NISSC 3 Configuration Management Analyst

AMERICAN SYSTEMS; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 82,000 - 137,000; Full time

Job summary

AMERICAN SYSTEMS seeks a Configuration Management Specialist for the NISSC 3 program in Colorado Springs. The role focuses on identification, change control, status accounting, and audits to keep system baselines accurate across development and operations.

The CM Specialist II works with EDLM/UDLM and other stakeholders to manage internal and external changes, ensuring traceability and compliance with CM processes. Active Secret clearance is required with ability to obtain TS/SCI as needed.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in configuration management
• Experience applying CM principles including change control, identification, and status accounting
• Experience with system or configuration audits and CM plans/procedures
• Experience in structured, process-driven environments (DoD, aerospace, defense)

Responsibilities

• Perform configuration identification, change control, and configuration status accounting.
• Maintain baselines in designated repositories, including external provider integrations.
• Support and participate in configuration audits and prepare audit data.
• Maintain logs of approved changes with full traceability and auditability.
• Prepare CM plans and procedures; update CM-related documentation.
• Assist with creation and control of baseline documentation (drawings, interfaces, requirements, designs).
• Generate and deliver configuration status reports; ensure data integrity.
• Coordinate with EDLM/UDLM Manager for urgent depot-level maintenance changes in CM systems.

Skills

Configuration management

Audits

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/IS/DS/Software Eng

Job description

NISSC 3 Configuration Management Analyst

Location

US-CO-Colorado Springs

ID

2026-4158

Category

Software & Systems Development

Position Type

Full-Time

Remote

No

Clearance Required

Top Secret/SCI

Overview

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking our next Configuration Management Specialist!! The Configuration Management Specialist II supports the NISSC 3 program by executing configuration management (CM) activities to ensure system and documentation baselines remain accurate, traceable, and current across operational and development environments. This role focuses on configuration identification, change control, status accounting, and audit support for NISSC 3 systems and associated documentation.

Responsibilities

* The specialist works in close coordination with the Emergency/Urgent Depot Level Maintenance (EDLM/UDLM) Manager and other stakeholders to manage changes arising from internal development as well as integration of external provider systems. The position requires strong attention to detail, disciplined execution of CM processes, and proficiency with CM and data management tools.

Perform configuration identification, change control, and configuration status accounting in accordance with NISSC 3 CM processes and program standards.
* Maintain accurate, current system and documentation baselines in designated repositories, including baselines impacted by integration of external provider systems.
* Support and participate in configuration audits (functional and physical), including preparation of audit data, records, and supporting documentation.
* Maintain logs of all approved changes, including hardware, software, documentation, and interface updates, ensuring full traceability and auditability.
* Prepare draft configuration management (CM) plans and procedures; support coordination, review, and updates to CM-related documentation.
* Assist with creation, maintenance, and control of baseline documentation (drawings, interface control documents, requirements, design documents, etc.).
* Generate and deliver configuration status reports, ensuring compliance with data integrity and reporting standards.
* Participate in integration audits; develop associated checklists, data collection mechanisms, and summary reports for management and audit teams.
* Ensure all baseline documentation updates are complete, accurate, and approved through formal change control processes.
* Coordinate closely with the EDLM/UDLM Manager to ensure urgent and emergency depot-level maintenance changes are properly captured, reviewed, and documented within CM systems.
* Use designated repositories and CM tools to track configuration items (CIs), changes, and status, and to support integration and status reporting.
* Support process improvement activities related to configuration management, documentation control, and data integrity.

Qualifications

4-6 years of relevant experience in configuration management, systems engineering support, or a closely related discipline.
* Demonstrated experience applying configuration management principles, including change control, configuration identification, and configuration status accounting.
* Experience supporting or conducting system or configuration audits and preparing configuration management plans and/or procedures.
* Experience working in structured, process-driven environments (DoD, aerospace, defense, or critical infrastructure preferred).
• Bachelor's degree in one of the following or closely related disciplines: Information Technology (IT) / Cybersecurity / Computer Science (CS) / Information Systems (IS) / Data Science / Software Engineering
  * OR equivalent DoD/Military training and experience in configuration management, systems maintenance, cyber/IT, or related field.
• Active Secret clearance at time of hire.
  * Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI as required by the program.
• * Possession of at least one of the following: CND, GFACT, GSEC, or Security+ (Security+ CE acceptable).
  * Must meet 8140 requirements for the applicable role category within required timelines.

Notice of Anticipated Employment Opportunities

These positions are being posted in anticipation of future employment opportunities, which may become available beginning around June 2026. Actual hiring and start dates will depend on contract award, organizational needs and other factors. Candidates may be considered for these or similar positions as opportunities arise.

Pay Transparency Statement

AMERICAN SYSTEMS is committed to pay transparency for our applicants and employee-owners. The salary range for this position is USD $82,100.00/Yr. - USD $137,000.00/Yr. Actual compensation will be determined based on several factors permitted by law. AMERICAN SYSTEMS provides for the welfare of its employees and their dependents through a comprehensive benefits program by offering healthcare benefits, paid leave, retirement plans, insurance programs, and education and training assistance.

EEO Statement

EEO Race/Sex/Disability Status/Veteran Status