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SAIC · 1 day ago

Software Configuration Manager Level 6

Arlington, VA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

18+ years exp

SAIC is seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Configuration Manager (SCM) to support a mission-critical Department of the Air Force C3BM program, ensuring operational readiness and consistency of advanced software systems across ground nodes, aerial nodes, and cloud environments. This role focuses on managing software configurations, version control, and integration processes while ensuring compliance with DoD and program requirements.

Information TechnologySecurityService IndustrySoftware

Work & Life Balance

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop and implement configuration management (CM) processes and tools for mission-critical software systems, ensuring consistency, reliability, and compliance with DoD standards

Manage version control systems, ensuring changes are properly logged, tracked, and documented

Support ongoing integration and release management for ground and air nodes, ensuring proper versioning and deployments

Configure and manage Kubernetes-based deployments, including zarf package integrations in secure, air-gapped environments

Oversee troubleshooting of deployment-related network and software compatibility issues

Maintain detailed software configuration logs, perform audits of baselines, and prepare metrics/reports for leadership

Provide quarterly configuration management reports and KPIs to ensure operational clarity

Track and analyze system trends and generate compliance updates for Government Program Offices

Perform configuration inspections and audits to ensure adherence to DoD information security and software management standards

Support end users and administrators with resolution of configuration issues, including troubleshooting and deployment of updates through approved ticketing systems

Qualification

Software Configuration ManagementKubernetesVersion ControlCI/CD PipelinesCloud ArchitecturesConfiguration Management ToolsITIL CertificationCompTIA Security+Leadership AbilitiesDocumentation Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or a related field

A minimum of 18 years of experience in software configuration management or related fields, including version control, deployment troubleshooting, and CM tool management

Proven leadership experience managing software baselines across distributed teams and secure environments

Expertise with enterprise-level CM processes for Kubernetes environments and cloud-based architectures

Active SECRET clearance, with eligibility for Top Secret/SCI

Certified Configuration Management Professional (CCMP)

ITIL Certification (e.g., ITIL Foundation or Practitioner)

PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM)

CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification

Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

Jira Certification (e.g., Atlassian Certified Jira Project Administration)

Familiarity with Kubernetes platforms and deploying zarf packages in air-gapped environments

Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps practices, and SBOM (Software Bill of Materials)

Proven ability to effectively present metrics, updates, and configuration strategies to senior leadership