Configuration Management Specialist Jobs

Configuration Management Specialists help organizations keep complex systems accurate, controlled, and dependable. They define and maintain configuration records, coordinate change and release processes, and ensure teams work from approved, current information. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, including Configuration Management Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more.

What Configuration Management Specialists Do

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but often include maintaining configuration management databases and baselines, documenting hardware and software assets, evaluating change requests, coordinating releases, and supporting audits. Specialists may also develop procedures, track configuration items, investigate discrepancies, and report on compliance and operational risk.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with configuration management processes, change control, asset or service management tools, technical documentation, and cross-functional coordination. Familiarity with frameworks such as ITIL, engineering lifecycle practices, or regulatory controls can be valuable, depending on the role. Clear communication, careful recordkeeping, analytical thinking, and attention to detail are essential.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Configuration Management Specialists work across technology, aerospace, defense, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, and other sectors where controlled systems and reliable records matter. Related opportunities may include Configuration Manager, Change Manager, Release Manager, Systems Engineer, and IT Asset Manager. Search current listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation.

Find Configuration Management Specialist Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more. Browse Configuration Management Specialist openings to identify positions that match your experience, preferred industry, and career goals. Review each listing for specific requirements, location, and compensation details.

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$137K - $205K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$69K - $141K *

Drive impactful solutions as a Systems Engineer, adeptly integrating systems and addressing complex challenges to enhance mission outcomes in a dynamic environment...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $114K *

Unlock potential by serving as the technical expert for engineering platforms, enhancing workflows, and driving user adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure systems deliver measura...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Champion the successful delivery of complex IT projects, driving cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement while managing risks and ensuring alignment with organizational goals...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$172K - $275K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring contractor compliance through quality assurance methods, audits, and process improvements, while supporting global manufacturing and modernization efforts acro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$71K - $118K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $145K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $110K *

Unlock the potential of SYSPRO as a senior expert, driving system optimization and functional architecture. Collaborate across teams to establish standards, enhance processes, and mentor others, ensur...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $110K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$170K - $200K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$78K - $163K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $258K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$177K - $265K *

Lead configuration management activities across the program lifecycle, ensuring data integrity and compliance. Collaborate with teams to optimize processes and deliverables while supporting audits and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$177K - $265K *

Advance your career by leading configuration management activities across the program lifecycle. Ensure data integrity and compliance while collaborating with diverse teams to optimize processes and d...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$118K - $195K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$158K - $269K *

Transform the future of engineering leadership by guiding cross-functional teams in modernizing a critical data platform. Drive technical strategy, oversee operations, and ensure secure, efficient del...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $160K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Contribute to the quality assurance and control of large-scale data center projects, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational requirements while collaborating with contractors and eng...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Configuration Management Specialist do?question toggle

    A Configuration Management Specialist maintains accurate records and baselines for systems, software, or equipment. The role often includes coordinating changes and releases, documenting configuration items, supporting audits, and helping teams follow established controls.

  • What qualifications are commonly required for Configuration Management Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often look for experience in configuration or change management, technical documentation, asset tracking, and relevant software tools. Some positions value ITIL knowledge, engineering lifecycle experience, or familiarity with industry-specific regulations.

  • Where do Configuration Management Specialists work?question toggle

    They work in industries that depend on controlled systems and reliable documentation, including technology, aerospace, defense, healthcare, financial services, and manufacturing.

  • How can I find Configuration Management Specialist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse vetted professional listings on Ladders and review each posting for salary, responsibilities, location, and qualifications. Ladders features jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

  • What roles are related to Configuration Management Specialist jobs?question toggle

    Related titles may include Configuration Manager, Change Manager, Release Manager, Systems Engineer, and IT Asset Manager. Exact responsibilities and titles differ by employer.