Change Management Specialist

CACI International; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

CACI International Inc. is seeking a Change Management Specialist to drive change across a fast-paced Agile program. You will partner with the DevSecOps team to implement CM policies, manage baselines, and coordinate release activities in a secure, compliant environment.

The role requires a Secret clearance and hands-on experience with configuration management for CI/CD pipelines, GitLab, and SaaS tools. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to minimize risk and ensure smooth

Qualifications

• 6+ years of total IT experience.
• 2+ years in configuration management for pipelines.
• Secret clearance.
• Experience with software pipelines and SaaS apps.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain CM policies and CMPs in line with standards.
• Define CI identification schemes and naming conventions for CIs.
• Audit and verify CI baselines throughout SDLC.
• Coordinate with release team on planning, deployment, and oversight reviews.
• Integrate CM with SAFe/Agile in scaled environments.
• Support CI/CD release changes and pipelines.
• Collaborate across teams to assess change impact and mitigation.
• Monitor and report change status, risks, and issues.

Skills

GitLab

Change management

SAFe/Agile

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

GitLab CI/CD

Job description

Job Title: Change Management SpecialistJob Category: Engineering and Technical SupportTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: SecretEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel: Continental US* * *The Opportunity:Join a fast-paced Agile development program as a key Change Management resource . The role is critical for driving strategic initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency, and ensuring the security and resilience of our systems. The candidate must possess a deep understanding of the specialized software to support system implementation and operations, developers, and security hardening. This role will be the liaison for change management and the DevSecOps team.Responsibilities:Configuration and Change Management:Part of a team to establish and maintain CM policies, procedures, and Configuration Management Plans (CMPs) in compliance with government and industry standards using tools within the AWS environmentDefine configuration identification schemes and naming conventions for Configuration Items (CIs)Assist in CI audits, reviews, and verification activitiesManage functional, allocated, and product baselines throughout the system development lifecycleCoordinate with release team on release planning, deployment activities, and government customer oversight reviewsEnsure CM integration with SAFe/Agile methodologies in scaled environmentsAssist in all aspects of release changes, specifically focused on the CI/CD pipeline aspect.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess the impact of changes and develop mitigation plans with direct representation of the DevSecOps team.Ensure compliance with change management policies and procedures.Monitor and report on the status of changes, identifying risks and issues early.Facilitate change approval processes and ensure all changes are documented and communicated effectively.Provide guidance and support to team members on change management best practices.Qualifications:Required:6+ years of total IT experience, with at least 2+ years in configuration management for pipeline deployments using tools like GitLab.A University Degree (BA/BS) or equivalent experience.Secret Clearance.Strong knowledge of change management methodologies and tools.Experience with software pipelines and SaaS applications.Excellent team collaboration and communication skills.Ability to work in a fast-paced, Agile environment.Desired:Proven experience in managing complex changes within large software programs.Certifications in change management (e.g., Prosci ADKAR, ITIL) are a plus.Deep understanding of system implementation, operations, and security hardening.Ability to conduct rigorous root-cause analysis and implement preventative design standards.-What You Can Expect: A culture of integrity.At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.An environment of trust.CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.A focus on continuous growth.Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.Pay Range :There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.Since this position can be worked in more than one location, the range shown is the national average for the position.The proposed salary range for this position is:$61,600-$129,300CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.