Senior Software Configuration Manager
Leidos has a new and exciting opportunity for a Senior Software Configuration Manager in our Intel Sector's Cyber & Analytics Business Area (CABA). Our talented team is at the forefront in Security Engineering, Computer Network Operations (CNO), Mission Software, Analytical Methods and Modeling, Signals Intelligence (SIGINT), and Cryptographic Key Management. At Leidos, we offer competitive benefits, including Paid Time Off, 11 paid Holidays, 401K with a 6% company match and immediate vesting, Flexible Schedules, Discounted Stock Purchase Plans, Technical Upskilling, Education and Training Support, Parental Paid Leave, and much more. Join us and make a difference in National Security!
Job Description
The selected individual will provide technical support for a large program’s Configuration Management (CM) system, with a focus on tool integration and administration. The ideal candidate will have recent, comprehensive experience designing complex technical solutions and integrating tools to support system CM in alignment with configuration management best practices. The candidate must be highly motivated, energetic, and passionate about CM. This role requires the ability to quickly establish strong working relationships with co-workers and customers and to effectively integrate into a complex technical program with many moving parts.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities
- Administer a complex configuration management system that includes tools such as IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management (ELM), Jenkins, Git, Maven, and/or Eclipse.
- Define and implement processes, policies, and procedures to maintain proper version control of hardware and software products.
- Provide support to project teams in configuring and baselining hardware and software products.
- Use CM tools to store, track, and manage configuration items.
- Maintain and develop the CM environment for software product build, staging, testing, and integration.
- Create software product build scripts and procedures and integrate those scripts with the hardware and software build process.
- Recommend and integrate automated CM tools.
- Implement change control processes.
- Participate in development and delivery of CM tool training sessions.
- Design, code, test, run, and deliver reports, as required.
- Develop, collect, and report metrics to measure internal performance, as required.
- Identify and report non-compliance states.
- Facilitate and perform CM audits of controlled configuration items, as required.
- Review and recommend improvements to existing CM processes.
- Provide support for program governance boards, such as the Configuration Control Board (CCB) and Engineering Review Board (ERB).
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline and at least 12 years of related experience. Additional experience may be substituted for a degree.
- At least 10 years of experience in a senior software Configuration Management role on a large technical program.
- At least 8 years of experience with software configuration management tools such as Jenkins, Git, Maven, Eclipse, etc.
- Must demonstrate a strong professional knowledge of configuration management best practices.
- Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining installation procedures and documenting standard configuration settings for hardware and software systems.
- Experience providing software lifecycle solutions in Agile environments.
- In-depth experience tracking software, hardware, and configuration status for software development systems, test environments, and operational sites.
- Experience developing innovative approaches and solutions to COTS tool integration efforts.
- Must have proficiency with MS Office Products (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, & Project) and team collaboration tools (Confluence, SharePoint, OneNote, etc.).
- Must have experience with Agile development methodologies.
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and effectively.
- Must be self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to independently plan and prioritize daily tasks, ongoing projects, and recurring processes.
- Must have excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships and interface professionally with peers and leadership, including developers, engineers, testers, customer points of contact, and company management.
- Clearance Required: Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a Quality Assurance, Change Management, and/or Audit role on a large system.
- Experience with Rational Team Concert or IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management.
- Experience working on an Agile/SAFe program and team.
- Extensive experience with large, geographically diverse programs/systems.
At Leidos, the opportunities are boundless. We challenge our staff with interesting assignments that allow them to thrive professionally and personally. For us, helping you grow your career is good business. We look forward to learning more about you – apply today.
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Original Posting:June 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
- Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline or equivalent experience (12 years related experience required; additional experience may substitute for degree)
- At least 10 years experience in a senior software Configuration Management role on a large technical program
- At least 8 years experience with software configuration management tools such as Jenkins, Git, Maven, Eclipse
- Strong professional knowledge of configuration management best practices
- Experience developing and maintaining installation procedures and documenting standard configuration settings for hardware and software systems
- Experience providing software lifecycle solutions in Agile environments
- In-depth experience tracking software, hardware, and configuration status for development, test, and operational environments
- Experience developing innovative approaches and solutions to COTS tool integration efforts
- Proficiency with MS Office products (Word, Excel, Visio, PowerPoint, Project) and team collaboration tools (Confluence, SharePoint, OneNote)
- Must have strong verbal and written communication skills
- Self-motivated and proactive with the ability to independently plan and prioritize tasks and projects
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interface with developers, engineers, testers, customers, and management
- Must have TS/SCI with Polygraph (active clearance required)
- Experience in Quality Assurance, Change Management, and/or Audit roles on a large system
- Experience with Rational Team Concert or IBM Engineering Lifecycle Management
- Experience working on an Agile/SAFe program and team
- Extensive experience with large, geographically diverse programs/systems
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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.
