Mainframe Systems Administrator

The Clearing House; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Clearing House in the United States is seeking a Senior Mainframe Systems Engineer to support Unisys ClearPath MCP environments, maintaining performance and reliability across the mainframe workspace.

Responsibilities include configuring hardware and software, collaborating with IT teams, and assisting with Windows/Linux and network integration. Strong communication skills are essential for coordinating with stakeholders and supporting operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or equivalent education and experience in systems configuration, programming, and integration.
• Knowledge of systems programming concepts such as table and bit manipulation, messaging, queuing, database organization and disk I/O
• Experience with Unisys ClearPath Libra mainframe hardware installation and configuration including: OPS console, System Editor, OC Manager, Network connectivity, Storage connectivity, Software Installation
• Experience with Unisys ClearPath Software Series VM based system installation and configuration
• General knowledge of Windows networking and iSCSI concepts
• Knowledge of the integration of the Microsoft Windows server, Linux server and Unisys mainframe environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Perform highly technical system configuration and programming
• Installation and configuration of mainframe systems and related devices for network and storage system connectivity
• Work collaboratively with other Operations and Technology teams, users, and product stakeholders
• Serve as an internal consultant to systems development staff for information on components of the operating system including file management routines, system performance analysis and software enhancements
• Develop utility software to perform system or application related automation tasks

Skills

Systems programming

Unisys ClearPath Libra

VM-based installations

Windows networking

Linux server integration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science

Tools

OPS console

System Editor

OC Manager

CANDE / WFL

DMSII/COMS

Log Analyzer

Job description

Position Summary

Support current and future implementations of Unisys ClearPath MCP mainframes and related system software and hardware with a goal of maintaining maximum performance and reliability in the TCH mainframe environment.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, or a combination of equivalent education and experience in systems configuration, programming, and integration
• Knowledge of systems programming concepts such as table and bit manipulation, messaging, queuing, database organization and disk I/O
• Experience with Unisys ClearPath Libra mainframe hardware installation and configuration including: OPS console, System Editor, OC Manager, Network connectivity, Storage network connectivity, Software Installation
• Experience with Unisys ClearPath Software Series VM based system installation and configuration
• General knowledge of Windows networking and iSCSI concepts
• Knowledge of the integration of the Microsoft Windows server, Linux server and Unisys mainframe environments
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications desired

• Knowledge of Unisys MCP mainframe operating environment and utilities including: DMSII, COMS, CCF, Security Center, System Assistant, NX/Services, OLEDB, Secure-Transport, Simple Install, Log Analyzer, CANDE / WFL Programmer’s Work Bench, MCP based disk mirroring
• Filing incidents with Unisys support and providing supporting files such as system and program dumps
• Ability to interpret program dumps
• Extensive knowledge of the use of LOGANALYZER and the various log entries found in the SUMLOG
• Knowledge of Unisys software compilation and patching process including: Obtaining and installing Interim Corrections for MCP; Obtaining and installing Interim Corrections for system software; Compiling system software with local patches
• Unisys networking concepts: TCP/IP routing and addressing; Libra network host initialization files; NX/NET as used in the Libra environment; Win RPC
• Mainframe storage and SAN setup configuration skills (EMC storage arrays and Cisco MDS switching)
• Knowledge of cloud service providers (AWS & Microsoft Azure) and general cloud computing concepts

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Performing highly technical system configuration and programming
• Installation and configuration of mainframe systems and related devices for network and storage system connectivity
• Work collaboratively with other Operations and Technology teams, users, and product stakeholders
• Serve as an internal consultant to systems development staff for information on components of the operating system including file management routines, system performance analysis and software enhancements
• Develop utility software to perform system or application related automation tasks

Additional functions and responsibilities

• Programs and supports mainframe related PC server and desktop scripting
• Supports PC server and desktop configuration of applications that interface with mainframes

Physical demands and work environment

• Work is generally sedentary in nature. The working environment is generally favorable. Lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.
• Work is generally performed within an office environment, with standard office equipment available.
• Employees in this position will report to the office 3 days per week.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Onsite work requirements may change at any time.

About the Company

The Clearing House operates U.S-based payments networks that clear and settle more than $2 trillion each day through wire, ACH, check image, and real-time payments. It is the nation’s most experienced payments company, with a long track record of providing secure and reliable systems, payments innovation, and strategic thought leadership to financial institutions. In 2017, The Clearing House revolutionized U.S. payments by introducing the RTP® network, which supports the immediate clearing and settlement of payments, along with the ability to exchange related payment information across the same secure channel. These RTP capabilities enable all financial institutions to offer safer, faster, and smarter digital transaction services for their corporate and retail customers. Learn more at www.theclearinghouse.org.