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

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.