Mainframe Security Analyst

Position Purpose:

This is an onsite position at one of our two locations: Dallas, TX or Columbia, SC

We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Security Analyst to join our team! Researches, analyzes and troubleshoots information systems compliance and security issues on the mainframe. Identifies, validates and reports on security incidents and events based on enterprise policies and procedures. Performs forensic information security investigations involving enterprise computers, servers and/or networking infrastructure. Assists in providing security infrastructure and support for enterprise systems.

If you have a strong background in Mainframe Infrastructure and Applications, we invite you to apply!

What You'll Do:

• Responsible for analyzing compliance and technical control validation data to determine and report baseline variance for all applicable technology environments.

• Interfaces with internal and external audit staff to ensure appropriate and accurate responses to audit queries are satisfied in a timely fashion.

• Assists in researching and evaluating systems and procedures for the prevention, detection, containment and correction of information security breaches. Assists in advising management and users regarding security procedures and compliance policies.

• Utilizing technologically advanced software, performs system monitoring evaluations and audits to ensure compliance with the corporate security policies and standards.

• Prepares and analyzes compliance information to develop mitigation priorities, milestones and audit responses.

• Participates in the evaluation of products and/or procedures to enhance productivity and effectiveness of information security across the organization.

• Assists architects and security specialists to ensure adequate security solutions are in place throughout IT systems and platforms to mitigate identified risks sufficiently, and to meet business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Work Environment: Fast paced, multi-platformed environment which may require action and response 24X7 to support the technical business needs of the customer.

To Qualify for This Position, You'll Need:

Required Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a job-related field

Degree Equivalency:

• 4 years job related work experience OR

• Associate's degree and 2 years job-related work experience

Required Experience:

• 4 years of job-related technical experience.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong data analysis and correlation abilities.

• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.

• Strong knowledge of administrative, procedural and technical controls used to reduce security risks.

• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.

• Strong knowledge of enterprise data architecture, systems engineering and data communications as applied to the automated storage and retrieval of information, using multiple platforms and protocols with the inherent security risks of each.

• Strong understanding of the organization's goals and objectives.

• Strong familiarity with threat analysis risk management, configuration management, business continuity and contingency planning as it applies to IT.

• Ability to troubleshoot multi-vendor Security issues.

• Able to work in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.

• Excellent attention to detail.

Required Software and Tools:

• Strong proficiency with applicable IT Security tools (software and hardware).

• Microsoft Office.

We Prefer that You Have:

• Experience in supporting the infrastructure / application environment within a CMS Claims Processing Environment for Part A, Part B and DME Claims

• Mainframe Infrastructure and Application skills such as but not limited to z/OS, CICS, RACF, JCL, Vanguard and/or z/Secure Security Tools

• Strong background in Mainframe Security across several areas, IE: RACF, USS, CICS, z/OS.

• Strong knowledge of all the RACF commands, dataset class, and the RACF general resource classes.

• Strong knowledge of the mainframe DISA STIG.

• Ability to run SMF reports (utilizing zSecure) to analyze access to resources.

• Ability to work with Auditors and to produce required reports for artifacts and to address findings.

• Ability to follow change control and to carefully plan and implement any high-risk security changes.

• Ability to work numerous RACF incidents and requests in a given day and ability to update the tickets clearly.

• Knowledge of utilizing the SYSLOG, SMF reports, and the RACF database to diagnose security errors.

• Knowledge of the RACDCERT command the ability to implement and renew certificates and manipulate rings on the mainframe.

• Knowledge of the use of the Vanguard Compliance Manager software.

• Knowledge of the use of the z/Secure Admin & Audit software.

• A plus to write REXX code to post-process SMF and Database reports.

• Ability to work closely in a team environment to help one another and share ideas.

What We Can Do for You:

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

• Subsidized health plans and free vision coverage

• Life insurance

• Paid annual leave - the longer you work here, the more you earn

• Ten paid holidays

• On-site cafeterias and fitness centers in major locations

• Wellness programs and a healthy lifestyle premium discount

• Tuition assistance

• Service recognition

What to Expect Next:

After submitting your application, our recruiting team members will review your resume to ensure you meet the qualifications. This may include a brief telephone interview or email communication with our recruiter to verify resume specifics and salary requirements. Management will be conducting interviews with those candidates who qualify with prioritization given to those candidates who demonstrate the preferred qualifications.

We participate in E-Verify and comply with the Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and our subsidiary companies maintain a continuing policy of nondiscrimination in employment to promote employment opportunities for persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, sex, religion, veteran status, disability, weight, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other legally protected status. Additionally, as a federal contractor, the company maintains Affirmative Action programs to promote employment opportunities for minorities, females, disabled individuals and veterans. It is our policy to provide equal opportunities in all phases of the employment process and to comply with applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.

We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please e-mail mycareer.help@bcbssc.com or call 1-800-288-2227, ext. 47480 with the nature of your request. We will make a determination regarding your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.