Mainframe MQ Security Lead (z/OS, Top Secret)

Blue Pearl PTY; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A South African financial services provider is seeking a highly experienced Mainframe Security Specialist for a critical, short-term project. The role involves addressing audit findings related to MQ security on mainframes, implementing robust access controls, and producing documentation of security patterns. The successful candidate must have over 10 years of experience in mainframe environments, boasting expertise in MQ on Mainframe and Broadcom Top Secret, alongside a strong understanding of security architecture and compliance within financial sectors.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in mainframe environments.
• Proven track record in mainframe security and MQ environments.
• Experience working in financial services or highly regulated industries.
• Demonstrated involvement in security audits and remediation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead remediation of MQ security vulnerabilities within a mainframe environment.
• Design and implement secure access control frameworks using Broadcom Top Secret.
• Define and document security patterns and controls across batch processing, CICS transactions, user access, and more.
• Collaborate with mainframe and MQ engineers/SMEs for best-practice security implementation.
• Ensure all remediation activities are completed within audit timelines.

Skills

MQ on Mainframe (z/OS)

Broadcom Top Secret

Mainframe security architecture

DevOps practices

CICS security

Batch job security controls

User authentication and authorization

Third-party tool security integration

Audit remediation

Scalable security patterns

Education

Relevant certifications in mainframe technologies or security

Job description

A South African financial services provider is seeking a highly experienced Mainframe Security Specialist for a critical, short-term project. The role involves addressing audit findings related to MQ security on mainframes, implementing robust access controls, and producing documentation of security patterns. The successful candidate must have over 10 years of experience in mainframe environments, boasting expertise in MQ on Mainframe and Broadcom Top Secret, alongside a strong understanding of security architecture and compliance within financial sectors.