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Amentum · 3 weeks ago

Configuration Management Specialist

Warrenton, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Amentum is seeking a Configuration Management Specialist to join their team in Warrenton, VA, focusing on supporting mission-critical projects in the Cyber, Security, & Intel space. The role involves managing configuration management processes, ensuring compliance, and enhancing operational efficiency while collaborating with a team dedicated to national security.

Mechanical EngineeringSecurityTechnical Support

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Deliver weekly updates on ongoing configuration management (CM) planning, configuration item status, change status/schedule and configuration audits to the customer and management, keeping leadership informed of CM progress and escalating any identified roadblocks as necessary

Provide latest ITIL/ITSM configuration and change management (CM) processes and to contribute valuable insights and recommendations for the selection and identification of hardware and software configuration approved items that align with and meet the specific standards and requirements set by the customer

Develop, update, and manage comprehensive configuration management (CM) procedures and work instruction documentation, and policy manuals to ensure the consistent application of CM rigor, while also striving to enhance overall operational efficiency and effectiveness across the team

Configure, administer, and continuously maintain configuration management (CM) tools to effectively support the processes of configuration identification, control, reporting, release, and delivery, ensuring that products and systems are accurately tracked and managed throughout their lifecycle

Demonstrate configuration management (CM) activities to guarantee that the operating parameters of new products are thoroughly documented, fully compliant with established standards

Perform and execute configuration management (CM) processes, procedures, and develop documentation to align with customer requirements, while also training team members on the proper use of CM tools

Leverage creative thinking and collaborative ideation to drive business performance, crafting innovative, adaptable, and integrated solutions that effectively address both current customer requirements and evolving business needs, fostering long-term success and responsiveness to change

Develop and implement comprehensive standard operating procedures (SOPs) that define and streamline IT workflows, promoting consistency, efficiency, and the adoption of best practices across all related processes and tasks within the organization

Adhere to and fully integrate all customer policies and procedures into daily operations, consistently aligning with their established guidelines and requirements to maintain a high standard of compliance and service quality

Qualification

Configuration Management Database (CMDB)Configuration Management toolsHardware lifecycle processesITIL/ITSM processesEngineering change proposals (ECPs)Configuration Status Accounting (CSA)Attention to detailVerbal communicationWritten communicationCritical thinkingOrganizational skillsTime-managementProblem-solvingTeamwork

Required

Must have active Top-Secret clearance with SCI or TS with the ability to acquire SCI

10 years of relevant experience

A strong background in utilizing Configuration Management Database (CMDB) technology, with hands-on experience in managing and leveraging CMDB tools to track and organize IT assets, configurations, and related data effectively within the organization

Strong understanding of hardware lifecycle processes (from design through disposal)

Proficiency with Configuration Management tools such as: PTC Windchill, IBM Rational ClearCase/ClearQuest, Git, Subversion (SVN), JIRA, Confluence, or other software with similar capabilities

Familiarity with revision control, bill of materials (BOM), and product data management (PDM) systems

Must understand hardware standards, like: ANSI/EIA-649 (CM Standard), MIL-STD-973 / MIL-HDBK-61A (Defense standards)

Ability to manage hardware baselines, engineering change proposals (ECPs), and Configuration Status Accounting (CSA)

Must be able to work a 40-hour work week, normally Monday through Friday

Ability to work overtime during critical peaks and be available to meet last minute requests for overtime if needed

Familiarity with MS Office applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, SharePoint, Project, and Visio

Exceptional attention to detail; excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong critical thinking, organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment

Bachelor's Degree in IT related field

Must possess one of the following 8140 IAT Level II or III baseline certifications: Level II certs include - CCNA Security, GISCP, GSEC, Security+ CE, SSCP; Level III certs include - CASP CE, CCNP Security, CISA, CISSP (or Associate), GCED, GCIH