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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mainframe Specialist - **Company:** Accenture - **Location:** Overland Park, KS, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Customer Information Control System (CICS), COBOL (Programming Language), IBM DB2, Job Control Language (JCL), Rexx (Programming Language), Mainframes, IBM Resource Access Control Facility, Virtual Storage Access Methods, Tso/ispf, Legacy Systems - **Published:** July 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13608283 ## About the Role + 3+ years of hands-on mainframe development experience in one or more of: COBOL, JCL, VSAM, CICS, DB2, Assembler, REXX, SPUFI, TSO/ISPF, or RACF. + 3+ years leading or executing mainframe modernization initiatives with a demonstrable track record of delivery. + Bachelor's degree, or equivalent minimum 12 years' work experience. (Associate's Degree requires minimum 6 years' work experience.) Preferred Qualifications + Certifications in mainframe technologies (e.g., IBM Certified) and project management (e.g., PMP, SAFe). + Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills-proven ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams. ## Description Are you a seasoned Mainframe Specialist with deep, hands-on command of COBOL, JCL, VSAM, CICS, DB2, Assembler, REXX, SPUFI, TSO/ISPF, and RACF? We are looking for exceptional talent to join our Mainframe Modernization practice and serve as a technical anchor for high-impact transformation programs. Depending on experience, this role may be filled at the Mainframe Specialist or Associate Manager level. Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Leadership + Serve as subject-matter expert across core mainframe technologies, providing hands-on guidance to project teams and clients. + Lead the design, development, and modernization of mainframe applications, enforcing best practices and architectural standards. + Evaluate legacy systems and propose actionable modernization strategies-covering rehosting, refactoring, re-platforming, and reengineering approaches. + Oversee the implementation of approved modernization roadmaps, from inception through go-live. Collaboration & Delivery + Partner with cross-functional teams-architects, developers, QA, and business analysts-to gather requirements, analyze business needs, and deliver high-quality solutions. + Collaborate with senior leadership to secure executive sponsorship and organizational buy-in for modernization investments. + Maintain strong client and stakeholder relationships, providing expert guidance on strategy, risk, and solution design. People & Practice Development + Mentor and coach junior team members, cultivating their mainframe and modernization skills. + Define and continuously refine the practice roadmap, aligning modernization initiatives with organizational goals. + Stay current with industry trends and emerging mainframe technologies, incorporating new capabilities into the practice. ## Related Videos - [Building with IBM Bob](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100275-building-with-ibm-bob) - [Cloud as the new mainframe: why the cloud hype does not reflect the dev reality](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/797-cloud-as-the-new-mainframe-why-the-cloud-hype-does-not-reflect-the-dev-reality) - [Data Fabric in Action - How to enhance a Stock Trading App with ML and Data Virtualization](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/253-data-fabric-in-action-how-to-enhance-a-stock-trading-app-with-ml-and-data-virtualization) - [".Net is too slow" was not an option](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100176-net-is-too-slow-was-not-an-option) - [Migrating from COBOL with AI: A Moonshot Demo](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1531-migrating-from-cobol-with-ai-a-moonshot-demo) - [Grappling With Clunky Old Software? 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