Software Configuration Chief

Description SAIC is seeking a highly experiencedSoftware Configuration Manager (SCM)Chief to support a mission-critical Department of the Air ForceC3BM program, ensuring operational readiness and consistency of advanced software systems across ground nodes, aerial nodes, and cloud environments. This role focuses onmanaging software configurations, version control, and integration processeswhile ensuring compliance with DoD and program requirements. The Senior SCM will collaborate with Field Service Representatives (FSRs), government stakeholders, and mission partners to maintain consistent software assets, troubleshoot deployment issues, and oversee enterprise-level software configuration management in secure environments. The majority of the work will be onsite in Arlington, VA but may requireCONUS/OCONUS travelto support ground or airborne mission systems. Key Responsibilities Software Configuration & Lifecycle: + Develop and implement configuration management (CM) processes and tools for mission-critical software systems, ensuring consistency, reliability, and compliance with DoD standards. + Manage version control systems, ensuring changes are properly logged, tracked, and documented. + Support ongoing integration and release management for ground and air nodes, ensuring proper versioning and deployments. Kubernetes Environments Support: + Configure and manage Kubernetes-based deployments, including zarf package integrations in secure, air-gapped environments. + Oversee troubleshooting of deployment-related network and software compatibility issues. Documentation & Reporting: + Maintain detailed software configuration logs, perform audits of baselines, and prepare metrics/reports for leadership. Providequarterly configuration management reports and KPIsto ensure operational clarity. + Track and analyze system trends and generate compliance updates for Government Program Offices. Compliance & Support: + Perform configuration inspections and audits to ensure adherence to DoD information security and software management standards. + Support end users and administrators with resolution of configuration issues, including troubleshooting and deployment of updates through approved ticketing systems. Qualifications Education: Bacheloru2019s degree (BA/BS) in Software Engineering, Computer Science, IT, or a related field. Experience: + A minimum of18 yearsof experience in software configuration management or related fields, including version control, deployment troubleshooting, and CM tool management. + Proven leadership experience managing software baselines across distributed teams and secure environments. + Expertise with enterprise-level CM processes for Kubernetes environments and cloud-based architectures. Certifications (At least one required): + Certified Configuration Management Professional (CCMP). + ITIL Certification(e.g., ITIL Foundation or Practitioner). + PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner)orCertified ScrumMaster (CSM). + CompTIA Security+or equivalent DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification. + Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). + Jira Certification(e.g., Atlassian Certified Jira Project Administration). Clearance: ActiveSECRET clearance, with eligibility forTop Secret/SCI. Technical Expertise: + Familiarity with Kubernetes platforms and deploying zarf packages in air-gapped environments. + Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps practices, and SBOM (Software Bill of Materials). Certifications such as: + Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA). + DevOps Institute Certified Configuration Manager. + AWS Certified DevOps Engineer u2013 ProfessionalorAWS Certified Solutions Architect u2013 Professional. + Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE). + Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert. Leadership Abilities: Proven ability to effectively present metrics, updates, and configuration strategies to senior leadership. REQNUMBER: 2600251SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit . For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability

Created: 2026-01-14