Mainframe Systems Administrator

The Clearing House

. Perform highly technical system configuration and programming .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeLiberty • New York • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $120,000 - $135,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Unisys ClearPath MCP mainframe systems configuration, programming, and integration, with strong capabilities in troubleshooting across mainframe, Windows, and Linux environments. Proficient in developing utility software for automation tasks and collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Unisys ClearPath MCP Mainframe ConfigurationSystems Programming ConceptsMainframe Storage and SAN SetupWindows and Linux Server IntegrationCloud Computing Concepts

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Hard Skills

Systems ConfigurationProgrammingMainframe InstallationScriptingDatabase OrganizationDisk I/ONetwork ConnectivitySoftware InstallationPerformance AnalysisTroubleshooting

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Unisys ClearPath Software SeriesOPS ConsoleSystem EditorOC ManagerDMSIICOMSLog AnalyzerAWSMicrosoft AzureCisco MDS

Industry Keywords

Mainframe EnvironmentISCSI ConceptsTCP/IP RoutingNetwork Host InitializationSoftware CompilationPatching Processes

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudLinuxSwitchingTCP/IP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform highly technical system configuration and programming
Install and configure mainframe systems and related devices for network and storage connectivity
Collaborate with Operations and Technology teams, users, and product stakeholders
Serve as an internal consultant to systems development staff on operating-system components, file management routines, system performance analysis, and software enhancements
Develop utility software for system or application automation tasks
Program and support mainframe-related PC server and desktop scripting
Support PC server and desktop configuration of applications that interface with mainframes
Support the performance, reliability, and continued evolution of the Unisys ClearPath MCP mainframe environment
Troubleshoot across mainframe, Windows, Linux, network, and storage environments

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Experience with OPS console, System Editor, OC Manager, network connectivity, storage network connectivity, and software installation
Experience with Unisys ClearPath Software Series VM based system installation and configuration
General knowledge of Windows networking and iSCSI concepts
Knowledge of integration of Microsoft Windows server, Linux server and Unisys mainframe environments
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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, and MCP based disk mirroring
Experience filing incidents with Unisys support and providing supporting files such as system and program dumps
Ability to interpret program dumps
Extensive knowledge of LOGANALYZER and SUMLOG entries
Knowledge of Unisys software compilation and patching processes
Knowledge of Unisys networking concepts, including TCP/IP routing and addressing, Libra network host initialization files, NX/NET, and Win RPC
Mainframe storage and SAN setup configuration skills with EMC storage arrays and Cisco MDS switching
Knowledge of AWS, Microsoft Azure, and general cloud computing concepts

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
401k plan with company contribution and company match
Tuition reimbursement
Discretionary incentive compensation for eligible positions, contingent on personal and company performance