Jira Administrator

*Description*
Summary
The client is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Atlassian Suite Administrator to support the administration, optimization, and continued evolution of their Atlassian ecosystem, including Jira, Confluence, and related tools. This role supports enterprise project and portfolio management, governance standards, and cross-functional collaboration by delivering scalable solutions, improving processes, and enabling consistent execution across teams. The ideal candidate brings strong Atlassian platform expertise, a solid understanding of PMO operations and governance, and the ability to translate business needs into effective tool configurations and operational improvements.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job duties and the position will perform other duties as assigned.
Atlassian Administration
*Manage administration of Jira, Confluence, JSM, and JPD.
*Design and configure workflows, issue types, fields, and screens to support delivery standards.
*Strengthen access controls and role-based security practices.
*Build and maintain automation, integrations, and plug-ins.
*Support and expand Rovo Chat and Rovo Agents capabilities.
*Create dashboards, reports, and analytics that improve project and portfolio visibility.
*Drive audits that protect system performance and data integrity.
*Deliver user support, documentation, and training that enable adoption.
Enterprise PMO Operations & Support
*Partner with the EPMO leadership team to standardize project and portfolio management processes within the Atlassian environment.
*Support the development and maintenance of governance frameworks, templates, and project lifecycle tools.
*Create and manage project intake, prioritization, and approval workflows in Jira to support strategic alignment.
*Work through ambiguity to gather information required to make decisions.
Continuous Improvement
*Increase Atlassian adoption across the Enterprise to improve team performance and collaboration.
*Evaluate Atlassian features, add-ons, and best practices to enhance the project management ecosystem.
*Promote Atlassian and PMO best practices through training, coaching, and communication.
Atlassian Suite Administrator, EPMO
Atlassian Suite Administrator, Enterprise PMO
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It is incumbent upon all employees to maintain current knowledge of and take personal action to ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances as well as the client's policies, procedures, rules and regulations applicable to incumbent's professional duties, responsibilities and obligations.
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Education and Experience
Equivalent combination of education and experience is considered.
*Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience is required.
*3+ years of experience administering Atlassian apps (Jira/Confluence/JSM/JPD)
*Minimum of six (6) years of work experience, with two (2) years of direct project management experience (leading projects, managing meeting deadlines, developing policies and guidelines, communicating priorities, and collaborating with business partners)
*Solid understanding of PMO operations, governance frameworks, and project lifecycle management.
*Solid project management skills: minimum of three (3) years' experience managing projects to successful completion including the ability to navigate complex environments, effectively communicate priorities, delivery expectations, risks, and concerns to management
*Experience supporting Agile, Scrum, and hybrid project methodologies within Jira.
*Proficiency in Jira Query Language (JQL), workflow design, and automation rules.
*Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and documentation skills.
*Strong communication and collaboration abilities across technical and non-technical teams.
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Preferred:
o Atlassian certifications (e.g., ACP-JA, ACP-600, ACP-120).
o Experience with Advanced Roadmaps and Portfolio for Jira.
o Familiarity with Power BI, Tableau, or similar reporting tools for executive dashboards.
o Knowledge of ITIL/ITSM, PMP, or Lean/Agile methodologies.
o Experience integrating Atlassian tools and AI technologies and other applications
*Key Competencies:
oStrong technical aptitude with a strategic mindset.
oAbility to translate business needs into scalable tool configurations.
oHighly organized, detail-oriented, and process-driven.
oExcellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
oPassion for continuous improvement and governance excellence
Licenses and Certifications
*PMP and SCRUM certification preferred
*Atlassian certifications (e.g., ACP-JA, ACP-600, ACP-120) preferred
Compensation Use Only FLSA: Exempt Grade: Family/Sub Fam: Job Code: Position Type:
*Skills*
Atlassian suite, Jira, Confluence, Project portfolio management
*Top Skills Details*
Atlassian suite,Jira,Confluence,Project portfolio management
*Additional Skills & Qualifications*
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*Experience Level*
Intermediate Level
*Job Type & Location*This is a Contract position based out of Mc Lean, VA.
*Pay and Benefits*The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/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 Mc Lean,VA.
*Application Deadline*This position is anticipated to close on Jun 26, 2026.

About TEKsystems


We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

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

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services


We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

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.

*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.