Top Secret Software Analyst Job in Dallas, Texas US
Job Description:
· Role is an analyst and admin that includes a lot of audits
· Setting up and maintaining CA’s Top-Secret security software on multiple Z/OS mainframe systems.
· 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.
Most important Skill:
· Expert knowledge of CA-Top Secret software
Other Required Skills:
· Knowledge on how to set up security files and create ad hoc reporting
· Knowledge of the databases (red hat)
· Knowledge of background of security database and what goes into it, not just create ID's
· Mainframe knowledge (i.e. ISPF edits and Short cut commands)
· Need to understand the internals "guts" of the database
· Experience with SAP on the mainframe, z/Linux, TSS groups, ZFS/HFS security.
· Excellent TSO, JCL, IBM UTILITIES, JES2, and ISPF
· Experience with SAP development and production environment
· Strong knowledge of mainframe Unix (LINUX) Systems service
· Strong knowledge of SDSF, CICS, DB2, MVS, SAS
· 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 ability to multi task
· Experience with Tape and Database Encryption
· REXX, CLIST and or SAS programming skills
· Knowledge of IBM’s RACF security product