Mainframe Systems Administrator

Regions Bank; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 96,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Regions Bank is seeking a Systems Administrator to oversee the installation and maintenance of operating systems and servers. This role involves ensuring compliance with security standards, managing software licensing, and providing expertise in system design and planning. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree or equivalent experience and strong analytical skills. This position is primarily remote but requires proximity to Birmingham, AL.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or technical training with 6 years experience.
• High School Diploma or GED with 10 years experience.
• Advanced knowledge of operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversees installation, maintenance, and configuration of systems.
• Implements operating system enhancements for reliability.
• Conducts routine audits of workstations and servers.

Skills

Multitasking

Customer Service

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

High School Diploma or GED with ten years of experience

Tools

RACDCERT

z/OSMF

Security Manager Database

JCL and batch processing

ISPF

Apache Server

Job description

Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can build a career --- a place to expect more opportunities. If you are focused on results, dedicated to quality, strength and integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then we are your employer of choice.

At Regions, the Systems Administrator oversees installing, configuring, and maintaining operating system workstations and servers, including web servers, in support of business processing requirements.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides expertise to the design, planning, implementation, operation, and security of systems
• Ensures long-term requirements of systems operations and administration are included in the overall information systems planning of the organization
• Oversees the installation, maintenance, configuration, and integrity of computer software
• Implements operating system enhancements that will improve the reliability and performance of the system
• Monitors and maintains continuity with system software licensing and maintenance agreements
• Provides recommendations regarding hardware and system software planning and budgeting
• Manages compliance in Security and Regulatory standards
• Some scripting (i.e. PowerShell and Bash)
• Conducts routine hardware and software audits of workstations and servers to ensure compliance with established standards, policies, and configuration guidelines
• Develops and maintains a comprehensive operating system hardware and software configuration database/library of all supporting documentation
• Drives improvements to processes and design enhancements
• Coordinates, facilitates, and verifies projects across multiple environments

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or a technical training program with six (6) years of related experience
• Or, a High School Diploma or GED with ten (10) years of related experience

Skills and Competencies

• Ability to multitask and prioritize projects
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced team-oriented environment
• Advanced knowledge of operating systems Excellent customer service skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Additional Job Description

• Certificate Lifecycle Management: -Creating, renewing, revoking, and managing certificates for users, systems, and applications.
• RACF Integration: Coordinating with RACF security team for the installation of certificates
• Application Integration:
• Coordinating with Application owners for the for the installation of certificates
• SSL/TLS Configuration: Configuring SSL/TLS connections, including setting up trust stores and keyrings, to secure communication channels.
• Certificate Auditing: Tracking certificate usage and activity for security analysis and compliance.
• Security Policy Implementation: Ensuring certificates are used in accordance with organizational security policies and best practices.
• Troubleshooting: Diagnosing and resolving issues related to certificate management and SSL/TLS connectivity.

Key Skills and Knowledge

• Certificate Authority (CA) knowledge: Understanding the principles and practices of CA operations, including certificate signing and revocation.
• RACF Administration: Familiarity with RACF commands, profiles, and security settings.
• SSL/TLS Protocols: Knowledge of SSL/TLS protocols and their use in z/OS environments.
• Cryptographic Concepts: Understanding of cryptographic keys, certificates, and their use in securing communication.
• z/OS System Administration: Basic knowledge of z/OS system administration tasks.
• Understanding of z/OSMF: Knowledge of z/OS Management Facility (z/OSMF) and its role in managing certificates.
• Cryptographic Concepts: Understanding of cryptographic keys, cipher suites, signing algorithms, certificates, and their use in securing communication.

Tools and Technologies

• RACDCERT: A RACF command used to manage certificates.
• z/OSMF: A web-based interface for managing z/OS resources, including certificates.
• Security Manager Database: The database where certificate information is stored, typically RACF.
• JCL and batch processing: Used for automating certificate management tasks.
• ISPF: Interactive System Productivity Facility, used for interacting with z/OS.
• ConnectDirect: Familiarity with SecurePlus and User Authorization Records.
• Apache Server: Used for application interfaces
• AT-TLS: Used for creation of a secure session on behalf of an application
• PAGENT: The Policy Agent for z/OS

This position is currently offsite; however associate must be within a reasonable driving distance to Birmingham AL, Atlanta GA, or Charlotte NC. Associates will work from their home primarily. They may be expected to go on site for meetings or other events as needed.

Compensation Details

Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.

The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.

Job Range Target:

Minimum:

$96,548.10 USD

50th Percentile:

$125,040.00 USD

Incentive Pay Plans:

This job is not incentive eligible.

Location:

Hoover, Alabama

Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans

Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.