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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$114K - $252K *

Join as a strategic leader driving large-scale federal capture initiatives, shaping opportunities through customer engagement and competitive analysis. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to secur...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$114K - $252K *

Lead the strategic capture process for large federal contracts, driving opportunity engagement, win strategies, and cross-functional team collaboration to achieve successful outcomes. Elevate your car...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead risk management initiatives for large-scale construction projects, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Drive proactive risk assessment and mitigatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $170K *

Lead risk management initiatives for large-scale construction projects, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Drive proactive risk assessment and mitigatio...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $170K *

Optimize risk management strategies for large-scale construction projects, ensuring effective communication and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams. Drive proactive assessments and reporting...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$156K - $203K *

Optimize our infrastructure and drive automation as a DevOps Engineer, implementing solutions in AWS and Kubernetes. Collaborate with teams to enhance service reliability, scalability, and performance...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the future of portfolio management by overseeing project alignment, governance, and strategic planning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance tools and processes, ensuring effective...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$87K - $151K *

Engage in a Mid-Senior RMF ISSE role, managing security and privacy risks through structured processes, assessments, and continuous monitoring to ensure systems maintain Authorizations to Operate (ATO...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $178K *

Elevate project execution by assessing engineering deliverables for constructability, supporting alignment between design and field operations, and advising on construction methodologies to enhance sa...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$61K - $129K *

Transform reliability and maintainability processes by leading lifecycle planning, optimizing resources, and enhancing system performance through cross-functional collaboration and innovative engineer...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $165K *

Lead the charge in enhancing security operations by managing personnel, physical, and industrial security programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and responsiveness to operational demand...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $165K *

Champion security excellence by managing personnel, physical, and industrial security programs. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and responsiveness, enhancing operational effectiveness in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional MEP project management for large-scale construction. Leverage your engineering expertise to manage stakeholders, ensure compliance, and drive pro...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$96K - $195K *

Unlock potential by leading BIM strategies for architectural projects, fostering innovation and collaboration across teams, and enhancing workflows to ensure high-quality outcomes and client satisfact...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of information security by architecting robust solutions and leading development efforts. Leverage your expertise to enhance systems and ensure compliance in a dy...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$74K - $128K *

Lead project execution initiatives, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining safety, quality, and customer satisfaction. Collaborate across teams to optimize resource management and stakeholder enga...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Champion innovative care management strategies to enhance member outcomes, reduce costs, and improve clinical performance. Lead a diverse team in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance and fosteri...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$68K - $102K *

Support customer satisfaction by troubleshooting and repairing complex systems. Collaborate with teams to implement solutions, perform maintenance, and suggest product enhancements, ensuring timely se...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Innovate within the ICAM governance landscape, leading strategic initiatives and ensuring compliance with federal standards. Collaborate across teams to enhance identity management and drive successfu...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in ICAM governance and change management, ensuring alignment with federal standards and seamless integration across enterprise platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance ident...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $145K *

Manage and execute complex programs supporting defense intelligence, ensuring quality, cost, and schedule adherence across global operations. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive mission success and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $163K *

Join a dynamic team as a Quality Management System/CAPA Specialist, driving compliance and continuous improvement in a highly regulated environment. Leverage your expertise to enhance processes, suppo...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $130K *

Elevate project execution by managing fire and life safety systems, ensuring compliance, budget adherence, and quality control. Collaborate with teams and clients to deliver seamless installations and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Drive engineering excellence by collaborating on projects ensuring compliance with standards. You will troubleshoot challenges and develop moderate solutions while managing schedules, specifications...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $200K *

Elevate your career by managing end-to-end commissioning processes for advanced technology projects. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure compliance and quality in data centers, pharmaceuticals, a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.