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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$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...

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  •   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

$141K - $187K *

Take ownership of construction projects, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely completion through effective planning, supervision, and resource management while meeting operational standards and bu...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $105K *

Drive inventory management excellence by leading cross-functional teams to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in a high SKU environment through best practices and lean methodologies...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Manage and optimize maintenance operations in a dynamic 24/7 environment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while leading a skilled team to enhance equipment reliability and production effic...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Transform logistics strategy and execution for critical part recovery, enhancing customer experience and operational efficiency. Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve part availability issues and...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Manage the financial success of construction projects, coordinating with Architects, Engineers, and Owners to ensure timely completion within budget, while maintaining strong communication and documen...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by overseeing comprehensive facilities and capital projects. Lead facility maintenance, ensure compliance, manage relationships, and drive improvements for operational excellence...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead transformative quality engineering initiatives, ensuring successful testing strategies and governance across complex technology programs while collaborating with stakeholders to drive operational...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $112K *

Transform the future of testing by leading a team in automating and enhancing AI solutions. Leverage your expertise in Playwright and Generative AI to drive innovation and ensure quality across projec...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$96K - $112K *

Empower the testing landscape by leading automation efforts, mentoring teams, and integrating Generative AI solutions. Drive the migration to Playwright while enhancing testing frameworks and collabor...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$92K - $113K *

Lead the charge in managing complex global accounts, coordinating operations and sales teams to exceed customer expectations, ensure financial performance, and drive account growth. Foster strong rela...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$81K - $111K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance processes, ensure safety, and deliver exceptional customer service while managing daily operations and driving continuous improvemen...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Champion logistics excellence by leading shipping teams across multiple sites, ensuring efficient order processing, compliance with safety standards, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to o...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$126K - $217K *

Join us in leading a major factory expansion project, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure successful execution from planning through operational readiness, while managi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$126K - $217K *

Transform your career by leading a major factory expansion project, coordinating cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure successful execution from planning through operational readiness...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K *

Lead strategic program initiatives, overseeing projects to achieve business goals, ensuring quality and stakeholder engagement, while fostering team collaboration and managing program performance metr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $155K *

Drive operational excellence by leading maintenance teams to ensure optimal performance of production equipment and systems. Implement preventive and predictive maintenance strategies to enhance safet...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.