Senior Systems Administrator: Windows & UNIX SME

Cayuse Holdings, LLC; Pearl City (HI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Wellness Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

Cayuse Holdings, LLC is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to optimize and troubleshoot Windows and UNIX environments (Linux/Solaris). You will lead system initiatives, collaborate with vendors, and ensure compliance with client guidelines across multiple projects.

The role requires DoD 8140 IAT Level II certs and Top-Secret clearance, with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and 6–8 or 2–6 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 6-8 years of related experience or Master’s Degree with 2-6 years of experience.
• Experience configuring and administering Windows and UNIX systems (Linux or Solaris).
• DoD 8140-compliant certificates (e.g., IAT Level II).
• Top-Secret Clearance is required.
• Background checks may be required by projects or clients.

Responsibilities

• Oversee setup, configuration, and operations for mainframe, mini, or client/server systems.
• Serve as SME in Windows and UNIX operating systems.
• Plan, implement, and manage custom system solutions.
• Monitor, analyze, and optimize system operations and resources.
• Perform capacity planning to ensure scalability and performance.
• Analyze system faults, identify root causes, and resolve issues.
• Collaborate with vendors during troubleshooting and updates.
• Document system testing, installation, and configuration.
• Design preventive maintenance plans and minimize downtime.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Tools

Windows Server

UNIX/Linux

Solaris

Job description

Cayuse Holdings, LLC is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to optimize and troubleshoot Windows and UNIX environments (Linux/Solaris). You will lead system initiatives, collaborate with vendors, and ensure compliance with client guidelines across multiple projects.

The role requires DoD 8140 IAT Level II certs and Top-Secret clearance, with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree and 6–8 or 2–6 years of related experience.