This is a remote position.
Role Overview:
This role focuses on addressing a critical audit finding related to MQ security on mainframe systems, ensuring robust access controls and security patterns are implemented ahead of a strict remediation deadline.
The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in mainframe security, MQ environments, and Broadcom Top Secret, along with the ability to collaborate with other senior engineers and SMEs.
- Lead remediation of MQ security vulnerabilities within a mainframe environment.
- Design and implement secure access control frameworks using Broad-com Top Secret.
- Define and document security patterns and controls across:
- Batch processing environments
- CICS transactions
- User access and permissions
- Third-party integrations
- Batch processing environments
- Collaborate with mainframe and MQ engineers/SMEs to ensure best-practice security implementation
- Provide expert input on mainframe security architecture and governance
- Ensure all remediation activities are completed within audit timelines (before September deadline)
- Produce clear documentation of security configurations, standards, and patterns
Requirements
- CICS security
- Batch job security controls
- User authentication and authorization frameworks
- Third-party tool security integration
Skills Required
- Advanced expertise with MQ on Mainframe z/OS
- Strong hands-on experience with Broadcom Top Secret
- Deep understanding of mainframe security architecture and access control models
- Experience applying DevOps practices within mainframe environments
- Knowledge of CICS security
- Knowledge of batch job security controls
- Knowledge of user authentication and authorization frameworks
- Knowledge of third-party tool security integration
- Experience with audit remediation and compliance requirements
- Ability to define and implement scalable security patterns and standards
- Minimum 10 years of experience in mainframe environments
- Proven track record in mainframe security and MQ environments
- Experience in financial services or highly regulated industries
- Involvement in security audits and remediation initiatives
- Relevant certifications in mainframe technologies or security
What We Do
BluePearl is a U.S. network of specialty and emergency veterinary hospitals providing advanced medical care for pets, including innovative procedures, diagnostics, surgery, and other specialized services in communities across the United States. Its mission is to deliver exceptional care while advancing veterinary medicine and honoring the human-animal bond. Founded in 1996, BluePearl operates more than 100 hospitals and is part of Mars Veterinary Health.
