Senior Configuration Analyst

Syms Strategic Group, LLC (SSG)•Annapolis, MD

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 remote role focuses on software configuration management (CM), release engineering, build and deployment processes, automation, and support for internally developed and commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) software. The analyst will work across projects and environments, ensure repeatable and compliant processes, provide technical guidance, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders. The role also includes leading and training junior analysts and engineers in CM best practices. This is a full-time, 100% U.S.-based remote W-2 position. 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 successful candidate must possess or qualify for a Public Trust (MBI). The 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 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 using Ansible and Terraform.
Knowledge of software quality standards and governance frameworks, and experience training developers on CM 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 translate technical concepts for 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 keeping current with industry trends and emerging DevOps technologies.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline and 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).
Applicants must provide answers to mandatory screening questions that are supported by their resume.
Candidates must provide a link to their LinkedIn profile as part of the screening process.

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 (837, 835, 277CA, etc.), HL7, and 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 COTS software products.
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 to improve software modeling and development.
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 CM 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 CM best practices.