Job Details

Overview

Are you detail-oriented, tech-curious, and eager to grow your Linux skills in a real-world, high-impact environment? Do you enjoy working behind the scenes to keep critical infrastructure running seamlessly? If so, wed love to have you join our team as a Linux Systems Administrator!

In this role, youll be a key contributor to our Systems Department, responsible for maintaining the core Linux server environment that powers DCIs core processing systems. These systems help local banks process transactions quickly and securelyand your work will directly impact thousands of community banks across the country. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who loves Linux, thrives on learning, and wants to make a real difference.

What Youll Do

• Support and maintain DCIs Linux server environment, including patching, server builds, and basic scripting.
• Monitor system logs and performance metrics to ensure reliable daily operations.
• Follow pre-defined operating policies and procedures for system updates, backups, and recovery protocols.
• Assist in managing file systems, including disk space usage, drive mounting/unmounting, permissions, and ownership.
• Participate in the upgrade project to retire legacy Linux systems.
• Help implement and support Log Management and Patch Management systems under guidance.
• Collaborate with DBAs, Technical Services, and Development teams to support cross-functional systems needs.
• Document your work, raise potential process gaps, and follow best practices for system administration.
• Contribute to printer setup tasks using CUPS (Common UNIX Printing System), as needed.
• Participate in backup, recovery planning, and testing activities.
• Participate in on-call rotation to support systems 24x7, including availability for off-hour maintenance.
• Travel may be required for major issues with short notice.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• Familiarity with Linux-based printing (CUPS), sudo privileges, and least privilege best practices.
• Exposure to system monitoring tools (Ansible, Grafana, Python, etc.).
• Experience working with patch and log management systems.
• Understanding of supporting technologies: DNS, Anti-Virus, Systems Management.
• Solid general understanding of distributed computing concepts, including the principles of network routing and client/server technologies.
• Effective planning, coordination, time management, and organization skills.
• A curious mindset, eagerness to learn, and strong self-starting initiative.
• Prior banking or financial services tech experience (always a plus at DCI!).

A Day in the Life

Imagine starting your day by navigating the command line to troubleshoot a log issue, followed by helping retire a legacy server and prep a new one for deployment. You might assist a team member with printer troubleshooting, or review disk usage metrics and confirm systems are running smoothly. Youll be supporting the technology backbone that keeps our community bank clients operationaland your contributions will directly support their continued success.

Why Join DCI?

At DCI, youre not just filling a roleyoure joining a community. Headquartered in Hutchinson, KS, with over 60 years of experience and a presence across 27 states, we are committed to empowering community banks with cutting-edge technology and exceptional service.

You'll love working here for a variety of reasons. From comprehensive benefits to abundant growth opportunities, DCI is dedicated to the well-being and professional development of its employees. We offer a supportive and collaborative work environment where every team member is valued and has the opportunity to contribute to the companys success. Join us and be a part of an organization that truly values its people and is passionate about making a difference in the financial services industry.

Our Core Values

• The Customer Comes First - Always: Youll be focused on delivering the best possible experience for our clients, ensuring their needs are always met.
• Attitude Over Aptitude: We prioritize a proactive mindset over specific technical skillsyou bring the right attitude, and well provide the tools for you to succeed.
• Open and Frequent Communication: Transparency and collaboration define our success, so youll be expected to keep clients and team members informed at all times.
• Trust and Accountability: At DCI, trust is earned through accountability. Youll own your work and always strive for the highest standards.
• Honesty and Integrity in Everything We Do: We expect every decision and action to align with our values, ensuring ethical and honest business practices.

Requirements & What Were Looking For

• 02 years of experience with Linux systems, professional experience preferred
• Familiarity with command line tools and Linux-native commands.
• Basic understanding of client-server architecture and networking fundamentals.
• Exposure to shell scripting (ability to understand and select appropriate scriptsnot expected to write them initially).
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow defined procedures accurately.
• Effective communicator with the ability to document technical processes clearly.
• Comfortable collaborating with technical teams and learning from others.
• Willingness to provide on-call support and travel when needed (up to 5 business days by driving or flying to primary or disaster recovery sites).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook & Teams
• Regular & reliable attendance
• Normal office environment requirements
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at DCI by 2x

Get notified about new Linux System Administrator jobs in Hutchinson, KS.

Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.