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Motion Recruitment

Mainframe Cybersecurity Software Engineer

Motion Recruitment
Plano, TX Full time Posted 8h ago
Application Security COBOL Cybersecurity Tools Data Security Engineer Facilities Management Information Security Information Technology (IT) InfoSec Mainframe Risk Management Security Security Testing Software Engineer Software Security Z/os
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Job Description

The Mainframe Cybersecurity Software Engineer role at Motion Recruitment in Plano, TX (onsite) focuses on secure software engineering and the modernization of a low-code application generation platform. The position combines hands-on mainframe work on z/OS with security engineering that extends across distributed systems and multiple programming languages.

Role Focus

This role is designed for engineering leadership rooted in secure development practices. You will contribute directly to application work while supporting security engineering efforts, with collaboration that includes customer interaction, mentoring, and technical leadership.

Responsibilities

  • 75% hands on development and security engineering
  • 25% customer interaction, mentoring, collaboration, and technical leadership
  • 35% COBOL development
  • 30% C development
  • 20% Java development
  • 15% security engineering, TLS, and authentication technologies

Core Requirements

  • Strong background in secure software development and secure coding practices
  • 12+ years of software engineering experience
  • Expertise developing enterprise applications on z/OS and mainframe platforms
  • Strong programming skills in COBOL, C, and Java
  • Experience modernizing legacy applications while maintaining security and reliability
  • Knowledge of authentication, authorization, cryptography, and secure application architecture
  • Experience implementing secure communications and TLS-based solutions
  • Understanding of hybrid environments spanning mainframe and distributed systems
  • Strong troubleshooting and software design skills
  • Bachelor’s degree required

Technology Stack

  • COBOL, C, Java
  • z/OS
  • Linux, Windows
  • TLS

Desired Skills and Experience

  • Experience with code generation or low-code application platforms
  • Knowledge of RACF or other enterprise security integrations
  • Experience developing dynamically linked security libraries
  • Familiarity with Windows and Linux application environments
  • Experience with interlanguage communication such as COBOL-to-C integrations
  • Customer-facing consulting, training, or presentation experience
  • Conference speaking or technical evangelism experience
  • Experience helping enterprise customers implement security best practices

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Vacation Time
  • Stock Options
  • Bonus eligible

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