Mainframe Security Engineer

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My name is Yashmita and I am a Technical Recruiter at Kanak IT Services LLC. I am reaching out to you regarding the following job opportunity. If you are interested kindly reply to this email with your updated resume.

TITLE: MAINFRAME SECURITY ENGINEER (Z/OS ACF2/TSS/RACF ZSECURE) WITH BANKING EXP.

DURATION: 12 MONTHS

WORK LOCATION: PITTSBURGH PA / LAKE MARY FL

REMOTE: WILL ALSO CONSIDER FULLY REMOTE CANDIDATES

ONSITE EXPECTATIONS: HYBRID (4 DAYS ONSITE PER WEEK PREFERRED)

REMOTE OPTION AVAILABLE FOR EXCEPTIONAL CANDIDATES ONLY IF THE PROFILE WILL BE VERY STRONG

Position Summary

• The Mainframe Security Engineer will play a key role in executing day-to-day tactical project activities within the Information Security domain. This position involves detailed data analytics mainframe security administration and direct support of vulnerability management projects. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical expertise in mainframe security systems (ACF2 TSS RACF) and strong familiarity with zSecure Audit.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute tactical project activities including data analysis asset modeling and project documentation.
• Serve as a Mainframe Security Subject Matter Expert (SME) for vulnerability management initiatives.
• Provide guidance on z/OS hardening security controls and vulnerability remediation.
• Interface directly with client teams to provide training and resolve questions regarding home-grown vulnerability management tools.
• Collaborate effectively between mainframe engineering and information security teams.
• Utilize zSecure Audit for analysis reporting and compliance validation.
• Apply z/OS ACF2/TSS/RACF STIGs in system hardening efforts.
• Contribute to security consulting and penetration testing initiatives (preferred).
• Demonstrate a proactive problem-solving mindset with strong communication skills.

Required Skills & Experience

• 7 10 years of zSecure Audit experience.
• Proven expertise in ACF2 or TSS Mainframe Security.
• Hands-on experience leveraging z/OS ACF2/TSS/RACF STIGs for system hardening.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills & Experience

• 10 years in z/OS ACF2 or TSS environments.
• Exposure to Vulnerability Management tools and processes.
• Familiarity with JIRA Confluence and SharePoint.
• Background in z/OS security consulting or penetration testing.

Required Software / Technology

• ACF2 or TSS mainframe security
• zSecure programming using CARLa code
• Preferred Software / Technology
• N/A

Education / Certifications

• Bachelors Degree and/or 15 years of Mainframe Security experience