JIRA Administrator Developer

i3 is seeking a JIRA Developer / Administrator to support a software integration facility on an Army contract. The selected candidate will provide technical expertise in the administration customization and development of the Atlassian JIRA platform to support software development cybersecurity and operational teams.

The JIRA Developer / Administrator will work closely with technical teams and stakeholders to design workflows implement automation and develop dashboards and reporting capabilities that support Agile development and project management processes.

This position requires a customer-focused approach and the ability to support both technical teams and end users across the organization.

Candidates must possess or be able to obtain a United States SECRET security clearance.

• Administer and maintain Atlassian JIRA environments including configuration upgrades and system health monitoring.
• Design build and deploy custom dashboards reports and filters to support development teams and leadership reporting requirements.
• Develop and configure JIRA workflows issue types custom fields and automation rules.
• Assist work centers in defining and implementing Agile artifacts including epics stories tasks and workflows.
• Build and maintain custom JIRA projects aligned with development and operational processes.
• Identify and resolve JIRA-related defects system issues and enhancement opportunities.
• Test newly developed configurations customizations and enhancements to ensure proper functionality and user requirements are met.
• Develop reports and dashboards to support configuration management and project tracking.
• Support integration of JIRA with other enterprise tools where applicable.
• Perform upgrades enhancements and ongoing maintenance of existing JIRA projects and environments.
• Support Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes by documenting workflows procedures and operational guidance.
• Take ownership of assigned projects and deliver solutions through completion.
• Maintain awareness of cybersecurity practices including DISA STIGs RMF requirements and system hardening considerations.
• Maintain current knowledge of relevant Atlassian platform capabilities and technologies.

• Bachelors degree with 3 years of relevant experience or equivalent experience in JIRA administration or development. Additional experience may substitute for degree.
• Experience administering Atlassian JIRA Software or JIRA Service Management environments.
• Experience designing JIRA workflows dashboards custom fields and reporting structures.
• Experience supporting Agile or DevSecOps development teams.
• Familiarity with Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) processes.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD 8140 / 8570 compliance certification as required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Atlassian Confluence administration
• Experience with JIRA automation rules and scripting
• Experience integrating JIRA with CI/CD pipelines
• Experience working in DoD or RMF-compliant environments
• Experience supporting DevSecOps or Agile development environments
• Familiarity with REST APIs for JIRA integrations

Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of office administration and procedures.
• Exceptional judgment capabilities and relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication teamwork and client service skills; ability to clearly communicate in discussions and written documents and to deliver feedback clearly and tactfully.
• Interact with a diverse array of customers and staff in a professional and courteous manner.
• Work independently with accountability for accurate and complete results.
• Be extremely organized and exceptionally detail oriented.
• Work well both independently and in a team environment.
• Be energized by a fast-paced work environment.
• Communicate well: listening verbal and written.
• Analyze information and respond appropriately.
• Manage time wisely and prioritize tasks.
• Provide superior customer service.
• Multi-task in a pleasant manner.
• Work well under pressure.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop kneel crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision distance vision peripheral vision depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday however additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.

i3 is a technically diverse 100% team member owned business headquartered in Huntsville Alabama specializing in missile and aviation systems engineering and logistic services electronic warfare and electromagnetic effects analysis UAS system integration and flight operations full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training simulation & serious game development and implementation. We have established a broad offering of products and capabilities collectively providing decades of experience supporting the full complement of DoD military services Missile Defense Agency National Aeronautics and Space Administration and a variety of other Government organizations and private industry customers.

Perks of being a team member owner include:

• Long-term financial security
• Higher job satisfaction
• Greater job security
• Personal and professional growth
• Great company culture

Other outstanding benefits:

• Excellent insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Generous PTO
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!