Mainframe Analyst

Job Title : Mainframe Analyst
Location: Trenton, NJ 08625- Hybrid Role (3 days Onsite, 2 days Remote)
Duration: 5+ Months
Rate: $40/hr on W2 or $47/hr on C2C or 1099- MAX
Local Only, COBOL, CICS, DB2, Stored Procedures, JCL, MQ Programs.

Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated Mainframe Analyst ready to take us to the next level! If you have 8+ years’ experience in COBOL, CICS, DB2 and are looking for your next career move, apply now.

Job Description
We are looking for a Mainframe Analyst to analyze, maintain, and enhance existing mainframe applications while extracting and documenting business rules. This position will be contract and hybrid in Trenton, NJ.

What You’ll Do
• Analyze existing COBOL/CICS/DB2/MQ programs to extract and document business logic and rules
• Review batch processing systems, including JCLs and procedures, to document program workflows
• Perform analysis, design, coding, and testing of application code owned by the Application Team
• Support production systems, including maintenance, enhancements, and issue resolution
• Develop or modify programs and DB2 stored procedures and perform unit testing
• Collaborate with IT and business units to design and implement technical solutions for case management systems
• Participate in system and usability testing alongside business users
• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation
• Work under the supervision of the AOC Project Manager or designated IT representative

What You’ll Need
Required:
• 4-year college degree or equivalent technical study
• 8+ years of experience with:
o COBOL/CICS/DB2 coding, testing, and debugging
o IBM OS/JCL (MVS)
o CICS
o IBM DB2
o Developing technical and supporting documentation
o Participating in system and usability testing with users
o Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to work across technical and non-technical teams
• Experience coding complex DB2 stored procedures
• Experience with MQ or APPC/LU 6.2 programming in COBOL-CICS
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions

Preferred:
• Experience with IDMS/DC to CICS conversions
• Experience with IDMS to DB2 conversions
• Experience with database conversions
• Prior experience supporting case management systems or judiciary-related applications

Interested candidates send your resume to alex@amtexenterprises.com