RACF Engineer

Role : Security RACF EngineerLocation : Laval, Canada (Remote)Duration : 08 monthWe are seeking an experienced Security RACF Engineer to design, implement, and manage security controls for IBM RACF (Resource Access Control Facility) in mainframe environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in mainframe security, access control, compliance, and risk management, ensuring a secure and compliant IT infrastructure.Key Responsibilities : RACF Administration & Management : Configure, maintain, and monitor IBM RACF security policies to protect mainframe environments.Access Control & Role Management : Define and enforce user access controls, group policies, and role-based access control (RBAC) to ensure least privilege principles.Security Auditing & Compliance : Conduct security assessments, audits, and compliance checks to meet industry regulations (SOX, GDPR, HIPAA, NIST, etc.).Incident Response & Threat Mitigation : Identify and respond to security threats, unauthorized access attempts, and vulnerabilities within RACF.Automation & Scripting : Develop automation scripts (RACF commands, REXX, JCL, or Python) to streamline security administration tasks.Mainframe Security Integration : Collaborate with SIEM, IAM, and SOC teams to integrate RACF logs and events into enterprise security monitoring solutions.User Training & Documentation : Provide guidance, best practices, and documentation for RACF security policies and procedures.Required Skills & Qualifications : Experience : 5+ years in RACF administration, mainframe security, or IAM security.Technical Expertise : Hands-on experience with IBM z / OS, RACF administration, REXX, JCL, TSO, and ISPF.Security & Compliance : Strong understanding of IT security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, COBIT) and compliance regulations.Incident Handling : Knowledge of security monitoring, intrusion detection, and risk management in mainframe environments.Scripting & Automation : Experience with REXX, JCL, or Python for automating security-related tasks.Certifications (Preferred) : IBM Certified System Administrator – RACFCertified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)