Leidos, a leading defense, intelligence, and technology company, is seeking a full-time motivated Configuration Management (CM) Analyst to join our Digital Modernization Group on the Global Solutions Management – Operations II (GSM-O II) contract at Scott AFB, IL. As part of our team, you'll contribute to the operations, sustainment, and defense of the Defense Information System Network (DISN) within the DOD Information Network (DODIN), supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA).
Your Opportunity:
We're seeking driven and capable candidates to join our GSM-O team! As our team helps lead DISA's transition from legacy tools to the ServiceNow platform, you will directly support network operations and engineering functions, contributing to the reliability and security of critical communication infrastructure.
What You’ll Do:
Maintain the configuration management plan that outlines the processes, standards, and tools used for managing configurations across our diverse DoD network.
Support the change management process by participating in requesting, evaluating, approving and implementing changes to the configuration items (CIs) such as servers, routers, and circuit data.
Ensure all CIs are properly labeled and identified in the Configuration Management Database (CMDB).
Receive, track and analyze change requests (CRs) in our ServiceNow environment, ensuring proper documentation and approvals.
Monitor the progress of approved changes to ensure they are implemented correctly.
Independently conduct periodic audits of CIs to verify they conform to the established baseline and standards.
Identify, document, and report discrepancies between the auto-discovered configurations and documented configurations.
Prepare and present audit reports to management, highlighting key findings and corrective recommendations.
Contribute with development and maintenance of ServiceNow dashboards representing baseline CIs across DISN.
Assist with process documents to ensure documentation stays current and reflects best practices.
Contribute to the development and improvement of CM processes and procedures.
What You’ll Bring (required):
Security Clearance: A current and active DoD Secret security clearance is required to be considered for this position.
Experience & Education: Requires 1-3 years of direct experience in Configuration Management or a related IT field. A Bachelor's degree is a plus, but equivalent professional experience will be strongly considered.
ITSM Knowledge: Basic understanding of IT Service Management (ITSM) principles and prior experience using an ITSM tool, with ServiceNow experience being a significant plus.
Technical Foundation: Solid understanding of networking concepts.
Professional Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong attention to detail, and proven problem-solving abilities.
Teamwork: Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
Tools: Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Location: This position is based on-site at Scott AFB, Illinois. All work must be performed on site.
What We Want (desired):
Commitment to obtaining Security+ certification (or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT II certification) within a specified timeframe.
ITIL Foundation Certification.
Interest in developing skills related to ServiceNow reporting and dashboards.
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Original Posting:April 8, 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Skills Required
- 1-3 years of direct experience in Configuration Management or related IT field
- Current and active DoD Secret security clearance
- Basic understanding of IT Service Management principles and experience with ITSM tools
- Solid understanding of networking concepts
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, with multiple plan options, low office-visit copays in some plans, and access to mental health and wellness support tools. The availability of HSA/FSA options and employer contributions is positioned as a meaningful part of the total package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as a strong component of total rewards, highlighted by a 401(k) match and immediate vesting in the standard package. The Employee Stock Purchase Plan is also presented as an additional long-term wealth-building feature.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle supports extend beyond core insurance, including wellness programs, fitness-related stipends, and assistance resources. Work flexibility and related perks are also included as part of the broader rewards experience.
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What We Do
We Are Leidos For 50 years we have been tackling some of the biggest problems that face our nation and our world. OUR MISSION Through our culture of innovation and history of performance, we develop deep customer trust built on integrity and create enduring solutions that improve our world. Leidos is a science and technology solutions leader working to address some of the world’s toughest challenges in the defense, intelligence, homeland security, civil, and healthcare markets. The company’s 43,000 employees support vital missions for government and commercial customers. Headquartered in Reston, Va., Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $11.09 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2020. Leidos was cited for the meaningful work employees perform that is challenging, impactful, and aligned with our customers’ missions as reasons professionals want to work and stay at our company. Leidos has also been named to lists including Forbes’ Best Employers for Diversity, Forbes’ America’s Best Employers for Women, Military Times Best for Vets Employers, and Ethisphere Institute’s World's Most Ethical Companies®. Employees enjoy career enrichment opportunities available through mobility and development and experience rewarding relationships with supportive supervisors and talented colleagues and customers. Employees appreciate our flexible work environment, allowing for and encouraging a true work-life balance. Our professionals are also excited about our Employee Resource Groups, like the newly launched Collaborative Outreach with Remote and Embedded Employees (CORE), which strives to create an environment where every employee, regardless of location, feels fully engaged as a valued employee of Leidos. Your most important work is ahead.
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