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# On-Site Natural/ADABAS/SQL Consultant (Automated eligibility determination Systems/Mainframe SME/SNAP/TANF)

- **Company:** TELECOMMUTING
- **Location:** Jackson, MS, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Adaptable Database Systems, Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), JIRA, Computer Programming, Relational Databases, Linux, Job Control Language (JCL), IBM Mainframe, Mainframes, Scrum Methodology, Systems Development Life Cycle, SQL Databases, Systems Architecture, Web Services
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e6c0225d-457f-4bf4-8f68-b6daa875a700

## About the Role

* 15+ years of Natural programming with ADABAS, including running Natural processes in batch (JCL and/or SCL) and online, plus analysis, design, and programming for large/complex projects on IBM Mainframe/Linux systems
 * 4+ years with automated eligibility determination systems
 * 3+ years providing SME guidance on system architecture
 * 3+ years recommending system and process enhancements
 * 3+ years developing and maintaining procedure, policy, and process documentation
 * 2+ years of knowledge of SNAP/TANF eligibility and economic assistance policies, including current state and federal mandates (MAVS or similar)
 * 2+ years interpreting, designing, and implementing federal and state mandates in systems such as MAVS
 * 2+ years promoting system notices from test environments through production
 * Natural (Advanced), ADABAS (Advanced), NaturalONE/SAG Designer (Intermediate), Web Services/APIs (Intermediate), relational databases/SQL (Intermediate), and SDLC (Intermediate)
 * Ability to effectively communicate in English verbally and in writing.
 * Strong oral and written communication, and time management skills.
 * Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
 * Ability to work independently but effectively with a team to accomplish team projects and solve technical problems.
 * Ability to conceive and/or develop creative solutions and possess strong problem-solving skills.
 * Ability to manage multiple projects and work independently or as part of a team
 * Experience with SCRUM /Iteration methodologies.
 * Mainframe (SME), Windows (Advanced), Linux (Intermediate)
PREFERRED

 * Jira
 * Legacy technology modernization experience
 * Strong written/verbal communication, presentation, and facilitation skills, Candidates should be authorized to work in the US.

## Description

s and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor H1b candidates at this time.
NOTE: GIS will utilize the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify system to verify the employment eligibility of all persons employed during the term of the Contract
Note to Consulting Companies : ANY CONSULTANT S RESUME YOU SEND us MUST BE ON YOUR COMPANY S PAYROLL, NO H1-VISA TRANSFER, NO PRO-MARKETING, NO SISTER COMPANY RESUMES. The resume should have the DIRECT contact info and email of the candidate otherwise the candidate will NOT be considered. ALL H1 candidates including those onWOULD need to provide I-797 + DL Copy (no exceptions).

Each staff member assigned to this project must have a background screening that is equivalent to a Level Two (2) screening standard.

This is a fixed fee/hourly based project which is inclusive of travel, lodging, per diem expenses and all other costs associated with the completion of the associated tasks.

Interviews:
At the discretion of the manager, interviews may be conducted remotely via Microsoft Teams. A phone interview may also be requested as a first step., Our client is seeking a talented and highly effective Senior Natural/ADABAS Developer to join their development and support team. The team is currently supporting, enhancing and maintaining the statewide SNAP/TANF Eligibility Determination system. The enhancements include use of latest technologies as needed to interface/integrate with other systems on different platforms and automation of current processes