Mainframe Security Analyst, ACF2, TSS, RACF

FIS Global•Jacksonville, FL

2d•$90,040 - $153,070

About The Position

The Senior IT Security Analyst is a member of FIS’s Mainframe Security Support team, which handles tactical administration of the enterprise mainframe environment, including provisioning, digital certificates, audits, audit remediation, and other security changes. The role protects mainframe systems and information by managing access, maintaining security safeguards, resolving security issues, and supporting daily operations. The analyst works with users and technical teams, addresses audit findings, and keeps security practices aligned with company requirements. The position participates in an on-call rotation to respond to mainframe security issues outside regular business hours.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or an equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience.
Advanced technical knowledge of ACF2, TSS, or RACF; at least one is required, and ACF2 is preferred.
Proficiency in time management, communications, decision making, presentation, and organizational skills.
Intermediate decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Intermediate verbal and written communication skills for technical and non-technical audiences at various organizational levels.
Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees and/or clients.

Nice To Haves

In-depth knowledge of REXX.
CISSP, CCSP, or equivalent certification.

Responsibilities

Administer mainframe accounts for users and automated processes, maintaining access permissions aligned with job responsibilities and security requirements.
Maintain password protections and manage digital certificates used to verify identities and secure connections in the mainframe environment.
Maintain security procedures and carry out access requests and security changes in accordance with company standards.
Support audits and address identified security gaps.
Work with users to understand access and security needs, resolve questions and requests, and explain requirements to technical and non-technical audiences.
Communicate relevant security updates and contribute to risk assessments and response procedures.
Participate in the on-call rotation, responding to mainframe security issues and helping resolve access and security problems outside regular business hours.