Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Location: San Diego, Frisco (TX), Washington DC, or Boston (hybrid/onsite as needed)

Our client — a cutting-edge, venture-backed defense technology company recently ranked in Forbes’ Top 50 AI companies — is seeking a skilled Jira/Confluence Administrator to take full ownership of their Atlassian environment across both self-hosted and cloud deployments.

This is a hands-on role focused on system administration, user support, and process automation on the Enterprise Operations team. It's a great fit for someone who thrives in fast-paced, mission-driven environments and is looking for a long-term home.

Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $50 - $60 / hr. w2

• Administer and support Jira & Confluence across self-hosted and Atlassian Cloud environments (user management, workflows, schemes, plug-ins, integrations, uptime, backups, migrations)
• Automate processes and reporting to support internal teams and leadership
• Manage apps including ScriptRunner, Jira Automation, Insight/Assets , etc.
• Build integrations via REST API, Groovy scripts, and automation rules (e.g., Azure DevOps)
• Respond to service desk tickets and provide hands-on support to internal users
• Deliver internal training, documentation , and Atlassian best practices
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Security, and Operations stakeholders
• Pitch in on adjacent platforms/tools supported by the Enterprise Ops team as needed

Required Background:

• 3+ years as a Jira/Confluence Administrator (self-hosted experience preferred)
• Strong Jira configuration skills (projects, workflows, custom fields, permission schemes, dashboards)
• Linux administration & scripting experience ( Bash and/or Python )
• Familiarity with ITSM or Agile team workflows
• Confident handling technical support tickets and end-user communication
• Excellent documentation, ownership mindset, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Comfortable operating in fast-moving, highly technical environments

Bonus Experience:

• Atlassian migrations or hybrid environment support
• Azure AD / Okta SSO integrations
• Government, defense, or highly regulated environments

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate.

Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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