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# z/OS Systems Programming Manager

- **Company:** Seneca Resources
- **Location:** United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, System Configuration, Data Centers, IBM DB2, Disaster Recovery, Mainframes, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Visio, Network Architecture, Microsoft PowerPoint, Proprietary Software, Subsystems, System Programming, System Software, Z/OS
- **Published:** October 14, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/7ba6ded0-c22c-4746-8d84-8364105d6115

## About the Role

High School diploma with 10+ years of experience

 - 5 years of hands-on experience as a z/OS Systems Programmer
 - Hands-on experience installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting z/OS mainframe environments
 - 5 years of experience in technical lead or project lead role supporting senior level technical teams
 - 5 years experience in analyzing and solving system software and/or network problems or issues, Experience supporting data center environments, including hosting, infrastructure services, and systems programming
 - Experience providing technical leadership in data center outsourcing or managed services environments
 - Strong background in enterprise mainframe technologies
 - Experience installing, maintaining, and configuring z/OS mainframe software and related subsystems
 - Experience working in a 24x7x365 service delivery environment, including participation in on-call rotations, weekends, and holidays
 - Experience supporting disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution
 - Experience supporting Firm Fixed Price programs or contracts
 - Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, and Visio

## Description

We are searching for a talented z/OS Systems Programming Manager to join our State and Regional team supporting a state government contract. This leadership position includes hands-on mainframe systems programming responsibilities and can be delivered remotely., Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of complex system and network architectures.

 - Manage system performance, upgrades, enhancements, capacity planning, and technology transitions.
 - Oversee DB2, third-party software, and system backup and recovery solutions.
 - Ensure systems meet contractual requirements, SLAs, and security standards.

Team Leadership & Operations

 - Manage daily Data Center operations, including systems programmers, network engineers, and technical support teams.
 - Oversee work assignments, scheduling, performance management, and technical projects.
 - Coordinate activities across internal teams, customers, and corporate stakeholders.

Program & Project Management

 - Manage technical program deliverables, budgets, schedules, and operational costs.
 - Lead change management, problem management, and risk mitigation initiatives.
 - Support technology transitions and onboarding of new customers to the Data Center.

Disaster Recovery & Compliance

 - Oversee disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution, including annual exercises.
 - Support federal, IRS, customer, and corporate audits.
 - Develop policies and procedures to maintain regulatory compliance and operational standards.

Reporting & Vendor Management

 - Monitor and report on SLAs, system and network performance, disaster recovery, and technology improvements.
 - Manage vendor relationships, software and network assets, and technology procurement.
 - Develop schedules for system maintenance, upgrades, monitoring, on-call support, and technical training.