Configuration Manager

OverviewSystems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted. The SLA Analysis Group’s mission is to deliver objective analyses, plans and strategies to US Navy, US Marine Corps, USAF, other DoD, and Australian Defence Force clients to support technology development, acquisition, delivery and sustainment decisions. The group provides the core of SPA thought leadership on Undersea Strategy, Software Development and Cost Estimating, with additional benchmark capabilities in AI/ML & Decision Analytics, Modeling and Simulation, and Future Force Assessments.SPA has a need for a Configuration Manager to maintain accurate, controlled records of software, databases, systems, and network configurations supporting AF/A10 missions, the Foreign Clearance Program, and APACS. These roles ensure changes are reviewed, documented, and implemented in a disciplined, auditable manner across multiple environments.ResponsibilitiesMaintain configuration baselines, version histories, inventories, and documentation for applications, databases, hardware, and networked systems.Support change‑control processes and configuration control boards by reviewing proposed changes, preparing release packages, and coordinating deployments and cutovers with operations and system administrators.Verify and update configuration records after changes, ensuring accuracy and auditability across environments.Contribute to configuration‑management process improvement and help maintain CM repositories, tools, and reporting used by leadership and cybersecurity teams.QualificationsRequired4+ years of experience in software, database, or IT system configuration management, asset tracking, or related enterprise‑level functionsFamiliarity with version‑control systems, release‑management practices, and basic networking or system architecture conceptsStrong organizational and documentation skills with attention to detailActive Secret clearance or eligibilityDesiredExperience with CMDBs, ITSM tools, RMF documentation, audit activities, or compliance inspectionsBackground in database configuration, data‑model versioning, or enterprise network configurationPay Range InformationAt SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $100,000.00/Yr. - USD $135,000.00/Yr.Job SummaryID: 2026-23131Category: Strategy, Policy, & Advisory ServicesSecurity Clearance Requirement: SecretType: Regular Full-TimeLevel: Senior