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SPN Solutions

Mainframe Computer Operator

Washington, DC · On-site

$26/hr

Government Publishing Office (GPO) . This role is part of a dedicated onsite team responsible for maintaining uninterrupted mainframe printing and processing services that directly support federal ...

BVA Bear's IT Solutions

Mainframe Engineer

Boiling Springs, PA · On-site +1

$47.50 - $61/hr

... Government Holidays with the core hours (9am to 3pm) being covered. As a Mainframe Engineer will ... play a key role in developing, maintaining, and optimizing mission-critical mainframe applications ...

Serigor

Senior Mainframe Developer

Columbia, MD · Hybrid

Senior Mainframe Developer Location: Columbia, MD Job Type: Full-Time Position Overview We are ... Experience supporting government, financial, healthcare, tax, or other large enterprise ...

BVA Bear's IT Solutions

Mainframe Engineer

Boiling Springs, PA · On-site

$47.50 - $61/hr

... Government Holidays with the core hours (9am to 3pm) being covered. As a Mainframe Engineer will ... play a key role in developing, maintaining, and optimizing mission-critical mainframe applications ...

Infojini Inc

Mainframe Specialist

Raleigh, NC

$47.75 - $61.25/hr

Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate or government as programmer analyst. Proven ... mainframe environment. Proven knowledge of principles and techniques of computer programming ...

VIVA USA INC

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

Houston, TX · On-site +1

$37.50 - $42.50/hr

... government Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG), system performance, problem ... Knowledge of mainframe storage and backup. Hands on experience of IBM mainframe IPL processes ...

CREATIVE GLOBAL CONSULTING

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

$56.25 - $71.75/hr

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer Client: IBM POP: 12+ months Location: Remote US Citizen REQUIRED ... System security compliance to Federal government Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG)

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Mainframe Project Manager

Baltimore, MD

$48.75 - $62.50/hr

Tuknik Government Services, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company , is seeking a Mainframe Project Manager to support TGS and our government customer in Baltimore, MD. We offer competitive ...

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Mainframe Project Manager

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$48.75 - $62.50/hr

Tuknik Government Services, LLC, a Koniag Government Services company , is seeking a Mainframe Project Manager to support TGS and our government customer in Baltimore, MD. We offer competitive ...

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As of Jun 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainframes government in the United States is $53.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.12 and $60.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Mainframes Government vs Mainframes Private Sector?

AspectMainframes GovernmentMainframes Private Sector
CertificationsOften requires government-specific certifications and security clearancesIndustry-standard certifications like IBM Certified System Programmer
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies with structured protocols and security measuresCorporate offices or data centers with competitive environments
Employer & Industry UsagePrimarily government agencies, defense, and public sectorFinancial institutions, large corporations, and tech firms
Job FocusData security, compliance, and large-scale system maintenanceSystem optimization, client support, and innovation

In summary, Mainframes Government roles focus on security, compliance, and working within structured government environments, often requiring specific certifications. Mainframes Private Sector positions emphasize system performance, client support, and innovation in a competitive industry setting.

Infographic showing various Mainframes Government job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 55% Full Time, and 45% Contract. Highlights an 90% In-person, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,026 per year, or $53.4 per hour.
Mainframe Application Engineer, Senior

Mainframe Application Engineer, Senior

Imagine One Technology & Management Ltd

Charleston, SC • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

Imagine One Technology & Management, Ltd. is seeking a Senior Mainframe Application Engineer, contingent upon award of the associated work. This position will be based in Charleston, SC.

The Senior Mainframe Application Engineer is responsible for analyzing, planning, designing, and documenting changes to mainframe software applications written in COBOL that execute in batch or online CICS environments within a z/OS-based environment. The engineer formulates or updates Business Information System (BIS) architectures and assists mainframe software sustainers with implementation and testing activities supporting Marine Corps enterprise manpower systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze, design, and document updates to COBOL-based mainframe applications.
  • Implement changes to batch and CICS applications within z/OS environments.
  • Architect solutions based on government-provided design requirements.
  • Perform unit testing and support peer reviews.
  • Support Production Trouble Reports (PTRs), SCRs, and FCRs.
  • Provide hour estimates for Software Releases and Standalone SCRs.
  • Analyze and translate DoD pay and personnel business rule logic into secure code.
  • Develop operational and system-level architecture views.
  • Support engineering efforts aligned with MCAAP or other RMF implementations.

Desired Experience:

  • 6+ years engineering enterprise-scale mainframe software applications.
  • 6+ years implementing and updating DoD pay and personnel business rule logic.
  • 4+ years engineering systems within MCAAP or other Risk Management Framework implementations.
  • Experience developing operational and system-level architecture views.

Security Requirements:

  • U.S. Citizen.
  • Active Secret clearance required.

Imagine One offers a full package of benefits and competitive salary, excellent group medical, vision, and dental programs. 401K savings plan; $4K annual tuition reimbursement ($5K if pursuing master’s degree); employee training, development, and education programs; profit sharing; advancement opportunities; and much more!

ISO 9001:2015, ISO 20000-1:2018, ISO 27001:2022
CMMI Development and Services - Maturity Level 3
CMMC Level 2 (C3PAO)
An Employee-Owned Business

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