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Remote CA-Top Secret (TSS) Mainframe SME

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Job Description

Remote Mainframe CA-Top Secret (TSS) SME, 3 plus months, contract opportunity.

Requirements

TSS Skills required…

  • Extensive z/OS Top Secret System Security knowledge (i.e. Global Security Settings, SSL and Digital Certificate, risk assessment, business continuity/DR, etc.),
  • 3 plus years with hands on Top Secret support (Skill Level 3-4 on a 0-4 scale) (this does NOT include UserID Administration support).
  • Knowledge of generally excepted security standards: HIPPA, PCI, DISA STIGS, and NIST requirements to provide guidance to z/OS System Support teams, Business Controls and the customer,
  • In-depth knowledge of various system and sub-system products: used to evaluate and implement Software/Application security (i.e.: z/OS, CICS, DB2, IMS, MQSeries, Omegamon, JES2, CA7/OPC, CA1/RMM, etc.),
  • z/OS System and Sub-System knowledge (i.e.: JCL, SDSF, JES2/3, FTP,…). Must be able to create/update/run Jobs in support of security changes and monitoring,
  • Broad data analysis and report writing skills – Tools: RACFRW, ETF/A, zSecure, VRA, JCL, SAS, etc. Coding skills: REXX, Clist, CARLa,…
  • Robust Problem Determination and Problem Resolution skills – understands the steps required to investigate the core issue and determine a secure resolution,
  • Experience with managing (open/close) Problem and Change tickets within the variety of IPC tools,
  • Above average Oral/Written Communication skills – Is able to consult on and present security concepts to management and clients,
  • Working knowledge of MS-Word, MS-Excel, and terminal emulators (i.e.: Attachment, TN3270, Reflections…)
  • Self-Starter that requires minimal oversight - Able to multitask, set priorities, and lead projects and meetings,
  • NICE TO HAVE: MVS system support / programming skills and UserID Administration type skills.

Advice from our career coach

A successful applicant for this Remote Mainframe CA-Top Secret (TSS) SME position should have a strong background in z/OS Top Secret System Security and experience with various system and sub-system products. Here are some tips to stand out as an applicant:

  • Demonstrate extensive z/OS Top Secret System Security knowledge, including Global Security Settings and risk assessment.
  • Show 3 plus years of hands-on Top Secret support experience at Skill Level 3-4.
  • Highlight your knowledge of security standards such as HIPPA, PCI, DISA STIGS, and NIST requirements.
  • Emphasize your ability to create/update/run Jobs in support of security changes and monitoring.
  • Showcase your data analysis and report writing skills using tools like RACFRW and zSecure.
  • Highlight your problem determination and problem resolution skills, including managing Problem and Change tickets.
  • Exhibit strong Oral/Written Communication skills and experience consulting on security concepts.
  • Show proficiency in MS-Word, MS-Excel, and terminal emulators.
  • Demonstrate your ability to work independently with minimal oversight and lead projects and meetings.
  • If you have MVS system support/programming skills and UserID Administration experience, make sure to mention it as a nice-to-have.

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