Jira System Administrator

leidos· 00100 LEIDOS, INC.
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📍 Hampton, VAFull time💰 USD 73K–133K

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Job Description

Accelerate Your Career with Leidos—Where Innovation, Impact, and Opportunity Align

 

At Leidos, we don't just offer jobs—we craft careers. Through rigorous training, dynamic teamwork, and hands-on experience with advanced technical challenges, we empower you to propel your growth and shape your professional journey.

 

We’re currently seeking a Jira System Administrator to join our team at Joint Base Langley-Eustis in Hampton, VA. This pivotal role supports the Air Combat Command’s Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Major Command—a unique opportunity to contribute meaningfully to national security missions.

 

What You’ll Do

As a Jira System Administrator, you’ll be at the heart of our technical operations—enhancing and maintaining the unit’s Target Production Management System. You’ll collaborate across internal teams and external partners, driving technical excellence and mission success. Your responsibilities will include:

  • Architecting custom Jira/Confluence projects, workflows, permission schemes, field configurations, automations, and dashboards
  • Managing secure access controls and performing security audits to safeguard system integrity
  • Performing database reviews to ensure consistent field usage and accurate reporting; resolving data issues across teams
  • Creating JQL filters and custom Confluence pages that enhance productivity and visibility
  • Providing Tier II/III troubleshooting, guidance, and support to users and fellow Jira Admins
  • Improving, automating, and optimizing Jira/Confluence processes to drive efficiency
  • Leading training sessions to empower end-users with the skills to thrive using Atlassian tools

  

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience (additional experience may substitute for degree)
  • Hands-on experience administering Jira/Confluence
  • Deep understanding of Jira’s architecture (workflows, permissions, notifications, screens, etc.)
  • Advanced skill in writing complex custom JQL filters
  • Sharp analytical mindset and a passion for process improvement
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to convey technical concepts clearly
  • A current TS/SCI security clearance

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in scripting, programming, or automation
  • Familiarity with Air Force ISR operations
  • Experience with Target Production Management Systems such as On Target, Krampus, Terminator, JEMS
  • DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification compliance

 

Take your skills to the next level and make a direct impact on national defense—join Leidos and shape the future of ISR operations.

 


If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.

Original Posting:

September 21, 2026

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range:

Pay Range $73,450.00 - $132,775.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Jira System Administrator role at leidos?
The listed salary for this Jira System Administrator position at leidos is USD 73K–133K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Jira System Administrator position at leidos located?
This Jira System Administrator role at leidos is based in Hampton, VA. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Jira System Administrator role at leidos full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Jira System Administrator role in the 00100 LEIDOS, INC. department at leidos.
Which team or department does the Jira System Administrator at leidos belong to?
This Jira System Administrator position is part of the 00100 LEIDOS, INC. department at leidos. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Jira System Administrator position at leidos?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to leidos's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Jira System Administrator job at leidos posted?
This Jira System Administrator position at leidos was posted on Sep 21, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Jira System Administrator
leidos · 💰 USD 73K–133K
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