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# Systems Administrator (COBOL Developer)

- **Company:** MarineTraffic
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, Agile Methodology, Microsoft Outlook, Customer Information Control System (CICS), COBOL (Programming Language), System Configuration, IBM DB2, Software Debugging, Linux, File Systems, Job Control Language (JCL), IBM Information Management System, Oracle (Applications), Software Engineering, PL-SQL, SQL Databases, System Software, Virtual Storage Access Methods, Web Services, Software Licensing, File-aid, Information Technology
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www2.jobdiva.com/portal/?a=j7jdnwgck4wulo816y7l865pzq556q05f5cqdk65b0o0dpy0m5p196w9a9ln1g3w&compid=0/jobs/32710780#/jobs/32710780

## About the Role

* Extensive experience in read and write COBOL programs.
 * Experience in reading and writing JCL.
 * Expertise in how to navigate around in TSO and how to use its various functionalities.
 * Must know the basics for using Microsoft Word and Excel.
 * Knowledge of Outlook is helpful.
 * Knowledge of the ChangeMan source handling software is very helpful.
 * Knowledge of VSAM file processing is very helpful. Knowledge of File-Aid is very helpful.
 * Works on high-visibility, or mission critical aspects of a given program, and performs all functional duties independently.
 * Oversees the efforts of direct reporting resources and/or be responsible for the efforts of all staff assigned to a specific job., * 10+ years' expensive experience developing/programming in COBOL/CICS.
 * Experience with the following:
o JCL/PROCS
o IMS DB
o UTILITIES - IBM/others (SORT, IEBGENER, etc.)
o Control statements
o File structures:

 * VSAM
 * DB2
 * ORACLE
o TSO/SPF
o Debug skills - ABEND-AID (or others)
o SQL, PL/SQL, * Web Services experience

 * Strong written and verbal communication
 * Proven ability to work independently and as a team member
 * Software Development Lifecycle experience (Waterfall or Agile)

Education Requirements:

 * A minimum of thirteen (13) to twenty (20) years' relevant experience.
 * A degree from an accredited College/University in the applicable field of services is preferred. four additional years of relevant experience in lieu of a college degree is required. If the individual's degree is not in the applicable field then four additional years of related experience is required.

## Description

The client seeks a COBOL developer to support business needs. The programmer must have extensive experience developing the COBOL/CICS language.

Maintains and supports the integrity of a variety of operating system environments (i.e.. Windows, Linux, etc.) and various computer systems.

Duties include the following: administer, install, and troubleshoot issues; perform system maintenance tasks such as system back-up, recovery and file maintenance.; schedule, install, and test system software upgrades; configure software and resolve technical problems; monitor and maintain software licensing and maintenance agreements.


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