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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$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving data integration across DoD and commercial networks. Leverage your expertise in ETL, API development, and schema management to enhance domain awareness and ensure data quali...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $210K *

Innovate within a dynamic environment to enhance national security through advanced modeling and simulation efforts for the US Coast Guard. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to develop robust solu...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $220K *

Optimize network systems to support virtual and classroom learning environments. Troubleshoot issues, implement security measures, and collaborate with teams to enhance performance while adhering to s...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Elevate project execution by leading a team of Control Technicians, ensuring quality, timely completion, and effective communication across all stakeholders while providing technical support and mento...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage as a senior technical leader to drive innovation, advance solution development, and support project delivery while fostering automation efforts, ensuring competitiveness in emerging technologie...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading the construction of state-of-the-art data centers. Supervise critical projects, ensuring collaboration among stakeholders while maintaining safety, quality, and schedule...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Support mission-critical systems by administering and optimizing Linux infrastructure, implementing automation, and ensuring security compliance in a dynamic environment. Collaborate with teams to tro...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you support and optimize IT systems in complex enterprise environments. Leverage your expertise in Linux, HPC, and advanced networking to enhance mission-critical infrastructure...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate IT systems management by optimizing and supporting mission-critical infrastructure. Lead advanced troubleshooting in high-performance computing environments, ensuring seamless operations and e...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with impactful leadership in IT project management, fostering digital transformation and process improvements while collaborating across functions to deliver robust manufacturing sol...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $92K *

Elevate asset management efficiency by overseeing the complete lifecycle of IT devices. Ensure accuracy in inventory management, coordinate allocation, and drive process improvements to optimize resou...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $132K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of network configuration management. Leverage your expertise to maintain compliance, manage configurations, and support cybersecurity standards in a dynamic hybri...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$97K - $114K *

Drive data management excellence by overseeing records, configuration, and database systems. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and optimize processes while supporting cybersecurity initiativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $140K *

Advance your career by leading technical governance and engineering support for critical facilities, ensuring operational readiness and continuous improvement through collaboration with cross-function...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Transform the operational landscape by ensuring technical governance and engineering excellence across critical facilities, driving safety, availability, and continuous improvement through collaborati...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Manage your career with a pivotal role in facilities engineering, ensuring operational readiness and technical governance across critical infrastructure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enh...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Optimize your career by leading technical governance and engineering support for critical facilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure operational readiness and continuous improvement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $140K *

Shape the future of critical facilities engineering by driving technical governance, enhancing operational readiness, and ensuring high standards across infrastructure projects. Collaborate with cross...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$85K - $100K *

Drive project success by managing budgets, timelines, and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to ensure quality and safety in small to medium projects, while fostering a positive client rela...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing IT systems and enhancing performance across enterprise environments. You'll tackle advanced troubleshooting and system monitoring, ensuring reliable operatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$86K - $109K *

Bring your expertise to enhance quality management initiatives, collaborating with clinical and operational teams to drive performance improvement and ensure the highest standards of care delivery acr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in engineering custom HVAC solutions for data centers. Manage a team of engineers, collaborate cross-functionally, and drive product development to meet complex customer specifications...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading project management and communications for a federal agency's customer experience strategy. Collaborate with teams to enhance processes, conduct surveys, and deliver impactf...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $170K *

Manage and lead the industrial security program, ensuring compliance with security standards while collaborating across departments to foster a strong security culture and protect sensitive informatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $160K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex technical projects, guiding multidisciplinary teams through all phases from planning to operational support, while ensuring alignment with customer requirements a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.