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 : $110130 / 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)

C andidate 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