Contractor Resume

CAREER SUMMARY

Mainframe programmer specializing in applications development. Experience in all phases of software development life cycle. Proven success enhancing existing systems with new features and performance improvements. Core strengths in:

Application Programming
Trouble shooting - Problem solving
Data gathering
Technical Specification Writing
Time Management
Technical Communication

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Languages:Hogan Umbrella, Hogan PPS/PAS, COBOL/DB2,
VSAM, MVS/JCL, Assembler, Eztrieve

Hardware:IBM 90 Series Mainframe

Tools:IBM utilities, File-aid, Xpediter, TSO, CA7, ISPF, FTP, SAR, Changeman, Endeavor, RTI

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Confidential,Westlake, Ohio September 2011 – May 2012
Contractor
Developed, maintained and implemented mainframe programs to enhance productivity in all three existing MAS systems.

Developed and implemented COBOL and EZTRIEVE programs in NA, AP, and UK regions in a batch and online environment.
Modified existing CICS online screens with new functionality.
Created JCL for new program execution. Modified JCL for record length changes, new datasets, checking for empty files and email confirmation. Create JCL for all testing environments.
Provide test cases for each system and for each environment documenting all test results.
Provide documentation describing detailed changes, enhancements to programs, JCL and CICS screens. Provide compare listings and JCL checks.
Execute Deposit, ACH and Distribution cycles. Use RTI tool to test CICS transactions.
Create and modify CA7 schedules. Set up SAR requirements.

Confidential,Strongsville, Ohio November 2000 – March 2010
Software Engineer II
Developed, maintained and implemented COBOL mainframe programs to enhance productivity, upgrade existing systems, reduce cost and time.

Provided accurate estimates, developed and implemented Hogan programs. Supported $9M Transaction Exchange (TEX) project to stay within budget and meet target implementation date.

Confidential,Strongsville, Ohio November 2000 – March 2010
Software Engineer II

Designed and developed billing system for EDI replacement project using Hogan software. Saved project $250K when vendor did not deliver solution.
Created Ad Hoc COBOL programs for the EDI conversion project updating and merging VSAM files.
Created COBOL programs and JCL for the IDH application that supported the $10M CBS project. Reduced testing batch cycles by 3 hours.
Created COBOL programs using VSAM files for the ECP project that captured electronic debit reject items and provided multi-partner capabilities. Streamlined existing JCL to be more efficient, reducing runtime by 25%.
Developed COBOL programs for the IVR application to notify AIS support staff of file issues and file retrieval. Reduced DASD space by 50%.
Used CICS screens to open/close files, Enable /Disable files, new copy online COBOL programs.
Used IBM utilities to create, copy and delete VSAM files.
Created new online test regions for CPCS/PTF25 upgrade and SDF replacement projects. Completed Exstream Software training.

Confidential,Ohio June 1991 – August 1999
Associate / Computer Programmer
Developed, maintained and implemented COBOL mainframe programs. Completed six month training program with various IT departments in the bank.

Maintained Hogan application code through RCS system. Migrated Hogan code through the production life cycle. Developed Hogan PPS/PAS programs.
Developed COBOL programs using DB2 for the Private Banking application.
Developed COBOL programs for the GLS applications.

Confidential,Lead Operator April 1989 – June 1991
Performed computer operation functions and assumed supervisor responsibilities on weekends. Performed mainframe IPL’s on weekends. Maintained and executed various scheduled jobs for multiple applications.

Confidential,Computer Operator February 1984 – April 1989
Mounted cartridge and reel tapes. Performed tape librarian duties. Ran multiple printers for processing payroll checks, statements, overdraft notices, etc. Ran Micro Fiche machines to produce copies for offsite storage.

EDUCATION

B.S., Computer Information Systems

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