Adabas / Natural Data Migration Consultant (Mainframe, Cobol)- need NY/NJ locals

Overview

Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 8 Month(s)

Skills

Adabas
Natural
EntireX
Cobol
Mainframe

Job Details

Title: Adabas / Natural Data Migration Consultant

# of Openings: 2

Position Type: Contract

Location: New York, NY

Description:

Core Responsibilities

Analyze and interpret Natural code to understand embedded business logic.

Perform data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) activities from Adabas databases to modern data environments.

Utilize tools like EntireX or similar middleware for data and service integration between mainframe and target systems.

Work closely with modernization teams to map legacy data models to new database structures.

Identify data dependencies, transformations, and field meanings (especially since legacy systems often have cryptic or overloaded field names).

Validate and test migrated data for accuracy, completeness, and integrity.

Required Skills

Strong hands-on experience with Adabas, Natural, and EntireX.

Deep understanding of mainframe data models and business logic.

Experience in data migration or modernization projects.

Ability to interpret Natural programs, batch jobs, and JCL scripts.

Familiarity with middleware or integration tools for legacy modernization.

Typical Profile

A senior-level professional with 10 20 years of experience in Adabas/Natural environments.

Likely someone still actively working in mainframe modernization or data migration projects.

Experience in legacy system decommissioning, modernization, or integration initiatives.

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