Systems Administrator, Senior

Overview

The Work

The Systems Administrator, Senior will be administering, optimizing, and troubleshooting computer systems, including Windows and UNIX systems (Linux or Solaris), ensuring optimal performance and reliability. You will be responsible for leading initiatives, collaborating with vendors, overseeing system requirements for multiple projects, and ensuring compliance with client guidelines.

This position aligns with Cayuse's core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the setup, configuration, and operational activities for mainframe, mini, or client/server-based business systems.
• Serve as a subject matter expert (SME) in managing operating systems such as Windows or UNIX (Linux and Solaris).
• Plan, implement, and manage custom system solutions to meet organizational needs.
• Continuously monitor, analyze, and optimize system operations and resource utilization.
• Conduct system capacity planning to ensure scalability and performance.
• Analyze system faults; identify root causes and resolve technical issues.
• Perform diagnostic tests and engage in detailed problem analysis for hardware and operating systems.
• Collaborate with vendors during troubleshooting and resolve complex technical problems.
• Evaluate, install, and manage software during various phases of testing and production.
• Conduct thorough reviews and prepare clear and accurate documentation for system testing, software installation, and configuration.
• Design and execute preventive maintenance plans to ensure system integrity and availability.
• Proactively address system and environment-related issues to minimize downtime.
• Collaborate with business units to determine system/environment requirements for multiple projects, ensuring alignment with project timelines.
• Coordinate effectively with vendors to ensure resolution of technical issues and perform updates as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Here's What You Need

• Bachelor’s Degree with 6-8 years of related experience or Master’s Degree with 2-6 years of experience.
• Considerable experience in configuring and administering Windows and UNIX systems (Linux or Solaris).
• DoD 8140-compliant certifications (e.g., IAT Level II credentials).
• Top-Secret Clearance is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum

Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in analyzing system faults, running diagnostic tests, and optimizing complex systems for operational efficiency.
• Demonstrated expertise in system capacity planning and resource utilization analysis across multiple systems.
• Familiarity with system configuration and documentation processes for software installations and testing.
• Proven ability to administer systems with varying schedules for multi-project environments.
• Exceptional troubleshooting, problem-solving, and…