Senior Mainframe Security Architect to Develop and implement security frameworks for mainframe [...]

SML Inox; Toronto; Remote; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the hunt for a Senior Mainframe Security Architect to spearhead the development and implementation of robust security frameworks for mainframe environments. This pivotal role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver architected solutions, documenting technical artifacts, and mentoring others in architectural techniques. If you have a proven track record in Mainframe security and are ready to take on challenging projects in a fully remote environment, this opportunity could be your next big career move. Join a forward-thinking company where your expertise will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a z/OS System Programmer.
• Strong understanding of Mainframe software and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Architect solutions with clients, sales teams, and vendors.
• Document solutions using relevant documentation tools.

Skills

Mainframe Security System ACF2

RACF

z/OS System Programming

Interpersonal Communication

Technical Documentation

Tools

Word

Visio

MS Project

PowerPoint

Job description

Our client is seeking a Senior Mainframe Security Architect to develop and implement security frameworks for mainframe environments.

Duration: 1 year with multiple extensions

Work Mode: 100% Remote

Responsibilities:

1. Work with client, sales teams, proposal managers, and vendors to architect solutions.
2. Collaborate with client Mainframe system programmers and Project Managers to deliver architected solutions.
3. Document solutions including roadmaps, design documents, diagrams, and project plans, using relevant documentation tools including Word, Visio, MS Project, and/or PowerPoint.
4. Work closely with various teams to gather business and technical requirements.
5. Perform and balance tasks on multiple concurrent projects across multiple customers.
6. Mediate and manage architectural conditions, including those that are contractually required.
7. Educate, mentor, and coach teams in applying architectural techniques.

Must Haves:

1. Primary role: Mainframe Security System ACF2 & RACF SME/Architect.
2. Strong understanding of Mainframe software and hardware - specifically a minimum of 8 years’ experience as a z/OS System Programmer.
3. Strong people management and interpersonal communication skills.
4. Ability to act as technical lead in resolving difficult problems.
5. Capability to handle multiple tasks across potentially multiple projects.
6. Willingness to work off hours when required.
7. Ability to accurately document technical artifacts.
8. Proven track record of achieving win/win scenarios.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. SMP/E and system utilities, ACF2, RACF, IO Gen (HCD), Assembler Language knowledge and 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, installing simple to complex (tape management, job scheduling) products, JES2 and JES3 advanced skills.
2. Diagnostic skills: PD (problem determination), IPCS, LOGREC.
3. Understanding of SYSPLEX concepts, familiarity with CPU keys (ordering, applying), experience working with vendors (IBM and others).