z/OS Systems Programming Manager

About the role

Peraton is searching for a talented z/OS Systems Programming Manager to join Peraton's Citizens Security & Public Services, State and Regional team supporting a contract with the state of Alabama. This leadership position includes 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 systems
• Propose 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
• Manage software and network product solutions, performance, upgrades and enhancements, and disaster recovery initiatives
• Share cost, schedule, and technical program management responsibilities with the Data Center Program, Facilities and Operations Managers
• Manage and assist with the daily operations of the systems team (supervision of the system programmers and network engineers, assignment of work, schedules, day to day workflow, performance management, and operating costs)
• Formulate policies, procedures, and standards relating to systems, and network management
• Perform and report system-wide capacity analysis and recommendations for future technical/solution direction and areas for improvement
• Develop and maintain product vendor relationships
• Responsible for personnel, software, network and DR program budgets and related assets
• Oversee 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-1
• Collaborate within the Data Center Team and the customer locations
• Manage 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
• Data 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
• Lead, 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
• Program or project risk assessment, risk management, and risk avoidance strategies and techniques
• Ensure 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 certifications
• Coordinate technical and programming activities with internal Data Center team members, customers, and corporate peers

Qualifications

• High School diploma with 10+ years of experience
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Green card holder
• 5 years of hands-on experience as a z/OS Systems Programmer
• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

Details

• Target Salary Range: $104,000 - $166,000
• 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.