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Idms Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

COBOL IDMS/ADSO

Cleveland, OH

$48.75 - $66/hr

Company Description World leading coating manufacturer with HQ in the Cleveland area Conversion of an existing Accounts Receivable system from Cobol/IDMS to web based Java/Oracle. Full life cycle ...

Mainframe Developer-----Need GC and USC

Columbus, OH · On-site

$47.25 - $60.75/hr

Mainframe, Cobol, IDMS, Agile, Scrum The ideal candidate should have experience with CICS, JCL, ESP, ChangeMan and VSAM. This is supporting the Pallm application. Responsibilities include design ...

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What is an idms?

An IDMS job typically involves working with Integrated Database Management System (IDMS), a network database management system used in mainframe environments. Professionals in this role are responsible for database design, development, maintenance, and performance tuning. They may also handle database security, backup, and recovery processes to ensure data integrity. Strong knowledge of COBOL, JCL, and SQL is often required for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the idms position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an IDMS (Integrated Data Management System) Specialist, you need strong expertise in database management, data modeling, and COBOL or mainframe programming, often backed by a degree in computer science or IT. Familiarity with CA IDMS, SQL, data migration tools, and mainframe environments is typically required, with certifications in database technologies being advantageous. Attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication are valuable soft skills for collaborating with cross-functional technical teams. These skills are crucial to ensure high data integrity, smooth system operations, and successful implementation of data solutions in enterprise environments.

What does a typical day look like for an idms specialist working in an enterprise IT environment?

A typical day for an IDMS Specialist involves maintaining and optimizing CA IDMS databases, performing data migrations, and ensuring data quality across applications. You may be responsible for troubleshooting performance issues, designing new database structures, and collaborating with application developers and business analysts to support new or existing projects. Regular meetings with IT teams to plan upgrades or resolve incidents are common, and you’ll often document database changes and best practices. The role combines independent analytical work with frequent teamwork, making communication and adaptability key aspects of the daily workflow.

What are the most commonly searched types of Idms jobs in Ohio? The most popular types of Idms jobs in Ohio are:
Infographic showing various Idms job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 13% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution.

$48.75 - $66/hr

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Job description

Company Description

World leading coating manufacturer with HQ in the Cleveland area

Job Description

Conversion of an existing Accounts Receivable system from Cobol/IDMS to web based Java/Oracle. Full life cycle development experience is required. Ability to transfer knowledge and bring new ideas and solutions to the project. This is heavy design, development and testing work. 

Qualifications

Required skills

The successful candidate needs at least 5-8 years of mainframe COBOL, IDMS/ADSO computer programming, systems design, and analysis experience. MVS, JCL, TSO are also required. VSAM experience is a plus.  A basic understanding of network concepts, PC operation, and productivity tools is required.

Preferred Skills

The preferred skills are 8-10 years mainframe computer programming (COBOL, IDMS/ADSO), design and analysis experience (with 2-3 years JAVA2, JSP/HTML, EJBs, Oracle 9i, Web Classes, Active-X, and other Web development tools). The preferred candidate has relevant experience with hierarchical, network, and relational database coding and design concepts. This candidate is comfortable in both mainframe and microcomputer environments and has experience in the area of web application development.

Additional Information

Good Attitude

Team Player able to work as part of a team or independently

Good communication skills both oral and written.

Customer service oriented

Excellent organization skills