Java - Mainframe Programmer

Overview

GovCIO is currently hiring for Java - Mainframe Developer to perform maintenance, remediation’s, and updates to mission critical applications used to support the DCSA background investigation processes. The position does not require legacy/mainframe experience, but candidates MUST to be open to learning the "Legacy/Mainframe technologies" Provide architecture, development and cyber security support for the High Value Assets (HVAs) that make up the background investigation system.

This position is located in Baltimore, MD, Quantico, VA, or Boyers, PA and will be a full remote position.

In this role you will support the Defense Counterintelligence Security Agency (DCSA), Background Information Systems (BIS), Case Processing and other background investigation systems. The successful candidate will support requirements elicitation, analysis, development, testing, and application level operational support for mission critical applications providing background investigation processing. The position serves as a member of the development team working both operational and maintenance (O&M) and enhancement initiatives associated with application-level development and operations support.

The position requires interaction and coordination touchpoints related to infrastructure, networking, security, and other support entities. Service Now is the primary workflow management tool used within the environment.

Specific responsibilities will include:

• Designs and codes applications following specifications using the appropriate tools
• Maintains and modifies existing software applications.
• Analyzes detailed systems factors, including input and output requirements, information flow, hardware and software requirements, and alternative methods of problem resolution.
• Performs modifications to and maintenance of operational programs and procedures.
• Participates in code reviews to represent reviewed work for adherence to standards and specifications.
• Writes or revises program documentation, operations documentation and user guides in accordance with standards.
• Resolves problems with software and responds to suggestions for improvements and enhancements.
• Acts as team member on projects.

Bachelor's with 5 - 8 years (or commensurate experience)

• Must be open to learning legacy technologies and tools such as Natural
• Experience 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 using IBM’s Connect:
  Direct for file transfers
• Proficiency programming in Natural using ADABAS
• Experienced in developing using Software AG’s Natural
  
  ONE Eclipse-based development environment
• Experience with using IBM MQ
• Familiarity with Confluence and Jira
• Working knowledge of Service Now
• Experience with meeting hosting via MS Teams

GovCIO is a team of transformers--people who are passionate about transforming government IT. Every day, we make a positive impact by delivering innovative IT services and solutions that improve how government agencies operate and serve our citizens.

But we can't do it alone. We need great people to help us do great things - for our customers, our culture, and our ability to attract other great people. We are changing the face of government IT and building a workforce that fuels this mission. Are you ready to be a transformer?

If you are selected to move forward through the process, here’s what you can expect:

• During the Interview Process
• Virtual video interview conducted via video with the hiring manager and/or team
• Camera must be on
• A valid photo  be presented during each interview
• During the Hiring Process
• Enhanced Biometrics  screening
• Background check, to include:
• Criminal history (past…