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Mainframe Racf Jobs (NOW HIRING)

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 ...

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Act as SME for mainframe security systems including ACF2, TSS, and RACF within vulnerability ... Leverage z/OS ACF2/TSS/RACF STIG for hardening efforts. * Interface directly with client staff to ...

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Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

Columbia, MD · Remote

$56.25 - $71.75/hr

Role: Mainframe z/OS System Programmer Location: Remote Duration: 12+ Months Contract Task ... RACF/ACF2/Top Secret security administration and System Automation support. Other day to day ...

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.

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Experience with CICS, DB2, IMS, MQ, RACF, JES2/JES3, SMP/E * Mainframe performance monitoring and capacity planning * Disaster recovery and high-availability experience * Production support and ...

Mainframe Specialist

Columbus, OH · On-site

$70K - $196K/yr

COBOL, JCL, VSAM, CICS, DB2, Assembler, REXX, SPUFI, TSO/ISPF, or RACF. * Minimum 3+ years leading or executing mainframe modernization initiatives with a demonstrable track record of delivery.

Mainframe Specialist

Denver, CO · On-site

$70K - $196K/yr

COBOL, JCL, VSAM, CICS, DB2, Assembler, REXX, SPUFI, TSO/ISPF, or RACF. * Minimum 3+ years leading or executing mainframe modernization initiatives with a demonstrable track record of delivery.

Mainframe Specialist

Miami, FL · On-site

$70K - $196K/yr

COBOL, JCL, VSAM, CICS, DB2, Assembler, REXX, SPUFI, TSO/ISPF, or RACF. * Minimum 3+ years leading or executing mainframe modernization initiatives with a demonstrable track record of delivery.

$70K - $196K/yr

COBOL, JCL, VSAM, CICS, DB2, Assembler, REXX, SPUFI, TSO/ISPF, or RACF. * Minimum 3+ years leading or executing mainframe modernization initiatives with a demonstrable track record of delivery.

IBM Mainframe Administrator Location: Remote (Needs to travel to client site when required with ... TCP/IP, VTAM, OSA, RACF, MFA, Firewall Configurations Database & Applications: DB2, IMS, VSAM, MQ ...

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As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainframe racf 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.

What is a Mainframe RACF?

A Mainframe RACF job involves managing and administering the Resource Access Control Facility (RACF), which is IBM's security system for mainframe environments. Professionals in this role are responsible for defining and maintaining user access, implementing security policies, and ensuring compliance with organizational and regulatory requirements. They monitor and troubleshoot security-related issues, manage RACF databases, and support audits. This role requires expertise in mainframe security, RACF commands, and system administration.

What are the typical responsibilities of a Mainframe RACF administrator?

Mainframe RACF administrators are responsible for managing user access, creating and maintaining security profiles, and ensuring the integrity of sensitive data within mainframe environments. Daily tasks often include responding to access requests, performing security audits, and troubleshooting RACF-related issues. They also collaborate closely with application developers, compliance teams, and other IT staff to enforce security policies and support business requirements. This role requires a proactive approach to identifying potential threats and facilitating continuous improvement of security practices within the organization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Mainframe RACF position?

To thrive as a Mainframe RACF specialist, you need strong expertise in IBM mainframe environments, thorough knowledge of RACF security administration, and a solid understanding of access control and compliance standards. Experience with tools such as IBM z/OS, TSO/ISPF, JCL, and specific RACF utilities, along with certifications like IBM Certified System Administrator (z/OS), is highly beneficial. Exceptional attention to detail, problem-solving abilities, and clear communication skills are important soft skills for this role. These competencies are vital to ensuring data security, regulatory compliance, and effective collaboration across large IT teams in critical enterprise environments.

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Mainframe z/OS System Programmer

Remote

CREATIVE GLOBAL CONSULTING
IT Services • 501 - 1,000 employees

$56.25 - $71.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 14 days ago


Job description

Mainframe z/OS System Programmer
Client: IBM
POP: 12+ months
Location: Remote
US Citizen
REQUIRED SKILLS
  • 10+ years of experience installing, customizing, and maintaining z/OS operating system
  • 5+ years of experience supporting a stabilized IBM mainframe system environment
  • Experienced with SMP/E and Mainframe Software Maintenance with performance, problem determination and resolution skills
  • Reporting for MVS, familiar with security reports.
  • MVS system level parameters and user ID definition process
  • Experience defining and validating data encryption methods and security requirements
  • Experience monitoring and managing security reporting ensuring systems are compliant
  • Proficient in Audits

TASKS
  • MVS systems programming activities
    • System security compliance to Federal government Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG)
    • System performance
    • Problem determination and resolution
    • 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 operational control activities related to user provisioning, de-provisioning and access re-certification
  • Perform systems planning, installation/decommission, configuration/customization, and patching
  • Managing tasks in ServiceNow (SNOW)
  • Creating change requests for implementation
  • Peer review changes