Mainframe Security

eNGINE; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training/certifications

Job summary

eNGINE is hiring an experienced Mainframe Security professional to join a team of four providing z/OS security services across a major financial services company. This role serves as a subject matter expert on Mainframe Security Systems (ACF2, TSS, RACF) supporting vulnerability management, security hardening, and remediation projects.

Responsibilities include day-to-day tactical execution, guiding vulnerability management initiatives, and interfacing with client staff to train on our

Qualifications

• Deep mainframe (z/OS) expertise with hands-on experience in ACF2, TSS, or RACF
• 7–10 years of experience with zSecure Audit
• Proficiency in Mainframe REXX, IBM Sync Sort, and ICETOOL
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day tactical execution of security projects, including detailed data analytics, asset modeling, and project documentation
• Serve as subject matter expert on Mainframe Security Systems — ACF2, TSS, and RACF — supporting vulnerability management initiatives
• Apply z/OS ACF2/TSS/RACF STIG guidelines in system hardening efforts
• Determine security standards for z/OS hardening, security controls, and vulnerability remediation
• Interface directly with client staff to train and support day-to-day use of our home-grown vulnerability tool and other utility tools
• Serve as liaison between mainframe engineering teams and information security teams

Job description

eNGINE builds Technical Teams. We are a Solutions and Placement firm shaped by decades of interaction with Technical professionals. Our inspiration is continuous learning and engagement with the markets we serve, the talent we represent, and the teams we build. Our Consulting Workforce is encouraged to enjoy career fulfillment in the form of challenging projects, schedule flexibility, and paid training/certifications. Successful outcomes start and finish with eNGINE.

eNGINE is hiring an experienced Mainframe Security professional to join a team of four providing z/OS security services across a major financial services company. This role serves as a subject matter expert on Mainframe Security Systems (ACF2, TSS, RACF) supporting vulnerability management, security hardening, and remediation projects.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day tactical execution of security projects, including detailed data analytics, asset modeling, and project documentation
• Serve as subject matter expert on Mainframe Security Systems — ACF2, TSS, and RACF — supporting vulnerability management initiatives
• Apply z/OS ACF2/TSS/RACF STIG guidelines in system hardening efforts
• Determine security standards for z/OS hardening, security controls, and vulnerability remediation
• Interface directly with client staff to train and support day-to-day use of our home-grown vulnerability tool and other utility tools
• Serve as liaison between mainframe engineering teams and information security teams

Required Qualifications

• Deep mainframe (z/OS) expertise, with hands-on experience in at least one of: ACF2, TSS (Top Secret), or RACF
• 7–10 years of experience with zSecure Audit
• Proficiency in Mainframe REXX, IBM Sync Sort, and ICETOOL
• Strong communication and documentation skills

Preferred Skills

• Deep expertise in Broadcom ACF2 and/or Top Secret (TSS)
• Background in z/OS security consulting or penetration testing

No C2C, relocation, referral, or sponsorship candidates for this role.