Senior Mainframe Security Architect (ACF2 and RACF)

Software International; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Mainframe Security Architect specializing in ACF2 and RACF. This pivotal role involves working closely with clients and project managers to architect secure solutions within the finance domain. You'll leverage your expertise in mainframe security systems and z/OS programming to design and document comprehensive solutions. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a long-term engagement while mentoring teams and managing architectural conditions. Join a dynamic environment that values your skills and offers the chance to work on diverse projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a z/OS System Programmer with a focus on ACF2 and RACF.
• Strong knowledge of SMP/E, system utilities, and Assembler Language.

Responsibilities

• Architect solutions and collaborate with various teams to gather requirements.
• Document technical artifacts and educate teams on architectural techniques.

Skills

Mainframe Security System ACF2

RACF

z/OS System Programming

Assembler Language

Problem & Change Management

Bilingual (French and English)

Tools

Word

Visio

MS Project

PowerPoint

Job description

Senior Mainframe Security Architect (ACF2 and RACF)

Company Overview:

Software International (SI) supplies technical talent to a variety of clients ranging from Fortune 100/500/1000 companies to small and mid-sized organizations in Canada/US.

Position Overview:

We are currently seeking a Senior Mainframe Security Architect (ACF2 and RACF) to join our global IT infrastructure consulting client in the Montreal area on a long-term engagement with one of their clients in the finance domain.

Responsibilities:

• Work with client, sales, proposal managers, and vendors to architect solutions.
• Act as a bridge between the client and sales, proposal managers, project managers, system programmers, and infrastructure specialists.
• Collaborate with mainframe system programmers and project managers to deliver architected solutions.
• Document solutions including roadmaps, design documents, diagrams, and project plans using relevant documentation tools including Word, Visio, MS Project, and/or PowerPoint.
• Work closely with various teams to gather business and technical requirements.
• Balance tasks on multiple concurrent projects across multiple customers.
• Mediate and manage architectural conditions, including those that are contractually required.
• Educate, mentor, and coach teams in applying architectural techniques.
• Accurately document technical artifacts.
• Knowledge of SMP/E and system utilities, ACF2, RACF, IO Gen (HCD), Assembler Language, and the ability to develop, maintain, and deploy Assembler code, BMC & IBM Scheduler software, TSO, ISPF; understanding of problem & change management (eESM experience is an asset); install and support program products, including installing simple to complex (tape management, job scheduling) products; advanced skills in JES2 and JES3.

Must Have:

• Mainframe Security System ACF2 & RACF SME/Architect
• 5+ years experience as a z/OS System Programmer
• Knowledge of SMP/E and system utilities, ACF2, RACF, IO Gen (HCD), Assembler Language.
• Understanding of SYSPLEX concepts and familiarity with CPU keys (ordering, applying); experience working with vendors.

Nice to Have:

• Bilingual (French and English).
• Adaptation to standard client change management processes.