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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Mainframe DBA/COBOL Programmer - **Company:** CORINTH CO - **Location:** Leesburg, VA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $86,000.0 - $97,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Assembly Language, Customer Information Control System (CICS), COBOL (Programming Language), Code Review, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Databases, Data Integrity, Database Models, Database Schema, Database Storage Structures, Job Control Language (JCL), Interactive System Productivity Facility (ISPF), Mainframes, Mantis Databases, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, System Testing, Performance Monitor, 3-tier Architectures, Text Files - **Published:** August 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=612df13caecbd076 ## About the Role * 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. ## Description 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., * 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 client's mission by ensuring mainframe applications and underlying database structures remain secure, compliant, and operational. ## Related Videos - [".Net is too slow" was not an option](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100176-net-is-too-slow-was-not-an-option) - [Everything as Code: A Dozen As-Code Concepts beyond Infrastructure or Configuration as Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1061-everything-as-code-a-dozen-as-code-concepts-beyond-infrastructure-or-configuration-as-code) - [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) - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [Migrating from COBOL with AI: A Moonshot Demo](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1531-migrating-from-cobol-with-ai-a-moonshot-demo) - [Building with IBM Bob](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100275-building-with-ibm-bob) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The 10 C++ programming questions to expect in an interview](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/50-the-10-c-programming-questions-to-expect-in-an-interview) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [10 Highest Paying Programming Languages 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/150-10-highest-paying-programming-languages-2025) - [Can coding be the next blue collar career?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/44-can-coding-be-the-next-blue-collar-career) - [93 Java Interview Questions You Should Prepare For](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/14-93-java-interview-questions-you-should-prepare-for)