CTG is recruiting a Mainframe Systems Manager for a client in Manhattan. This person will lead the mainframe systems team and provide technical direction for a large IBM mainframe environment.

Location: Manhattan, NY
Duration: Client Permanent Placement

What you’ll do

Manage a team of system programmers, including daily work assignments, scheduling, performance, and team goals.
Oversee mainframe operations, monitoring, incident response, change management, and project intake.
Plan and coordinate upgrades to mainframe processors, DASO, VTS, and related systems.
Evaluate and implement improvements to modernize systems, automate work, tune performance, and optimize workloads.
Coordinate projects with other technical teams, external partners, and the data center.
Support disaster recovery planning, testing, and execution.
Track timelines, communicate project status, and clearly document technical issues and solutions.
Help team members develop their technical skills and resolve issues.
Ensure work follows the client’s technical policies, standards, and security requirements.

What we’re looking for

Ideally, 10 or more years of experience managing mainframe systems in a medium- to large-scale enterprise environment.
Strong knowledge of IBM mainframe technologies, including z/OS, CICS, D82, and IMS.
Experience with enterprise monitoring tools such as OMEGAMON and SMF analytics.
Experience leading system programmers and coordinating work across storage, network, and data center teams.
Knowledge of mainframe security and disaster recovery.
Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
Availability for after-hours and weekend work, with 24/7 responsiveness when required.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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