RACF Analyst/Administrator

Skills

Assist in the development and implementation of RACF security systems and its associated software. -Review requests for new systems or changes to existing systems and evaluate the impact to RACF security LPARS. -Monitor daily reports to ensure the effectiveness of new and existing security technology. -Partner with system owners to ensure the integrity availability and confidentiality of information residing in corporate databases workstations servers or being transmitted over the network. -Assist in the design and implementation of disaster recovery plans. -Evaluate and implement products and/or procedures to enhance RACF security environments. -Provide post implementation support for new security technology. -Research emerging security products services protocols and standards in support of security enhancement and development efforts. -Recommend deploy and monitor additional products and tools or enhancements to existing tools in the RACF security environments. -Provide direct support to the business on RACF security related issues. -Educate the business about security policies and provide consultation on security issues. -Assist in representing the security needs of the organization by providing RACF security expertise and assistance on all IT projects. -Assist with the development and enforcement of IT security policies guidelines standards and procedures in a RACF security environment.

Description

This role will assist in the management and development of security technology for data, systems, networks and applications. This position is responsible for evaluating and implementing products and procedures to enhance security productivity and effectiveness. The role provides direct support to the business and IT staff on security related issues.

Responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree in systems or specialized training required.
• -5 or more years of relevant work experience as a RACF administrator.
• -Experience in the financial services industry a plus.
• -Knowledge of industry information security standards and practices, including applicable laws related to data privacy and protection.
• -Knowledge of network and security components, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, anti virus software and data encryption.
• -Strong knowledge of IP, TCP/IP and other network administration protocols, including their vulnerabilities and solutions required.
• -Knowledge of operating platforms, database and sub-system platforms and products.
• -Technical proficiency with RACF administration/support preferred, including Digital Certs and SAS programming a plus.
• -Ability to handle multiple priorities, while meeting deadlines.
• -Strong problem solving, organizational and project management skills.
• -Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• -Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills.
• -Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) a plus
• -Security certifications a plus