Onsite
Amentum is hiring a Software Configuration Management Specialist III to lead configuration auditing, status accounting, and release coordination in support of Navy operations at our Portsmouth, VA location.
Tasking will include:
- Provide Software Configuration Management support to the Functional Configuration Manager.
- Assist lead in implementing a controlled change process that fits within all functional areas of the development group.
- Ensure adherence and devotion to augmenting the organization’s development and change management process.
- Attend Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), Release Readiness Reviews (RRR), and Installation Readiness Reviews (IRRS) and provide CM Lead decisions on approving or disapproving TRR, RRR, and IRRs for test events or release.
- Provide configuration status accounting by recording and reporting necessary information on the development process up to and including the Local Configuration Change Board (LCCB) and Engineering Change Requests (ECR’s).
- Participate and provide configuration management feedback for LCCB agenda and meetings.
- Coordinate the release delivery efforts for all software releases to all sites.
- Coordinate with functional leads on configuration auditing to ensure that software configurations are complaint with respect to their requirements, documentation, and software design.
- Participate and provide feedback for software reviews, processes, development, and regression test events, Engineering Change proposals, and the Local Configuration Control Board.
- Develop process related documents to facilitate team interactions related to the software configuration management process.
Minimum Requirements:
Must have an active Secret US government clearance. Note: US citizenship is required to maintain a Secret clearance.
Must meet eligibility requirements for Top Secret and/or Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) from an accredited institution, or equivalent experience.
Ten years of experience. Experience must include 5+ years supporting US Navy Communications systems including: Design, Development, Test and Evaluation, Network Protocols, LAN administration fundamentals, and UNIX and Windows-based operation systems.
Must possess one of the following active certifications: CISSP, CISA, CISM, GLSC, CASP, CCNP, Security+, SSCP, A+, or Network+ to meet DOD 8570 compliance requirements.
Ability to obtain one of the following certifications within 18 months of hire date: Professional Software Engineering Master (PSEM)/ Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) (Previously known as Certified Software Engineering Professional (CSEP)), or with COR approval complete a vendor/platform specific certification (e.g., Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer (MCSD), Microsoft Certified Applications Developer (MCAD), Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA), Sun Certified Professional (SCP), Red Hat Certification Program (RHCP), CISCO Certified Network Professional (CCNP), Oracle Certified Professional (OCP)).
Excellent communication an analytical skills.
Knowledge of computer systems and integrated software application programs.
Preferred Qualifications:
Software experience that includes: CM Pro, MBPS, or Sailor
Active Top Secret (TS) or TS/SCI US government clearance. Note: US citizenship is required to maintain a TS or TS/SCI clearance.
Compensation Details:
US: $100,000 - $110,000
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
05/04/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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