What are the responsibilities and job description for the Unix Linux System Administrator position at Physicians Mutual?
We are seeking a skilled Unix/Linux Systems Administrator to join our Enterprise Technology Group. This role is responsible for ensuring the stability, performance, and availability of critical distributed systems and middleware platforms that support enterprise operations.
You will play a key role in maintaining and evolving our Unix/Linux environment, supporting application teams, and driving system reliability across the organization.
What You’ll Do
- Administer and support Unix/Linux systems across development, test, and production environments
- Monitor system performance, analyze trends, and proactively resolve issues
- Install, configure, patch, and tune operating systems and middleware technologies (e.g., Docker, WebSphere, MQ)
- Troubleshoot system and application issues in collaboration with development and infrastructure teams
- Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery operations
- Participate in the evaluation, testing, and implementation of new technologies
- Maintain documentation and adhere to change management processes
- Provide technical guidance and support to internal teams and users
- Participate in on-call support (24x7 rotation)
What You Bring
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5 years of Unix/Linux systems administration experience
- Strong understanding of:
- TCP/IP networking (DNS, DHCP, routing, switching)
- File systems, permissions, and security best practices
- Experience with:
- Shell scripting (Bash, etc.)
- Middleware technologies (Docker, application servers, messaging systems)
- Virtualization technologies (VMWare, etc.)
- Cloud Infrastructure as a Service (AWS, etc.)
- Backup and recovery processes
- Familiarity with:
- Storage technologies (SAN)
- Distributed systems and networking concepts
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
What Sets You Apart
- Experience supporting enterprise-scale environments
- Knowledge of containerization and modern infrastructure practices
- Ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence
Work Environment
- In-person, office-based work environment that fosters collaboration, communication, and team engagement
- Occasional travel for training or conferences (1–2 times per year)
- Participation in an on-call rotation supporting critical systems
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work on mission-critical enterprise systems
- Collaborative and supportive technology team
- Exposure to modern infrastructure and middleware technologies
- Ability to make a direct impact on system performance and reliability
Apply Today
If you are passionate about Unix/Linux systems and thrive in a dynamic, enterprise environment, we encourage you to apply.
About Us
Health. Life. Retirement. The Physicians Mutual family empowers people from all walks of life to enjoy the financial security they deserve. That’s what Insurance for all of us® is about.
The Physicians Mutual family includes Physicians Mutual Insurance Company, Physicians Life Insurance Company and Physicians Select Insurance Company. Physicians Mutual offers reliable dental and supplemental health insurance, and pet insurance. Physicians Life provides important life insurance, Medicare Supplement insurance and coverage for funeral pre-planning. Physicians Select Insurance Company additionally offers exclusive Medicare Supplement insurance.
Since our start in 1902, our dedication to delivering on our promise has helped make us one of the nation’s leading health and life insurance providers. In fact, we are rated in the top 1% of insurance companies. We consistently maintain some of the highest financial strength ratings in the nation from independent insurance analysts, including A.M. Best Company and Weiss Ratings, ensuring we’ll be there for our policyowners and our employees far into the future.
But the achievement we’re most proud of? We have a 95% customer satisfaction rating — a true sign of a company dedicated to embodying its vision.