Sr. Atlassian System Administrator

Job Description

Role Description:

The Sr. Atlassian System Administrator role is responsible for working to ensure the Lab42 iteration of Atlassian is built and will scale to internal specifications, supported per best practices and internal procedures, and is managed appropriately so end users are supported. Within this role you will directly affect process implementation, work to integrate Atlassian with other internal applications, migrate content from decommissioning environments and systems to Atlassian, drive efficiencies for our team, work with and train end users on how to use the system as well as its export control functionalities, and mentor more Jr level administrators. The ability to self-direct and manage inclusive activities with little to no direction as well as experience/involvement in technical projects such as infrastructure stand up and migration activities are required for success.

Key responsibilities include:

• Configuration, maintenance, and administration of Atlassian products (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Jira Service Desk, various and numerous plug-ins)
• Evaluate and manage the usage of Atlassian plug-ins to meet team and business needs
• Work with development and design teams to identify their requirements and translate them into efficient system operations
• Lead insight into procedural and operational efficiencies
• Devise, test, and deploy integrations between Atlassian products and other internal systems
• Conduct training for employees and new hires on Lab42 Atlassian offerings and also briefing users on new functionalities.
• Research and implement new approaches within Atlassian
• Prompt issue resolution with JIRA Projects and Confluence in coordination with other admins, partner teams and Atlassian premier support
• Assist in the overall architecture design and development of Lab42 environments and structure and realizing the "art of the possible"
• Oversee all monitoring, reporting, and troubleshoot issue resolution
• Be a key point of contact for our IFSF organization user group
• Participate in Lab42 change management processes
• Active participation during internal audits involving Lab42

Required Education, Experience, & Skills

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Atlassian certifications
• Strong stakeholder management and ability to work with IT as well as business users
• Expert/subject matter expert in Atlassian Suite application administration
• Strong knowledge and familiarity with JQL
• Working knowledge of both Scrum and Kanban methodologies
• Experience directly integrating Atlassian products with other systems
• Familiarity with federal Cybersecurity policies and industry best practices
• Previous experiencing as a team lead

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

Preferred Skills and Education

• Excellent with problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Experience with Open Source tools, such as Rancher, Kubernetes, Docker, etc.
• Knowledge of Amazon Web Services, Azure, platforms and solutions

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $86460 - $146982

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.