Configuration Manager

CACI • VA

100d • $61,600 - $129,300

About The Position

Join our dynamic team as a Configuration Management (CM) Specialist and play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity and consistency of our organization's IT infrastructure. As a key member of our team, you will implement and manage robust configuration management processes, tools, and documentation. Your expertise will ensure system stability, compliance, and seamless integration of software and hardware across complex systems. If you are a motivated professional with a passion for configuration management and a drive to excel, we want you on our team.

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in a technical discipline from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience as a CM in programs and contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity; or ten (10) years of CM experience.
• Proven experience in developing and maintaining comprehensive configuration management plans, procedures, and standards.
• Strong knowledge of CM best practices and industry standards.
• Advanced proficiency in using a variety of configuration management tools and databases.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive configuration management strategies.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing environments and requirements.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision and coach lower-level professionals.
• Must be a US citizen with an active Top Secret/SCI DoD Security clearance with polygraph.

Nice To Haves

• Configuration Management certification (e.g., SCCM).
• ITIL Foundation certification for service management alignment.
• Experience with system engineering life cycle, including requirements, design, development, integration, testing, and deployment.

Responsibilities

• Configuration Management (CM), change control, configuration identification, status accounting, and configuration audits of developmental and operational systems.
• Create and maintain configuration baselines, as well as execute and maintain program configuration and management plans.
• Collaborate in analyzing, negotiating, and implementing CM policy, standards, and requirements on all contract and delivery orders.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive configuration management plans, procedures, and standards to support product/solution configuration, data management, and release activities.
• Manage the Configuration Management Database (CMDB) and ensure its accuracy and integrity.
• Oversee change management processes, coordinating with relevant teams to ensure only approved and validated changes are incorporated.
• Serve as an advisor to (or non-voting member of) Government Change Control Board.
• Lead and facilitate Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings and participate in Engineering Review Boards (ERBs) to address CM-related issues and concerns.
• Conduct regular audits of system configurations and resolve discrepancies to maintain data accuracy and conformance to CM best practices.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and security teams to ensure proper configuration across all environments.
• Develop and maintain functional, physical, and product baselines, and manage lifecycle support, warranty, lease, and license information.
• Prepare and deliver CM status reports, inventories, change request documentation, and briefing materials in compliance with task order deliverables.
• Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training materials to facilitate CM processes.
• Provide guidance and status to software developers, engineering staff, quality assurance, and configuration/release teams related to process and tool design alternatives, solution lifecycle processes, and compliance with established procedures for configuration/data management.
• Support the use of configuration management tools (e.g., DOORS, Eclipse) to store, track, and manage configuration items.
• Implement and enforce hardware and software version control processes, policies, and procedures on hardware and software development projects.
• Assist in developing and maintaining the environment for hardware and software product build, staging, testing, and integration.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate configuration management risks, ensuring compliance with risk management plans and stakeholder requirements.

Benefits

• Healthcare
• Wellness programs
• Financial benefits
• Retirement plans
• Family support
• Continuing education
• Time off benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees