Senior Technical Advisor - RACF

Global Consultants, Inc. (GCI) is recognized as one of the fastest growing information technology consulting and services firms in the USA. We have been providing world-class IT consulting services and solutions to Fortune 2000 customers. We have been successful in delivering quality solutions with unmatched efficiency and great flexibility as a result of our deep understanding of industry domains and expert knowledge of diverse technologies. Through our unique Global Flexi-Delivery Model, we deliver onsite, offsite, and offshore solutions to global clients.  With more than 3,000 professionals at 20 global offices and six development centers, GCI provides clients the full spectrum of technology services ? from business and IT consulting to managing turnkey projects.

 

Senior Technical Advisor - RACF


Brief high-level overview of the area:

The ideal candidate must understand the connections between RACF and the various z/OS subsystems, CICS, DB/2, IMS, VTAM, Unix System Services, etc. Must have strong working knowledge of TSO, JCL, SDSF, ISPF, and Mainframe System Utilities. Knowledge of Consul, Vanguard, REXX and C-LIST is desirable.

The candidate must have a good understanding of IMS and/or DB2 resources in a mainframe environment. An understanding of RACF concepts, structures and methodologies is required.

The candidate should also understand how to balance mainframe security with business requirements.

Skill set:

?  Understanding and experience in implementation of RACF/IMS and/or DB2 security controls.

?  Strong z/OS Security administration experience

?  IMS/RACF implementation and administration experience.

?  Experience in analyzing SMF data

?  Internal auditing and compliance controls for mainframe environments.

?  Experienced Technical/Team Lead capabilities is desirable.

?  Demonstrated technical writing capabilities.

 

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

?  Act as technical lead, researches plans and directs other security personnel in complex security projects.

?  Independently conducts data gathering and analysis for the development of quality analysis documentation.

?  Mentoring of other team members.

?  Participate in quality reviews and ensure traceability of the application design changes to the requirements.

 

Minimum Requirements:

?  Strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint

?  Knowledge of basic statistical methods

?  Strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication skills. Able to work with many different kinds of people

?  Attention to detail, strong work ethic and results orientation

?  Ability to communicate complex issues clearly and concisely

?  Ability to perform assigned tasks with limited supervision

?  Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment.

?  Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and solve problems in a timely and accurate manner.

?  Flexibility to support and manage multiple projects/deadlines simultaneously.

?  Must possess sound judgment/reasoning skills.

?  Must possess good organizational and polished in-person and telephone communications skills.

?  Generate and distribute reports pertaining to assigned responsibilities.

?  Attend and participate in meetings that pertain to assigned responsibilities.

?  Other duties and responsibilities as assigned, which may include cross-utilization within the department or with other departments

?  Be a self-starter, able to complete projects with basic inputs and guidance

?  Outstanding problem solving skills. Able to actively analyze issues and identify resolutions

?  Knowledge of network implementation methodologies in a complex environment.

?  Must be organized and detail oriented

?  Good verbal and written communication skills (in English)Four-year degree a plus -- Major/Degree Preferred: Computer Sciences or Business/Engineering/Science with significant coursework in technology, statistics and business.