Mainframe Systems Administrator

Regions Financial Corporation; Charlotte (NC); Remote; USD 96,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Regions Financial Corporation is seeking a Systems Administrator to oversee the installation and maintenance of operating systems and servers. This full-time position involves ensuring security, compliance, and continuous improvement of systems operations. Candidates should have a related degree and experience managing complex server environments.

Benefits

Paid Vacation / Sick Time

401K with Company Match

Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

Disability Benefits

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience with installation and configuration of system software.
• Knowledge of security standards and system compliance.
• Familiarity with SSL/TLS protocols and cryptographic concepts.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation, maintenance, and configuration of computer software.
• Manage compliance in Security and Regulatory standards.
• Conduct routine hardware and software audits.

Skills

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

Strong attention to detail

Excellent interpersonal communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

High School Diploma or GED with ten (10) years of related experience

Tools

RACDCERT

z / OSMF

Security Manager Database

JCL and batch processing

ISPF

ConnectDirect

Apache Server

AT- TLS

PAGENT

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.

Regions is dedicated to taking appropriate steps to safeguard and protect private and personally identifiable information you submit. The information that you submit will be collected and reviewed by associates, consultants, and vendors of Regions in order to evaluate your qualifications and experience for job opportunities and will not be used for marketing purposes, sold, or shared outside of Regions unless required by law. Such information will be stored in accordance with regulatory requirements and in conjunction with Regions' Retention Schedule for a minimum of three years. You may review, modify, or update your information by visiting and logging into the careers section of the system.

Job Description :

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.

Position Type

Full time

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

Median : 125,040.00 USD

This job is not incentive eligible.

Benefits Information

Regions offers a benefits package that is flexible, comprehensive and recognizes that "one size does not fit all" for benefits-eligible associates. Listed below is a synopsis of the benefits offered by Regions for informational purposes, which is not intended to be a complete summary of plan terms and conditions.

• Paid Vacation / Sick Time
• 401K with Company Match
• Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Disability Benefits
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

https : / / www.regions.com / welcometour / benefits.rf

Riverchase Operations Center

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.

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