Senior Configuration Analyst

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Marietta, GA

3d•$74,325 - $82,500•Remote

About The Position

Syms Strategic Group (SSG) is seeking a Senior Configuration Analyst to support Veterans Affairs applications and spearhead their migration to the cloud. This role develops and maintains software configuration management tools and standards, performs configuration management and release engineering, designs automation and productivity tools, and establishes build and deployment procedures. The analyst provides technical guidance, works autonomously, collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, and leads and trains junior analysts and engineers in configuration management best practices. This is a 100% U.S.-based remote, full-time W-2 position supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. Candidates residing in California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Washington will not be considered. U.S. citizenship is required, and the candidate must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI). Selected applicants are subject to a government security investigation and other background checks. The salary range is $74,325–$82,500.

Requirements

A proven track record of 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 automation scripting using Bash, PowerShell, and Python.
Experience managing COTS software, vendor patches, and version control.
Experience with infrastructure as code and environment management, including 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.
Ability to collaborate effectively, mentor others, 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, with 10 or more years of relevant experience; eight or more years of relevant experience may be substituted for education.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI).

Nice To Haves

ITIL Foundation, CMII, or equivalent configuration management certification.
Experience with Electronic Data Interchange X.12 medical claims, including X.12 medical claims transactions (837, 835, 277CA, etc.), HL7, or FHIR.

Responsibilities

Support VA applications and spearhead the migration to the cloud.
Develop and maintain software configuration management tools for configuration identification, control, reporting, and delivery of internally developed and commercially purchased software.
Perform configuration management and release engineering tasks, documenting new software product opening parameters and ensuring compliance with standard hardware configurations and logistical sustainability.
Design, develop, automate, and maintain productivity tools using programming, database, or scripting languages.
Design and implement build procedures supporting software product development and use.
Develop software configuration standards for company-wide use.
Train software developers in configuration management tools and 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.