Programmer Analyst Senior Developer

Robert E Tuttle, Senior Developer

Reynoldsburg, Ohio, 614-***-****, ***@******.***

SUMMARY Dynamic Senior Mainframe COBOL Developer with over 12 years of

experience in maintaining and enhancing legacy systems. Proficient in COBOL, SQL, and job execution analysis, with a track record of resolving production issues and implementing code changes that enhance system functionality. Successfully developed customized documentation that expedited internal processes, significantly improving operational efficiency. Ready to leverage unique technical skills to meet the demands of progressive companies seeking innovation and reliability.

WORK EXPERIENCE

11/2023 – Present

Senior Programmer Analyst (Contract),

DataStaff

NC Department of Revenue

Analyzed, resolved, and prevented duplicate transaction issues within the ITAS system.

Engineered COBOL code changes to address and rectify production system abends.

Formulated custom SQL queries to fulfill data requests from various business units.

Contributed to modernization documentation for FTP interfaces utilized across state agencies.

Evaluated job execution frequency and business necessity for legacy jobs associated with DHHS and the Office of the State Controller. Collaborated with business analysts to validate findings, optimizing

processes and eliminating redundancies.

12/2014 – 10/2023

Senior Programmer Analyst, Ohio Public Employees

Retirement System

Columbus Ohio, USA

Maintained and enhanced legacy systems for actuaries, GASBY, ERIP 2000, and VOYA investment platforms.

Revamped COBOL applications to adapt to evolving business requirements and support external reporting.

Created and executed SPUFIs for efficient reporting and debugging. Resolved production issues and ledger discrepancies by liaising directly with accounting and business units.

Developed comprehensive documentation and resolution templates, accelerating internal support processes.

Participated in the early-stage planning for a Java-based rewrite of the

Savings Application system.

09/2012 – 12/2014

Senior Consultant, Smart IT

Columbus, Ohio, USA

Supported daily operations of the Savings Applications team, ensuring system uptime and data accuracy.

Executed mainframe maintenance, implemented coding enhancements, and provided emergency production support.

Delivered SQL-based reports and collaborated with cross-functional teams to efficiently triage issues.

05/2011 – 08/2012 Senior Consultant, CSG Government Solutions State of Florida

Participated in the Medicaid IT Architecture (MITA) 3.0 State SelfAssessment project.

Conducted interviews and developed capability assessments utilizing CMS templates.

Authored detailed documentation outlining current and future-state technical capabilities.

04/2010 – 05/2011 Senior Consultant, DataStaff NC Tracks (Medicare)

Modified EMEDNY report programs to facilitate NC Medicare implementation.

Designed and documented Drug Rebate modules in conjunction with vendor partnerships.

Ensured accuracy of DB2 table updates and batch reporting through meticulous test planning.

04/2008 – 10/2009 Senior Developer, CGI Technologies State of Ohio

Crafted online modules for caretaker payment processing within the Child Welfare system.

Developed batch interface programs that integrated IMS and DB2 for Child Care initiatives.

Engaged in system analysis and design, contributing to program enhancements.

EDUCATION

2001 – 2004 Columbus Community College Columbus, Ohio, USA

Associates Degree, Business Data Processing

Coursework in C#, COBOL, RPG-II, BASIC, SEU, DFU, SDA, JCL, SDF

2001 – 2002 Oracle University Cincinnati

PL/SQL Programming

Oracle Database Training

2000 – 2001 IBM Columbus

Additional Training, CICS / ML, PL/I

On-the-Job Training in CICS/CL/ML Systems Programming, EDI X12

Transaction Sets

SKILLS

COBOL Programming

JCL (Job Control Language)

DB2 & DB2 Utilities

SQL & SPUFI

Mainframe Systems Support

Batch & Online Application

Development

CICS & IMS

TSO/ISPF

XPEDITER & File-Aid

Requirements Gathering &

Documentation

Technical Design Documents (TDD)

Access Database Reporting

Government Systems Modernization

ServiceNow, Cherwell & ITSM

Microsoft Office

(365/2016/2010/2007)

Analytical Precision

Problem-Solving

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Mentoring

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Production Support

REFERENCES

Robert E Tuttle

Sr Programmer Analyst, State of Ohio

***@******.*** 614-***-****

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