Configuration Manager- WC PMO SETA

Semper Valens Solutions; Frederick (MD); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Semper Valens Solutions, Fort Detrick, MD, seeks a Configuration Management Engineer to lead enterprise CM capability development for the Wideband Control Strategic Portfolio, supporting critical DoD satellite systems. You will architect CM infrastructure, build frameworks, and standardize processes across distributed teams, driving transformation from legacy CM to an integrated CMDB.

DoD Secret Clearance (active or eligible) required; some travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/CS/IS or related field; OR Associate + 5 years relevant experience.
• DoD processes experience preferred; willingness to travel.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Configuration Management Database in JIRA for multi-domain System of Systems.
• Architect CI taxonomy and identification schemes for integrated visibility.
• Establish baseline management frameworks and versioning strategies.
• Develop relationship mapping for impact analysis and dependency tracking.

Skills

DoD CM

JIRA/Confluence

CMDB design

Stakeholder mgmt

Process design

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Associate degree + 5 years experience

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

SQL databases

PostgreSQL

AWS

Job description

Configuration Management Engineer

Full Time, Fort Detrick, MD (Hybrid)

SECRET

Referral Bonus: $1,000

Sign On Bonus: up to $2,500.00

Job Description:

Semper Valens Solutions is looking for a Configuration Management Engineer to lead enterprise CM capability development for the Wideband Control Strategic Portfolio supporting critical DoD satellite communication systems. This role will design and implement modern CM infrastructure, establish unified processes across distributed teams, and drive digital transformation from legacy systems to enterprise CMDB architecture.

This is a strategic infrastructure role, not a maintenance position. You'll architect solutions, build frameworks, and establish sustainable CM capabilities that position the organization for long-term success. The role requires technical depth in JIRA/Confluence CMDB design, strong stakeholder influence skills, and proven experience establishing CM processes in complex System of Systems environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Enterprise CMDB Development

• Design and implement Configuration Management Database in JIRA for multi-domain System of Systems environment
• Architect CI taxonomy and identification schemes supporting integrated configuration visibility
• Establish baseline management frameworks and versioning strategies
• Develop relationship mapping enabling impact analysis and dependency tracking

Process Framework Design

• Create systematic change control workflows integrating with configuration item management
• Design change classification schemes with appropriate governance and approval structures
• Establish configuration audit frameworks supporting compliance and quality assurance
• Implement lifecycle tracking for proactive technology refresh planning

Organizational Enablement

• Train and mentor users across multiple Integrated Product Teams on CM tools and methodologies
• Develop comprehensive documentation supporting varied technical skill levels
• Build stakeholder alignment and drive adoption through expertise and demonstrated value
• Create sustainable CM capability through knowledge transfer and skill development

Strategic Leadership

• Advance organizational CM maturity through measured capability improvements
• Establish metrics and reporting frameworks providing executive visibility
• Define accountability structures for configuration ownership and stewardship
• Lead digital transformation from legacy CM approaches to modern integrated systems

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related technical field
• (OR Associate degree + 5 years relevant experience, OR relevant certifications + demonstrated experience)
• Specific experience with DoD processes and procedures is preferred.
• Willing to travel in performance of required work responsibilities.

Clearance Requirement:

• DoD Secret Clearance required (active or eligible)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Secret clearance
• AWS, DevSecOps experience
• Oracle, SQL db, and or PostgreSQL experience
• SAE EIA-649B or DoD CM standards familiarity
• IL5 or classified environment experience
• System of Systems (SoS) configuration management
• Satellite systems or space operations domain knowledge
• Technology lifecycle and obsolescence management
• CMII, ITIL Expert, or Atlassian certifications
• 10+ years CM experience

About Semper Valens Solutions:

Semper Valens Solutions, Inc. (SVS) is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Cost Effective Software and Systems Engineering, Field Support, Training and Full Life cycle Support Management to the DOD and VA community. At Semper Valens, our vision is to remain a creative, cutting edge and cost-effective solutions provider where our shared intellect, industry experience, and technology excellence, make a positive difference in our customer's success. Our solutions help bridge the gap between IT and business prioritizations to optimize budgets, risks, and operational processes. We search for outstanding technical professionals, hiring at all levels of the experience spectrum; intermediate, journeyman and senior. Consider us for your career plan.

Semper Valens Solutions:

Semper Valens Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Semper Valens Solutions proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital/parental status, pregnancy/childbirth, or related conditions, physical or mental disability, genetic information, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active-Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Semper Valens Solutions through its online applicant system, please contact Semper Valens Solutions Human Resources Department at [phone].Semper Valens Solutions is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer - minorities, females, disabled, and protected veterans are urged to apply. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws.