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Equitable Mainframe Security Administrator in Charlotte, North Carolina
Mainframe Security Administrator ( 2400005L )
Primary Location : UNITED STATES-NC-Charlotte
Other Locations : UNITED STATES-NY-Syracuse
Organization : Equitable
Schedule : Full-time
Description
At Equitable, our power is in our people.
We're individuals from different cultures and backgrounds. Those differences make us stronger as a team and a force for good in our communities. Here, you'll work with dynamic individuals, build your skills, and unleash new ways of working and thinking. Are you ready to join an organization that will help unlock your potential?
Responsibilities include:
Administer Resource Access Control Facility (RACF) security (user account creation, deletion, add/remove access, etc.).
Creation of Security Groups, General Resource Profiles, and Dataset Profiles while using the concept of “least privilege required"
Assist with Mainframe product installs, upgrades, certificate renewals and disaster recovery planning.
Work with various business units, project teams and vendors to address security concerns by identifying requirements, interviewing stakeholders, evaluating existing processes and alternatives, and presenting findings
Execute comparisons between users' ids using zSecure comparison tool.
Review daily violation reports and address as necessary
Preparation and participation in various internal & external audits related to access controls.
Provide On-Call support for mainframe related access issues
Perform other related duties as required
The base salary range for this position is $87,000 - $114,000. Actual base salaries vary based on skills, experience, and geographical location. In addition to base pay, Equitable provides compensation to reward performance with base salary increases, spot bonuses, and short-term incentive compensation opportunities. Eligibility for these programs depends on level and functional area of responsibility.
For eligible employees, Equitable provides a full range of benefits. This includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan, and paid time off. For detailed descriptions of these benefits, please reference the link below.
Equitable Pay and Benefits: Equitable Total Rewards Program (https://portal.equitable.com/appentry/EDoxRedirect?node_id=A2023013000001)
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years of RACF experience
Strong working knowledge of RACF mainframe security administration required
Experience working on IBM z/OS operating system
Experience working with TSO (Time Sharing Option) including ISPF and SDSF
CICS (IBM’s Customer Information and Control System)
Understanding of Security Principles and access controls
Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience working in financial services or other highly regulated industry
Advanced knowledge of RACF structure and capabilities
Demonstrated security planning skills
Familiarity with Identity & Access Management processes (account provisioning, adding, modifying, and removing access)
Experience with audit and the RACF security review processes
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Skills:
Agile Methodologies: Knowledge of concept and principles of agile methodology; ability to apply appropriate agile approaches in the processes of software development and delivery.
Confidentiality: Knowledge of practices and policies governing disclosure of information about the organization, its business activities, and employees; ability to apply this knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
Industry Knowledge: Knowledge of the organization's industry group, trends, directions, major issues, regulatory considerations, and trendsetters; ability to apply industry knowledge appropriately to diverse situations.
Information Security Management: Knowledge of the processes, tools and techniques of information security management; ability to deploy and monitor information security systems, while detecting, controlling and preventing violations of IT security.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: Demonstrates a commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion by treating everyone with respect and dignity, ensuring all voices are heard and advocating for change.
ABOUT EQUITABLE
At Equitable, we’re a team of over ten thousand strong; committed to helping our clients secure their financial well-being so that they can pursue long and fulfilling lives.
We turn challenges into opportunities by thinking, working, and leading differently – where everyone is a leader. We encourage every employee to leverage their unique talents to become a force for good at Equitable and in their local communities.
We are continuously investing in our people by offering growth, internal mobility, comprehensive compensation and benefits to support overall well-being, flexibility, and a culture of collaboration and teamwork.
We are looking for talented, dedicated, purposeful people who want to make an impact. Join Equitable and pursue a career with purpose.
Equitable is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to our employees, applicants and candidates based on individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disabilities, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information or any other class protected by federal, state and local laws.
NOTE: Equitable participates in the E-Verify program.
If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process or to perform the essential job functions of this position, please contact Human Resources at (212) 314-2211 or email us at TalentAcquisition@equitable.com .
Req ID: 2400005L