IBM zSecure

A complete set of cybersecurity products for your IBM mainframe

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Overview

Add additional layers of security of your mainframe

IBM zSecure portfolio enhances IBM® Z® environments by adding layers of assurance such as audits, alerts, administration, reporting and authentication. It automates tasks, detects threats, issues alerts and ensures compliance for better efficiency and error reduction. 

Features

Stronger compliance and security

Pre‑built profiles map directly to major regulatory and security frameworks, reducing the effort required to interpret and implement standards like PCI‑DSS, NIST, DORA, and STIG. These ready‑to‑use controls streamline audit preparation and help ensure consistent, repeatable compliance across systems.

Custom goals let teams define technical checks tailored to their unique policies and operational needs. These flexible rules support precise validation scans, enabling organizations to enforce internal standards, adapt quickly to new requirements, and maintain a compliance posture that reflects real‑world practices.

Interactive dashboards deliver immediate visibility into compliance status and security posture across IBM Z environments. Dynamic, customizable views help teams investigate issues, track progress, and make informed decisions with up‑to‑date data that reflects system activity as it happens.

Continuous compliance capabilities track historical scores, highlight trends, and detect early signs of drift. Automated alerts and visual indicators help teams respond quickly to emerging risks, maintain consistent control, and prevent small deviations from becoming larger compliance gaps.

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Use cases

Streamlined security administration

Automating core administrative tasks reduces complexity and ensures consistent enforcement of security rules across IBM Z systems. This approach minimizes human error, accelerates routine updates, and frees teams to focus on higher‑value analysis and decision‑making.

Intelligent data discovery

AI‑driven tagging identifies sensitive information wherever it resides, helping teams understand data exposure and prioritize protection. Automated classification supports regulatory obligations and strengthens governance by revealing patterns that manual reviews often miss.

Instant visibility into risk

Real‑time dashboards surface emerging issues and highlight areas that require attention, giving teams a clear view of security posture at any moment. Customizable visualizations make it easier to track changes, spot anomalies, and respond quickly to potential threats.

Intelligent data discovery

AI‑driven tagging identifies sensitive information wherever it resides, helping teams understand data exposure and prioritize protection. Automated classification supports regulatory obligations and strengthens governance by revealing patterns that manual reviews often miss.

Proactive policy enforcement

Continuous validation of security rules and system activity helps detect misconfigurations and unauthorized changes before they escalate. Ongoing monitoring ensures that controls remain effective, enabling teams to maintain a stable, well‑protected IBM Z environment.

Case studies

Real stories. Real impact.

IBM zSecure helps clients modernize their security posture with automated checks, rapid threat detection, and simplified access governance. These use cases highlight how organizations safeguard sensitive data, strengthen audit readiness, and optimize security operations.

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Software AG

See how IBM Z MFA enables Software AG to implement a holistic mainframe security approach securely.

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Abraxas Informatik AG

Learn about the implementation of IBM Z MFA to modernize the security experience for enterprise.

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APIS IT

Discover how APIS IT decided to implement IBM Z Operations Analytics with strategic AIOps.

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Bradesco

Read how Bradesco created a reliable, secure and innovative online banking experience for customers.

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Resources

Latest updates and technical guides

Stay up to date with the latest IBM zSecure information. Access release notes to understand new capabilities, review technical reports for deeper insights, and explore product documentation that supports deployment, configuration, and ongoing security operations on IBM Z.

Installation and Deployment Cost of a Data Breach Report 2025 What's new in zSecure 3.2.0
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