Program Director– Mainframe Optimization & Delivery
Core
Lead strategic client engagements focused on mainframe optimization, program delivery, and pre-sales solutioning to modernize legacy environments and improve operational efficiency.
Role type
Senior Program Director (Mainframe Optimization & Delivery)
Builds
Mainframe modernization programs, optimization initiatives, and pre-sales solutions for enterprise clients
Domain
Enterprise IT / Mainframe Operations / Managed Services
Required skills
Mainframe technologies (z/OS, scheduling, tape management), Program management, Pre-sales solutioning, Stakeholder management, Financial P&L modeling, Change management
Preferred skills
Managed services experience, Cloud integration strategies, PMP certification, Agile methodology
Technologies
Jira, Asana, MS Project, Smartsheet, z/OS
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end program delivery and governance; Provide strategic guidance on mainframe optimization and transformation; Support pre-sales activities including solution design and proposal development; Manage program P&L, budgets, and resource allocation; Mentor junior consultants and drive internal knowledge sharing; Coordinate cross-functional teams and client stakeholders; Monitor scope and manage change-control processes.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
