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Mainframe Operations Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Mainframe SRE

Kettering, MD · On-site

$48.50 - $62.50/hr

Support change management processes including patching, maintenance windows, and release deployments * Collaborate with DevOps and development teams to extend CI/CD practices into mainframe pipelines

IBM Mainframe Developer ( Cobol )

Boston, MA · On-site

$53.25 - $68.50/hr

Current IBM Mainframe name: IBM Z Duration: 12 + months Key Responsibilities: * Develop and ... operations used to manage data in databases and applications. These operations are essential for ...

IBM Mainframe Developer ( Cobol )

Boston, MA · On-site

$53.25 - $68.50/hr

Current IBM Mainframe name: IBM Z Duration: 12 + months Key Responsibilities: * Develop and ... operations used to manage data in databases and applications. These operations are essential for ...

This position requires a solid focus on Mainframe Operations while serving as a key conduit between application teams and our managed service provider. The successful candidate will ensure reliable ...

The Mainframe Systems Manager will be responsible to: - Oversee, lead, and manage a team of system programmers, including day-to-day operations, scheduling, task delegation, performance management ...

IBM Mainframe lead (Z/OS) Strong hands-on experience with REXX scripting, JCL, RACF security ... operations used to manage data in databases and applications. These operations are essential for ...

IBM Mainframe lead (Z/OS) Strong hands-on experience with REXX scripting, JCL, RACF security ... operations used to manage data in databases and applications. These operations are essential for ...

Mainframe Computer Operator

Washington, DC · On-site

$55.25 - $71/hr

... Manager. \n * Provide shift leadership while performing the same operational duties. \n \n \n \n ... Familiarity with mainframe console operations. \n * Ability to operate and maintain high\-speed ...

Mainframe System Programmer

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$110K - $130K/yr

... , Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and ... Manage and troubleshoot SAS platform integrations and batch execution processes * Administer and ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainframe operations manager in the United States is $53.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.12 and $60.58 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Mainframe Operations Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,026 per year, or $53.4 per hour.

Mainframe Infra Engineer (z/OS) - Only W2

Saransh Inc

Mclean, VA • On-site

$49.50 - $63.75/hr

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Job description

Role: Mainframe Infra Engineer (Mainframe z/OS Technical Lead / L3 Engineer)
Location: McLean, VA (Hybrid)
Job Type: W2 Contract
 
Skill Matrix:
Name
Required
IMS
Yes
DB2
Yes
JCL
Yes
Cobol
Yes
Mainframe CICS
Yes
CICS
Yes
z/OS
Yes
 
Experience: Overall 15 years
Job Description:
We are seeking a senior Mainframe Z/OS Technical Lead to act as the client-side SME overseeing outsourced mainframe services and guiding a small internal team.
 
Responsibilities:
• Provide technical oversight of vendor-managed mainframe operations
• Review daily operations, incidents, RCA, changes, and releases
• Validate vendor recommendations and ensure adherence to SLAs and ITIL processes
• Act as escalation point for complex mainframe issues
• Provide expert guidance on z/OS, Sysplex, WLM, JES, and RACF
• Oversee IMS (DB/DC), DB2 for z/OS, and CICS environments
• Review system performance, capacity, availability, and stability
• Recommend improvements for performance, automation, and cost optimization
• Identify risks, technical debt, and modernization opportunities
• Review DR, BCP, backup, and recovery strategies
• Provide architectural input for upgrades and future-state planning
• Communicate technical insights clearly to leadership and stakeholders
 
Required Skills:
• 10+ years of strong hands-on mainframe experience.
• Expert knowledge of z/OS, IMS, DB2, CICS
• Strong understanding of JCL, COBOL, and batch processing
• Experience with vendor-managed or outsourced environments
• Ability to influence, challenge, and guide vendors constructively
 
Preferred:
• Mainframe modernization or optimization experience
• ITIL process exposure