Senior Configuration Analyst

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Tampa, FL

3d•$74,325 - $82,500•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Senior Configuration Analyst to support Veterans Affairs (VA) applications and spearhead migration to the cloud. This remote role focuses on software configuration management (CM), release engineering, build and deployment processes, and the development of tools and standards across projects. The analyst will collaborate with stakeholders, provide technical guidance, and lead and train junior analysts and engineers. The position requires a proven ability to lead complex software builds and releases in multiple environments, experience in regulated or federal settings, and deep knowledge of configuration management and release engineering. Candidates must be U.S. citizens and must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI). The position is 100% U.S.-based remote; candidates from California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, and Washington will not be considered. This is a W-2 position. The stated salary range is $74,325–$82,500.

Requirements

A proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex software builds and releases across multiple environments.
Experience working within large, regulated enterprises or federal environments.
Deep expertise in software configuration management and release engineering.
Broad knowledge of development, quality assurance, systems engineering, and DevOps.
Experience with configuration management practices, including identification, baselining, change control, and status accounting.
Experience with source control systems such as Git, GitLab, GitHub, Azure DevOps Repos, or Subversion, and with branching and merging strategies.
Experience with CI/CD tools such as Jenkins, Azure DevOps Pipelines, or GitHub Actions, and artifact repositories such as Nexus or Artifactory.
Experience with scripting for automation using Bash, PowerShell, and Python.
Experience managing commercial off-the-shelf software, vendor patches, and version control.
Experience with infrastructure as code and environment management using Ansible and Terraform.
Knowledge of software quality standards and governance frameworks, and ability to train developers on configuration management tools and quality practices.
Proficiency with work management tools such as JIRA, Azure Boards, or Trello, and documentation tools such as Confluence, Visio, or Lucidchart.
Understanding of database concepts, dependency management, and build reproducibility.
Strong analytical skills for investigating build failures, dependency conflicts, and deployment issues.
Excellent communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Effective collaboration and mentoring skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in fast-paced environments and meet deadlines.
Commitment to continuous improvement and staying current with industry trends and emerging DevOps technologies.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline and 10+ years of relevant experience; eight or more years of relevant experience may substitute for education.
U.S. citizenship is required for this opportunity.
Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI).
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information and be able to obtain a government-granted security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Desired experience with Electronic Data Interchange X.12 medical claims, including X.12 medical claims formats (837, 835, 277CA, etc.), Health Level Seven (HL7), and Fast Healthcare Interoperability Resources (FHIR).
ITIL Foundation, CMII, or equivalent configuration management certifications are a plus; none are required.

Responsibilities

Support VA applications and lead the migration to the cloud.
Develop and maintain software configuration management tools for configuration identification, control, reporting, and delivery of internally developed and commercial off-the-shelf software.
Perform configuration management and release engineering tasks, documenting new software product opening parameters and ensuring they comply with standard hardware configurations and are logistically sustainable.
Design, develop, automate, and maintain productivity tools using programming, database, or scripting languages.
Design and implement build procedures that support software product development and use.
Develop software configuration standards for company-wide use.
Train software developers to use configuration management tools and implement software quality standards.
Provide technical guidance and solutions to complex problems.
Operate autonomously and make sound decisions.
Ensure compliant, repeatable build and deployment processes across projects.
Collaborate frequently with internal and external stakeholders.
Lead and train junior analysts and engineers in configuration management best practices.