Accenture

Mainframe for Oracle Cloud Migration Specialist

Accenture$130K — $150K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience with COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and CICS technologies
  • Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Experience in legacy system analysis and mapping
  • Background in application modernization or cloud migration
  • Ability to adapt legacy systems to cloud-compatible designs
  • Strong communication and documentation skills
  • Familiarity with SOAP UI for service testing is beneficial
  • High School Diploma or GED

Responsibilities

  • Lead application and data mapping for legacy systems to Oracle Cloud
  • Document current-state architecture, including applications and data flows
  • Conduct application portfolio assessments to inform migration strategies
  • Map COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and CICS applications to Oracle Cloud solutions
  • Collaborate with cloud architects to design target-state architecture
  • Support data transformation from mainframe structures to cloud models
  • Ensure compliance with SDLC processes and quality standards
  • Produce detailed functional and technical documentation for migration efforts
  • Engage with business stakeholders and vendors to align on requirements
  • Assist with testing and defect resolution throughout migration phases

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities:

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe for Oracle Cloud Migration Specialist to support the transformation of legacy mainframe systems to Oracle Cloud Core platforms. The role involves application and data mapping, system analysis, and close collaboration with cloud, business, and integration teams to ensure a smooth modernization journey.
  • Lead the mapping and analysis of existing legacy Mainframe systems to Oracle Cloud core components
  • Understand and document current-state mainframe architecture, including applications, data flows, and integrations
  • Perform application portfolio assessment and contribute to migration and modernization strategies
  • Analyze and map COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and CICS-based applications to target Oracle Cloud solutions
  • Collaborate with Oracle Cloud architects and development teams to define target-state architecture
  • Support data mapping and transformation from COBOL/VSAM and mainframe data structures to cloud-based data models
  • Ensure adherence to SDLC processes, quality standards, and best practices throughout the migration lifecycle
  • Create detailed functional and technical documentation, including mapping specifications and migration artifacts
  • Work closely with business stakeholders, vendors, and system integrators, including FIS platforms, to ensure alignment with business requirements
  • Participate in testing, validation, and defect resolution during migration and post-deployment phases


This role will require 60% onsite in the office in Arlington, VA

Basic Qualifications:
  • 5+ yrs experience with Mainframe technologies: COBOL, JCL, VSAM, and CICS
  • Solid understanding of Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC)
  • Proven experience in legacy system analysis and system-to-system mapping
  • Experience working on application modernization or cloud migration initiatives
  • Ability to translate legacy technical constructs into cloud-compatible designs
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills
  • Experience with SOAP UI for service testing and validation is a nice to have
  • HS Diploma / GED


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Strong domain knowledge of FIS systems and financial services platforms or comparable platforms
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field


Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.
We anticipate this job posting will be posted until 06/07/2026.

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About Accenture

Accenture plc is a multinational professional services company that provides services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology, and operations. The company has more than 537,000 employees serving clients in more than 120 countries. Accenture operates across five business segments: Communications, Media & Technology; Financial Services; Health & Public Service; Products; and Resources. The company is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland, and has offices worldwide.
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