Vanguard Security Center

The architecture of Vanguard Security Center is designed for a Windows-based environment, with key components interacting to provide comprehensive security administration for RACF and DB2 on z/OS. The main components include the Management Console, the z/OS Agent, and the Database Connector. The Management Console is the central point of interaction for administrators, providing a GUI for managing users, access controls, and security policies.

It communicates with the z/OS Agent, which resides on the mainframe, using HTTPS. The z/OS Agent acts as an intermediary, translating commands from the Management Console into actions on the mainframe. The Database Connector facilitates interaction with DB2 databases, enabling security-related tasks such as auditing and access control.

Communication between the Management Console and the z/OS Agent occurs over HTTPS, ensuring secure data transfer. The product uses a relational database, such as Microsoft SQL Server, to store configuration data, user information, and audit logs. The Management Console requires network access to the z/OS Agent, typically through a dedicated port.

The z/OS Agent requires access to the RACF and DB2 systems on the mainframe. The architecture supports high availability through redundant components and failover mechanisms. The design emphasizes scalability, allowing the product to handle large and complex security environments.

The product's architecture is designed to provide a secure and reliable solution for mainframe security administration.