Configuration Manager Jobs

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.

What Does a Configuration Manager Do?

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.

Common Responsibilities

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.

Skills and Qualifications

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 Career Opportunities

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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$115K - $122K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring operational excellence in facility management. Oversee maintenance, security, and logistics for a key military training center, ensuring readiness and complian...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Optimize financial operations by leading the implementation of PeopleSoft modules. Collaborate with IT and finance teams to ensure seamless integration and ongoing support, while serving as the expert...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by leveraging your ServiceNow expertise to enhance architecture, integrations, and data quality. Drive initiatives that establish a single source of truth through effective CMDB ma...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $170K *

Lead maintenance operations to ensure safety, reliability, and efficiency. Drive a proactive culture while managing a skilled team and collaborating across functions to enhance plant performance and s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Partner with us to drive sales success by building strong customer relationships, developing tailored solutions, and securing business opportunities in the industrial electrical and control automation...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Drive success by leading cross-functional projects that propel innovative drug development and compliance with regulatory standards, ensuring seamless project execution from scoping to implementation...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $112K *

Optimize program execution by managing cross-functional teams to ensure on-time delivery, quality, and financial performance. Leverage your expertise in supply chain and project management to drive re...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$115K - $130K *

Drive exceptional onboarding experiences by leading a team of Enterprise Onboarding Managers, ensuring high-quality implementations for complex clients while fostering collaboration across departments...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $145K *

Transform logistics operations by leading a high-performing team, enhancing efficiency, ensuring safety compliance, and driving continuous improvement in order fulfillment and inventory management...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$145K - $165K *

Unlock potential by leading on-site hardware deployments across multiple states, managing installation teams, and ensuring quality standards in senior living communities. Drive project success with ha...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Lead and optimize maintenance operations by developing your team and ensuring safety and performance of mechanical and electrical systems while driving continuous improvement across all maintenance ac...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $100K *

Manage construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery within budget. Foster collaboration among teams and clients while maintaining high standards for quality and safety...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

4 weeks ago

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

$86K *

Drive the full event lifecycle for multiple national events, leading a team of coordinators and managing complex logistics, budgets, and partnerships to ensure successful execution and continuous impr...

Today

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

$117K - $234K *

Partner with us to lead service operations for mission-critical data centers, driving growth and ensuring exceptional customer experiences across North America. Leverage your HVAC expertise to enhance...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $124K *

Advance the future of electric distribution engineering by leading teams, managing client relationships, and ensuring project success through effective procedures and collaboration. Drive operational...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$67K - $108K *

Drive healthcare innovation by leading cross-functional teams to implement key health plan products and initiatives. Shape strategies and execute implementation plans while ensuring compliance and col...

Rapid City, SDRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Optimize product data management by ensuring consistency, quality, and governance across systems. Collaborate with engineering and operations to support item creation and lifecycle, driving data integ...

Brossard, QCIn-Person

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Make your mark by leading construction projects in transportation, ensuring quality and adherence to contract requirements while managing a talented team and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Deliver technical leadership for major transportation projects across the Tennessee region. Collaborate with teams to ensure projects align with contractual and quality standards, oversee inspections...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Engage in overseeing construction projects from pre-construction to final acceptance, ensuring compliance with contracts and schedules. Utilize your leadership and technical skills to guide teams thro...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of inventory management by driving strategy and collaboration across teams. Own cross-functional processes while enhancing stock efficiency and reducing dead stock for optimal supply...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Empower teams to ensure safe, efficient building operations across multiple commercial properties while managing budgets, enhancing customer relationships, and driving service excellence in facility m...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing facility operations across multiple commercial properties, ensuring safety, efficiency, and exceptional service while developing strong teams and managing customer relati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$114K - $149K *

Lead construction projects by managing resources, ensuring quality, and driving productivity while maintaining compliance with regulations and enhancing safety standards...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$135K - $179K *

Drive successful construction projects by planning, organizing, and supervising teams while ensuring quality standards and budget compliance. Collaborate with subcontractors and enhance operational ef...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Configuration Manager do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.