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Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

Columbia, MD · Remote

$56.25 - $71.75/hr

Remote Duration: 12+ Months Contract Task Description: As an US Citizen and as a Senior System Programmer (Mainframe) supporting IBM z15 and z16 mainframe and z/OS 2.5 or higher operating system. As ...

Corinth

Mainframe DBA/COBOL Programmer

Leesburg, VA · Remote

$86K - $97K/yr

Remote Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt Salary Range: $86,000 - $97,000 Citizenship Requirement ... Familiarity with DoD financial management or contract administration systems in a mainframe ...

System One

Senior Mainframe Engineer

Merrifield, VA · Remote

Senior Mainframe Engineer Location: remote Pay rate: open to W2 and established 1099s Position type: multiyear contract We are currently seeking a Senior Mainframe Programmer/Support Analyst with a ...

Apex Informatics

Software Engineer (Java, Mainframe)

$53 - $72.75/hr

Role:-Software Engineer (Java, Mainframe) Location:-Pittsburgh, PA (Remote) Duration:-Long term Contract JD:- Impact/Function this role has within the bank/LOB: • Software developer, supporting ...

Georgia IT, Inc.

Mainframe QA Tester - 100% Remote

Georgia IT, Inc. is seeking a Mainframe QA Tester for a 12-month contract position. The role involves creating manual test cases, performing QA activities independently, and working within an Agile ...

A.C. Coy

Cobol/IDMS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

$48 - $65/hr

This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position. * Must be a US Citizen. * SELECTED CANDIDATES ... OS-based mainframe experience using COBOL, CICS, JCL, TSO, ISPF, Endevor, and REXX. * Strong ...

A.C. Coy

Cobol/IDMS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · Remote

$48 - $65/hr

This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position. * Must be a US Citizen. * SELECTED CANDIDATES ... OS-based mainframe experience using COBOL, CICS, JCL, TSO, ISPF, Endevor, and REXX. * Strong ...

A.C. Coy

Cobol/IDMS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · Remote

$48 - $65/hr

This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position. * Must be a US Citizen. * SELECTED CANDIDATES ... OS-based mainframe experience using COBOL, CICS, JCL, TSO, ISPF, Endevor, and REXX. * Strong ...

A.C. Coy

FOCUS COBOL CICS Developer (Remote)

Indianapolis, IN · On-site +1

$48 - $65/hr

This will be a 100% remote Contract-to-Hire position. * Must be a US Citizen. * SELECTED CANDIDATES ... mainframe experience using COBOL, CICS, JCL, DB2. * Prior experience working with FOCUS COBOL.

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As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote contract mainframe 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 Remote Contract Mainframe vs Remote Contract COBOL Developer?

AspectRemote Contract MainframeRemote Contract COBOL Developer
Required CredentialsMainframe certifications, COBOL knowledgeCOBOL certifications, mainframe experience
Work EnvironmentMainframe systems, legacy platformsLegacy systems, mainframe environments
Industry UsageFinancial, insurance, governmentFinancial, banking, insurance
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding mainframe roles, contract workCOBOL programming, contract opportunities

Remote Contract Mainframe and Remote Contract COBOL Developer roles both involve working with legacy mainframe systems, often in financial and government sectors. While they share similar credentials and work environments, the main difference lies in the focus: mainframe roles encompass broader system management, whereas COBOL developers specialize in programming and maintaining COBOL code. Both roles are in high demand for legacy system support and often overlap in job requirements.

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Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

CREATIVE GLOBAL CONSULTING

Columbia, MD • On-site, Remote

$53.50 - $68.25/hr

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Job Details:
Role: Mainframe z/OS System Programmer
Location: Remote
Duration: 12+ Months Contract
Task Description:
As an US Citizen and as a Senior System Programmer (Mainframe) supporting IBM z15 and z16 mainframe and z/OS 2.5 or higher operating system. As part of IBM zCloud resource pool, supporting the zCloud Offering which consist of the following clients Federal Retirement Investment Board (FRTIB), Bureau of the Fiscal Service (Fiscal), JP Morgan Chase, and Railroad Retirement Board (RRB) clients. Primary tasks being MVS systems programming activities such as system security compliance to Federal government Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG), system performance, problem determination and resolution, and RACF/ACF2/Top Secret security administration and System Automation support. Other day to day activities include managing tasks in ServiceNow (SNOW) creating change requests for implementation and peer reviewing changes. Knowledge of mainframe storage and backup. Hands on experience of IBM mainframe IPL processes managing multiple z/OS LPARs as required by the client.
Required skills/Level of Experience :
  • 10+ years of experience installing, customizing, and maintaining z/OS operating system.
  • 5+ years of experience Supporting a stabilized IBM mainframe system environment.
  • Experienced with SMP/E and Mainframe Software Maintenance with performance, problem determination and resolution skills.
  • Perform systems planning, installation/decommission, configuration/customization, and patching.
  • Reporting for MVS, familiar with security reports.
  • MVS system level parameters and user ID definition process.
  • Experience defining and validating data encryption methods and security requirements.
  • Experience monitoring and managing security reporting ensuring systems are compliant.
  • Assist systems programmers in the design and management of ACF2 / RACF / TSS for all regions and LPARs.
  • Executes regulatory and operational control activities related to user provisioning, de-provisioning and access re-certification.
  • Proficient in Audits

Nice to have skills:
  • Knowledge of Federal DISA Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGS).
  • Knowledge of ServiceNow and ITSM processes

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