Unisys 2200 Mainframe Database Administration Manager

Planned Systems International, Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT services company is seeking an experienced Unisys 2200 Mainframe Database Administrator to manage and optimize database systems. The role requires deep knowledge of Unisys environments and involves responsibilities such as maintaining databases, ensuring data integrity, and supporting recovery from backups. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in database design and management, along with strong leadership skills. Comprehensive benefits are offered including medical, dental, and professional development support.

Benefits

Paid Leave

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Legal Services

Identity Theft Protection

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience with Unisys 2200 mainframes.
• 8+ years of managerial experience.
• Strong understanding of DDL, SDDL, IRU, TIP, and ECL.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain DMS 2200 and RDMS 2200 databases.
• Maintain database backups and ensure data integrity.
• Plan and schedule migrations for application/system changes.

Skills

Data Integrity

Performance Tuning

Database Security

Tools

DMS 2200

RDMS 2200

ACOB

UCOB

Assembler

SSG

Job description

Unisys 2200 Mainframe Database Administration Manager

Location: US-Remote

Job ID: 2025-11153

Overview

Planned Systems International (PSI) is an enterprise IT services company seeking an experienced Unisys 2200 Mainframe Database Administrator (DBA) to manage, maintain, and optimize our database systems on the Unisys 2200 series mainframe platform. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of Unisys database environments DMS 2200 and RDMS 2200, with strong skills in data integrity, performance tuning, and database security within mission-critical legacy systems.

Essential Functions and Job Responsibilities

1. Administer and maintain DMS 2200 and RDMS 2200 databases on the Unisys 2200 mainframe environment.
2. Maintain all DMS schemas and subschemas, as well as RDMS schemas, in multiple production and development environments.
3. Maintain database backups for all environments.
4. Develop and enhance software using ACOB, UCOB, Assembler, and SSG to support the database environment.
5. Plan and schedule triannual migrations, including database uploads/reloads, to support application/system changes, ensuring data integrity and security.
6. Support database recovery from backups in case of system failures.

Minimum Requirements

1. At least 8 years of experience in the computer industry with expert knowledge of large-scale Unisys 2200 mainframes.
2. Minimum 8 years of managerial experience.
3. At least 8 years supporting DMS 2200 and RDMS 2200 on Unisys mainframes, with a strong understanding of DDL, SDDL, IRU, SSG, ACOB, UCOB, TIP, and ECL.
4. Minimum 8 years of experience with data modeling.
5. Extensive experience in logical and physical database design.
6. Experience with sizing, mapping, and expanding Unisys database areas.

Company Benefits

PSI offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid leave, group medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, life insurance, legal services, identity theft protection, accident insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) plan with employer match, and support for professional development through courses, certifications, and tuition reimbursement.

EEO Commitment

Our company is committed to promoting equal employment opportunities. All decisions related to employment are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, citizenship, veteran status, disability, or any other protected characteristic. Reasonable accommodations are provided for applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 703-575-8400.