Configuration Analyst

Scientific Research Corporation; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Scientific Research Corporation is seeking a Configuration Management Specialist to establish, implement, and continually improve CM processes across software, hardware, and documentation throughout the system life cycle. You will coordinate CM activities with program management, engineering, cybersecurity, and external stakeholders to ensure compliant baselines and accurate status accounting.

The role requires leading LCRBs/CCB activities, conducting audits, and guiding build releases and

Qualifications

• Strong CM principles and lifecycle understanding.
• Experience managing software, hardware, and documentation configuration items.
• Experience with change management, audits, baseline management, and CSA.
• Knowledge of software release management and version control concepts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across technical audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency with MS Office 365 apps (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams).
• Experience with CM tools such as CMPro or equivalents.

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, and improve CM processes across software, hardware, data, and docs.
• Serve as central integration point for deliverables from multiple teams.
• Administer CM repositories to ensure configuration identification and baselines.
• Manage configuration baselines, change control, and CSA per requirements.
• Develop and maintain CMPs, procedures, and CM documentation.
• Lead Local Configuration Review Boards and support CCB activities.
• Conduct audits, assessments, and compliance reviews for approved baselines.
• Coordinate software releases, build management, and documentation packages.
• Provide CM metrics and briefings, highlighting risks and improvement opportunities.
• Maintain DADMS records and align with DITPR-DON system records.

Skills

CM principles

Change management

Traceability

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

MS Office

Independent worker

Schedule management

Tools

CMPro

Azure DevOps

Git

Jira

SharePoint

Job description

Description

The candidate will be responsible for establishing, implementing, and continuously improving Configuration Management (CM) processes supporting software, hardware, systems, technical documentation, and digital artifacts throughout the system life cycle. The role will serve as a key integration function for TDOL, ensuring software, documentation, and related deliverables received from multiple development organizations are properly controlled, validated, tracked, and baselined.

The candidate will work closely with program management, engineering teams, developers, cybersecurity personnel, test organizations, and external stakeholders to ensure configuration management processes are consistently executed and compliant with program requirements. The ideal candidate will possess experience supporting Data, Hardware, and Software Configuration Management activities across Engineering, Production & Deployment, and Operations & Sustainment phases of the Defense Acquisition Life Cycle.

Major responsibilities include:

• Establish, maintain, and continuously improve Configuration Management processes, procedures, and governance across software, hardware, technical data, and documentation throughout the system lifecycle
• Serve as the central integration point for software, documentation, and technical deliverables received from multiple development teams, contractors, and stakeholders
• Administer CMPro and related Configuration Management repositories to ensure accurate configuration identification, traceability, status accounting, and baseline control
• Manage configuration baselines, change control activities, and Configuration Status Accounting (CSA) in accordance with program requirements
• Develop and maintain Configuration Management Plans (CMPs), procedures, work instructions, and other CM documentation
• Lead Local Configuration Review Boards (LCRBs) and support Configuration Control Board (CCB) activities by providing analysis, recommendations, and status reporting
• Conduct configuration audits, assessments, and compliance reviews to verify adherence to approved baselines and contractual requirements
• Coordinate software releases, build management activities, documentation packages, and distribution efforts to ensure delivery readiness
• Provide configuration metrics, reports, and briefings to program leadership, while identifying risks, impacts, and opportunities for process improvement
• Maintain DADMS software records and ensure approved applications are properly aligned with applicable DITPR-DON system records

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Requirements

• Strong understanding of Configuration Management principles, methodologies, standards, and industry best practices
• Experience managing software, hardware, documentation, and technical data configuration items in a controlled environment
• Experience supporting change management, configuration audits, baseline management, and configuration status accounting activities
• Knowledge of software release management, version control concepts, and configuration traceability practices
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple competing priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Experience coordinating activities across development teams, engineers, vendors, customers, and program stakeholders
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams
• Experience using Configuration Management tools such as CMPro or similar enterprise CM platforms

Desired Skills

• Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD), Department of the Navy (DON), or other federal acquisition programs
• Working knowledge of the Defense Acquisition Framework and systems engineering lifecycle processes
• Understanding of CMMI principles and process improvement methodologies
• Experience supporting software integration programs involving multiple development organizations and external vendors
• Familiarity with Agile, DevSecOps, and modern software delivery practices
• Experience with DADMS, DITPR-DON, software asset management, and enterprise application governance processes
• Knowledge of software licensing, cybersecurity compliance requirements, and technical data management practices
• Experience facilitating Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), engineering reviews, and technical review boards
• Experience with defense contracting environments and contractor deliverable management
• Proven ability to streamline processes, improve quality, and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with tools such as CMPro, Azure DevOps, Git, Jira, SharePoint, or equivalent configuration and lifecycle management platforms
• Industry-recognized Configuration Management certification such as CISCM, CCMP, CICM, CMII, CMPIC, or equivalent credential

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel may be required to support customer meetings, program reviews, configuration audits, integration activities, training events, or other project-related requirements
• Travel is expected to beless than 10% and will be based on program needs

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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