Overview
Remote
$60 - $70
Contract - Independent
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
Skills
RACF security
audits and regulatory compliance efforts
IRRUT200/IRRUT400
mainframe system internals
Job Details
We are seeking an experienced RACF Mainframe Security Consultant to design, implement, and support enterprise-scale RACF security solutions in large mainframe environments. This role requires deep technical expertise in RACF administration, security controls, and compliance frameworks, along with the ability to partner with infrastructure, application, and audit teams to ensure secure and efficient operations.
Responsibilities:
- Administer and manage RACF security, including profiles, groups, and permissions across multiple mainframe LPARs.
- Perform security assessments, user provisioning/de-provisioning, and compliance validation.
- Collaborate with infrastructure teams to maintain RACF databases, implement exits, and tune security rules.
- Support audits and regulatory compliance efforts (SOX, PCI, HIPAA, etc.), preparing reports and remediation plans.
- Troubleshoot RACF-related issues impacting applications, systems, or access management.
- Provide expertise in RACF utilities, IRRUT200/IRRUT400, RLIST, SETROPTS, and SMF reporting.
- Design and implement RACF policies and standards aligned to enterprise security architecture.
- Mentor junior team members and knowledge-transfer to client stakeholders.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 7+ years of hands-on experience with RACF administration in z/OS mainframe environments.
- Strong expertise in RACF database utilities, exits, rules, and SMF reporting.
- Solid understanding of mainframe system internals (z/OS, JES2/3, TSO/ISPF, JCL).
- Proven track record of working with compliance and audit teams (SOX, PCI, HIPAA).
- Familiarity with multifactor authentication, encryption, and cryptographic controls in mainframe environments.
- Strong troubleshooting and performance-tuning skills.
- Excellent communication skills for interfacing with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with CA-Top Secret or ACF2 (for cross-domain integration).
- Knowledge of automation tools such as REXX, CLIST, or automation frameworks for RACF administration.
- Exposure to enterprise IAM solutions (SailPoint, Okta, etc.) and integration with RACF.
Certifications: IBM z/OS Security Specialist, CISSP, or equivalent.
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