Sr. Configuration Analyst

Job ID 2616719

Location Remote Work, TX, US

Date Posted 2026-09-10

Category Engineering and Sciences

Subcategory Systems Engineer

Schedule Full-Time

Shift Day Job

Travel No

Minimum Clearance Required None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work ORA_REMOTE

Description

Sr. Configuration Analyst (FFSS)

SAIC has an exciting opportunity for a Sr. Configuration Analyst to join a high-performance team supporting VA applications and spearheading our customers (VA) migration to the cloud. Tremendous growth opportunity working within cloud ecosystem and using cutting-edge technologies. Looking for an analyst who can work at scale and with autonomy, who can be a trusted advisor to our client. This is a 100% Remote role.

Job Description

• Develops and maintains software configuration management tools to support configuration identification, control, reporting, and delivery of both internally developed software and externally purchased commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) software products.
• Performs configuration management and release engineering tasks to ensure new software product operating parameters are documented, comply with standard hardware configurations, and are logistically sustainable.
• Designs, develops, automates, and maintains productivity tools using programming, database or scripting languages to improve software modeling and development.
• Designs and implements build procedures that are used to support software product development and use.
• May develop software configuration standards for company-wide use.
• May train software developers in the use of configuration management tools and the implementation of software quality standards.
• It should be understood that this is not intended to be a detailed nor comprehensive description of any individual employee's job content. Managers set the specific duties and responsibilities for each employee.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree and ten (10) or more years of relevant experience; an additional eight (8) years of relevant experience may be substituted for education.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related scientific/technical discipline is required.
• Preferred certifications ITIL Foundation, CMII or equivalent configuration management certifications are a plus.
• Proven track record of successfully leading and delivering complex software builds and releases across multiple environments.
• Experience working within large, regulated enterprises or federal environments is beneficial.

Requirements

• Deep expertise in software configuration management and release engineering; broad knowledge of development, QA, systems engineering, and DevOps.
• Provides technical guidance and solutions to complex problems; operates autonomously and makes sound decisions.
• Ensures compliant, repeatable build and deployment processes across projects; collaborates frequently with internal and external stakeholders.
• Skilled in
• Configuration management practices (identification, baselining, change control, status accounting)
• Source control systems (Git, GitLab, GitHub, Azure DevOps Repos, Subversion) and branching/merging strategies
• CI/CD tools (Jenkins, Azure DevOps Pipelines, GitHub Actions) and artifact repositories (Nexus, Artifactory)
• Scripting for automation (Bash, PowerShell, Python)
• Managing COTS software, vendor patches, and version control
• Infrastructure as code and environment management (Ansible, Terraform)
• Knowledgeable in software quality standards, governance frameworks, and training developers on CM tools and quality practices.
• Proficient with work management tools (JIRA, Azure Boards, Trello) and documentation tools (Confluence, Visio, Lucidchart).
• Understands database concepts, dependency management, and build reproducibility.
• Strong analytical skills for investigating build failures, dependency conflicts, and deployment issues.
• Excellent communication skills; able to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Effective collaborator and mentor; leads and trains junior analysts/engineers in CM best practices.
• Manages multiple priorities and projects in fast-paced environments; meets deadlines.
• Committed to continuous improvement and staying current with industry trends and emerging DevOps technologies.
• Clearance Requirement

US Citizenship with the ability to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance.

Target salary range $40,001 - $80,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.