Mainframe Security Architect/consultant

Who We AreAt Kyndryl we design build manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day So why work at Kyndryl We are always moving forward - always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable inclusive world for our employees our customers and our communities The RoleAre you passionate about security architecture and driven to protect against the latest threats We are seeking a Security Architect who will join our team and take the lead on developing implementing and maintaining our security strategy within our Service Provider organization As our Security Architect you will work closely with our leadership team to design and implement effective security solutions that not only protect our business objectives and regulatory requirements but also provide innovative solutions to stay ahead of emerging threats You will conduct risk assessments and threat modeling to identify and prioritize risks to our business and IT assets using your extensive experience in security architecture design and implementation within a Service Provider environment to create a cutting-edge security architecture framework You will also work to maintain policies standards and guidelines related to information security within our organization collaborating with cross-functional teams to implement security controls and technologies such as encryption authentication and authorization solutions Your role will also involve conducting security reviews of vendors and third-party partners to ensure they meet our rigorous security standards as well as performing regular security and risk reviews of our Service Provider environment to identify vulnerabilities and recommend remediation activities At the forefront of security trends and technologies you will advise our senior leadership team on the latest security best practices and stay ahead of emerging security threats always keeping our organization one step ahead Join us on this exciting journey of securing our Service Provider organization and protecting our customers assets Your Future at Kyndryl Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career from a Junior Architect to Principal Architect - we have opportunities for that you wont find anywhere else including hands-on experience learning opportunities and the chance to certify in all four major platforms Who You AreYoure good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it However equally as important - you have a growth mindset keen to drive your own personal and professional development You are customer-focused - someone who prioritizes customer success in their work And finally youre open and borderless - naturally inclusive in how you work with others Required Technical and Professional Expertise 15 yrs of minimum experience in the related technology Experience in working on Mainframe services delivery or consulting Experience in working with global teams Presentation and Client-facing Experience on Z platform focused on z OS but with fair knowledge experience on other domains like database middleware storage network and performance Working knowledge of Mainframe ESM such as RACF ACF2 TopSecret including the basics commands operations capabilities and integrations Knowledge on Z security concepts such as PR SM Virtualization Common Criteria HMC SE Security SAF APF Problem State vs Supervisor State Supervisor Calls ACEE SMF Role-based Access Principle of Least Privilege Privileged Access Management Database Middleware Network Security Theoretical preferred or Practical optional knowledge on some if not all of the following Mainframe Security concepts technologies ESM Management - ESM DB Sharing Clustering Plex ESM Migrations DB2 ESM Security Management Failure Recovery Disaster Recovery Reporting Auditing Exits Mainframe IAM - Passphrases MFA Digital Certificate Management Password Tokens including JWT Single Sign-on and Enterprise Integrations LDAP Encryption Management - Symmetric Asymmetric Encryption methods and algorithms Key Management aspects including KMS such as UKO SKLM Data-at-rest Data-in-transit Data-in-memory encryption methods Pervasive Encryption Features z OS Dataset Encryption zERT Database Encryption Secure Key Operations ICSF Key Datasets PKDS CKDS TKDS CPACF Crypto Adapters TKE Data Compression zEDC and awareness of Advanced Z Encryption Capabilities such as Quantum-safe Encryption Secure Boot Fully Homomorphic Encryption Data Privacy Passports Mainframe Security Intelligence Monitoring - Security Healthchecks Monitoring Solutions such as IBM zSecure Broadcom CEM or BMC AMI SIEM Integration Mainframe Security Patch Management - IBM Security Integrity APAR Confidentiality z OS System Integrity Statement Z Security Portal Major Vulnerability Handling and ISV OEM Software security patch management Mainframe Security Compliance Privacy Management concepts - Regulatory Standards Policies NIST PCI HIPAA GDPR DORA Vulnerability scanning Penetration testing Solutions such as zSCC DPfD zCT Other security concepts - Zero Trust Framework DevSecOps on Z Threat Analytics Fraud detection Ransomware protection Breakglass Logon AI adoption in Z Security Hyperscaler Integrations API Security Network Security Intrusion Detection Prevention IPSec IP Filtering SSL AT-TLS Port Control Solutions such as zACS zACM VAP Data Resiliency concepts - Security vs Resiliency File Integrity Monitoring Immutable Copies Disaster Recovery Data Replication RTO RPO Replication Resiliency Solutions GDPS Safeguarded Copy Cyber Vault LWORM Being YouDiversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from its how we think and who we are We welcome people of all cultures backgrounds and experiences But were not doing it single-handily Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you - and everyone next to you - the ability to bring your whole self to work individually and collectively and support the activation of our equitable culture Thats the Kyndryl Way What You Can ExpectWith state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients every day is an opportunity to innovate build new capabilities new relationships new processes and new value Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter - wherever you are in your life journey Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications including Microsoft Google Amazon Skillsoft and many more Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform you can donate start fundraisers volunteer and search over 2 million non-profit organizations At Kyndryl we invest heavily in you we want you to succeed so that together we will all succeed Get Referred If you know someone that works at Kyndryl when asked How Did You Hear About Us during the application process select Employee Referral and enter your contact s Kyndryl email address