Configuration Manager

P3S CORPORATION; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

P3S CORPORATION is seeking a Configuration Manager for on-site support at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. This role involves managing configuration baselines, supporting DoD compliance, and coordinating with cybersecurity teams.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and 5–10 years of experience in Configuration Management, with expertise in service management tools like ServiceNow and Jira. Candidates with an Active Secret Clearance are preferred.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of Configuration Management experience supporting enterprise IT environments.
• Experience supporting DoD, Air Force, or federal government programs preferred.
• Experience working within RMF or cybersecurity compliance environments.

Responsibilities

• Support enterprise Configuration Management lifecycle activities across systems.
• Develop, maintain, and manage configuration baselines for hardware and software.
• Conduct configuration audits, validation reviews, and compliance assessments.

Skills

Configuration lifecycle management

Change management

Technical documentation management

Version control

Audit traceability

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ServiceNow

Jira

SCCM/MECM

Git/GitLab

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Dayton, OH 45433
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: 4 Year Degree
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: Day
Job Category: Information Technology
Configuration Manager

Location and Position Details

Location: Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Onsite Support
Clearance Requirement: Active Secret Clearance preferred or ability to obtain and maintain eligibility
Citizenship Requirement: U.S. Citizenship Required

Position Overview

The Configuration Manager supports enterprise configuration management (CM), change management, baseline control, release coordination, and lifecycle governance activities for Air Force Financial Management systems and supporting infrastructure environments. This position is responsible for ensuring all hardware, software, system configurations, and technical baselines remain documented, controlled, auditable, and compliant with applicable DoD, Air Force, RMF, and organizational configuration management standards. The Configuration Manager works closely with cybersecurity personnel, system administrators, engineers, developers, and government stakeholders to maintain secure and compliant enterprise configurations throughout the system lifecycle.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Support enterprise Configuration Management (CM) lifecycle activities across systems and infrastructure environments.
• Develop, maintain, and manage configuration baselines for hardware, software, operating systems, and enterprise applications.
• Maintain Configuration Management documentation including:
  • Configuration Management Plans (CMPs)
  • Baseline documentation
  • Change records
  • Release documentation
  • Version histories
  • Asset inventories
• Support Configuration Control Board (CCB) activities, technical reviews, and change approval processes.
• Review and validate Requests for Change (RFCs) for completeness, risk, impact, and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate software releases, deployments, patch management activities, and system updates.
• Ensure changes are properly documented, approved, tested, and traceable prior to implementation.
• Conduct configuration audits, validation reviews, and compliance assessments.
• Maintain enterprise hardware and software inventory accountability.
• Support RMF compliance activities through controlled configuration baselines and secure system documentation.
• Coordinate with cybersecurity teams to ensure configurations align with:
  • DISA STIG requirements
  • Security baselines
  • RMF controls
  • Audit readiness requirements
• Support audit preparation and provide CM documentation during inspections and compliance reviews.
• Track configuration changes and maintain accurate version control records.
• Utilize enterprise CM and ticketing systems to manage lifecycle activities and reporting.
• Develop CM status reports, change tracking summaries, and baseline compliance reports for leadership review.

Required Technical Skills

Configuration & Change Management

• Configuration lifecycle management
• Baseline management
• Change management
• Release management
• Version control
• Technical documentation management
• Asset management
• Audit traceability
• Configuration audits
• Change Control Board (CCB) processes

Enterprise Tools & Platforms

• ServiceNow
• Jira
• SCCM/MECM
• Git/GitLab

Operating Systems & Enterprise Platforms

• Windows Server
• Linux
• VMware
• Citrix
• Active Directory
• DB2
• IBM WebSphere

RMF / Compliance Knowledge

• RMF processes and lifecycle support
• NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5
• DISA STIG compliance
• Secure baseline management
• Audit and compliance support

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Equivalent combination of education, military training, certifications, and directly related experience may be considered.
• 5–10+ years of Configuration Management experience supporting enterprise IT environments.
• Experience supporting DoD, Air Force, or federal government programs preferred.
• Experience supporting enterprise Configuration Management and Change Management processes.
• Experience working within RMF or cybersecurity compliance environments.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and analytical skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Certifications

• ITIL Foundation
• PMP
• Security+
• Network+
• CGRC
• Microsoft Endpoint Administrator
• SAFe Agile Certification

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting Air Force enterprise systems
• Experience supporting AFFSO or Financial Management systems
• Experience supporting audit readiness initiatives
• Experience supporting enterprise release and baseline management
• Experience supporting cybersecurity compliance environments

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace.