IT Configuration Manager Jobs

IT Configuration Managers oversee the processes, tools, and standards that keep technology environments consistent, documented, and reliable. They help organizations control changes to hardware, software, systems, and infrastructure while supporting security, compliance, and operational goals. Explore vetted IT Configuration Manager opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

What IT Configuration Managers Do

Responsibilities often include maintaining configuration management databases and asset records, defining configuration baselines, coordinating change reviews, and ensuring updates are tested, approved, and documented. These managers may partner with infrastructure, application development, cybersecurity, operations, and compliance teams to reduce configuration drift and improve service reliability.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek experience with IT service management and configuration management practices, change control, asset lifecycle management, and enterprise infrastructure. Familiarity with platforms such as ServiceNow, configuration automation tools, cloud environments, and ITIL principles can be valuable. Strong communication, analytical, documentation, and project coordination skills are also important.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

IT Configuration Manager titles can vary by organization and may overlap with configuration management, IT asset management, change management, and infrastructure governance roles. Senior positions may involve leading teams, establishing enterprise standards, managing audits, and advising technology leaders. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find opportunities aligned with their expertise.

Find IT Configuration Manager Jobs on Ladders

Browse IT Configuration Manager jobs to compare responsibilities, requirements, and compensation details. Use Ladders to discover professional opportunities and identify roles that match your experience in IT operations, systems management, and technology governance.

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$80K - $95K *

Develop and implement innovative solutions using Microsoft Fabric, AI, and Power Automate. Collaborate with teams to enhance operational efficiency and customer offerings while driving automation and...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by supporting secure, mission-critical systems. As a Windows System Administrator Level 2, you'll manage configurations, ensure compliance, and collaborate with security teams to m...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a hands-on leadership role overseeing maintenance operations across affordable residential properties, ensuring safety, efficiency, and compliance while fostering team developmen...

4 days ago

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

$88K - $105K *

Join a dynamic team to manage IT project lifecycles, oversee software development, and enhance system functionality. Utilize Agile methodologies to ensure successful implementation while evaluating co...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Unlock comprehensive cybersecurity solutions by managing RMF services, ensuring compliance, and coordinating system validations. Collaborate with teams to enhance security protocols and maintain criti...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead the internal IT environment, enhance employee tech experience, manage Microsoft cloud platforms, and collaborate with stakeholders to drive operational excellence and project success. Hands-on le...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $126K *

Drive strategic leadership in instructional computing and hardware lifecycle management, overseeing academic technologies and device operations across diverse learning environments while collaborating...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive security innovation by safeguarding information assets through technical controls, incident response, and team collaboration. Enhance organizational security awareness and ensure robust protecti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$86K - $181K *

Engineer robust cloud and hybrid infrastructures, ensuring secure access and efficient CI/CD tools for development teams. Drive system design and integration while maintaining high availability and se...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's enhancing secure communications for U.S. diplomatic posts. You'll engineer cryptographic systems, support a global network, and provide critical Tier II and III support, ensuring mi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Shape the future of corporate live events by leading display technology initiatives. Oversee design, technical direction, and team development for LED and projection systems, ensuring excellence acros...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $115K *

Shape the future of warehouse automation by leading maintenance teams to ensure optimal performance of advanced systems. Drive continuous improvement and foster collaboration in a fast-paced, high-vol...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Manage a dynamic team to drive operational excellence, enhance profitability, and ensure client satisfaction through effective workforce planning and strategic resource utilization...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of technology services by providing strategic leadership and operational excellence. Oversee IT solutions, manage vendor relationships, and ensure alignment with agency priorities whi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing technology services and operations. Lead strategic initiatives, manage resources, and ensure operational excellence while delivering secure, efficient solutio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $110K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$116K - $130K *

Make your mark at a pivotal role providing technical support for a COTS software solution, ensuring seamless operations and a positive user experience for federal customers through effective troublesh...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$95K - $115K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$85K - $95K *

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6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $200K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does an IT Configuration Manager do?question toggle

    An IT Configuration Manager establishes and oversees processes for documenting, controlling, and maintaining the configurations of an organization's technology assets and services. The role often includes managing baselines, change controls, configuration records, and coordination across IT teams.

  • What qualifications are common for IT Configuration Manager jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for experience in IT operations, configuration or asset management, change control, and service management. Knowledge of ITIL practices, configuration management databases, enterprise systems, cloud platforms, and tools such as ServiceNow may be useful. Requirements vary by employer.

  • How much do IT Configuration Managers earn?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as location, experience, industry, and scope of responsibility. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, where available salary information can help candidates assess opportunities.

  • What roles are related to IT Configuration Manager jobs?question toggle

    Related titles may include Configuration Manager, IT Asset Manager, Change Manager, Configuration Management Lead, and Infrastructure Governance Manager. Job titles and responsibilities differ across organizations.

  • Where can I find IT Configuration Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore IT Configuration Manager listings on Ladders to find vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.