GitHub System Administrator

Job Summary/Company: Our client is seeking a skilled GitHub System Administrator to support enterprise software delivery and DevOps transformation initiatives. In this role, you will administer, configure, and optimize GitHub as a mission-critical platform, enabling teams to collaborate efficiently, maintain code quality, and deliver secure, scalable solutions. This position plays a key role in supporting federal or enterprise environments by ensuring GitHub is properly governed, integrated, and aligned with organizational standards for security, compliance, and performance. Due to a federal government requirement, only US citizens can be considered for this role. It is a fully remote position, working east coast hours.

Responsibilities

• Administer GitHub organizations, repositories, and teams.
• Configure repository settings, branch protection rules, and access controls.
• Manage user roles, permissions, and team structures following least-privilege principles.
• Configure and manage integrations with third-party tools (e.g., CI/CD platforms, security scanners, etc.)
• Design, implement, and maintain GitHub Actions workflows for CI/CD pipelines.
  
  

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Qualifications/Background Profile

• 3+ years of experience administering GitHub (Enterprise Cloud or Server).
• 1+ years of experience with Git version control concepts (branching, merging, pull requests).
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with GitHub Actions and CI/CD workflows.
• 5+ years of experience managing user access, permissions, and repository governance.
• 1+ years of experience with exposure to REST APIs and integration troubleshooting.
  
  

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This job is Fully Remote.

Pay Range: Hourly $48.00 to $60.00

We offer several comprehensive benefits package including health and life insurance, paid and unpaid time off, and retirement and savings plans to qualifying employees.

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Sparks Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, citizenship, family status, genetic information, disability, or protect veteran status.