Atlassian Administrator

Description

We're looking for a skilled JIRA/Confluence Administrator who can help bring clarity, organization, and efficiency to our customer's autonomous systems product life‑cycle. In this role, you'll help the Cross Functional Team (CFT) stay on track by using automation and Atlassian tools to organize work, share insights, and support smooth delivery. You'll also play a key part in planning increments and releases that align with both stakeholder needs and bigger organizational goals.

We're looking for someone who understands Agile, knows the Atlassian suite well, communicates clearly, and is passionate about supporting mission-critical work.

What You'll Do

• Help the CFT prepare for and run Program Increments (PI) by coordinating requirements and managing team knowledge.
• Build custom Atlassian projects and workflows that fit real business needs.
• Configure advanced Atlassian tools that support continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD).
• Create and maintain Jira and Confluence spaces-everything from Kanban boards to documentation pages.
• Research, evaluate, and implement Atlassian apps, plugins, and integrated tools.
• Streamline, maintain, and automate Jira workflows.
• Work closely with a wide range of stakeholders as a go‑to advisor.
• Coach teams on how to use Jira, Confluence, and related tools effectively.
• Document the Jira processes and workflows you set up.
• Build Jira queries and reports whenever they're needed.
• Recommend upgrades or changes to information systems.
• Gather business process requirements and find opportunities to optimize how we work.
• Look for ways to boost the ART's (Agile Release Train's) efficiency and help the team deliver more value.
• Provide general system support and guidance to internal teams as issues come up.

Skills

jira, confluence, atlassian, system administrator, python, aws, azure, SAFe, Scaled Agile Framework, network protocols, DNS, tableau, power bi, information technology, documentation, configuration management, Pluggins, workflow, kanban, dashboard, Agile

Top Skills Details

jira,confluence,atlassian,system administrator

Additional Skills & Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 years' experience in systems analysis and design of information systems programs
• 3 years' experience with Jira and Confluence administration.
• Knowledge of Agile principles and applied best practices.
• Experience with Atlassian tool suite, specifically as a JIRA/Confluence Power User.
• Building Dashboards and reports
• Active SECRET security clearance (required).

HIGHLY DESIRED

• Atlassian certified Jira Administrator.
• Experience supporting multi-vendor integration efforts within the DoD.
• Previous experience in a customer-facing or consulting role.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance (US citizenship required).
• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $72.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Tampa,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 27, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.