Mainframe Penetration Testing

2 - 7 years

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Job Description

  • Technical skills:

  • Deep understanding of mainframe architecture, particularly IBM z/OS and UNIX systems integration.
  • Proficiency with mainframe security models and controls such as RACF, Top Secret, or ACF2.
  • Experience with mainframe scripting languages (REXX), JCL, and mainframe communication protocols (SNA, VTAM, NJE).
  • Hands-on experience with penetration testing tools tailored for mainframes and general pen testing frameworks (e.g., Metasploit, Hydra, MITRE).
  • Familiarity with network protocols and services running on mainframes, including FTP, SSH, and TN3270.
  • Strong knowledge of security frameworks and compliance standards (NIST 800-53, PCI DSS, ISO).
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills to identify and exploit complex vulnerabilities.
  • Strong communication skills to produce clear reports and work collaboratively across teams.
  • Stay current with mainframe security threats, emerging vulnerabilities, and attacker techniques to continually improve testing approaches.
  • Tool Expertise: Rocket Software, IBM X-Force Red, NetSPI, Secragon, REXX
  • Soft skills:

  • Strong at client communications, Stakeholder management.
  • Experience in managing remote teams of 3+ and ability to prepare dashboards and report status and issues with Client directly.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think critically and identify creative solutions.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams
  • Preferred Certifications:

  • OSCP, CEH, CREST, CISSP and relevant security certifications.

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