Job description
At Agile Defense we know that action defines the outcome and new challenges require new solutions. That’s why we always look to the future and embrace change with an unmovable spirit and the courage to build for what comes next.
Our vision is to bring adaptive innovation to support our nation’s most important missions through the seamless integration of advanced technologies, elite minds, and unparalleled agility—leveraging a foundation of speed, flexibility, and ingenuity to strengthen and protect our nation’s vital interests.
Overview: (Key personnel proposal opportunity)
Agile Defense is looking for a Senior Subject Matter Expert (SME) to contribute specialized knowledge in support of the Criminal Justice Information Services Division’s (CJIS) enterprise service initiatives. This role requires a deep understanding of both technical and organizational complexities, with the ability to guide Agile teams in delivering high-impact solutions. The SME will provide leadership in their area of expertise—whether data, application architecture, security, or enterprise systems—and ensure alignment with CJIS’s mission, enterprise standards, and strategic goals. This role demands adaptability, collaboration, and a strong commitment to quality and innovation within a SAFe Agile environment.
Clearance: Secret
Location: Remote – However, must be available to come on-site to the CJIS facility in Clarksburg, WV to pick up equipment and attend in-person meetings as needed. Travel costs will not be reimbursed to support remote telework.
Required Qualifications:
- Education: A bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, Information Systems or a related technical field, preferred.
- Extensive Experience with Atlassian Tools: Minimum of seven (7) years of hands-on experience with the Atlassian tool suite (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Bamboo) at the enterprise level, including configuration, administration, and troubleshooting.
- Enterprise-Level Atlassian Configuration and Customization: Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in managing, configuring, and customizing Atlassian products for large organizations, ensuring scalability, performance optimization, and adherence to enterprise best practices.
- Integration and Automation Expertise: Demonstrated experience in integrating Atlassian tools with other enterprise systems (e.g., CI/CD pipelines, version control systems) and automating processes using tools such as Jira Automation, scripts, and REST APIs.
- Leadership and Support: Demonstrated two (2) years of experience in leading a team of administrators and providing tiered support for Atlassian tools, managing user permissions, security configurations, and ensuring the tools are aligned with organizational requirements and workflows.
Employees of Agile Defense are our number one priority, and the importance we place on our culture here is fundamental. Our culture is alive and evolving, but it always stays true to its roots. Here, you are valued as a family member, and we believe that we can accomplish great things together. Agile Defense has been highly successful in the past few years due to our employees and the culture we create together.
What makes us Agile? We call it the 6Hs, the values that define our culture and guide everything we do. Together, these values infuse vibrancy, integrity, and a tireless work ethic into advancing the most important national security and critical civilian missions. It’s how we show up every day. It’s who we are.
We also believe in supporting our employees by offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. To explore the benefits we offer, please visit our website under the Careers section.
Happy - Be Infectious.
Happiness multiplies and creates a positive and connected environment where motivation and satisfaction have an outsized effect on everything we do.
Helpful - Be Supportive.
Being helpful is the foundation of teamwork, resulting in a supportive atmosphere where collaboration flourishes, and collective success is celebrated.
Honest - Be Trustworthy.
Honesty serves as our compass, ensuring transparent communication and ethical conduct, essential to who we are and the complex domains we support.
Humble - Be Grounded.
Success is not achieved alone, humility ensures a culture of mutual respect, encouraging open communication, and a willingness to learn from one another and take on any task.
Hungry - Be Eager.
Our hunger for excellence drives an insatiable appetite for innovation and continuous improvement, propelling us forward in the face of new and unprecedented challenges.
Hustle - Be Driven.
Hustle is reflected in our relentless work ethic, where we are each committed to going above and beyond to advance the mission and achieve success.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
