Mainframe Security Lead W/M

Job Overview Join to apply for the Mainframe Security Lead W/M - Lisbon 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 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. Additionally, you will collaborate with other Cyber Defense security product specialists/teams on the architecture, vision, and roadmap of the Cyber Security Products to protect AXA’s 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 (5 y) development of a Cyber Security product. Mission - 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. - Improve the security level of the Mainframe and IBM iSeries. - Improve 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. Profile – 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. Profile – 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, ICSS, etc. - Knowledge of IBM Mainframe Z Series‑specific security standards and frameworks such as z/OS Security, RACF, zSecure. - 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) > 5 years. - Security Architecture experience, in creating and leading the security product roadmap development. Profile – Skills - Ability to function effectively in a matrix. - 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. Employment Details - Seniority level: Executive. - Employment type: Part‑time. - Job function: Information Technology. - Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting. #J-18808-Ljbffr