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Navy Federal Credit Union · 8 hours ago

Manager II, Mainframe Engineering

Vienna, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Navy Federal Credit Union is seeking a Mainframe Systems Programming Manager II to lead a team of skilled mainframe systems programmers and oversee the architectural authority for IBM z/OS. This role involves ensuring the stability and modernization of the mainframe platform that supports core banking applications while fostering team development and collaboration.

AssociationFinancial ServicesNon Profit

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Collaborate with senior IT leaders, business strategists, specialized technicians, vendors, auditors, and risk consultants to align technology initiatives with organizational objectives

Influence technology vendors to prioritize NFCU’s requirements for enhancements and fixes

Develop and manage the mainframe budget, including NFCU’s annual budgeting process

Maintain vendor software support contracts and oversee renewal processes

Solve complex problems with significant impact on strategic IT priorities and measurable business outcomes

Serve as a credible expert advisor to peers and internal/external partners, act as a trusted advisor to leadership

Foster skills development through coaching and mentoring of both experienced and junior mainframe engineers

Partner with IBM and other vendors to evaluate emerging technologies and negotiate support agreements

Lead staff in defining project scope, plans, deliverables, cost projections, and implementation timelines

Contribute to strategic and tactical business initiatives in collaboration with technical managers and subject matter experts across network, security, and operations domains

Drives staffing decisions, including interviewing and evaluating candidates for mainframe engineering roles

Implements leadership development and succession planning, reskilling/upskilling team members for future growth

Lead the mainframe systems programming team, providing subject matter expertise and guidance in: Configuration, maintenance, and lifecycle management of z/OS, subsystems, and mainframe hardware

Design and implementation of replication solutions to ensure disaster recovery compliance with RTO/RPO objectives

Installation, administration, and support of third-party mainframe software products

Diagnosis and resolution of complex hardware and software issues to maintain system stability and performance

Define and enforce architectural standards for the mainframe platform, ensuring alignment with NFCU security and enterprise architecture policies

Implement and maintain processes for configuration management and drift control

Oversee patching and vulnerability remediation to maintain a secure and compliant environment

Ensure robust privileged access management practices to safeguard sensitive system resources

Collaborate with operations and delivery teams to integrate new functionality without compromising performance or stability

Drive modernization initiatives to optimize performance, scalability, and supportability

Maintain comprehensive documentation of mainframe technical standards and procedures

Develop long-term strategies for mainframe infrastructure, including capacity planning and technology refresh cycles

Qualification

IBM MainframeZ/OSConfiguration ManagementTechnical LeadershipDisaster RecoveryBudget ManagementVendor NegotiationTeam DevelopmentAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingPresentation SkillsRelationship BuildingCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or equivalent experience

Minimum 10 years of experience in mainframe engineering or related mission-critical technologies, including at least 5 years in technical/engineering management

In-depth knowledge of IBM mainframe industry trends, best practices, & 3rd party z/OS middleware products

Advanced understanding of z/OS configuration and security standards

Proven experience leading and coaching technical managers and engineering staff, including managing distributed teams across multiple locations and time zones

Strong ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders, and vendors

Advanced relationship-building, influencing, negotiation, and facilitation skills

Expert-level knowledge of IBM Mainframe, z/OS, and associated hardware/software technologies, including: z/OS, CICS, DB2, MQ, JES2, DFSMS & HSM, RACF, GDPS (Metro Mirror & Global Mirror), HyperSwap, HCD, Parallel Sysplex, SMP/E, HLASM, USS, OMVS, REXX, & ISPF, Capacity planning, WLM, SCRT analysis, & Flexible Capacity, SMF analysis and reporting, SMS/disk and tape management, Storage hardware & peripherals (DASD subsystems, VTS, HMCs)

Experience developing and managing budgets, procurement processes, and vendor contract negotiations

Advanced verbal/written communication and strategic planning skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, including summarizing complex information and identifying key patterns and relationships

Effective presentation skills for conveying findings, conclusions, and recommendations clearly and concisely