IBM RACF Experts in Germany
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Meet FRATCH Experts in Germany, who have recently used IBM RACF
Hans-Dieter G.
Last position:
Training as an AI Expert
I continuously expand my expertise in AI and automation. I work with ChatGPT, OpenAI, Manus, Gemini, MS CoPilot, APIs, LangChain, Hugging Face, Manus, TensorFlow, and Auto-GPT, as well as Python-based ML frameworks and MLOps tools, to intelligently transform traditional software development, analysis, and testing processes.
Christian W.
Last position:
Software Engineer, cross-platform Application Manager at International major bank
- Creating interfaces between the legacy platform and the new container solution
- Coordinating required contributions from line units
- Moderating regular status meetings with the software vendor
- Minimally invasive conversion of TWS scheduling from the old to the new platform
- Environment: IBM Mainframe, DB2, CICS, MQ, Red Hat Linux, Oracle, Kubernetes, Kafka, Helm, GitLab, Jenkins
Alex V.
Last position:
CTO, Co-Founder, Cryptography(incl. Post-Quantum Cryptography) and AI Security Expertise at AISLEIPNIR
- Integration of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) algorithms into high level protocols.
- Security of implementations of Post-Quantum Cryptography algorithms.
- Transition to Post-Quantum public key infrastructures.
- Security evaluations of Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) primitives.
- Drone Cybersecurity
- Satellite Cybersecurity
- AI Security
Ensar Y.
Last position:
Service Manager Microsoft Cloud Services (ITIL) at Industry (technology group)
- Took on the role of Service Manager for Microsoft 365 and Azure services
- Coordinated service providers in the areas of collaboration and security (Exchange Online, Teams, Azure AD)
- Monitored and optimized SLA-compliant operating processes (Incident, Change, Problem)
- Worked closely with internal IT management and integrated ITIL processes into Azure DevOps
- Microsoft Azure, Exchange Online, Teams, Azure AD, ITIL v4, Azure DevOps, Power BI, ServiceNow
Jürgen S.
Last position:
IT Consultant / Analyst / Developer / Tester / Support at Automotive Manufacturer
- Analysis, software development/customization, and testing of various transaction and batch objects
- Conducting functional integration and regression tests on TEST and QA platforms under z/OS for later production implementation
- Hardware / Software / Tools: IBM MVS, z/OS, JES2/3, TSO-ISPF, JCL, DB2, SQL, SQL/PL, QMF, QMF for Workstations, SPUFI, FileAid, IMS-DB/DC, MFS, XPEDITER, COBOL, REXX, Windows 10, MS Office 365, MS Teams, batch job management via OPC, BETA92, RVS, BVB, ABL, DIALOGplus, PROBA, PRODPR (VW internal systems), JIRA, CONFLUENCE
Iskender K.
Last position:
IT Client and User Admin at Alko Guenzburg
- Installed clients and managed permissions
- Managed Active Directory users
- Administered Exchange 2016: created distribution lists and mailboxes, performed expansions
- Provided 2nd level support and processed tickets
- Supported ITIL processes and handled daily operations
- Administered virtual client and server environments
Gerhard H.
Last position:
Application Developer at Lila Logistik
- Supported the application
- Developed applications in COBOL
- Extended customer and in-house requirements
- Assisted in ensuring smooth operation
- Methods/tools: COBOL, HP3000, MPE/XL operating system, IMAGE database, Whisper (development interface)
Christian K.
Last position:
Service Catalog Manager at Deloitte team
- Worked in the IT infrastructure of the Deloitte team.
- Planned assignment as service catalog manager at an insurance company in Hanover.
Thomas M.
Last position:
Application Developer at Freelance
- Development of a new payment method
- Adaptation of SB programs for FRAUD provisioning
- Creation of programs for fraud processing
- Defect fixing and further development of SB programs
- Analysis and development as part of FRAUD for SB applications
- Requirement analysis
- Program development
- Quality assurance of the developed programs
- Testing of the developed programs
- Development of new batch applications
- Banks
- Assembler, Cobol2, DB2, File-AID, IBM mainframe, IBM ISPF, JCL, JES2, REXX, SQL, TSO, Xpediter, z/OS, IMS-DB, IMS-DC
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Statistics of experts using IBM RACF
Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.
Experience
45 years
Position duration
1.8 years
Positions per freelancer
24
Top business areas
Information Technology, Operations, Project Management
Top industries
Information Technology, Banking and Finance, Insurance
Certification focus areas
Information Technology, Quality Assurance, Human Resources
Bachelor's degree or higher
38%
Master's degree or higher
25%
Doctorate
13%
Certifications per freelancer
2
Most common languages
German, English, Spanish
Speak two or more languages
100%
Based on our profile pool as of 19 Sep 2026.
Daily rate distribution
The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this technology in Germany are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.
Average rates of experts in Germany using IBM RACF
Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.
The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.
The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.
Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 19 Sep 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.
IBM RACF experts industry focus
See which industries our matched freelancers work in most often — every figure is calculated live from the freelancers on FRATCH.
- Information Technology (100%)
- Banking and Finance (89%)
- Insurance (78%)
- Automotive (56%)
- Government and Administration (56%)
- Aerospace and Defense (44%)
- Chemical (44%)
- Healthcare (44%)
Please note that freelancers can work across multiple industries, so percentages overlap.
About the technology
What IBM RACF does
IBM RACF, short for Resource Access Control Facility, is the main security product for controlling access on IBM Z and z/OS systems. It authenticates users, protects datasets and system resources, and records security-relevant activity. Companies use it to enforce clear access policies across critical mainframe workloads.
Core capabilities
RACF professionals work with user identities, groups, profiles, permissions, and security classifications. They configure access to datasets, started tasks, transactions, system commands, and other z/OS resources. Their work often includes:
- Designing least-privilege access models
- Maintaining RACF databases and profiles
- Reviewing audit records and access violations
- Supporting password and identity policies
Ecosystem and tooling
RACF operates closely with z/OS, JES, TSO, ISPF, and IBM Z security controls. Specialists may also use zSecure for analysis and reporting, SMF records for audit data, and enterprise identity tools for user lifecycle management. Relevant skills include JCL, batch processing, system programming, and mainframe operations.
When companies need help
Freelance RACF expertise is useful during security remediation, access-model redesigns, audit preparation, and mainframe migrations. It can also support mergers, reorganisations, privileged-access reviews, and the clean-up of unused or excessive permissions. In Germany, specialists may collaborate remotely with central security and infrastructure teams or work on site when controlled mainframe access is required.
Choosing a specialist
Strong professionals can explain why a profile grants access, trace effective permissions, and make controlled changes without disrupting production workloads. Look for experience with change management, incident response, audit evidence, and recovery procedures. A careful specialist documents every decision and separates emergency access from permanent policy.
Typical deliverables
Projects can result in a documented RACF design, cleaned-up profiles, access review findings, migration runbooks, or operational procedures for security teams. Specialists may also create reports that connect RACF activity with user identities and system events. German companies should clarify remote-access rules, on-site expectations, and the working language before the engagement begins.
Frequently asked questions
Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about IBM RACF.
IBM RACF controls authentication and authorization on IBM Z and z/OS systems. It protects datasets, commands, transactions, started tasks, and other resources while supporting security logging and audit investigations.
RACF is IBM’s native security product for z/OS and is deeply integrated with the platform. Organizations may weigh it against CA ACF2 or CA Top Secret, considering existing policies, operational skills, migration effort, and integration requirements.
A strong RACF freelancer usually understands z/OS administration, JCL, TSO, ISPF, JES, and SMF records. Knowledge of zSecure, identity governance, privileged access, and audit controls is also valuable.
The right IBM RACF specialist depends on the risk and scope of the work. A focused profile change may need a practitioner familiar with the relevant resource class, while a redesign or remediation program calls for broader z/OS security and change-management experience.
RACF work can often be performed remotely when the company provides controlled access, suitable documentation, and an approved change process. On-site collaboration may be preferred for highly restricted environments, production incidents, or workshops with security and mainframe teams in Germany.
Ask the RACF specialist to explain effective access, profile inheritance, logging, and rollback decisions in practical terms. Review examples of documentation, audit support, and production change controls rather than relying only on product terminology.
A RACF engagement may produce access models, profile inventories, remediation plans, audit reports, operating procedures, or migration documentation. The deliverables should identify owners, approval steps, exceptions, and how changes will be verified.
Resource Access Control Facility work is closely tied to governance, production stability, and evidence-based change processes. Freelancers should be comfortable documenting decisions, coordinating with system programmers and security teams, and respecting strict access boundaries.
The average hourly rate of freelancers in Germany who have used IBM RACF in their recent projects is 99 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 788 € based on an 8-hour working day.
Of the freelancers in Germany who have used IBM RACF in their recent projects, 38% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 25% hold at least a Master's degree, and 13% hold a doctorate.
On average, freelancers in Germany who have used IBM RACF in their recent projects have 45 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 1.8 years.
The most common languages among freelancers in Germany who have used IBM RACF in their recent projects are German (100%), English (100%), and Spanish (22%).
The most common industries among freelancers in Germany who have used IBM RACF in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Banking and Finance (89%), and Insurance (78%).
The most common business areas among freelancers in Germany who have used IBM RACF in their recent projects are Information Technology (100%), Operations (78%), and Project Management (78%).
Main locations of FRATCH Experts, who have recently used IBM RACF
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