Sr. Configuration Analyst

SAIC•Remote Work, TX

1d•$40,001 - $80,000•Remote

About The Position

SAIC has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Configuration Analyst to join a high-performance team supporting VA applications and spearheading our customers (VA) migration to the cloud. Tremendous growth opportunity working within cloud ecosystem and using cutting-edge technologies. Looking for an analyst who can work at scale and with autonomy, who can be a trusted advisor to our client. This is a 100% Remote role. Develops and maintains software configuration management tools to support configuration identification, control, reporting, and delivery of both internally developed software and externally purchased commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) software products. Performs configuration management and release engineering tasks to ensure new software product operating parameters are documented, comply with standard hardware configurations, and are logistically sustainable. Designs, develops, automates, and maintains productivity tools using programming, database or scripting languages to improve software modeling and development. Designs and implements build procedures that are used to support software product development and use. May develop software configuration standards for company-wide use. May train software developers in the use of configuration management tools and the implementation of software quality standards. It should be understood that this is not intended to be a detailed nor comprehensive description of any individual employee's job content. Managers set the specific duties and responsibilities for each employee.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) or more years of relevant experience; an additional eight (8) years of relevant experience may be substituted for education.
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related scientific/technical discipline is required.
Deep expertise in software configuration management and release engineering; broad knowledge of development, QA, systems engineering, and DevOps.
Provides technical guidance and solutions to complex problems; operates autonomously and makes sound decisions.
Ensures compliant, repeatable build and deployment processes across projects; collaborates frequently with internal and external stakeholders.
Skilled in: Configuration management practices (identification, baselining, change control, status accounting)
Skilled in: Source control systems (Git, GitLab, GitHub, Azure DevOps Repos, Subversion) and branching/merging strategies
Skilled in: CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps Pipelines, GitHub Actions) and artifact repositories (Nexus, Artifactory)
Skilled in: Scripting for automation (Bash, PowerShell, Python)
Skilled in: Managing COTS software, vendor patches, and version control
Skilled in: Infrastructure as code and environment management (Ansible, Terraform)
Knowledgeable in software quality standards, governance frameworks, and training developers on CM tools and quality practices.
Proficient with work management tools (JIRA, Azure Boards, Trello) and documentation tools (Confluence, Visio, Lucidchart).
Understands database concepts, dependency management, and build reproducibility.
Strong analytical skills for investigating build failures, dependency conflicts, and deployment issues.
Excellent communication skills; able to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
Effective collaborator and mentor; leads and trains junior analysts/engineers in CM best practices.
Manages multiple priorities and projects in fast-paced environments; meets deadlines.
Committed to continuous improvement and staying current with industry trends and emerging DevOps technologies.
US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Nice To Haves

Preferred certifications: ITIL Foundation, CMII or equivalent configuration management certifications are a plus.
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 is beneficial.

Responsibilities

Develops and maintains software configuration management tools to support configuration identification, control, reporting, and delivery of both internally developed software and externally purchased commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) software products.
Performs configuration management and release engineering tasks to ensure new software product operating parameters are documented, comply with standard hardware configurations, and are logistically sustainable.
Designs, develops, automates, and maintains productivity tools using programming, database or scripting languages to improve software modeling and development.
Designs and implements build procedures that are used to support software product development and use.
May develop software configuration standards for company-wide use.
May train software developers in the use of configuration management tools and the implementation of software quality standards.