Linux Administrator

2 weeks ago


Lisle, United States Koch Industries Full time
Your Job

Do you have a foundational background in Linux system administration and a desire to grow your knowledge? Are you excited about the prospect of working in a global organization that's redefining infrastructure support? If you're ready to make a significant impact, consider joining our Transformative Infrastructure Team as a Linux Administrator.

Our Team

The IT Operations team delivers reliable, secure, and resilient infrastructure platforms that enable our partners to achieve and accelerate their business outcomes. We manage the enterprise's network and server infrastructure, including Windows, Linux, and VMWare server support, Data Center Services, Storage, and Backup & Recovery Systems. We are seeking team players that are dedicated to creating rock solid operations while building relationships with our internal business partners.

What You Will Do
  • Grow in Linux: Jump right in and apply your existing knowledge of Linux while also growing and learning new skills and understanding.
  • Automation Enthusiast: Apply your passion for process improvement by helping to identify what can be automated or eliminated to achieve the greatest value. Work with automation teams to implement and improve automation with the help of AI and Machine Learning.
  • Innovative Problem Solver: Tackle complex challenges creatively, developing solutions that drive progress and enhance our operations.
  • Collaborative Partner: Work collaboratively with teams worldwide, fostering innovation and adopting a principled entrepreneurial mindset that encourages growth.
  • Continuous Improvement Champion: Identify opportunities to refine processes, systems, and methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous enhancement.
  • Create Knowledge: Create documentation to foster shared knowledge that will accelerate your team's ability close skill gaps.
Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)
  • Knowledge of Linux operating systems
  • Knowledge of cloud and/or server virtualization (AWS, Azure, or VMWare)
  • Experience in an IT Break/Fix environment, using problem solving to fix issues
  • Experience working directly with end users and the ability to meet them where they are at technically for communication.
What Will Put You Ahead
  • Experience in a global team environment that includes working with peers remotely and in person.
  • Experience with multiple Linux operating systems (Suse, Ubuntu, Red Hat, etc)
  • Experience in Python or other scripting languages to automate, optimize, and innovate
  • Experience with Ansible or other automation platforms.


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Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here .

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Koch Global Services (KGS) creates solutions spanning technology, human resources, finance, project management and anything else our businesses need. With locations in India, Mexico, Poland and the United States, our employees have the opportunity to make a global impact.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information.

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