JIRA Developer

Description

Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a JIRA Developer in our National Security Sector's (NSS) Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA) . Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos , we offer competitive benefits , including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!

Job Summary :

The Leidos National Security Sector is seeking an experienced JIRA Developer for our client's operational requirements on a mission focused program within a challenging, dynamic setting located in McLean, VA.

Responsibilities Include :

Responsible for the overall support and maintenance of the JIRA platform and related solutions.

Provide day-to-day operational support activities as well as strategic planning initiatives involving JIRA.

Assist in JIRA-related projects and assess / implement new capabilities as needed throughout the organization.

Administer JIRA and Confluence

Integrate various services internal and external to the enterprise.

Integrate the required support for compatibility with existing tools and services

Design and maintain custom projects, workflows, schemes, screens, field configurations, automations, user permissions, and project roles in Jira / Confluence

Audit, improve, and automate processes and workflows as needed; determine ways to optimize Jira / Confluence

Assist in training for staff on Jira / Confluence regarding how to use the tools, navigate projects and spaces

Troubleshoot, identify, and resolve Jira issues reported by program users

Coordinate with Customer Jira / Confluence Admin to provide suggestions, and solutions to system configuration as needed

Provide ad-hoc Program support with application, system, issue, and project level configuration as needed

Maintain access lists and to ensure proper restrictions are in place

Basic Qualifications :

TS / SCI with polygraph.

Typically requires BS degree and 2 - 4 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with less than 2 years of prior relevant experience or AS degree.in Computer Science or equivalent training program and 4 years ofdirectly relevant experience. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

3+ years of experience in SharePoint 2016 / 2019 development on-Premises

3+ years of experience in Atlassian / Jira development and administration, to include installation and configuration of custom applications.

Proficient in the implementation of Atlassian Plugins

Experience with Service Now platform

Experience developing software team solutions using Atlassian tools and Atlassian Confluence

Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

Proficient in creating and managing custom JQL filters, dashboards, and Confluence pages

At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you - apply today.

Original Posting : May 1, 2025

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 $67,600.00 - $122,200.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand 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.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com / careers / pay-benefits .

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Commitment to Non-Descrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

REQNUMBER : R-00158521

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer / disability / vet.