Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer- Logical Security

Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer- Logical Security

At Ensono, our Purpose is to be a relentless ally, disrupting the status quo and unleashing our clients to Do Great Things!  We enable our clients to achieve key business outcomes that reshape how our world runs. As an expert technology adviser and managed service provider with cross-platform certifications, Ensono empowers our clients to keep up with continuous change and embrace innovation.  

We can Do Great Things because we have great Associates. The Ensono Core Values unify our diverse talents and are woven into how we do business. Honesty, reliability, curiosity, collaboration, and passion are the key to achieving our purpose. 

About the role and what you'll be doing:

We are seeking a skilled Senior Mainframe Systems Programmer with 8 + years of experience in mainframe security, specifically with RACF and ACF2. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in administering login IDs, dataset, and resource rules, as well as expertise in mainframe digital certificates. This role requires monitoring system security policies, handling violations/incidents, and performing regular audit reviews. The candidate will also liaise with business and technical support areas, provide customer support through reports and presentations, and ensure adherence to security standards. Availability for 24/7 support is essential.

Key Areas of Focus for this Role

• Administer RACF and ACF2 login IDs, dataset, and resource rules.
• Manage and monitor mainframe digital certificates.
• Oversee system security policies and address violations/incidents.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly audit report reviews.
• Collaborate with business and technical support teams.
• Prepare ad hoc reports and deliver presentations for customer support.
• Ensure compliance with security standards across the environment.

Required Qualifications 

• Minimum 8 years of experience in Mainframe Security packages RACF and ACF2.
• College degree preferred
• Technical Skills:
  • Excellent TSO, JCL, IBM UTILITIES, JES2, and ISPF a must 
  • Experience using ZSECURE security products is desired 
• General Knowledge:
  • Some MVS experience is a plus
  • PC Skills (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) ACF2, Top Secret, and iSeries security knowledge a plus
• Technical knowledge across multiple Mainframe teams
• Proficient in Microsoft suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint) to a level of creating documents which can be shared with clients.  
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Customer Service skills at management level
• Experience establishing and documenting processes and procedures
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills
• Understand a large-scale 24×7 production environment
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills with knowledge of problem analysis
• Must be self-motivated and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with cross-functional teams as well as provide guidance to junior team members.

Why Ensono?

Ensono is a place to make better happen – for our clients and for your career. You can do great things through innovation or collaboration, by learning or volunteering, or to promote diversity and inclusion. You can do great things for your own health or for a healthier planet. Whatever it means to you to do great things we want Ensono to be the place you can do it.  

We are a client-facing business, but we do encourage clients to allow us to work remotely most of the time so if you are not required to be on a client site, you can choose to work from home or in our Ensono offices. 

Some of our benefits include: 

• Unlimited Paid Days Off  

• Three health plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield  

• 401k with company match  

• Eligibility for dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D coverage, and flexible spending accounts  

• Paid Maternity Leave, Paternity Leave, and Sabbatical Leave 

• Education Reimbursement, Student Loan Assistance or 529 College Funding 

• Enhanced fertility coverage 

• Wellness program  

• Flexible work schedule  
• Depending on location, ability to take advantage of fitness centers 

As of the date of this posting, a good faith estimate of the current pay scale for this role is $80,000 to $148,000 annually based on a full-time schedule. Please note that placement in the range may vary based on numerous factors including but not limited to skills, experience, internal equity, and business needs. In addition to base salary, other compensation programs, depending on eligibility, include an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, and an equity grant under our Associate Equity Appreciation Program. 

Ensono is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to providing equal employment to our Associates and building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.  

Pay transparency nondiscrimination statement/posting OFCCP’s pay transparency policy can be found on OFCCP’s website.  

If you need accommodation at any point during the application or interview process, please let your recruiter know or email USTalentAcquisition@ensono.com.