Mainframe Security Engineer
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Join our team as a Mainframe Security Engineer and play a pivotal role in driving cybersecurity transformation at Capital One. In this senior position, you will optimize security processes, contribute to strategic roadmaps, and manage risk assessments using qualitative and quantitative methods. Your daily tasks include analyzing emerging threats, performing vulnerability assessments with tools like WhiteHat and Qualys, and designing metrics for effective communication of elevated risks to leadership. You’ll also utilize ServiceNow and Cyber Risk System for comprehensive risk management and remediation. Ideal candidates have at least three years of experience in mainframe security and risk assessment, with preferred qualifications including RACF administration expertise, privilege access management skills, and relevant certifications like CISSP or GIAC. This role demands a deep understanding of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF and PCI DSS to ensure robust compliance and regulatory adherence.
Skills
What you'll do
- Optimize cybersecurity program processes and enhance output efficiency.
- Execute cybersecurity risk assessments using qualitative and quantitative methods.
- Maintain awareness of emerging threats by analyzing and reporting on risks against frameworks like NIST CSF.
- Perform in-depth analysis of security issues using tools such as WhiteHat, Veracode, and Qualys.
- Design metrics to communicate elevated risk in a business-friendly manner to leadership.
- Proactively identify control deficiencies and report them within action plans.
- Utilize ServiceNow and Cyber Risk System for managing and remediating risks.
What we're looking for
- At least 3 years of experience in cybersecurity or information technology.
- Experience in Mainframe Security Risk Assessment & Remediation required.
- Proficiency in RACF Administration (z/OS 2.1 and above) preferred.
- Expertise in issuing RACF and Top Secret Commands and diagnostics.
- Knowledge of Privilege Access Management tools like CyberArk, SailPoint IIQ.
- Familiarity with cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST CSF, PCI DSS.
- CISSP or GIAC certification preferred.
Employer
About Capital One Financial
Capital One Financial is a bank holding company specializing in credit cards, auto loans, banking, and savings products, known for its data-driven approach to consumer and commercial finance. Industry: Financial Services & Banking
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