Mainframe Security Administrator with RACF and ACF2

Overview

Remote
Hybrid
Accepts corp to corp applications
Contract - 30 day((s))

Skills

HIPAA
SOX
IBM
JCL
RACF
Broadcom ACF2
z/OS
z/VM
TSO/ISPF
SDSF
PCI-DSS

Job Details

RACF (Resource Access Control Facility) and ACF2 (Access Control Facility 2) are both security products used on mainframe systems, specifically z/OS and z/VM. RACF is a product of IBM, while ACF2 is developed by Broadcom. They both provide access control, authentication, and auditing for protected resources

Job Description:

We are seeking a seasoned Mainframe Security Administrator with expertise in RACF (Resource Access Control Facility) and ACF2 (Access Control Facility 2) to manage and maintain security across z/OS and z/VM environments. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in ensuring access controls, enforcing security policies, and auditing compliance for protected resources within enterprise mainframe systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Administer and manage RACF and ACF2 security tools across multiple IBM z/OS and z/VM systems.
  • Define, implement, and maintain user profiles, permissions, roles, and group access settings.
  • Develop and enforce security rules and policies for mainframe resources, datasets, applications, and terminals.
  • Perform security audits and regular reviews to ensure compliance with internal and external regulatory requirements.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve access issues and security violations.
  • Support incident response and forensic investigations related to mainframe security.
  • Collaborate with system administrators, application developers, and compliance teams to ensure secure and seamless operations.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of all security configurations and changes.
  • Participate in risk assessments and contribute to security best practices for mainframe environments.

Required Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in mainframe administration with a focus on security.
  • Hands-on experience with both IBM RACF and Broadcom ACF2 security products.
  • Strong knowledge of z/OS, z/VM, TSO/ISPF, JCL, and SDSF.
  • Experience with user provisioning, access control, and role-based access models.
  • Familiarity with compliance requirements such as SOX, PCI-DSS, HIPAA, etc.
  • Proficient in writing and maintaining security rules and access control lists.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and documentation skills.
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