Mainframe Programmer Analyst

Position: Mainframe Programmer AnalystDuration: 1 yearLocation: Montgomery, AL (Onsite from Day 1)Position DescriptionThis is professional programming and analysis work with the Department of Human Resources, Information Services Division.The candidate is responsible for systems analysis, design, development, quality assurance and integration. Must be able to translate technical Impact documents into desired coding/application programming. Must analyze and understand existing products and their implementation to determine best method to add and/or change features and functionality. Must produce deliverables related to the project(s) assigned and assist in post implementation support and system enhancements. Must be able to extensively test and debug programming code so that systems applications operate substantially error free. Must learn business processes/logic of the mainframe system and DB2 database/VSAM structure to facilitate analysis and programming requirements. Must provide development status updates to management on a regular basis.Required SkillsExperience in all areas of the systems development life cycle Strong knowledge and use of COBOL, CICS, and SQL or DB2 Good understanding of mainframe processing Possess strong data analysis skills Be able to modify or develop Mainframe logic to create expectant results Must be able to implement and document software solutions used in programming Ability to work on time critical projectsRequired Experience5+ years of experience in computer programming utilizing Mainframe technology to manipulate databases or files 2+ years of experience in system analysis and designing computer systemsEducation RequiredBachelor's degree in related field in computer science or Information Technology.