Senior Mainframe Security Analyst
About The Position
CTG is seeking to fill a Senior Mainframe Security Analyst position for our client. Location: Remote (occasional travel to Raleigh, NC at client’s expense) Duration: 12 months Duties: Maintain and enhance the security posture of the IBM System z mainframe environment, including installation and configuration of RACF, encryption, key management, and certificate management solutions Remediate incidents, vulnerabilities, and service requests within established SLAs Develop and maintain comprehensive reporting frameworks that reflect current security posture, policy alignment, project progress, and audit remediation status Design and drive mainframe security initiatives based on risk assessments, security policies, and audit findings; collaborate cross-functionally to plan, test, and implement solutions Translate complex technical security concepts into clear, consumable formats for IT leadership, business stakeholders, and audit teams Lead and contribute to enterprise security discussions, including risk analysis, disaster recovery planning, training, and policy development/review Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and addressing findings Provide 24x7 production support for mainframe security-related issues as required
Requirements
- Deep expertise in IBM mainframe security, including RACF administration and architecture
- Strong knowledge of z/OS, UNIX System Services (USS), z/Linux, Db2, and CICS security
- Experience with IBM Trusted Key Entry (TKE) and enterprise encryption technologies
- Proficiency in mainframe utilities and programming languages such as JCL, REXX, and CLIST
- Solid understanding of Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), certificate lifecycle management, and encryption frameworks
- Working knowledge of network security principles and client-server architectures
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and risk assessment capabilities
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences
- Ability to work independently while contributing effectively in a collaborative team environment
- Minimum 5 years of experience in system architecture with a focus on information security and technology risk
- Proven experience managing and securing IBM mainframe environments
- Experience supporting audits and regulatory compliance initiatives
- Demonstrated ability to work with minimal supervision and meet deadlines in a high-availability environment
- Bachelor’s degree or Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field; or equivalent work experience
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group are required.
Nice To Haves
- 7+ years of experience in systems architecture focused on security
- Experience with SailPoint identity governance integration
- Experience with Venafi for certificate and key management
- Experience mentoring and coaching junior technical staff
- Professional certifications such as CISSP or CISA
- Preferred: CCUE Certification and 5 consecutive years of full-time SECU service
Responsibilities
- Maintain and enhance the security posture of the IBM System z mainframe environment, including installation and configuration of RACF, encryption, key management, and certificate management solutions
- Remediate incidents, vulnerabilities, and service requests within established SLAs
- Develop and maintain comprehensive reporting frameworks that reflect current security posture, policy alignment, project progress, and audit remediation status
- Design and drive mainframe security initiatives based on risk assessments, security policies, and audit findings; collaborate cross-functionally to plan, test, and implement solutions
- Translate complex technical security concepts into clear, consumable formats for IT leadership, business stakeholders, and audit teams
- Lead and contribute to enterprise security discussions, including risk analysis, disaster recovery planning, training, and policy development/review
- Support internal and external audits by preparing documentation, responding to inquiries, and addressing findings
- Provide 24x7 production support for mainframe security-related issues as required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
