Jack Henry & Associates

Mainframe Access Control Engineer : RACF

Jack Henry & Associates$64K — $100K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience with the z/OS mainframe
  • 3+ years of experience in RACF administration
  • Strong background in security systems and policies
  • Experience with Job Control Language (JCL)
  • Familiarity with mainframe tools like IBM TW Job Scheduler and 3270 Emulator

Responsibilities

  • Develop and enforce security policies and procedures to protect electronic information
  • Implement security standards for data encryption and checkpoints
  • Act as the primary liaison for security issues with internal and external stakeholders
  • Follow up on findings from security reviews
  • Utilize JCL to analyze job flows, troubleshoot, and develop reports
  • Monitor and evaluate mainframe user activity for compliance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the security of the mainframe environment

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work remotely within the U.S. except for California
  • Engaging work with cross-functional teams
  • Possibility for professional development opportunities through broader security initiatives
  • Onsite interview or onboarding requirement for verification of identity
Full Job Description
An Information Security Engineer II is responsible for strengthening and safeguarding the organization's mainframe environment by developing and enforcing security controls, policies, and procedures. This role leads the implementation of security standards, evaluates and integrates new security tools, and serves as the primary contact for internal and external stakeholders on mainframe security issues. It includes conducting follow - ups on audit findings, administering RACF access controls, analyzing JCL job flows, troubleshooting system activity, and ensuring secure file transmission. The engineer collaborates with cross - functional teams to maintain the integrity of the z/OS environment, monitors user activity for compliance, and supports broader security initiatives across the enterprise.

This position may be worked remotely within the United States, with the exception of California.

This position is ineligible for immigration sponsorship and support. Please do not apply if at any time you will need immigration support now or in the future (i.e., H-1B, STEM OPT Training Plans, etc.).

The salary range for this position is $64,450- $100,000 and will be determined based on location and experience level.

All positions, regardless of location, may require an onsite interview or in-person onboarding requirement to verify your identity.

What you'll be responsible for:
• Develops the security of electronic information and establishes security systems, policies and procedures to prevent system compromise or infiltration.
• Develops and implements standards for appropriate security checkpoints and encryption methods.
• Investigates, recommends and monitors implementation of new security products and services. Acts as a central point of contact for internal and external customers on security issues.
• Follows up on security findings from security-related reviews and other third-party reviews.
• Using access control facilities and Job Control Language (JCL) to:
Develop reports.
Research and analyze job flow.
Troubleshoot.
• Investigating, recommending, and monitoring file transmission.
• Participating in project meetings and work with other JH departments to ensure security of the mainframe environment and scheduler.
• Monitoring and evaluating internal and external mainframe users.
• May perform other job duties as assigned.

What you'll need to have:
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with z/OS mainframe.
• Must have 3 years experience with Mainframe Access Control (RACF=Remote Access Control Facility) administration.

What would be nice for you to have:
• Programming knowledge in Rexx, Carla.
• Familiar with Mainframe z/OS tools, (i.e. IBM TW Job Scheduler, 3270 Emulator, JCL).

If you got this far, we hope you're feeling excited about this opportunity. Even if you don't feel you meet every single requirement on this posting, we still encourage you to apply. We're looking for passionate, driven individuals who align with our mission and can bring unique perspectives to our team.

About Jack Henry & Associates

Jack Henry & Associates is a leading provider of technology solutions and payment processing services primarily for the financial services industry. The company offers a range of software products and services, including core processing, digital banking, payment processing, and risk management solutions. Jack Henry & Associates serves more than 9,000 customers nationwide, including banks, credit unions, and other financial institutions. The company was founded in 1976 and is headquartered in Monett, Missouri.
Learn more about Jack Henry & Associates
Size
6,714 employees
Market Cap
$13 billion
Industry
Net Income
$298.4 million
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
+7%
Revenue
$1.7 billion
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