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PlanIT Group, LLC

Mainframe z/OS Developer

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

... mainframe security protocols, including RACF. • Must be proficient in JCL, COBOL, VSAM, and CICS. • Strong knowledge of batch processing and online transaction processing. • Must have ...

Halo Group

Z/OS Mainframe Systems Programmer

Anderson, SC · On-site

$50.25 - $64/hr

Z/OS Operation JES2 Operation And Internals Z/OS Security (RACF) Z/OS Networking (VTAM, TCPIP) Z/OS Scheduling, Automation SMP/E Software WLM JCL GRS VSAM TSO 3rd Party Software Assembler Catalog ...

Kanak Elite Services Inc

Mainframe MQ Engineer

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

$47.75 - $61.50/hr

Mainframe MQ Engineer Alpharetta, GA, 30009 - 3 days onsite/2 days remote 12 months Contract Onsite ... Knowledge of external security (RACF & CA-Top Secret) as related to MQ * Prior Application ...

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How much do mainframe security racf jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for mainframe security racf in the United States is $48.81, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.65 and $65.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical responsibilities and daily tasks of a Mainframe Security RACF professional?

As a Mainframe Security RACF professional, your daily tasks typically include managing user access permissions, configuring security policies, and monitoring mainframe environments for potential security threats. You will regularly review audit logs, apply security patches, and respond to security incidents to ensure data confidentiality and compliance with regulations. Collaboration with IT teams, auditors, and business units is common, as you'll often be involved in security assessments and project planning. This role requires staying updated on emerging security risks and RACF best practices to proactively strengthen mainframe defenses. Overall, your work directly impacts the reliability and protection of mission-critical business operations.

What is a Mainframe Security RACF job?

A Mainframe Security RACF job involves managing and maintaining security on IBM mainframe systems using the Resource Access Control Facility (RACF). Responsibilities typically include defining user access permissions, monitoring security logs, implementing security policies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Professionals in this role work to protect sensitive data, prevent unauthorized access, and address potential security vulnerabilities. Strong knowledge of RACF commands, security best practices, and mainframe environments is essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Mainframe Security Racf position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Mainframe Security RACF professional, you need a solid understanding of mainframe operating systems, security protocols, and RACF (Resource Access Control Facility) administration, often supported by a degree in computer science or related field. Familiarity with IBM z/OS, RACF utilities, security monitoring tools, and certifications such as IBM Certified System Programmer are highly valued. Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help in identifying vulnerabilities and collaborating with stakeholders. These competencies are vital to maintaining the integrity and security of enterprise mainframe environments, protecting sensitive data, and ensuring regulatory compliance.

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Infographic showing various Mainframe Security Racf job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 87% Full Time, 2% Part Time, 9% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 83% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,518 per year, or $48.8 per hour.

Mainframe Security Support Engineer, TSS , C, JCL, REX, Shell, Autosys 12+ Mths Con REMOTE

ZnA Inc

Alpharetta, GA • Remote

$50.25 - $64.50/hr

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Level 3 ( 5 to 8 years of exp)
 
Mainframe Security Support Engineer, TSS , C, JCL, REX, Shell, Autosys 12+ Mths Con REMOTE
 
 
ROLE : Mainframe Security Support Engineer with TSS internals experise, batch and reporting languages (C, JCL, and REXX), Shell Scripting for Autosys, RACF, z/OS 12+ Mths Con Alpharetta, GA
 
 
Loc: REMOTE
 
 
Dur: 12+ Months Cont
 
 
Description:
 
Security Support Engineer: Mainframe Security Tooling Team
Enterprise Technology & Services (ETS) delivers shared technology services for the Firm supporting all business applications and end users. ETS provides capabilities for all stages of the firm's software development lifecycle, enabling productive coding, functional and integration testing, application releases, and ongoing monitoring and support for over 3,000 production applications.
The Mainframe Computing Security team in ETS is responsible for engineering and managing various mainframe authentication and authorization systems. This position is for a senior engineer in Tooling and Project team responsible to design and execute projects aligned to TopSecret security products and other platform integration solutions. The ideal candidate will be working closely with other infrastructure teams (CICS, Systems Programming, Db2, etc.) and business supporting technologists. The candidate should have a strong analytical, organizational and communication skills. The role requires periodic on-call support and maintenance outside of normal working hours as needed to support and resolve security issues.
Duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following:
• Engineering support of MS Mainframe Security products (CA/Broadcom-TSS, CA/Broadcom-Compliance Manager, IBM-RACF, IBM-ZSecure suite, TSS Admin Express) and project initiatives
• Design / support Firm’s mainframe initiatives related to encryption, authentication, and authorization (Kerberos, Digital Certificates, Encryption, Pass tickets, and entitlement provision)
• Interaction with technology teams such as Systems Programming, DBA, CICS/MQ Support, etc.
• Scheduling/coordination and post implementation validation of software/OS upgrades/patches
• Leverage new technology features within new releases of security software products currently installed and integrate into our environment.
• Develop technical solutions to business problems based upon security best practices.
• Develop automation, tooling, reports, utilities, and batch programs.
• Troubleshoot and track issue tickets with various vendors.
• Participate in an on-call rotation and address questions / issues.
• Coordinate with Security Management team to review security proposals and assess technical feasibility.
Qualifications
Required
• College graduate with 5+ years related work experience on the mainframe
• Experience with Mainframe security software configuration/ internals (Broadcom/CA-TSS)
• Ability to program in a command Mainframe batch and reporting languages (C, JCL, and REXX)
• Experience with distributed technology (such as: UNIX, USS file systems)
• Experience with z/OS utilities and facilities (such as: ISPF, TSO, SDSF, JES)
• Experience with database technology (such as: Sybase, DB2, SQL)
• Capable of working independently with limited oversight
• Good project planning, organization, time management skills and ability to multi-task
• MS Office business application experience (Excel, Word, Access, Power Point)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Must be a team player and foster a team first environment and culture
Desired
• Knowledge of PKI and experience working with the implementation and support of digital certificates, Kerberos, SSL, SSH Knowledge of PERL, shell scripting, OpenSSL, SSH.
• Systems Programming skills (such as: SMP, SYS1 datasets, assembler language programming)
• Mainframe Network knowledge
• Experience with middleware (such as: MQ Series, etc.)