Mainframe Security Architect

Software International (SI) supplies technical talent to a variety of Fortune 100/500/1000 and other companies in Canada/US.

We are currently hiring for a Mainframe Security Architect for our global IT infratructure consulting client.

Location: Canada , EST - remote

Rate: $110-130/hr CAD C2C

Start Date: ASAP

Duration: 6 months initially, then multiple 6 - 12 month extensions

Job Role & Responsibility: Mainframe Security Architect

Candidate Requirements:

• Primary role: Mainframe Security System ACF2 & RACF SME/Architect
• Will have a strong understanding of Mainframe software and hardware specifically a minimum 8 years experience as a z/OS System Programmer
• Will possess strong people management and interpersonal communications
• Will be able to act as a bridge between client and Kyndryl Sales, Proposal Managers, Project Managers, System Programmers and Infrastructure Specialists
• Will be able to act as technical lead in resolving difficult problems
• Will be able to work with little or no supervision
• Will be able to handle multiple tasks, across potentially multiple projects
• Will be able to work off hours when required
• Will be able to accurately document technical artifacts
• Has a proven track record of achieving win/win scenarios In addition, ideal (preferred)

SMP/E and system utilities, ACF2, RACF, IO Gen (HCD), Assembler Language knowledge and ability to develop, maintain and deploy Assembler code, BMC & IBM Scheduler software, TSO, ISPF, understanding of problem & change, management (eESM experience is an asset), Install and support program products, installing simple to complex (tape management, job scheduling) products, JES2 and JES3 advance skills

Diagnostic skills: PD (problem determination), IPCS, LOGREC

Understand of SYSPLEX concepts, familiarity with CPU keys (ordering, applying), experience working with vendors (IBM and others)

Candidate will:

• Ideally be bilingual (English, French)
• Be a creative thinker, able to think outside of the box
• Be an engaging and influential personality that can win the trust of clients & fellow colleagues
• Have experience with the following major z/OS subsystems: CICS, IMS, MQ and DB2
• Have a passion for identifying and growing business opportunities

Other Skills:

• Independent
• Adaptation to standard, client change management process
• Create & update documentation
• working in a virtual team environment, communicate with peers across the country

Responsibilities:

• Work with client, sales, proposal managers and vendors to architect solutions
• Work with internal Mainframe system programmers and Project Managers and client to deliver architected solutions
• Document solutions including roadmaps, design documents, diagrams and project plans, using relevant documentation tools including Word, Visio, MS Project and/or PowerPoint
• Work closely with various teams to gather business and technical requirements
• Perform and Balance tasks on multiple concurrent projects across multiple customers
• Mediate and manage architectural conditions including those that are contractually required
• Educate, mentor and coach teams in applying architectural techniques