Mainframe Architect

We are seeking a skilled Mainframe Architect with a robust background in COBOL, CICS, VSAM, and DB2 technologies. The ideal candidate will possess significant experience in modernizing legacy mainframe systems through SOA, web services, and MQ. You will collaborate with Business Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), Data Architects, and Solution Architects to develop a comprehensive modernization roadmap for our mainframe systems.Duties & Responsibilities:Evaluate the current state of legacy systems and pinpoint areas for modernization.Analyze the existing VSAM structure and collaborate with Data Architects to establish an equivalent RDBMS structure for DB2.Design the future state architecture for legacy systems.Develop a detailed roadmap for legacy modernization, outlining priorities and dependencies.Analyze requirements and identify CICS transactions suitable for web services.Create necessary design documentation for CICS services, including Service Design Documents and defining service SLAs in non-functional requirements.Understand requirements thoroughly and provide estimates for design and development of required functionalities.Have a solid grasp of the system development life cycle.Work effectively with multicultural, distributed offshore and onshore development teams in a dynamic, complex environment.Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills.Take a principal technical role in demonstrations, providing technical expertise and addressing client inquiries regarding hardware and software.Conduct brief pilots and proofs of concept.Review code and designs from team members, providing constructive feedback.Coordinate with delivery partners to ensure a cohesive solution.Collaborate with the client’s infrastructure team to assess hardware and software requirements for ESB as needed for the project.Participate in all governance reviews.Mentor and train project team members, assisting in resource management and the recruitment of new team members.

Join USM2 as a Lead OBIEE 12c Architect and take the lead in designing and implementing robust business intelligence solutions. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in Oracle Business Intelligence Enterprise Edition (OBIEE) to enhance data visualization and reporting capabilities for our clients.

Job Description:As a Network Security Architect, you will leverage your extensive hands-on experience with various security products including Checkpoint MDM, PIX/ASA, Checkpoint Provider 1, Cisco ACS, Cisco CSM, IDS/IPS, RSA Envision/SIEM tools, and two-factor authentication solutions. Your role will involve designing, implementing, supporting, and maintaining robust network security platforms including firewalls (Check Point and Cisco), IPS/IDS, proxies, cryptographic systems, and PKI.You will have rich experience in the implementation, upgrade, and maintenance of firewalls, proxies, and IPS systems. Your expertise in site-to-site and client-to-site VPNs, high availability, load balancing, antivirus, and content filtering will be essential.You will bring deep knowledge of security architecture methodologies, industry best practices, and widely accepted information security principles. You will conduct vulnerability assessments and possess strong skills in switching and routing.Your familiarity with security architecture methodologies (BS7799, COBIT, ITIL) and advanced knowledge of network protocols such as HTTP(S), IP, TCP, UDP, and DNS, along with packet analysis will be critical in your role.Your responsibilities will also include performing security engineering, audits, and ensuring regulatory compliance. You will conduct periodic reviews and develop automation ideas to validate audit compliance across all security platforms, including Firewall, Proxy, IDM, SAP, and NT.You will manage, develop, and maintain documentation and security procedures while implementing appropriate controls and audits for access security. You will work on virus, malware, spyware, and vulnerability management platforms, and support the design and implementation of new technologies that K-C may adopt in the future, including web application firewalls, database firewalls, and threat management systems.Your input in recommending improvements to security policies, standards, and risk management plans will be invaluable.

Position: Business Intelligence Architect/Analyst Location: Madison, WI Contract Duration: 12-18 MonthsKey Qualifications:• Profound expertise in Data Warehousing and Reporting methodologies.• Extensive knowledge in Data Warehouse Design and Development with a strong focus on Data Modeling.• Proficient in: (1) Requirement Gathering, (2) End User Needs Assessment, (3) Solution Evaluation and Recommendations, and (4) Implementation Project Management.• Commitment to a project timeline of approximately 12-18 months.• Availability to work onsite in Madison, WI for a full-time schedule (40 hours per week).Preferred Qualifications:• Strong development experience in reporting solutions utilizing Workday, Cognos, and PeopleSoft.• Solid understanding of Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence, and Data Reporting practices.• Comprehensive architectural knowledge in Data Management and Business Intelligence solution design and development.• Expertise in requirements development and design facilitation for business intelligence initiatives.• Proven project management skills.