough accurate and timely documentation enabling efficient maintenance and audit readiness across both functions.

Actively collaborating with teammates and stakeholders to ensure requirements are met and solutions are effective.

Supporting the clients mission by ensuring mainframe applications and underlying database structures remain secure compliant and operational.

Why Join Us

Support high-impact federal missions where your expertise directly affects outcomes

Work autonomously as a trusted expert

Collaborate with mission-focused professionals in a dynamic environment

Benefits Overview

Corinth offers a comprehensive benefits package to support employees health wellbeing and financial security. Benefits for eligible employees include multiple medical plan options dental and vision coverage health savings and flexible spending accounts employer-sponsored life and disability insurance and access to wellness and health advocacy resources. Employees are also eligible to participate in a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match and immediate vesting. Paid time off benefits include paid holidays paid time off (PTO) sick leave paid volunteer time parental leave and other leave programs. All employees have access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling and support services. Professional development and training opportunities are also provided.

Corinth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment in accordance with all applicable laws.