SYSTEMTEC is seeking a MMIS Mainframe Systems Analyst for a hybrid opportunity for candidates in Columbia, SC.Candidate will provide technical and operational support for legacy Medicaid Management Information Systems (MMIS) and related healthcare applications. This role will focus on mainframe systems analysis, COBOL development support, EDI transactions, data reporting, testing, and collaboration with business stakeholders and external vendors to maintain reliable system operations.
Required Qualifications of the MMIS Mainframe Systems Analyst:
- Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to provide sponsorship or work with Third-Party agencies.
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Healthcare, or a related field. Alternatively, 7+ years of relevant systems analysis or application development experience may substitute for the degree.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Medicaid or healthcare environments, with knowledge of claims processing, provider operations, eligibility, or enrollment systems.
- At least 5 years of experience supporting healthcare payer mainframe systems in a technical analyst or similar capacity.
- Proficiency in COBOL programming within a mainframe environment.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience working with EDI transactions, including maintaining or managing companion guides.
- Strong understanding of Medicaid Management Information Systems (MMIS), including mainframe functionality and operational processes.
- Hands-on experience with MVS COBOL, JCL, IDMS/NETWORK, CA-ADS, CHANGEMAN, and SAS.
- Ability to translate business requirements into technical specifications, system enhancements, and operational solutions.
Preferred Skills/Experience of the MMIS Mainframe Systems Analyst:
- Subject matter expertise in Medicaid MMIS operations and healthcare administration.
- Experience with SAS, Microsoft Excel, data visualization platforms, and statistical analysis tools.
- Experience preparing technical documentation, operational reports, and project status updates for business and technical stakeholders.
Responsibilities of the MMIS Mainframe Systems Analyst:
- Provide ongoing operational and technical support for legacy Medicaid mainframe applications and related systems, including provider portals, enrollment applications, and EDI translation services.
- Serve as a liaison between business stakeholders, IT teams, and external vendors to identify system needs and coordinate technical solutions.
- Extract, analyze, and distribute reports and datasets for operational monitoring, reconciliation, and business processing.
- Perform complex systems analysis, requirements gathering, application testing, and review of quality assurance and user acceptance testing results.
- Collaborate with development teams and vendors on SDLC activities, including maintenance and modifications to COBOL and JCL programs.
- Identify recurring system issues, document defects, assess operational risks, coordinate resolutions, and recommend process improvements.
Work Location: Columbia, SC 29201. Fully onsite for the first 30–90 days, with the potential to transition to a hybrid schedule of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote.
Compensation / Benefits: Full-Time Employment with SYSTEMTEC means competitive compensation, access to health, dental, disability, and life coverage, and 401(k) with match.
***Please note: SYSTEMTEC is not set up to employ workers in the states of California, New York, and New Jersey.***