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# Mainframe Manager

- **Company:** PDDN
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** IBM System I, COBOL (Programming Language), Job Control Language (JCL), Rexx (Programming Language), Mainframes, PRINCE2, SAS (Software), Z/OS, Enterprise Software Applications
- **Published:** September 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/4ac136eb-1430-4df8-a179-706d8dc36c60

## About the Role

Overview: Seeking an experienced Mainframe Manager to lead enterprise software migration projects. Must have strong expertise in z/OS, AS/400, JCL, COBOL, REXX, SAS, and proven project management skills. Role requires leadership in stakeholder management, risk assessment, and process improvement. Some travel across North America may be required., * Mainframe software migration & consolidation

 * z/OS, AS/400, JCL, COBOL, REXX, SAS
 * Project management, PMP/PRINCE2 certified
 * Risk assessment, cost optimization, stakeholder management
 * Crossfunctional team leadership & communication
 * Negotiation, scope/cost/schedule management
 * Process improvement & efficiency initiatives

Experience:

 * 5+ years technical project management
 * Enterprise mainframe environments
 * Migration, consolidation, thirdparty product replacement projects
 * Strong written/verbal communication skills



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