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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Administrator I-5 - **Company:** O'Reilly Automotive, Inc. - **Location:** Springfield, MA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Linux, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Monitoring of Systems, Linux System Administration, Virtual Machines, Data Logging, Google Cloud, Cloud Platform System, Sysadmin, Performance Monitor, Data Management - **Published:** June 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/f1e0b79a-7ef1-4840-a20e-2d6b85422612 ## About the Role The System Admin I 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 (Google Cloud Platform/Azure) infrastructures. A successful candidate demonstrates a high aptitude for learning and a proactive attitude toward maintaining system stability., 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 (Google Cloud Platform 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. ## Description * 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 Google Cloud Platform 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). 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