Mainframe Security Lead W/M - Paris

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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 implement and maintenance IBM Mainframe Z Series and iSeries security policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with applicable legal and regulatory requirements
• Performs periodic detailed assessments of the operating system and infrastructure components\' security configuration to identify security vulnerabilities and provides 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.

MISSIONS

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
• supporting IT project/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

PROFILE

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

Overall work experience in the field

• 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, public key infrastructure (PKI), privileged accounts, integration of application program interface (API), implementation and support of 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(s) > 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, Amazon Web Services, 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

• Associate

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Information Technology
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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