Java - Mainframe Programmer

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for a Java – Mainframe Developer to perform maintenance, remediation, and updates to mission critical applications that support the DCSA background investigation processes. This position does not require legacy/mainframe experience; candidates must be open to learning legacy/mainframe technologies. The role provides architecture, development, and cyber‑security support for the High Value Assets (HVAs) that make up the background investigation system.

Location:

US‑Remote.

In this role you will support the Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA), Background Information Systems (BIS), Case Processing, and other background investigation systems. You will be part of a team that performs requirements elicitation, analysis, development, testing, and application‑level operational support for mission critical applications. Your day‑to‑day responsibilities include:

• Design and code applications following specifications.
• Maintain and modify existing software applications.
• Analyze system factors, including input/output requirements and information flow.
• Perform modifications to operational programs and procedures.
• Participate in code reviews to ensure adherence to standards.
• Write or revise program documentation, operations documentation, and user guides.
• Resolve software problems and suggest improvements and enhancements.
• Act as a team member on projects.

Bachelor’s degree with 5–8 years of experience (or commensurate experience).

• Must be open to learning legacy technologies and tools such as Natural.
• Experience of 4 to 6 years of Java development.
• Proficiency in building web‑based applications.
• In‑depth knowledge of Java, JEE.
• Familiarity with agile environments.
• Troubleshooting abilities.
• Good communication skills.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to communicate well and work in a collaborative team environment.

Clearance Required:

US Citizenship and ability to hold a TS Security Clearance.

• Active security clearance of Top‑Secret level or higher.
• Strong working knowledge of IBM’s Connect:
  Direct for file transfers.
• Proficiency in programming Natural using ADABAS.
• Experience developing using Software AG’s Natural
  
  ONE Eclipse‑based environment.
• Experience with IBM MQ.
• Familiarity with Confluence and Jira.
• Working knowledge of Service Now.
• Experience with meeting hosting via MS Teams.

Posted Pay Range: USD $82,000.00 – USD $95,000.00 /yr.

GovCIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EOE, including disability/vets.