Mainframe Security Administrator

Overview

Title:

Mainframe Security Administrator

Location:

Remote
Salary: $ – $

Employment Type:

Full‑Time Salary Exempt
Travel:
No
Relocation:
No

• Serve as a subject‑matter expert in Mainframe Security Administration to maintain data security and regulatory compliance.
• Provide primary support as the subject matter expert for z/OS operating systems and system components; support planning, implementation, and testing of releases, upgrades, or changes to z/OS operating system, network, and component software.
• Provide end‑user support for assigned Independent Software Vendor (ISV) products such as Blue Zone.
• Diagnose platform, software, and related product issues and conduct root‑cause analysis.
• Assist with maintaining and providing technical support for Mainframe Production Control and Support Jobs and the monthly Mainframe Job Scheduler.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 8 Years of hands‑on experience with Top Secret Security (TSS).
• 5 Years of hands‑on experience with z/OS Administration.
• 5 Years of experience with JES2 z/OS Unix System Services (OMVS).
• 5 Years of experience with Storage Management Subsystem (SMS).
• 3 Years of experience with TLS configuration (certificates, SSL‑RSA Keys, SFTP, FTPS).
• Must pass a background check. Additional background checks may be required by projects or clients during employment.

• Problem‑solving skills.
• Exceptional communication skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to analyze and interpret raw data.
• Requirements gathering and documentation.
• Business process improvement and system design.
• Ability to respond effectively to customers with a sense of urgency.
• Proficient in Microsoft and Adobe toolsets, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Acrobat, etc.
• Highly motivated with the ability to handle and manage multiple tasks at any one time.
• Ability to forge new relationships, individual and teaming in nature.
• Self‑starter who can work independently and as part of a team.

• 2 years of experience with REXX.
• 3 years of experience with performance monitoring to include initial analysis of performance issues.
• 3 years of working knowledge with each of the following:
• z/OS Operation
• z/OS Networking – VTAM, Access Method, TCP/IP
• z/OS‑centric automated job scheduling and management software (JOBTRAC)
• Terminal Emulator Software (BLUEZONE)
• VTAM Session Manager Software (VTAM/SWITCH)
• SMP/E (System Modification Program/Extended)
• RMF (Resource Measurement Facility)
• SMF (System Management Facility)
• WLM (Workload Management)
• JCL (Job Control Language)
• GRS (Global Resource Serialization)
• VSAM (Virtual Storage Access Method)
• TSO (Time Sharing Option)

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance;
  Wellness Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter)
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability options
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided)
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year
• Paid Time Off

• Professional remote office environment.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at a computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.