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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$80K - $95K *

Elevate enterprise endpoint management by supporting Microsoft Intune and MECM/SCCM. Collaborate with IT teams to implement, manage, and secure Windows, iOS, and Android devices in a co-managed enviro...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Discover innovative solutions as you champion Microsoft Intune and endpoint management, driving security, compliance, and operational efficiency across diverse devices and environments. Collaborate wi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Oversee the safe and efficient operation of plant equipment, ensuring compliance with safety regulations while collaborating with teams to optimize performance and maintain operational excellence...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Elevate the efficiency of packaging and PLC systems while leading technical teams to enhance quality and safety in manufacturing. Drive projects and resolve maintenance issues to ensure operational ex...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on designing and enhancing Teamcenter solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize PLM processes and drive continuous improvement in a hy...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on designing and enhancing Teamcenter solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve PLM processes, and managing deployment and lifecycle...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in enhancing operational excellence by driving maintenance and reliability initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maximize equipment uptime and foster a culture of con...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Lead and execute maintenance strategies while ensuring compliance, reliability, and operational continuity for facility infrastructure and equipment. Foster team development, prioritize projects, and...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$106K - $126K *

Optimize facility maintenance and equipment reliability in a high-speed manufacturing environment. Lead CAPEX initiatives, manage budgets, and ensure compliance while fostering team development and dr...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading onsite construction management for VA healthcare projects. Ensure compliance with standards, oversee schedules, and support successful project delivery while prioritizing p...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading low voltage projects, ensuring quality, safety, and financial performance while managing teams and client relationships to exceed expectations and drive operational excelle...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$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

$80K - $95K *

Drive excellence by supporting configuration management processes for critical defense programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and accuracy in hardware and software systems, enhan...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career by supporting critical configuration management processes for defense programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and accuracy in hardware and software systems whi...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing configuration management processes for critical defense programs, ensuring compliance and accuracy in hardware and software systems while collaborating with k...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of logistics and configuration management by overseeing critical processes for defense systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product support and optimize supply...

2 days 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...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $165K *

Drive exceptional service delivery by leading a skilled team of Implementation Consultants, ensuring successful deployment and adoption of connected operations solutions for enterprise clients while p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$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

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving the future of power generation by coordinating all project interfaces for large-scale facilities. Ensure successful delivery through expert management of engineering, procur...

Reposted today

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

$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...

3 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...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.