Configuration Management Analyst
San Diego, CA, United States
Configuration Management Analyst page is loaded Configuration Management Analyst Apply locations San Diego, CA Penn State University Park time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id REQ_0000054192 APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
We are searching for a self-motivated and highly experienced Configuration Manager (CM) to join our DevSecOps Department/Cyber, Modeling and Simulation Division at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State University. ARL/Penn State’s purpose is to develop innovative solutions to challenging national problems in support of the Navy, DoD, and Intel communities engineering and technology needs. As a Configuration Management Analyst, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and consistency of our software and hardware configurations. You will have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies and collaborate with a talented team of professionals to support our clients' missions. If you are a detail-oriented, organized individual with a strong background in configuration management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Tasking will include assisting in the design and implementation of a CM process; manage and maintain hardware and software configuration items and related engineering documentation; support product development / manufacturing handover / takeover, and help guide efforts and product life cycle.
You will:
Assist in the selection and evaluation of the best technology to support program development, assist in defining processes and standards, and maintain required documentation to be implemented at the Undersea Systems Office level. Communications, Information, and Navigation Office level.
Evaluate and facilitate orderly management of technical and/or engineering changes to hardware, software, and technical data
Work closely with other stakeholders, both internal and external to the organization; participate in internal and external customer meetings
Provide technical leadership to resolve configuration management issues during product and project lifecycles.
Develop and provide training, advice, and guidance for the integration of new technologies, environment, and processes to the engineering departments
Work regularly with ARL IT personnel to maintain and configure tools on server(s) and clients, manage licenses, establish a level of automation if possible and access controls
Develop Software Configuration Management metrics reports
Develop and implement configuration management processes and procedures in accordance with industry best practices and company standards.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and document configuration items, including software, hardware, and related documentation.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date configuration management databases and repositories.
Conduct audits and reviews to ensure consistency and accuracy of configuration items.
Identify and resolve configuration discrepancies and issues in a timely manner.
Provide guidance and support to team members on configuration management processes and procedures.
Continuously monitor and improve configuration management processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
Work closely with project managers and stakeholders to ensure all configuration changes are properly documented and approved.
Communicate and report on configuration management status and progress to project teams and management.
Stay current with industry trends and advancements in configuration management practices and tools.
Train and mentor junior configuration management team members.
Collaborate with software development teams to ensure proper version control and release management.
Participate in customer meetings and provide technical expertise on configuration management matters.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
This position can be filled at multiple levels depending on education and experience. Typical requirements include a Bachelor’s Degree or higher; 3+ years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Higher level positions require additional education and/or experience.
Required skills/experience areas include:
Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
Industry or US Government practices for configuration management
Knowledge of tools used to implement a successful configuration management program (such as source control tools, problem tracking tools, etc.)
Effectiveness at presenting in front of management, engineers, or sponsors, or in reports/written communication, conveying information to drive to action or decision
Past success collaborating in a multi-disciplinary team environment, at all levels of an organization, and in a variety of cultures and backgrounds
Proven ability to provide quality results with minimal supervision
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Preferred skills/experience areas include:
Siemens TeamCenter, Atlassian JIRA
An active government security clearance
Skills or background in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or skill in programming and scripting languages (such as C, C++, Python, Perl, etc.)
Your working location will be on-site in San Diego, CA
The pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$76,700.00 - $129,500.00 Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
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