{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"fae615182a8f8df6aabd5095","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fae615182a8f8df6aabd5095","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/fae615182a8f8df6aabd5095","title":"z/OS Systems Programming Manager","description":"Responsibilities\r\nPeraton 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.\r\nDay to Day Roles and Responsibilities\r\nOversee the design and definition of the system and network architecture for new or existing complex computer systems\r\nPropose efficient transition approaches to new technology platforms and define transitions for the addition of new customers to our Data Center location in Albuquerque, New Mexico\r\nManage software and network product solutions, performance, upgrades and enhancements, and disaster recovery initiatives\r\nShare cost, schedule, and technical program management responsibilities with the Data Center Program, Facilities and Operations Managers\r\nManage 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)\r\nFormulate policies, procedures, and standards relating to systems, and network management\r\nPerform and report system-wide capacity analysis and recommendations for future technical/solution direction and areas for improvement\r\nProvide 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 forecasts\r\nCollaborate on annual ALECS Disaster Recovery exercises\r\nDevelop and maintain product vendor relationships\r\nResponsible for personnel, software, network and DR program budgets and related assets\r\nOversee the design, implementation and support of system, database and application backup and recovery solutions.\r\nManage and assist with the upgrade and maintenance of the system, DB2 and related 3rd-party software at or above release levels of N-1 and collaborate within the Data Center Team and the customer locations\r\nManage 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 recovery\r\nManage 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 maintenance\r\nData 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 contracts\r\nLead, 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 requirements\r\nProgram or project risk assessment, risk management, and risk avoidance strategies and techniques\r\nEnsure systems adherence and compliance with customer contract requirements and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)\r\nDevelop 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 certifications\r\nCoordinate technical and program activities with internal Data Center team members, customers, and corporate peers\r\nQualifications\r\nBasic Qualifications\r\nHigh School diploma with 10+ years of experience\r\nMust be a U.S. Citizen or Green card holder.\r\n5 years of hands-on experience as a z/OS Systems Programmer\r\nHands-on experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting z/OS mainframe environments\r\n5 years of experience in a technical lead or project lead role supporting senior-level technical teams\r\n5 years experience in analyzing and solving system software and/or network problems or issues\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nExperience supporting data center environments, including hosting, infrastructure services, and systems programming\r\nExperience providing technical leadership in data center outsourcing or managed services environments\r\nStrong background in enterprise mainframe technologies\r\nExperience installing, maintaining, and configuring z/OS mainframe software and related subsystems\r\nExperience working in a 24x7x365 service delivery environment, including participation in on-call rotations, weekends, and holidays\r\nExperience supporting disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution\r\nExperience supporting Firm Fixed Price programs or contracts\r\nProficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio\r\nTarget Salary Range\r\n$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.\r\nEEO Statement\r\nEEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.\r\nJ-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Peraton","rawCompany":"peraton","city":"Herndon","state":"VA","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-08-08T01:06:50.347Z","occupations":[{"code":"11-3021.00","title":"Computer and Information Systems Managers","slug":"computer-and-information-systems-managers"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"15-1244.00","title":"Network and Computer Systems Administrators","slug":"network-and-computer-systems-administrators"}],"industries":[{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"541519","title":"Other Computer Related Services","slug":"other-computer-related-services"},{"code":"541513","title":"Computer Facilities Management Services","slug":"computer-facilities-management-services"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"z/OS Systems Programming Manager","description":"Responsibilities\r\nPeraton 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.\r\nDay to Day Roles and Responsibilities\r\nOversee the design and definition of the system and network architecture for new or existing complex computer systems\r\nPropose efficient transition approaches to new technology platforms and define transitions for the addition of new customers to our Data Center location in Albuquerque, New Mexico\r\nManage software and network product solutions, performance, upgrades and enhancements, and disaster recovery initiatives\r\nShare cost, schedule, and technical program management responsibilities with the Data Center Program, Facilities and Operations Managers\r\nManage 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)\r\nFormulate policies, procedures, and standards relating to systems, and network management\r\nPerform and report system-wide capacity analysis and recommendations for future technical/solution direction and areas for improvement\r\nProvide program management and customer reports to include: Service Level Agreement (SLA) adherence; 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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 maintenance\r\nData 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 contracts\r\nLead, 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 requirements\r\nProgram or project risk assessment, risk management, and risk avoidance strategies and techniques\r\nEnsure systems adherence and compliance with customer contract requirements and Service Level Agreements (SLAs)\r\nDevelop 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 certifications\r\nCoordinate technical and program activities with internal Data Center team members, customers, and corporate peers\r\nQualifications\r\nBasic Qualifications\r\nHigh School diploma with 10+ years of experience\r\nMust be a U.S. Citizen or Green card holder.\r\n5 years of hands-on experience as a z/OS Systems Programmer\r\nHands-on experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting z/OS mainframe environments\r\n5 years of experience in a technical lead or project lead role supporting senior-level technical teams\r\n5 years experience in analyzing and solving system software and/or network problems or issues\r\nPreferred Qualifications\r\nExperience supporting data center environments, including hosting, infrastructure services, and systems programming\r\nExperience providing technical leadership in data center outsourcing or managed services environments\r\nStrong background in enterprise mainframe technologies\r\nExperience installing, maintaining, and configuring z/OS mainframe software and related subsystems\r\nExperience working in a 24x7x365 service delivery environment, including participation in on-call rotations, weekends, and holidays\r\nExperience supporting disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution\r\nExperience supporting Firm Fixed Price programs or contracts\r\nProficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio\r\nTarget Salary Range\r\n$104,000 - $166,000. 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