Entry Level Linux System Administrator Jobs in Springfield, MO

The System Admin II monitors system hardware, network, and infrastructure software performance, solves problems, and suggests improvements. This position manages authorized access to system resources with a heavy focus on Linux environments and evolving Cloud (GCP/Azure) infrastructures. A successful candidate demonstrates a high aptitude for learning and a proactive attitude toward maintaining system stability.
Responsibilities and Duties

• System Maintenance: Complete operational tasks including data management, incident logging, systems monitoring, and disaster recovery. Perform critical system patching and environment changes.
• Infrastructure Support: Support the day-to-day infrastructure and networks, with a primary focus on Linux administration and growing exposure to GCP or Azure cloud environments.
• Issue Resolution: Provide initial fault isolation and support for technical issues; propose resolutions for approval by senior colleagues to ensure prompt system uptime.
• Security & Compliance: Support the implementation of security measures (firewalls, encryption) and monitor performance to notify security experts of any vulnerabilities.
• User Support: Provide advice and assistance to users to resolve basic queries and ensure application/website capabilities are understood by the business.
• Continuous Learning: Actively develop own capabilities through formal training and coaching, specifically focusing on CI/CD pipelines and cloud technologies to stay abreast of industry trends.
• On-Call & Scheduling: Participate in a 6 to 8-week on-call rotation (on for one week). Maintain flexibility for Monday-Friday daytime responsibilities alongside required evening maintenance windows.

Skills
Required:

• Linux Foundations: Proficiency in monitoring, diagnosing, and fixing problems within Linux-based operating systems.
• Cloud Navigation: Ability to navigate and manage cloud-based infrastructure (GCP preferred, Azure acceptable), including virtual machines and storage.
• Modern DevOps Awareness: Basic understanding of CI/CD pipelines and the desire to integrate these into standard workflows.
• Technical Troubleshooting: Identifies and resolves hardware, software, and network problems in line with prescribed solution options.
• System Security: Maintains systems/services integrity, compliance, and continuity through proactive monitoring.
• Adaptability & Aptitude: Ability to shift mindsets quickly to assess facts, learn new technologies (Aptitude), and maintain a positive, growth-oriented approach (Attitude).
• Execution: Reviews requirements to develop appropriate action plans for software installation, configuration, and environment management.

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Level.
• Experience: Experienced practitioner able to deal with the majority of situations (3 to 6 years preferred in a technical environment).
• Managerial Experience: Basic experience of coordinating the work of others or managing help-desk workflows (4 to 6 months).

O'Reilly Auto Parts has a proven track record of growth and stability. O'Reilly is full of successful career stories and believes in a strong promote-from-within philosophy, encouraging you to grow your career along with the organization.
Total Compensation Package:

• Competitive Wages & Paid Time Off
• Stock Purchase Plan & 401k with Employer Contributions Starting Day One
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Optional Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Team Member Health/Wellbeing Programs
• Tuition Educational Assistance Programs
• Opportunities for Career Growth

O'Reilly Auto Parts is an equal opportunity employer. The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin or ancestry (including immigration status or citizenship), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions,) age (40 and over), veteran status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing or characteristics) or another protected status as defined by local, state, or federal law, as applicable.
Qualified individuals with a disability may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please send an email to: rar@oreillyauto.com or call (800) 471-7431 option , and provide your requested accommodation, and position details.