Journeymen Computer Programmer

• Analyzes highly complex business requirements, designs and writes technical specifications to design or redesign complex computer platforms and applications.
• Provides coding direction to less experienced staff or develops highly complex original code.
• Acts as a senior technical resource and subject matter expert in IBM mainframe COBOL architecture, providing guidance on code optimization, batch processing design, and legacy system modernization.
• Verifies program logic by overseeing the preparation of test data, testing and debugging of programs.
• Oversees overall systems testing and the migration of platforms and applications to production.
• Develops new documentation, departmental technical procedures and user guides.
• Assures quality, security and compliance requirements are met for supported area and oversees the creation of or updates to and testing of the business continuation plan.
• Analyzes and optimizes batch job streams, JCL, and scheduling dependencies to improve throughput and reduce processing windows.
• Provides production support including root cause analysis, incident resolution, and code defect remediation for mainframe applications.
• Participates in legacy code assessment and refactoring initiatives, supporting modernization planning while maintaining system stability and continuity of operations., The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required. Cybermedia Technologies management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary. In addition, where applicable and available, reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions of this position.

• 5+ years of experience as a COBOL code programmer with a demonstrated record of achievement in mainframe COBOL application development within the past year.
• Background and technical expertise with an IBM mainframe application development environment, including z/OS, VSAM, CICS, and DB2.
• Proficient in ISPF, COBOL, CICS, VSAM, JCL, DB2 and IBM utilities; experience with job scheduling tools and RACF or equivalent mainframe security frameworks strongly preferred.
• Candidate must be able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to work independently and with minimum supervision.

Education:

• Applicant must have a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Clearance Requirements:

• Preferred Secret clearance, If you are looking for a fun and challenging environment with talented, motivated people to work with, CTEC is the right place for you. In addition to employee salary, we offer an array of employee benefits including

CTEC is a leading technology firm that provides modernization, digital transformation, and application development services to the U.S. Federal Government. Headquartered in McLean, VA, CTEC has over 300 team members working on mission-critical systems and projects for agencies such as the Department of Homeland Security, Internal Revenue Service, and the Office of Personnel Management. The work we do effects millions of U.S. citizens daily as they interact with the systems we build. Our best-in-class commercial solutions, modified for our customers’ bespoke mission requirements, are enabling this future every day.

The Company has experienced rapid growth over the past 3 years and recently received a strategic investment from Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN). In addition to our recent growth in Federal Civilian agencies, we are seeking to expand our capabilities in cloud development and footprint in national-security focused agencies within the Department of Defense and U.S. Intelligence Community.