Senior Configuration Management Specialist

About the role

Pemcco is seeking a highly skilled Senior Configuration Management Specialist to join our dynamic team in Hanahan, South Carolina. This full-time position is integral to ensuring the integrity and consistency of our products throughout their lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in configuration management practices and will play a crucial role in maintaining the quality and reliability of our systems. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement best practices in configuration management, ensuring that all project documentation and artifacts are accurately maintained and tracked.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Develop and implement configuration management plans that align with project requirements and industry standards.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for all configuration items, ensuring that changes are accurately recorded and communicated across teams.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality assurance, and project management teams to establish and enforce configuration management processes.
• Utilize configuration management tools to automate processes and improve efficiency in tracking changes and managing versions.
• Conduct regular audits of configuration items to verify compliance with established standards and identify areas for improvement.
• Provide training and support to team members on configuration management best practices and tools.
• Analyze configuration management data to identify trends and make recommendations for process enhancements.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for configuration management inquiries, providing expert guidance and support to stakeholders.
• Participate in project planning meetings to ensure configuration management considerations are integrated into project timelines and deliverables.
• Support the development and maintenance of system baselines, ensuring that all components are accurately represented and controlled.
• Facilitate change control meetings, documenting decisions and ensuring that all stakeholders are informed of changes to configuration items.
• Collaborate with IT and security teams to ensure that configuration management practices align with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in configuration management or a related discipline.
• Strong understanding of configuration management principles, practices, and tools.
• Proficiency in using configuration management software and tools (e.g., Git, Jenkins, Ansible).
• Experience with version control systems and change management processes.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex information clearly.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Familiarity with industry standards and frameworks related to configuration management (e.g., ITIL, CMMI).

Nice to have

• Certification in configuration management or related fields (e.g., CMII, ITIL).
• Experience in a regulated industry (e.g., aerospace, defense, healthcare).
• Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation purposes.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and DevOps practices.
• Previous experience in a leadership or mentoring role within a configuration management team.

Skills & tools

• Configuration Management Tools: Git, Jenkins, Ansible
• Project Management Software: Jira, Trello
• Documentation Tools: Confluence, SharePoint
• Operating Systems: Windows, Linux
• Scripting Languages: Python, Bash (preferred)

Practical notes

• This position is based in Hanahan, South Carolina, and may require occasional travel to other company locations or client sites.
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States and may require visa sponsorship, depending on qualifications.
• The salary for this role is competitive and will be determined based on the candidate's experience and qualifications.
• Interested applicants should apply through the Pemcco careers page at the provided URL.

Join Pemcco as a Senior Configuration Management Specialist and contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality products while ensuring compliance with industry standards. If you are a proactive individual with a passion for configuration management, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our innovative team.