Overview
Join to apply for the Mainframe Security Lead W/M - Barcelona role at AXA Group Operations.
As a Cyber Defense Security Designer for IBM Mainframe Z Series (and iSeries), your primary role is to maintain and improve the overall security posture of the organization's IT infrastructure that is based on IBM Mainframe Z Series (and iSeries) technology.
You will work closely with the security team and other stakeholders to identify potential security risks and develop effective remediation strategies specific to IBM Mainframe Z Series and iSeries architecture. You will also work closely with other Cyber Defense security product specialist/teams on the architecture, vision and roadmap of the Cyber Security Products. The goal is to protect AXA’s (including customer) data adequately.
Responsibilities
- Conduct regular security assessments of our IBM Mainframe Z Series and iSeries infrastructure and identify potential vulnerabilities that need to be addressed
- Support the distributed and entities teams with the implementation and maintenance of IBM Mainframe Z Series and iSeries security policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
- Perform periodic detailed assessments of the operating system and infrastructure components' security configuration to identify security vulnerabilities and provide remediation alternatives.
- Coordinate security incident response and investigation with the relevant parties in IBM Mainframe Z Series and iSeries area.
- Provide IBM Mainframe Z Series and iSeries specific security guidance and support to other teams in the organization.
- Support the implementation of IBM Mainframe Z Series and iSeries-specific security controls for new systems and projects.
- Contribute to IBM Mainframe Z Series-specific security awareness training for employees and contractors.
- Identify potential security threats for IBM Mainframe Z Series and iSeries systems and proactively recommend and take necessary actions to mitigate those risks.
- Stay up-to-date on the latest IBM Mainframe Z Series- and iSeries-specific security threats and trends and recommend new technical, administrative, or process changes to improve security posture
- (co) lead the product vision (5y) development of a Cyber Security product.
Missins
- Protect AXA by bringing the requirements of the Distributed/Mainframe teams, Entities, threat landscape and external regulations together in a clear plan to move ahead.
- Support IT projects/products in their security risk mitigation by identifying the suitable prevention, detection and response methods
- Improving the security level of the Mainframe and IBM iSeries.
- Improving the assigned Cyber Defense products, to keep them relevant in the threat landscape
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or equivalent practical experience
Certification
- Relevant security certifications related to IBM Mainframe Z Series such as IBM Certified Administrator - Security z/OS, IBM Certified Specialist - z Security Technical Sales, etc., would be a plus
- Cloud Security qualifications
Experience
- Minimum of 8 years of experience in IT security operations, specifically related to IBM Mainframe Z Series and iSeries
- Experience with IBM Mainframe-specific security tools and technologies, such as RACF, zSecure, Syslog, CARLA, ICSF, etc.
- Knowledge of IBM Mainframe Z Series-specific security standards and frameworks such as z/OS Security, RACF, zSecure, etc.
- Experience with building out RACF reports in zSecure to support database authenticity
- Experience with onboarding and decommissioning applications into RACF structures.
- Extensive knowledge of SSO, Active Directory (AD), LDAP, PKI, privileged accounts, API integration, digital certificates, Kerberos, SSL, SSH
- USS experience is highly desired
- Understanding of IBM Mainframe Z Series-specific network protocols, operating systems, and virtualization technologies
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills for IBM Mainframe Z Series
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in providing advice, recommendations, or technical support in IBM Mainframe Z Series security
- Experience in Information Security discipline ≥ 10 years
- Experience in technical Information Security solution design ≥ 10 years
- Hands-on experience in a range of technologies e.G., Cloud, SOC, SIEM, IAM, IPS/IDS, WAF, HIPS, firewall, PUAM, Microsoft 365, Unix, Azure, AWS, Forensics, etc. ≥ 5 years
- Security Architecture experience, in creating and leading the security product roadmap development
Skills
- Ability to function effectively in a matrix structure
- Operate comfortably at management level
- Strong facilitation, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
- Team player
- Apply analytical rigor to understand complex business scenarios
- Fluent in English both spoken and written
Seniority level
- Mid-Senior level
Employment type
- Full-time
Job function
- Information Technology
Industries
- IT Services and IT Consulting
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at AXA Group Operations by 2x
Get notified about new Security Professional jobs in Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain.
#J-18808-Ljbffr