Mainframe Technical Architect

HYBRID - Candidates need to be onsite part time from the beginning of the engagement. Once all staff return to site full time the candidate will be expected to be onsite full time. The candidate will need to be onsite the first day to collect equipment.*****

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Title : NCDES-Technical Architect-Mainframe 806371
Location : Raleigh, NC
Duration : 6 Months
Job Type : C
Description : Client seeks to procure one contractor to fill a Mainframe Programmer Architect role. The primary responsibility is to cleanse data in the current legacy Benefit Payments System and convert the data to Oracle.

The Mainframe Architect is expected to handle design, implementation, and maintenance of mainframe computer systems for DES. The primary responsibilities of this position is to assist in maintaining the FARS systems and work on the FARS Modernization project including data cleansing and conversion. The contractor will work with other technical teams to ensure that the mainframe system is properly integrated with other systems and technologies. They are expected to help resolve technical issues that arise with the mainframe system. This may include working with other technical teams to diagnose and resolve problems, as well as developing and implementing preventative measures to minimize the risk of future issues.

**This position allows for a hybrid work schedule, with hours split between remote and onsite. Contractor is expected to report onsite on a consistent basis. The standard schedule in alternating between one week remote and one week onsite, however, depending on management discretion, an alternative schedule may be allowed but depends on workload demands.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of VSAM and Hierarchical database structures
Required Skills:
Technical knowledge and experience with mainframe technology. COBOL 10years, CICS 10 yrs, VSAM 10yrs, and JCL (10yrs.)
• Knowledge and experience in converting data from one application to another (10 yrs.)
• Successful completion of technology projects within area of responsibility
• Analyzing feasibility, compatibility and cost of solutions
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Desired skills:
• Knowledge of FARS application
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to engage business experts in the purpose and use of data in the Benefit Payment Application
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