Mainframe Security Architect

Software International (SI) supplies technical talent to a variety of Fortune 100/500/1000 and other companies in Canada/US. We are currently hiring for a Mainframe Security Architect for our global IT infratructure consulting client. Location: Canada , EST - remote Rate: $110-130/hr CAD C2C Start Date: ASAP Duration: 6 months initially, then multiple 6 - 12 month extensions Job Role & Responsibility: Mainframe Security Architect Candidate Requirements: · Primary role: Mainframe Security System ACF2 & RACF SME/Architect · Will have a strong understanding of Mainframe software and hardware specifically a minimum 8 years experience as a z/OS System Programmer · Will possess strong people management and interpersonal communications · Will be able to act as a bridge between client and Kyndryl Sales, Proposal Managers, Project Managers, System Programmers and Infrastructure Specialists · Will be able to act as technical lead in resolving difficult problems · Will be able to work with little or no supervision · Will be able to handle multiple tasks, across potentially multiple projects · Will be able to work off hours when required · Will be able to accurately document technical artifacts · Has a proven track record of achieving win/win scenarios In addition, ideal (preferred) SMP/E and system utilities, ACF2, RACF, IO Gen (HCD), Assembler Language knowledge and ability to develop, maintain and deploy Assembler code, BMC & IBM Scheduler software, TSO, ISPF, understanding of problem & change, management (eESM experience is an asset), Install and support program products, installing simple to complex (tape management, job scheduling) products, JES2 and JES3 advance skills Diagnostic skills: PD (problem determination), IPCS, LOGREC Understand of SYSPLEX concepts, familiarity with CPU keys (ordering, applying), experience working with vendors (IBM and others) C andidate will: · Ideally be bilingual (English, French) · Be a creative thinker, able to think outside of the box · Be an engaging and influential personality that can win the trust of clients & fellow colleagues · Have experience with the following major z/OS subsystems: CICS, IMS, MQ and DB2 · Have a passion for identifying and growing business opportunities Other Skills: Independent Adaptation to standard, client change management process Create & update documentation working in a virtual team environment, communicate with peers across the country Responsibilities: · Work with client, sales, proposal managers and vendors to architect solutions · Work with internal Mainframe system programmers and Project Managers and client to deliver architected solutions · Document solutions including roadmaps, design documents, diagrams and project plans, using relevant documentation tools including Word, Visio, MS Project and/or PowerPoint · Work closely with various teams to gather business and technical requirements · Perform and Balance tasks on multiple concurrent projects across multiple customers · Mediate and manage architectural conditions including those that are contractually required · Educate, mentor and coach teams in applying architectural techniques