Configuration Manager

nLeague; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A cloud services provider seeks a Senior Software Configuration/Release Engineer in Atlanta, GA. This role involves designing and automating cloud configurations and release processes across AWS. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 8 years of experience in configuration management, with proficiency in Terraform and AWS services. The position supports hybrid work, requiring office presence two days a week.

Qualifications

• 8 years of configuration management experience.
• Experience with cloud backup solutions and automated patching.
• Experience working with government environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain configuration management processes for AWS environments.
• Build and enhance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform.
• Support automation pipelines using AWS Code Suite.

Skills

Proficiency with Terraform and IaC methodologies

Hands-on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, ACM)

Scripting experience (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell)

Expertise in SSL/TLS certificate management

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field

Job description

Job ID: 799127

Title: Senior Software Configuration/Release Engineer

Location: Atlanta, GA

Duration: 12+ months

Client: GTA

Hybrid: 2 days per week in office

Interview Mode: On-site only

The Senior Software Configuration/Release Engineer is responsible for designing, automating, and maintaining cloud configuration, release, and infrastructure management processes across GTA’s AWS environments. This role ensures highly available, secure, compliant, and well-governed cloud platforms through effective automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), patch management, backup strategy, and certificate governance. The engineer will work closely with DevOps, Security, and Infrastructure teams to support stable, reliable statewide services.

Specific Skills Needed

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field; or equivalent professional training, certification, or experience.
• Eight (8) years of configuration management experience, including:
  • Proficiency with Terraform and IaC methodologies
  • Hands‑on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, IAM, ACM)
  • Experience with cloud backup solutions and automated patching
  • Expertise in SSL/TLS certificate management and security best practice

Preferred Qualifications

• Scripting experience (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) for automation within AWS/Terraform.
• AWS Certification(s) and/or Terraform Certification.
• Experience working with state or local government environments.
• Experience with vendor oversight or management.
• Experience with project management or Agile delivery tools.
• Experience with organizational change management (OCM).

Responsibilities

Cloud Configuration & Infrastructure Automation

• Develop, implement, and maintain configuration management processes, policies, and standards for AWS environments.
• Build, deploy, and enhance Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform to automate provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management of AWS resources.
• Manage and optimize multiple environments (Dev, Test, Stage, Prod) ensuring configuration consistency and security.

Release Engineering & AWS DevOps

• Support automation pipelines using the AWS Code Suite: Code Commit, Code Build, CodeDeploy, and CodePipeline.
• Work closely with DevOps teams to support release activities, deployments, rollbacks, configuration updates, and environment readiness.

Backup, Patching & Compliance

• Design and maintain automated AWS backup solutions to ensure data integrity, resiliency, and compliance with state retention policies.
• Implement automated patching workflows for cloud infrastructure to maintain required security and compliance posture.
• Conduct periodic audits of environment configuration, patch levels, backup integrity, and certificate compliance; recommend and implement improvements.

Security & Certificate Management

• Manage installation, renewal, rotation, and validation of SSL/TLS certificates across AWS services.
• Ensure secure communication configurations and alignment with state and federal security requirements.

Documentation, Governance & Training

• Maintain detailed, accurate documentation of configuration baselines, IaC standards, module usage, and environment changes.
• Provide training and guidance to team members on Terraform, AWS infrastructure best practices, backup strategies, patch automation, and certificate management.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a proactive approach to cloud optimization.
• Ability to break down complex problems, create tactical plans, and contribute to strategic improvements.
• Attention to detail with strong diagnostic and problem-investigation abilities.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and planning abilities.
• Self‑motivated, collaborative, and able to work in fast‑paced environments.