Configuration Management Analyst
Configuration Management Analyst
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$ 76700 - 129500
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
We are searching for a selfmotivated and highly experienced Configuration Manager (CM) to join our DevSecOps Department/Cyber Modeling and Simulation Division at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. ARL/Penn States purpose is to develop innovative solutions to challenging national problems in support of the Navy DoD and Intel communities engineering and technology needs. As a Configuration Management Analyst you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and consistency of our software and hardware configurations. You will have the opportunity to work with cuttingedge technologies and collaborate with a talented team of professionals to support our clients missions. If you are a detailoriented organized individual with a strong background in configuration management we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Tasking will include assisting in the design and implementation of a CM process; manage and maintain hardware and software configuration items and related engineering documentation; support product development / manufacturing handover / takeover and help guide efforts and product life cycle.
You will:
- Assist in the selection and evaluation of the best technology to support program development assist in defining processes and standards and maintain required documentation to be implemented at the Undersea Systems Office level. Communications Information and Navigation Office level.
- Evaluate and facilitate orderly management of technical and/or engineering changes to hardware software and technical data
- Work closely with other stakeholders both internal and external to the organization; participate in internal and external customer meetings
- Provide technical leadership to resolve configuration management issues during product and project lifecycles.
- Develop and provide training advice and guidance for the integration of new technologies environment and processes to the engineering departments
- Work regularly with ARL IT personnel to maintain and configure tools on server(s) and clients manage licenses establish a level of automation if possible and access controls
- Develop Software Configuration Management metrics reports
- Develop and implement configuration management processes and procedures in accordance with industry best practices and company standards.
- Collaborate with crossfunctional teams to identify and document configuration items including software hardware and related documentation.
- Maintain accurate and uptodate configuration management databases and repositories.
- Conduct audits and reviews to ensure consistency and accuracy of configuration items.
- Identify and resolve configuration discrepancies and issues in a timely manner.
- Provide guidance and support to team members on configuration management processes and procedures.
- Continuously monitor and improve configuration management processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
- Work closely with project managers and stakeholders to ensure all configuration changes are properly documented and approved.
- Communicate and report on configuration management status and progress to project teams and management.
- Stay current with industry trends and advancements in configuration management practices and tools.
- Train and mentor junior configuration management team members.
- Collaborate with software development teams to ensure proper version control and release management.
- Participate in customer meetings and provide technical expertise on configuration management matters.
- Ensure compliance with company policies procedures and regulatory requirements.
This position can be filled at multiple levels depending on education and experience. Typical requirements include a Bachelors Degree or higher; 3 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Higher level positions require additional education and/or experience.
Required skills/experience areas include:
- Microsoft Windows Word Excel PowerPoint
- Industry or US Government practices for configuration management
- Knowledge of tools used to implement a successful configuration management program (such as source control tools problem tracking tools etc.
- Effectiveness at presenting in front of management engineers or sponsors or in reports/written communication conveying information to drive to action or decision
- Past success collaborating in a multidisciplinary team environment at all levels of an organization and in a variety of cultures and backgrounds
- Proven ability to provide quality results with minimal supervision
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Preferred skills/experience areas include:
- Siemens TeamCenter Atlassian JIRA
- An active government security clearance
- Skills or background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or skill in programming and scripting languages (such as C C Python Perl etc.
Your working location will be onsite in San Diego CA
ARL at Penn State is an integral part of one of the leading research universities in the nation and serves as a University center of excellence in defense science systems and technologies with a focus in naval missions and related areas.
You will be subject to a government security investigation and you must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a preemployment drug screen.
ARL is committed to diversity equity and inclusion; we believe this is central to our success as a Department of Defense designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC). We are at our best when we draw on the talents of all parts of society and our greatest accomplishments are achieved when diverse perspectives are part ofour workforce.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL visit our web site at .
The proposed salary range may be impacted by geographic differential.
The posted salary ranged may be impacted by geographic differential
The pay range for this position including all possible grades is:
$76700.00 $129500.00Salary Structure additional information on Penn States job and salary structure.
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Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
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Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
