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The Configuration Manager maintains the CMDB (Configuration Management Database), enforces process compliance, and partners with technical teams to ensure reliable service delivery. This role is ...

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Bachelor's degree in a technical field (engineering or IT preferred) or equivalent. * Strong knowledge of aerospace configuration management principles and practices. * Proficient in Microsoft Office ...

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Ashville, OH ยท On-site

$129K - $171K/yr

Setting agendas for configuration management meetings (Technical Review Board, Change Control Board etc.) ahead of time. * Generating, populating, and submitting change requests including manage ...

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Annapolis Junction, MD ยท On-site

$130K - $140K/yr

Lentech is hiring a Configuration Manager Responsibilities: * Provide Configuration Management ... Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline from an accredited college or university is ...

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As of Jun 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for technical configuration manager in the United States is $152,287.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $116,500.00 and $181,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as a Technical Configuration Manager, you need expertise in configuration management principles, IT systems administration, and a background in computer science or related fields. Familiarity with configuration management tools (such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef), ITIL certifications, and experience with version control systems like Git are often required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are critical soft skills for coordinating changes and collaborating across teams. These skills and qualifications are vital to ensure system integrity, minimize downtime, and maintain consistent and reliable IT environments.

What does a Technical Configuration Manager do?

A Technical Configuration Manager is responsible for overseeing and maintaining the configuration of complex technical systems and software environments. They ensure that all system components are correctly set up, documented, and updated as changes occur. This role often involves coordinating with development, operations, and support teams to manage configuration items, control changes, and minimize risks related to system modifications. Technical Configuration Managers play a key role in ensuring system stability, traceability, and compliance with organizational policies.

How does a Technical Configuration Manager typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project rollout?

Technical Configuration Managers play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between technical teams, project managers, and business stakeholders during project rollouts. They coordinate with software developers, quality assurance, and IT operations to ensure that system configurations align with project requirements and compliance standards. Regular meetings, documentation, and status updates are essential for keeping all parties informed and addressing potential bottlenecks early. This collaboration helps ensure smooth deployments and minimizes miscommunications that could impact project timelines or system stability.
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Configuration Manager

Software People, Inc.

Mechanicsville, VA โ€ข On-site

Contractor

Posted 5 days ago


Job description

Configuration Manager

Location: Mechanicsville, VA

Duration: 12+ months

In person interview needed.ย  Onsite from day 1

Seeking a highly skilled Configuration Manager with ITIL certification to join our IT Service Management team. This role is responsible for establishing, governing, and continuously improving the Configuration Management process. The Configuration Manager is responsible for establishing, governing, and continuously improving the Configuration Management process within the ITSM framework. This role ensures accuracy, integrity, and traceability of Configuration Items (CIs), enabling effective incident, change, problem, and asset management. The Configuration Manager maintains the CMDB (Configuration Management Database), enforces process compliance, and partners with technical teams to ensure reliable service delivery. This role is critical in ensuring that our configuration management processes are thorough, efficient, and aligned with ITIL best practices. This role will be responsible for collaborating across functional areas to maintain the integrity of our Configuration Management Database (CMDB), supporting change management, and driving continuous improvement across IT services. An ideal candidate will have extensive experience integrating and managing Azure resources within a third party CMDB.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, implement, and maintain configuration management policies and processes in line with ITIL standards and Commonwealth of Virginia (COV) policy.
  • Own and manage the CMDB, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and compliance.
  • Collaborate with Change, Incident, and FinOps teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Define and enforce policies for configuration item (CI) identification, control, and reporting.
  • Work closely with Infrastructure, Network, Security, and Application teams to gather and maintain CI information.
  • Monitor and audit configuration data to ensure quality and reliability
  • Establish and track KPIs/metrics for Configuration Management maturity and CMDB health.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to IT teams on configuration management best practices.
  • Support IT governance, risk, and compliance initiatives.

Qualifications

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  ITIL Foundation certification (Intermediate or Expert level preferred).

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Proven experience in Configuration Management within an ITIL environment.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Proven experience in Configuration Management within an Azure environment.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Strong knowledge of Ivanti Neurons for ITSM

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Strong understanding of ITIL v3/v4 processesโ€”especially Configuration, Change, Incident, and Problem Management.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Hands-on experience with a CMDB tool- Ivanti Neurons for ITSM including CI class modeling and discovery tools.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Ability to work collaboratively across technical and business teams.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Experience with automation tools for configuration management.

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Familiarity with cloud environments (Azure, AWS, GCP).

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Knowledge of automation, discovery tooling, and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python).

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Familiarity with audit and compliance frameworks

ยทย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Knowledge of COV policies and standards.

Skills Needed

Experience designing and implementing Configuration Management policies, systems, and monitoring programs for enterprise environments.ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Requiredย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  8ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Years

Familiarity with implementing a CMDB with a specific emphasis on integrating Azure resources to support Change and FinOps activities.ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Requiredย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  8ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Years

Strong knowledge of Ivanti Neurons for ITSM CMDB capabilitiesย ย  Requiredย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  2ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Years

ITIL Foundation Certificationย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Requiredย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  ย 

ITIL intermediate/expert level certificationย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Highly desiredย ย ย  ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  ย 

Knowledge of COV policies and standardsย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  Desired ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย ย  ย