IBM z/OS mainframe cybersecurity, from RACF specialists.
RSH Consulting offers sound, practical advice and assistance to IBM z/OS administrators, technicians, and auditors seeking to enhance the cybersecurity of their mainframe systems by fully exploiting all the capabilities and latest innovations in RACF.
- 1992Established as an independent professional services firm
- 150+Clients served across many industries
- 25+ yrsMainframe security experience, every professional
- VeteranVeteran-owned business
We excel in implementing and enhancing RACF
Mission-critical applications and data for most large organizations still reside on IBM mainframes, yet mainframe cybersecurity has largely been ignored because of a common misperception that the environment is stable and static. Many organizations never fully completed their implementations, and others haven't kept controls up to date with recent enhancements.
Security Reviews & Audits
Beat the auditors and regulators to the punch. Find and fix the problem before they show up.
Mentor & Advisor
Unsure where to begin or how to tackle certain tasks? Let us guide you.
Policies & Management
Give RACF a solid foundation and framework with the necessary policies, standards, and naming conventions.
Architecture & Automation
Is your RACF cumbersome to administer? We'll streamline your architecture and automate administrative chores.
Synchronize & Merge
Consolidating and harmonizing RACF databases? We have the tools and talent to get the job done.
Post-Conversion Assistance
New to RACF and finding it daunting? We can help with the transition.
Enhancement & Assistance
Don't have the time or expertise? We can provide both, including help with tasks like:
- Lock down Started Tasks
- Implement PROTECTALL
- Curtail OPERATIONS authority
- Protect z/OS Unix
- Guard CICS commands
- Improve RACF performance
- Control JES and SDSF
- Develop RACF exits
- Meet HIPAA, SOX, and PCI requirements
Independent, veteran-owned, and focused
Established in 1992, RSH specializes in IBM mainframe cybersecurity, audit, and control. Our combined backgrounds in security, systems programming, network engineering, application development, and auditing let us address even the most complex technical and managerial security issues, and communicate effectively with all stakeholders to gain management's support. We have also provided training for Broadcom's CA Top Secret and CA ACF2.
The industry groups for whom we have done the most work include:
- Payment Card Processors
- Insurance Companies
- Banks
- Financial Services Firms
- Utilities
- Healthcare Firms
- Manufacturers
- Retail Firms
Training the next generation of RACF administrators
Public seminars are delivered via WebEx in half-day sessions, so attendees keep up with day-to-day work, avoid information overload, and skip travel costs.
| Public seminar | Format | Next date |
|---|---|---|
| RACF – Level I AdministrationFor individuals who need to quickly become proficient in basic, everyday RACF administration. | 5 half-days | TBD 2027 |
| RACF – Level II AdministrationFor those who have mastered the basics and are ready for the next level. | 5 half-days | TBD 2027 |
| RACF – Level III Administration, Audit, and ComplianceFor seasoned administrators, technicians, auditors, and compliance monitors. | 5 half-days | TBD 2027 |
| RACF – Securing z/OS UnixFor anyone maintaining or verifying z/OS Unix controls. | 5 half-days | TBD 2027 |
| zSecure Admin – Basic AdministrationFor RACF administrators new to zSecure Admin administration and reporting. | 4 half-days | TBD 2027 |
Discounts (and they combine)
- 15% off when you send 3 or more people to a seminar
- 5% off when you register 8 weeks early
- 10% off if you attended an RSH seminar in the past year
- 5% off for government employees
If you miss a discount you qualify for, we apply it anyway.
Private courses
In-house classes for your organization or professional association chapter, customized to your RACF configuration, in person or via WebEx. Also available privately: RACF – Audit & Compliance Roadmap for IT auditors and compliance monitors.
Training@rshconsulting.com for a quote
Out of the many training sessions and conferences I've attended, your presentations on RACF have benefited me the longest.James Werner, IT Audit Manager, MetLife
The instructor's knowledge (mastery) of the material is what I liked the most.Vicky Rupp, Texas Instruments
The time split to half days; good balance of lecture and exercises; excellent examples. I learn so much from your courses and seminar sessions.Duana Eschenbaum, Parker Hannifin
Free for the RACF community
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Talk to an RSH professional
For additional information, call or email. RSH also occasionally needs experienced RACF, CA Top Secret, and CA ACF2 analysts. Principals only; we don't accept resumes from placement firms.
- Phone
- 617-969-9050
- Information
- info@rshconsulting.com
- Training
- Training@rshconsulting.com
- HQ
- 177 Huron Avenue
Cambridge, MA 02138