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Title:  Senior IT Security Analyst
Location:  Livingston, NJ
Job Type:  Contract
Compensation:   per Hour
Reference Code:  951414-AQG
Description:  Our client is seeking a Senior IT Security Analyst - Mainframe Operations Support. The responsibilities of this position include the following:
  • Responsible for the set-up and maintenance of CA's Top-Secret security software on multiple Z/OS mainframe systems Experience with SAP on the mainframe, z/Linux, TSS groups, ZFS/HFS security is required
  • Monitors and maintains the security databases for all mainframe LPARs on all systems
  • Develop and maintains automated processes for security reports
  • Prepares ad hoc reports as requested by clients
  • Monitors the environment for adherence to security standards
  • Defines and implements security requirements for new applications and upgrades
  • Executes problem determination and resolution
  • Assists in creating and implementing security standards, policy and guidelines
  • Through daily interaction, educates users in security principles, policy and practices
  • Processes authorized changes to machine log-on ID's and security software
  • Create and delete user Ids; create and modify uid strings, etc.
  • Administers password access
  • Implements interfaces with OEM (non-IBM) products
  • Reviews database and recommends and implements changes to improve the security product and service
  • Analyzes client needs and implements problem resolution
  • Participates in audit activities
  • Work scheduled includes rotating off hour on-call and weekend support
Requirements:  Skills/Experience Required:
  • In-depth knowledge of CA's Top Secret security product is a must
  • Excellent TSO, JCL, IBM UTILITIES, JES2, and ISPF is a must
  • Experience with SAP development and production environment
  • Strong knowledge of mainframe Unix (LINUX) Systems service is required
  • Strong knowledge of SDSF, CICS, DB2, MVS, SAS
  • REXX, CLIST and or SAS programming skills are a plus
  • Knowledge of IBM's RACF security product is a plus
  • Excellent analytical skills, problem solving skills
  • Excellent team-player with the ability to work independently in a fast paced environment
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Self starter, detailed-oriented and the ability to multi-task