System Administrator – Atlassian

Job Description The Atlassian System Administrator role is responsible for working to ensure Atlassian Data Center 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 lead process implementation, integrate Atlassian with other internal applications, migrate content from decommissioning environments and systems to Atlassian, drive efficiencies for our team, and train end users on how to use the system as well as its export control functionalities.

Responsibilities

• Infrastructure setup, installation, maintenance, continuous monitoring of application and server performance, and integration of Jira, JSM and Confluence with other business-critical applications and systems
• Ensure our Atlassian applications are reliable, secure, scalable, and seamlessly connected to our broader IT ecosystem
• Design, deploy, and maintain the infrastructure for Atlassian Jira and Confluence Data Center deployments tailored to IT industry requirements
• Install, configure, and upgrade Jira and Confluence Data Center applications and related components
• Monitor application and infrastructure health to ensure optimal performance, availability, and reliability
• Conduct web application performance investigations and implement tuning measures to optimize Jira and Confluence responsiveness and throughput
• Perform regular maintenance, including backups, patching, and capacity planning to maintain system integrity
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to Atlassian products and supporting infrastructure swiftly
• Plan and implement integrations of Jira and Confluence with other internal and third-party applications, APIs, and systems to streamline workflows and data synchronization
• Collaborate with IT teams, developers, and DevOps to implement best practices for deployment, integration, and operations
• Enforce security best practices, manage user access, and ensure compliance with internal and external IT policies
• Document system architecture, integration points, operational procedures, and incident resolutions
• Analyze performance metrics and recommend optimizations to improve system scalability and efficiency
• Stay updated on Atlassian product updates, integration tools, IT industry trends, and monitoring tool enhancements
• Experience with integrating Jira and Confluence via APIs, webhooks, and plugins with other enterprise applications and systems

#ASFSRequired Education, Experience, & Skills

• Experienced working in an air-gapped environment
• Experience directly integrating Atlassian products with other systems
• Strong expertise in infrastructure setup, clustering, load balancing, and high availability configurations
• Proficient with Linux/Windows server environments and virtualization platforms
• Experience managing databases supporting Atlassian applications (MSSQL, PostgreSQL, or
• MySQL)
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Prompt issue resolution with JIRA Projects and Confluence in coordination with other admins, partner teams and Atlassian premier support

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Solid understanding of networking, security, and backup strategies in an IT context
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively within cross-functional IT teams
• Working knowledge of both Scrum and Kanban methodologies
• Excellent with problem solving and troubleshooting

Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $72150 - $122655

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.