We are seeking an experienced
Mainframe Architect
to lead the design, security, and lifecycle management of our Mainframe environment, with a strong focus on ACF2 and identity and access management. In this role, you will drive security best practices, deliver complex IAM projects, and provide technical leadership to ensure the integrity and compliance of our Mainframe systems.
Analyze, prioritize, and remediate security assessment findings across directory services related to ACF2/Mainframe Contribute to the development of secure configurations and hardening standards Provide operational support and lifecycle management for ACF2 Design and maintain Access Control Facility 2 (ACF2) security rules, resource classes, and access control structures Develop and enforce security policies and procedures for Mainframe systems Conduct risk assessments and security audits to identify vulnerabilities and ensure compliance with internal and external regulations (e.g., SOX, HIPAA, PCI-DSS)



Provide technical leadership in the integration of ACF2 Global system options with enterprise IAM solutions Monitor and analyze security logs and reports to detect and respond to unauthorized access or anomalies Collaborate with internal teams to support secure application development and deployment on the Mainframe Lead incident response efforts related to Mainframe security breaches or policy violations Lead or contribute to moderately complex IAM projects, ensuring alignment with business and security objectives Produce and maintain technical documentation, including engineered diagrams, support runbooks, and troubleshooting guides 7+ years of experience in Mainframe security architecture and engineering Expertise in Access Control Facility 2 (ACF2), including security rules, resource classes, and General system options Proficiency in Mainframe security policy development, enforcement, and hardening standards Knowledge of digital certificates, Xrole support, and passphrase support Background in risk assessments, security audits, and regulatory compliance (SOX, HIPAA, PCI-DSS) Skills in integrating Mainframe security with enterprise IAM solutions Competency in security log monitoring, anomaly detection, and incident response Capability to lead moderately complex IAM projects and participate in code reviews and quality assurance processes Familiarity with producing technical documentation, engineered diagrams, and support runbooks Understanding of current industry trends, threats, and best practices in Mainframe and cybersecurity English proficiency at an Upper-Intermediate level (B2) or higher

📌 Mainframe Architect (México)
🏢 Epam Systems
📍 México