Explore Configuration Manager jobs that pay $100,000 or more on Ladders. Configuration Managers help organizations maintain reliable, secure, and well-documented technology environments by overseeing how software, systems, and infrastructure are configured and changed. Browse vetted opportunities and find a role aligned with your experience, industry, and career goals.
Configuration Managers establish and maintain processes for identifying technology assets, controlling changes, tracking versions, and documenting system states. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on software releases, IT infrastructure, cloud environments, or configuration management databases (CMDBs). They collaborate with engineering, operations, security, and project teams to reduce risk and keep services consistent.
Typical responsibilities include developing configuration management plans, maintaining configuration records, coordinating change approvals, auditing systems for compliance, managing release documentation, and improving configuration workflows. Many roles also involve supporting incident response, automating routine tasks, and reporting on configuration status and risk.
Employers often seek experience with change control, version management, IT service management, technical documentation, and configuration auditing. Familiarity with tools such as ServiceNow, Git, Ansible, Puppet, or Chef may be useful, depending on the role. Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and cross-functional coordination skills are also important. Requirements vary by employer and industry.
Configuration Manager titles span sectors including technology, aerospace, defense, healthcare, finance, and government contracting. Related opportunities may include Senior Configuration Manager, Software Configuration Manager, IT Configuration Manager, Release Manager, and Configuration Management Lead. Browse current Ladders listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation for roles paying $100,000 or more.
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What does a Configuration Manager do?
A Configuration Manager maintains processes and records for technology assets, system versions, and approved changes. The role helps teams keep systems consistent, traceable, and aligned with operational or compliance requirements.
What qualifications are commonly required for Configuration Manager jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly look for experience in change control, configuration tracking, technical documentation, auditing, and IT or software operations. Relevant tools and certifications may be requested for specific roles.
Which tools do Configuration Managers use?
Tools depend on the work. Common examples include ServiceNow and other IT service management platforms, Git for version control, and automation tools such as Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
What industries hire Configuration Managers?
Configuration Managers work across technology, aerospace, defense, healthcare, finance, government contracting, and other sectors that need controlled, well-documented systems and technology changes.
Are Configuration Manager jobs available for $100,000 or more?
Yes. Senior and specialized Configuration Manager roles may offer salaries of $100,000 or more, depending on factors such as location, industry, responsibilities, and experience. Ladders focuses on professional jobs at this compensation level.