Manager, UNIX Technology

SHAZAM recognizes that financial institutions build better communities, and this drives our passion to strengthen financial institutions. We are a trusted partner to our valued customers providing answers, choice, and innovation with an impeccable level of customer service – a level unmatched in the industry.

And here’s the best part - we’re a national company that offers a small-company feel, a cultural balance that’s hard to come by but very real at SHAZAM. Your growth and development are top priorities and you’ll be surrounded by talented individuals and postured to make a real difference in the company. As a team member at SHAZAM, you’ll be an essential part of our mission as we work together strengthening financial institutions.

This is a hybrid position based out of our Johnston, IA office.

What We’re Looking For

SHAZAM is looking for a Manager, UNIX Technology to join our team. In this role, you will lead, mentor, and develop the UNIX Technology Team while partnering closely with other leaders to execute strategic initiatives. This role oversees all UNIX administration functions, including hardware, software, and third‑party technologies, ensuring a stable, scalable, and secure production environment. The manager stays current on industry trends, provides staffing recommendations, conducts performance reviews and ongoing coaching, and contributes to long‑term strategic planning for the organization’s UNIX ecosystem.

What You'll Do

• Lead, coach, and evaluate team members to achieve departmental goals, including performance management and regular appraisals.
• Provide guidance on policies, procedures, priorities, and technical issues to support staff effectiveness.
• Monitor team performance trends and ensure complex projects are properly planned, reviewed, and budgeted.
• Manage departmental budgeting, staffing needs, and incident‑reporting procedures.
• Ensure strong security and compliance practices (including PCI) and maintain effective monitoring and escalation for all critical UNIX systems.
• Maintain adequate staffing and coverage to support customer and production needs.
  
  

What You Need

• 3 years experience directly managing teams and personnel.
• 5 years of hands-on experience in UNIX/Linux environments, with a strong working knowledge of system administration concepts and UNIX/Linux operating systems.
• Knowledge of industry standard UNIX hardware platforms preferred. Knowledge of industry standard SAN and Virtualization preferred.
• Knowledge of industry best practices and current Internet technologies preferred.
• Strong knowledge of IT security best practices.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, specifically Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  
  

What’s In It For You

• A mission-driven company with a strong sense of purpose
• A hybrid work environment that values flexibility and collaboration
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth
• A culture that values innovation, integrity, and community impact
• Excellent benefits:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability provided at no cost
• Time away from work – PTO, VTO, paid parental leave, and company holidays
• Educational assistance
  

Actual compensation is based on various factors, such as geographic location, experience, education, and/or skill level, and is finalized at the time of offer.

SHAZAM is an equal opportunity employer, including those with disabilities or status as a protected veteran. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future; ITS, Inc./SHAZAM will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa).

Please be aware that SHAZAM may use an Artificial Intelligence (AI) tool to assist in the review and screening of job applications for this position. The AI system is designed to help our team efficiently identify qualified candidates by identifying relevant skills and experience within submitted applications. All final hiring decisions are made by our hiring team.