Cobol Developer

Senior COBOL CICS DeveloperLocation: Remote - (Jackson, MS-39211) Duration: 12+ Months ContractJob DescriptionWe are looking for a talented and highly effective Senior COBOL CICS Developer to join our development and support team. We are 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.Required Skills / ExperienceEnterprise System Programming experience in COBOL CICS utilizing ADABAS database.Experienced in troubleshooting complex SNAP and TANF eligibility determination systems in a Linux environment utilizing MicroFocus COBOL in enterprise developer.Ability to create new screens and functionality to integrate with legacy system.Experience in the analysis, design, and programming of large or complex development projects on large-scale IBM Mainframe/Linux systems.Experience with automated eligibility determination systems specifically SNAP and TANF Eligibility, SNAP E&T, Benefits, Benefit Recovery.Ability to provide subject matter expertise on Mainframe CICS system architectures.Ability to provide recommendations regarding enhancements to the systems and processes.Experience developing, maintaining, and updating documentation for procedures, policies, and processes.Knowledge of SNAP and TANF eligibility and economic assistance policies and procedures, and current state and federal mandates as implemented or similar to those in MAVS, the Mississippi statewide eligibility determination system.Experience interpreting, designing and implementing federal and state mandates in Linux systems such as MAVS.Preferred Skills / ExperienceAbility 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.Experience with SCRUM/Iteration methodologies.Experience with Jira Software.Ability to work on many projects at one time.Experience converting outdated technologies to new cutting edge technologies.