Release Manager – Software & Configuration Management

Concept-Solution; Reston (VA); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Concept Solutions, LLC in Reston, VA is seeking a Release Manager to lead software releases and configuration management for a DoW modernization program. The role emphasizes disciplined release planning, version control, and deployment documentation across existing applications and a evolving platform.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years in enterprise release management, experience with federal programs, and familiarity with GitLab, Jira, and ServiceNow.

Qualifications

• 4+ years in release or configuration management for enterprise apps (federal programs).
• Experience with GitLab or similar version control tools.
• Knowledge of semantic versioning and release documentation.

Responsibilities

• Release and Configuration Management.
• Maintain the customer-approved release calendar for production apps and modernization platform.
• Coordinate change control activities and rollback plans to support reliable software releases.
• Manage software versioning, release notes, and milestone reporting for each release.
• Ensure the customer repository remains accurate and current at the end of every sprint.
• Support release coordination across sustained applications and the shared platform while maintaining operational continuity.

Skills

Release & Configuration Management

GitLab

Semantic versioning

Change control boards (CCBs)

Security clearance

Tools

Jira

ServiceNow

Job description

Description

Concept Solutions, LLC (CS) is seeking a Release Manager – Software & Configuration Management to support a mission-critical application modernization program for a Department of War (DoW) customer.

This program focuses on modernizing and unifying access across a portfolio of production applications, creating a single sign-on experience, a shared work environment, and a repeatable approach to integrating applications onto a common platform.

The Release Manager will coordinate software releases, configuration management, change control, and deployment documentation across both existing applications and the evolving platform. The ideal candidate brings experience supporting enterprise software releases in federal environments and understands the importance of disciplined release planning, version control, and operational continuity.

• Release and Configuration Management
• Maintain the customer-approved release calendar for existing production applications and the modernization platform.
• Coordinate change control activities and rollback plans to support reliable software releases.
• Manage software versioning, release notes, and milestone reporting associated with each release.
• Ensure the customer repository remains accurate and current at the conclusion of every sprint.
• Support release coordination across sustained applications and the shared platform while maintaining operational continuity.

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in software release management or configuration management for enterprise applications, including experience supporting federal programs.
• Experience with GitLab or comparable version control and repository management tools.
• Knowledge of semantic versioning practices and software release documentation.
• Experience working with change control boards (CCBs) and established change management processes.Active Secret security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Jira and ServiceNow.
• Familiarity with container-based application deployments.

Work Location and Schedule

• Location: Remote
• Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with core hours from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Eastern. The program operates in two-week sprints, with customer demonstrations each sprint.
• Travel: 0–10%, within the Washington, DC metropolitan area.
• Security Requirement: U.S. citizenship required. Must be eligible to obtain and maintain a DoW security clearance. An active Secret clearance or higher
• Compensation: $100,000–$130,000 base salary, depending on experience.

Company Profile

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Concept Solutions, LLC (CS) is a leading small business in technology, engineering, and management consulting. We are the innovative and agile force behind strategic solutions that enhance organizational efficiency and safeguard our nation across Aerospace, Defense, and National Security sectors.

For over 25 years, CS has been a trusted partner for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies delivering vital IT, security, and project management services.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our adherence to CMMI-DEV ML3, ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018, and ISO/IEC 27001-1:2013 standards. CS boasts company highlights that include:

• Over two decades of experience across over $300 million in contract awards supporting critical FAA programs
• Multiple contract vehicles providing opportunities across FAA, DoD, NOAA, and other Federal agencies
• Innovation Council - CS maintains an active Internal Research and Development (IR&D) program that is geared towards identifying emerging technologies and pursuing technological innovations

At CS, we know our success stems from our talented team. That’s why we prioritize the wellbeing and growth of our employees, fostering a positive culture centered on innovation, engagement, and career development.

Benefits: Concept Solutions offers a competitive benefits and salary package you would receive from a large company. We offer health, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as a comprehensive 401(k) plan with matching and immediate vesting.

Concept Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity. We invite resumes from all interested parties and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual preference, personal appearance, family responsibility, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or physical disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Concept Solutions is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.