IBM MAINFRAME z/VM SECURITY SPECIALIST (Remote) in Washington DC in Purisolve, Inc.

Remote, USA Full-time Posted 2026-05-04
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Job title: IBM MAINFRAME z/VM SECURITY SPECIALIST (Remote)

Company: Purisolve, Inc.

Job description: IBM MAINFRAME z/VM SECURITY SPECIALIST (Remote)

JOB SUMMARY

Purisolve is seeking an IBM Mainframe z/VM Security Specialist (Remote) with the appropriate technical skills and experience to support our client team.

Note: Experience with z/VM on IBM z Series Mainframes is required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Only applicants meeting the following minimum qualifications and having the requisite experience to immediately satisfy the responsibilities, outlined below, will be considered:

    Minimum qualifications:
  • Must be a US Citizen or a 3-year resident, due to clearance requirements.
  • Must have at least 3 years of experience installing, configuring, and maintaining upgrades of the following software/tools on IBM z Series Mainframes for Corporations and/or Government Agencies.
  • IBM z/VM (minimum 3 years)
  • IBM RACF for z/VM (minimum 3 years)
  • IBM zSecure (minimum 3 years)
  • ISPF (minimum 3 years)
  • LDAP within z/VM (minimum 3 years)
  • DirMaint (minimum 3 years)
  • Must demonstrate above-average oral and written communication skills.
  • Must be a self-starter, possess strong organizational skills, be able to work independently, and manage projects/priorities.
    Responsibilities:
  • On the IBM z Series Mainframe, using z/VM Hypervisor software, support the virtualization of z/Linux operating system environments.
  • Provide technical software expertise to install, configure, and maintain the following software/tools within an IBM z Series Mainframe z/VM environment.
  • IBM zSecure
  • IBM RACF for z/VM
  • DirMaint
  • ISPF
  • Establish and configure LDAP Services within an IBM Mainframe z/VM environment.
  • Create/assist with developing Standard Operating and Desktop Procedure documentation for the above work processes.
  • Create and maintain schedules for software installation projects.
  • Maintain an understanding of ISPF within an IBM mainframe z/VM environment.
  • Provide knowledge transfer/training to current IRS support staff, including documentation of processes and procedures.
  • Verify that all "Best Practices" have been followed to ensure that installations fall within mandated security guidelines.
  • If needed, provide technical expertise and services in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of Vanguard Security Manager within an IBM Mainframe z/VM environment. See 'Desired Experience' section below.

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

    The following experience is a plus:
  • Vanguard Security Tool Experience (at least 2 years)
  • Vanguard Security Manager (at least 3 years)
    EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or related field.
    BENEFITS
  • The position is 100% remote.
  • 401k available with matching up to 4% of salary (after 1 year of employment).
  • Insurance available:
  • Health - Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • Dental - MetLife
  • Vision - Aetna
  • AD&D - MetLife (employer paid)
  • Life - MetLife (base - employer paid)
  • Long-term disability - MetLife (employer paid)
  • Short-term disability - MetLife
  • Federal holidays are paid - 11 days/year.
  • Time-off accrues - 10 hours/month.

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Location: Washington DC

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