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Eliassen Group

Mainframe Security Expert

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$61 - $71/hr

Leverage z/OS ACF2/TSS/RACF STIG for hardening efforts. * Interface directly with client staff to train and address daily questions on a home-grown vulnerability tool and related utilities.

Centraprise

Mainframe CICS Admin

Security - in depth knowledge of ACF2 (must be able to install security on CICS and associated products and create ACF2 security rules as they pertain to CICS). * SMF - moderate skill set required to ...

Eliassen Group

Mainframe Security Expert

Pittsburgh, PA · On-site

$61 - $71/hr

Leverage z/OS ACF2/TSS/RACF STIG for hardening efforts. * Interface directly with client staff to train and address daily questions on a home-grown vulnerability tool and related utilities.

CREATIVE GLOBAL CONSULTING

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

$56.25 - $71.75/hr

RACF/ACF2/Top Secret security administration * System Automation support * Assist systems programmers in the design and management of ACF2 / RACF for all regions and LPARs * Executes regulatory and ...

Creative G C

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

Columbia, MD · Remote

$56.25 - $71.75/hr

... ACF2/Top Secret security administration and System Automation support. Other day to day activities include managing tasks in ServiceNow (SNOW) creating change requests for implementation and peer ...

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Mainframe Security Analyst

Princeton, NJ · Remote

Deep SME-level knowledge in RACF, with working knowledge or cross-platform familiarity in ACF2 and/or Top Secret (TSS). System Hardening & Compliance: Practical experience implementing z/OS RACF STIG ...

Ensono

Mainframe Security Engineer

All three security products, ACF2, Top Secret and RACF are utilized for supporting mainframe system access. In addition, they will review security policies, procedures, standards, baselines and may ...

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An ACF2 job involves managing and securing mainframe environments using CA ACF2, an access control system designed to protect sensitive data. Professionals in this role configure security rules, monitor access logs, and ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry regulations. They typically work in IT security, cybersecurity, or mainframe administration, focusing on user authentication and system integrity.

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To excel as an ACF2 Administrator, you must have a solid understanding of mainframe security principles, identity management, and access control mechanisms, typically backed by experience with IBM z/OS environments. Familiarity with CA ACF2 security software, as well as related tools like RACF or Top Secret, and certifications in information security or mainframe administration are often required. Attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and strong communication skills are critical for implementing security policies and collaborating with IT teams. These skills ensure secure system access, compliance with regulations, and efficient management of enterprise mainframe environments.

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Senior Mainframe Security Engineer role

Remote

Apex Informatics
IT Services • 1 - 10 employees
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Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Senior Mainframe Security Engineer role
(100% remote)
(zSecure audit, with one of these 3 areas: ACF2 / TSS / RACF and JCL and Vulnerability and REXX/IBM SYNC SORT/ICETOOL
-Top requirements
-15+ years of mainframe experience - (REXX, IBM SYNC Sort, and Ice Tool) or something similar such as (Cobol, CICS or DB2).
-JCL is a required skillset.
-Must have experience in one of these 3 areas: ACF2 /TSS/ RACF.
-7-10 years of zSecure Audit experience - must know online to batch (Carla programming code)
  • Serve as a subject matter expert on Mainframe Security Systems including ACF2, TSS, and RACF as a part of a vulnerability management projects.
  • zSecure Audit experience required (7-10 years)
  • Leveraged z/OS ACF2/TSS/RACF STIG in hardening efforts.
  • Seeking an expert in Broadcom ACF2 and/or Top Secret (TSS)
  • Must know Mainframe REXX, IBM SYNC SORT, and ICETOOL
  • Direct interface with Client staff on training and day to day questions of our home-grown Vulnerability tool and other utility tools to manage vulnerabilities.
  • Determine security standards regarding z/OS hardening, security controls, and vulnerability remediation.
  • Communicate between mainframe engineering teams and information security teams.

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