Configuration Manager

Amentum; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (401(k) matching)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum seeks a senior Configuration Manager to own CM across multiple environments and ensure baseline integrity. You will manage asset inventories, change control, and documentation while coordinating with engineering, security, and operations teams.

This role requires active TS/SCI clearance and an on-site presence in a government-focused program. Applicants should have 5+ years in CM/IT operations, experience with CM tools (Jira/Confluence/ServiceNow), and strong organizational skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Configuration Management, Asset Management, IT Operations, Systems Engineering support, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience maintaining hardware and software inventories in a controlled enterprise or government environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing baseline configurations, change requests, and configuration documentation.
• Experience using Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, or similar workflow and documentation management platforms.
• Working knowledge of configuration management principles, configuration status accounting, change control processes, and lifecycle management practices.
• Experience supporting Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), audits, or compliance activities.
• Experience supporting hardware and software asset management within a network, systems, or enterprise IT environment.
• Experience coordinating activities among engineering, operations, security, and program management stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain detailed records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Own configuration management processes, baseline integrity, asset accountability, and change control activities across multiple environments.
• Coordinate, track, and document hardware, software, and infrastructure configuration changes.
• Administer configuration records, asset inventories, and baseline documentation for audit readiness.
• Utilize Jira, Confluence, and other CM tools to log, track, and report changes and approvals.
• Support Configuration Control Boards by preparing documentation and tracking actions.
• Maintain inventories of government and company-owned assets, including licenses and documentation.
• Provide lifecycle visibility from procurement through deployment, sustainment, refresh, and disposition.
• Collaborate with Program Managers, Engineering, Security, and Operations on lifecycle planning and procurement.
• Assist with procurement tracking and lifecycle replacement schedules.
• Conduct configuration audits and reviews to verify standards and policies.
• Generate configuration status accounting reports for leadership.
• Support audits with CM documentation and evidence of compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve CM processes, workflows, and tool usage.

Skills

Configuration management

Asset management

IT operations

Systems engineering support

Jira/Confluence/ServiceNow

Change control

Audits/compliance

Communication

MS Office

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's Degree in IT/CS/Engineering

Tools

Jira

Confluence

ServiceNow

Job description

Come be part of a dynamic program that delivers enterprise infrastructure, systems engineering, and operational support across multiple mission-critical network environments. Our team designs, implements, and sustains modern technology solutions supporting real-world customer operations.
We foster a highly collaborative and technical culture that values innovation, continuous learning, and professional growth. Team members are encouraged to expand their expertise through training opportunities, cross-functional collaboration, and hands‑on experience with a wide range of technologies supporting complex operational environments.

Work Schedule

(shift hours and days of the week)8hrs/day, 5days per week, all onsite

Essential Responsibilities

• Serve as the program's Configuration Manager, owning configuration management processes, baseline integrity, asset accountability, and change control activities across multiple operational environments.
• Coordinate, track, and document hardware, software, and infrastructure configuration changes using established change management processes.
• Administer and maintain configuration records, asset inventories, and baseline documentation to ensure accuracy and audit readiness.
• Utilize Jira, Confluence, and other configuration management tools to log, track, document, and report configuration changes, requests, and approvals.
• Support Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) by preparing documentation, tracking actions, and ensuring approved changes are properly implemented and recorded.
• Maintain accurate inventories of government and company‑owned assets, including hardware, software licenses, and associated support documentation.
• Maintain lifecycle visibility of program assets from procurement through deployment, sustainment, technology refresh, and disposition.
• Partner with Program Managers, Engineering, Security, and Operations teams to support system lifecycle planning, technology refresh efforts, procurement activities, and asset disposition.
• Assist with procurement tracking by maintaining records of equipment purchases, warranties, maintenance agreements, and lifecycle replacement schedules.
• Conduct configuration audits and reviews to verify compliance with established standards, contractual requirements, and organizational policies.
• Generate configuration status accounting reports and provide metrics to program leadership regarding inventory, asset lifecycle status, and change activity.
• Support customer, internal, and external audits by providing configuration management documentation and evidence of compliance.
• Identify opportunities to improve configuration management processes, workflows, and tool utilization to enhance program efficiency.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands

Standard working environment

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• 5+ years of experience in Configuration Management, Asset Management, IT Operations, Systems Engineering support, or a related technical discipline.
• Experience maintaining hardware and software inventories in a controlled enterprise or government environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing baseline configurations, change requests, and configuration documentation.
• Experience using Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, or similar workflow and documentation management platforms.
• Working knowledge of configuration management principles, configuration status accounting, change control processes, and lifecycle management practices.
• Experience supporting Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), audits, or compliance activities.
• Experience supporting hardware and software asset management within a network, systems, or enterprise IT environment.
• Experience coordinating activities among engineering, operations, security, and program management stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain detailed records.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate activities across technical and non‑technical teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance required.

Security Clearance Required

TS / SCI

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent

Preferred

• Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• undefinedMinimum Years of Experience:5+Required Certifications:This is an IAM2 level billet. Applicant must have:- Required IAT Certs: one or more of the following: CAP, GSLC, CISM, CASP, CISSP, or equivalent- Required vendor certification in configuration management, asset management, IT service management, or equivalent. Preferred Qualifications: AI if applicable to your programExperience supporting DoD, Intelligence Community, or Federal Government programs.Familiarity with IT asset management and procurement processes.Experience supporting NIST, RMF, ISO, or similar compliance frameworks.Certified Configuration and Data Manager (CCDM), ITIL, PMP, or related certification.Familiarity with Linux, Windows Server, virtualization, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure environments. Prior military service. Additional Hashtags:#javelinThis position [is not] designated as a safety sensitive position.As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment, Amentum is a drug‑free workplace and requires all personnel to comply with company drug and alcohol policies as a condition of employment. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the drug screening process. Please note that this may include pre‑hire screening for marijuana, as well as other federally controlled substances due to Amentum’s role as a federal contractor and trusted partner to the US Government. Other Responsibilities:Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self‑aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, nationality, or protected veteran status.

Compensation Details

$90,000 - $140,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good‑faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax‑saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting

10/12/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

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