Director, Mainframe Systems Programming
About the role
Role Summary
The Director of Mainframe Systems Programs is mission focused to deliver client outcomes. This role will oversee a broad range of delivery projects to fulfill the client expectations for hardware and software Lifecycle Management. This individual will be leading teams responsible for managing the life cycle and patch management of z/OS and ISV upgrades, including subsystem upgrades for CICS, MQ, DB2, and IMS across multiple clients. The work leverages technologies such as SMPE, z/OSMF, AI Adoptions, Python etc.
The successful candidate will leverage strong business acumen, relationship-building capability, and a strategic mindset to consistently drive the team toward successful outcomes. They should bring proven experience managing large-scale Mainframe teams, particularly in software currency and patch management environments.
A strong business orientation is essential to operate the function as a true business unit, guided by clear metrics, benchmark-driven performance, and measurable progress milestones. A solid foundation in project management principles, coupled with a disciplined, process-oriented approach, is critical for success.
This role also demands a forward-thinking leader who can challenge traditional service delivery models, reimagine underlying assumptions, and drive continuous capability maturity. The candidate will actively advance innovation and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency, scalability, and service quality.
As a relentless ally, be able to anticipate client expectations and incorporate needs proactively into client roadmaps. The successful candidate will be a skilled communicator that can influence internal and external stakeholders at multiple levels. The candidate will be able to navigate complex technical topics and communicate them with clarity, brevity, and impact.
Leverage your breath of experiences to lead the organization through cross-functional and collaborative efforts. Partner with solutioning and sales to shape new opportunities and presales efforts.
An engaged and motivated leader, see the value in our associates. Coach, mentor and leverage our talent management processes to effectively.