Client Technical Specialist

Brazil Until 8/22/2026 10+ years exp First posted June 8, 2026 Last posted June 8, 2026
Job description

At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.

Primary responsibilities will include lead and supporting the entire IBM z/OS Cybersecurity Portfolio, including zSecure, QRadar, RACF, Crypto Express hardware, and Central Processor Assist for Cryptographic Function (CPACF). Nearly 80% of organizations do not have a cyberattack response plan in place.
  • Leaders are expected to spend time with their teams and clients and therefore are generally expected to be in the workplace a minimum of three days a week, subject to business needs.
  • At least 5 years experience working with a z/OS operating system and products
  • Working knowledge of IBM RACF security product
  • At least 5 years experience selling enterprise solutions in the security market with history of technical sales succss
  • Basic knowledge of current security threats, what to look for and how to mitigate them
  • Basic knowledge of various security regulations such as HIPPA, STIG, PCI, GDPR, etc.
  • Technical Knowledge of IBM Z Security Portfolio; including zSecure, QRadar, Pervasive Encryption, Crypto Express hardware, and Central Processor Assist for Cryptographic Function (CPACF).
  • Critical security skills needed in and around zHybridCloud solutions relating to Red Hat OpenShift and CloudPaks running on Linux on Z/LinuxONE.
  • Familiar with z/OS SW & Z HW releases as it relates to advancing Z security solutions.
  • Experience with compliance and audit generating secure reports to analyze and report on security events and detect security exposures.
  • Readiness to travel 50-75% annually.
  • English: Fluent.
  • 10+ years experience working with a z/OS operating system and products
  • Working knowledge of IBM RACF security product
  • 10+ years experience selling enterprise solutions in the security market with history of technical sales success
  • 10+ years experience working with security threats, what to look for and how to mitigate them
  • 10+ years experience working with various security regulations such as HIPPA, STIG, PCI, GDPR, etc.
  • Deep technical knowledge of IBM Z Security Portfolio; including zSecure, QRadar, RACF, Pervasive Encryption, Crypto Express hardware, and Central Processor Assist for Cryptographic Function (CPACF).
  • Critical security skills needed in and around zHybridCloud solutions relating to Red Hat OpenShift and CloudPaks running on Linux on Z/LinuxONE.
  • Familiar with z/OS SW & Z HW releases as it relates to advancing Z security solutions.
  • Experience with compliance and audit generating secure reports to analyze and report on security events and detect security exposures.
  • 10+ years experience zSecure  experience working with multiple Environmental Service Modules (ESMs)
  • 10+ years experience with Pervasive Encryption, Crypto Express hardware, and Central Processor Assist for Cryptographic Function (CPACF).
  • 10+ years experience with zSecure (CARLa Programming) generating new zSecure reports
  • 10+ years experience  deploying and/or administering z/OS ESMs
  • Determine security standards regarding z/OS hardening, security controls, and vulnerability remediation
  • 10+ years experience with zSecure Audit, zSecure Alert, zSecure Command Verifier, and QRadar.
  • Certified in CISSP, CISA, CISM, or similar.
About this role

Summary

Lead IBM z/OS cybersecurity solutions, manage security tools, ensure compliance, and support clients.

Job title

Client Technical Specialist

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

technology

Location requirements

Brazil, hybrid work, 3+ days in office

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

z/OSRACFQRadarPervasive EncryptionCrypto Express hardwareCPACFsecurity threatssecurity regulationssecurity reports

Preferred skills

zSecurezSecure CARLazSecure AuditzSecure AlertzSecure Command Verifierz/OS hardeningzHybridCloudRed Hat OpenShiftCloudPaks

Specializations

z/OScybersecurityIBM RACFQRadarcryptography
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Brazil

Hybrid Country