JIRA Administrator
AI Summary
Configures and maintains JIRA workflows, projects, and issue tracking; integrates JIRA with DevOps tools; supports Agile practices and troubleshoots system issues.
About this role
JIRA Administrator
Founded in 1989, SOSi is among the largest private, founder-owned technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We deliver tailored solutions, tested leadership, and trusted results to enable national security missions worldwide.
SOSi is seeking a JIRA Administrator to support mission requirements for a structured approach to further develop, integrate, and sustain a scalable, federated data ecosystem that enhances interoperability, governance, and mission-driven analytics for a DoD customer. The primary objective of the program is to bridge the operational gaps between DoD, IC, interagency, and non-traditional international partners to enable real-time information sharing, dynamic data integration, and mission-tailored analytical capabilities.
Essential Job Duties:
- Configure and maintain JIRA workflows, projects, and issue tracking systems.
- Manage and optimize JIRA configurations to meet business and technical requirements.
- Integrate JIRA with GitLab, Confluence, and other DevOps tools.
- Support Agile methodologies and related project management practices.
- Troubleshoot and resolve system issues related to JIRA administration.
- Collaborate with development, operations, and project teams to improve processes and system functionality.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field OR five (5) years of equivalent experience in JIRA administration.
- Demonstrated experience configuring and managing JIRA workflows.
- Experience managing issue tracking systems and workflow automation.
- Proficiency in JIRA administration, including workflow development and permission management.
- Experience integrating JIRA with GitLab, Confluence, or other DevOps tools.
- Experience with Agile methodologies, dashboard customization, and service-level agreement (SLA) monitoring is required.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Desired Qualifications:
- Atlassian Certified JIRA Administrator certification.
- ITIL Foundation Certification.
Additional Information
Working Conditions:
- This is a part-time, on-call position
- The work to be performed remotely
- Must have strong internet connection
- Quit workspace free from interruptions and background noise
Working at SOSi:
All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.
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