Configuration Manager

PAE Government Services Inc.; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Paid time off

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Configuration Manager to own CM processes, asset tracking, and change control across multiple environments at our Chantilly, VA location. You will coordinate hardware/software configuration changes and ensure audit-ready records, partnering with engineering, security, and program management teams.

The role requires 5+ years in CM/asset management, and experience with Jira/Confluence/ServiceNow. Onsite work, with opportunities for growth and rigorous compliance support.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Configuration Management, Asset Management, IT Operations, or related technical discipline.
• Experience maintaining hardware and software inventories in enterprise or government environments.
• Experience managing baseline configurations, change requests, and configuration documentation.
• Experience using Jira, Confluence, ServiceNow, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of configuration management principles and lifecycle practices.
• Experience supporting Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) and audits.
• Experience coordinating among engineering, operations, security, and program management teams.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Own configuration management processes across multiple environments and lead change control activities.
• Coordinate, track, and document hardware, software, and infrastructure configuration changes.
• Maintain configuration records, asset inventories, and baseline documentation for accuracy and audit readiness.
• Use Jira, Confluence, and other tools to log, track, and report configuration changes and approvals.
• Support CCBs by preparing documentation and tracking actions.
• Maintain lifecycle visibility of program assets from procurement to disposition.
• Assist with procurement tracking and lifecycle replacement schedules.
• Conduct configuration audits to verify compliance with standards and policies.
• Generate status reports and provide metrics to leadership.

Skills

Configuration Management

Asset Management

IT Operations

Change Control

Jira

Confluence

ServiceNow

Audits & Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

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 program
• Experience 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.

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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

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• 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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For more than 100 years, Amentum has tackled the world’s toughest challenges to deliver agile and steadfast solutions to the U.S. government and its allies. With more than 50,000 employees on all seven continents and in more than 60 countries, Amentum delivers a broad range of operational support services to meet the critical needs of our clients. Our headquarters are in Chantilly, VA. Find us online at https://www.amentum.com/

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