{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8d59b4bc53e6ec1f73f64062","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8d59b4bc53e6ec1f73f64062","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8d59b4bc53e6ec1f73f64062","title":"z/OS Systems Programming Manager","description":"About PeratonPeraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.About The RolePeraton is searching for a talented z/OS Systems Programming Manager to become part of Peraton's Citizens Security & Public Services, State and Regional team supporting a contract with the state of Alabama. This leadership position will include hands-on mainframe systems programming responsibilities and can be delivered remotely.Day to Day Roles and Responsibilities:Oversee the design and definition of the system and network architecture for new or existing complex computer systemsPropose efficient transition approaches to new technology platforms and define transitions for the addition of new customers to our Data Center location in Albuquerque, New MexicoManage software and network product solutions, performance, upgrades and enhancements, and disaster recovery initiativesShare cost, schedule, and technical program management responsibilities with the Data Center Program, Facilities and Operations ManagersManage and assist with the daily operations of the systems team (supervision of the system programmers and network engineer, assignment of work, schedules, day to day workflow, performance management, and operating costs)Formulate policies, procedures, and standards relating to systems, and network managementPerform and report system-wide capacity analysis and recommendations for future technical/solution direction and areas for improvementProvide program management and customer reports to include: Service Level Agreement (SLA) adherence; systems performance; network performance; disaster recovery planning, test approaches, and test results; and future technology direction forecastsCollaboration on annual ALECS Disaster Recovery exercisesDevelop and maintain product vendor relationshipsResponsible for personnel, software, network and DR program budgets and related assetsOversee the design, implementation and support of system, database and application backup and recovery solutions.Manage and assist with the upgrade and maintenance of the system, DB2 and related 3rd party software at or above release levels of N-1Collaborate within the Data Center Team and the customer locationsManage and assist team members in the following Data Center functional areas: technical services, systems programming and administration, security administration, network engineering, software and network asset management, hardware/software/network procurements, and disaster recoveryManage and assist with all aspects of complex technology software and network solutions; operating system and third-party software asset management, installation, and maintenance; disaster recovery planning and test execution; network architecture and solution asset management, installation, and maintenance; and systems security and maintenanceData Center board member and/or chairperson for: Change Management, Problem Management, and Risk Management and supports various technical categories of Program Management for one or more contractsLead, facilitate, respond to, or partner with peers in response to customer, Federal, IRS, or corporate audits, questionnaires, or reviews related to Data Center delivery, SLAs, or regulatory requirementsProgram or project risk assessment, risk management, and risk avoidance strategies and techniquesEnsure systems' adherence and compliance with customer contract requirements and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)Develop and maintain the following schedules: on-call, database monitoring, database software and product upgrades, systems monitoring, systems software and network product upgrades, systems administration, team change management activities, various technical projects and value-added initiatives, various training initiatives including technical training and certificationsCoordinate technical and programming activities with internal Data Center team members, customers, and corporate peersQualificationsBasic Qualifications:High School diploma with 10+ years of experienceMust be a U.S. Citizen or Green card holder.5 years of hands-on experience as a z/OS Systems ProgrammerHands-on experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting z/OS mainframe environments5 years of experience in technical lead or project lead role supporting senior level technical teams5 years experience in analyzing and solving system software and/or network problems or issuesPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting data center environments, including hosting, infrastructure services, and systems programmingExperience providing technical leadership in data center outsourcing or managed services environmentsStrong background in enterprise mainframe technologiesExperience installing, maintaining, and configuring z/OS mainframe software and related subsystemsExperience working in a 24x7x365 service delivery environment, including participation in on-call rotations, weekends, and holidaysExperience supporting disaster recovery planning, testing, and executionExperience supporting Firm Fixed Price programs or contractsProficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and VisioDetailsTarget Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. 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As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees solve the most daunting challenges that our customers face. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.About The RolePeraton is searching for a talented z/OS Systems Programming Manager to become part of Peraton's Citizens Security & Public Services, State and Regional team supporting a contract with the state of Alabama. This leadership position will include hands-on mainframe systems programming responsibilities and can be delivered remotely.Day to Day Roles and Responsibilities:Oversee the design and definition of the system and network architecture for new or existing complex computer systemsPropose efficient transition approaches to new technology platforms and define transitions for the addition of new customers to our Data Center location in Albuquerque, New MexicoManage software and network product solutions, performance, upgrades and enhancements, and disaster recovery initiativesShare cost, schedule, and technical program management responsibilities with the Data Center Program, Facilities and Operations ManagersManage and assist with the daily operations of the systems team (supervision of the system programmers and network engineer, assignment of work, schedules, day to day workflow, performance management, and operating costs)Formulate policies, procedures, and standards relating to systems, and network managementPerform and report system-wide capacity analysis and recommendations for future technical/solution direction and areas for improvementProvide program management and customer reports to include: Service Level Agreement (SLA) adherence; systems performance; network performance; disaster recovery planning, test approaches, and test results; and future technology direction forecastsCollaboration on annual ALECS Disaster Recovery exercisesDevelop and maintain product vendor relationshipsResponsible for personnel, software, network and DR program budgets and related assetsOversee the design, implementation and support of system, database and application backup and recovery solutions.Manage and assist with the upgrade and maintenance of the system, DB2 and related 3rd party software at or above release levels of N-1Collaborate within the Data Center Team and the customer locationsManage and assist team members in the following Data Center functional areas: technical services, systems programming and administration, security administration, network engineering, software and network asset management, hardware/software/network procurements, and disaster recoveryManage and assist with all aspects of complex technology software and network solutions; operating system and third-party software asset management, installation, and maintenance; disaster recovery planning and test execution; network architecture and solution asset management, installation, and maintenance; and systems security and maintenanceData Center board member and/or chairperson for: Change Management, Problem Management, and Risk Management and supports various technical categories of Program Management for one or more contractsLead, facilitate, respond to, or partner with peers in response to customer, Federal, IRS, or corporate audits, questionnaires, or reviews related to Data Center delivery, SLAs, or regulatory requirementsProgram or project risk assessment, risk management, and risk avoidance strategies and techniquesEnsure systems' adherence and compliance with customer contract requirements and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)Develop and maintain the following schedules: on-call, database monitoring, database software and product upgrades, systems monitoring, systems software and network product upgrades, systems administration, team change management activities, various technical projects and value-added initiatives, various training initiatives including technical training and certificationsCoordinate technical and programming activities with internal Data Center team members, customers, and corporate peersQualificationsBasic Qualifications:High School diploma with 10+ years of experienceMust be a U.S. Citizen or Green card holder.5 years of hands-on experience as a z/OS Systems ProgrammerHands-on experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting z/OS mainframe environments5 years of experience in technical lead or project lead role supporting senior level technical teams5 years experience in analyzing and solving system software and/or network problems or issuesPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting data center environments, including hosting, infrastructure services, and systems programmingExperience providing technical leadership in data center outsourcing or managed services environmentsStrong background in enterprise mainframe technologiesExperience installing, maintaining, and configuring z/OS mainframe software and related subsystemsExperience working in a 24x7x365 service delivery environment, including participation in on-call rotations, weekends, and holidaysExperience supporting disaster recovery planning, testing, and executionExperience supporting Firm Fixed Price programs or contractsProficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and VisioDetailsTarget Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position. Salary is determined by various factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the individual's experience, education, knowledge, skills, and competencies, as well as geographic location and business and contract considerations. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.Benefits Statement: Peraton offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, health savings account, short/long term disability, EAP, parental leave, 401(k), paid time off (PTO) for vacation, and company paid holidays. A full listing of available benefits can be viewed at https://www.careers.peraton.com/benefits.Application Statements: The application period for the job is estimated to be 30 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. By applying to this job, you are expressing interest in the role and the Company. During the review of your application, you may be required to participate in an on-camera interview, as well as participate in a process to verify your identity.EEO:Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.","datePosted":"2026-08-14T13:26:51.262Z","dateModified":"2026-08-14T13:26:51.262Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Peraton","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Denver","addressRegion":"CO","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"8d59b4bc53e6ec1f73f64062"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8d59b4bc53e6ec1f73f64062"}}