Project / Configuration Manager

Purpose and Impact:

Are you interested in using your skills to help shape the Cyber, Security, & Intel space? If so, look no further. Amentum is seeking a Mid- to Senior-level Project / Configuration Manager to join our team of passionate individuals at Ft. Meade, MD. In this role you will support challenging, mission-critical projects that have a direct impact on the nation's security and intelligence mission.

In support of the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), the Intel and Cyber Division is assembling a team to support a program that provides critical IT capabilities to the Department of Defense. We are committed to recruiting and retaining this team beyond prototype development and testing, to provide long-term integration, deployment, operation and maintenance as needed.

Candidates interested in joining the team must be critical thinkers, have a strong work ethic, and be able to work independently or as a member of a team in a dynamic environment that supports a crucial and rewarding mission. We value candidates who are detail-oriented and can think and react quickly to emerging and unique problem sets. To be successful, you must be able to rapidly adapt to a fast-paced pre-production environment, providing direction and guidance to members of a cross-functional team of engineers and cyber security professionals.

Work Schedule: 8 hours per day, Monday through Friday

Essential Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities of the Project / Configuration Manager include, but are not limited to the following:

• Support a complex hybrid/Agile IT project driven by an Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) with logic-tied IMS milestones and task completion dates
• Execute disciplined Sprint kickoff/planning meetings while ensuring alignment to contract deliverables and IMS milestones
• Manage all Sprint performance metrics and reporting, driving consistent 90%+ Sprint-completion rates through daily planning and coaching of team leads
• Lead Agile ceremonies including Sprint planning, reviews, retrospectives, and daily scrums
• Work with project stakeholders to continually refine the backlog and align user stories to IMS task completion dates and milestones
• Prevent Sprint overcommitment by refining team velocities, enforcing realistic planning, and holding teams accountable to agreed-upon commitments
• Support customer-facing engagements and provide recurring reports and briefings as required
• Coach team eads in Agile best practices in a hybrid environment, reinforcing accountability, transparency, and delivery discipline
• Maintain and manage configuration management databases (CMDB)
• Oversee software and hardware version control
• Monitor and audit configuration changes to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures
• Develop and implement configuration management plans, policies, and procedures
• Track and manage configuration items (CIs) and their relationships
• Generate and present reports on configuration statuses to management
• Provide training and guidance to staff on configuration management tools and processes

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands: Employee will work in a SCIF on a daily basis.

Minimum Requirements (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• Experience working in a DoD classified environment
• 5 (five) years of experience as a Project Manager or Scrum Master on government or large-scale IT programs
• 5 (five) years of experience as a Configuration Manager on Government or large IT programs
• Strong understanding of configuration management principles, processes, and best practices
• Proficiency with configuration management tools such as Microsoft Endpoint Configuration Manager (formerly SCCM), Ansible, Puppet, or Chef
• Experience with version control systems, such as Git
• Knowledge of ITIL and COBIT frameworks
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
• Successful experience improving Sprint performance and eliminating workflow compliance gaps
• Exceptional attention to detail, excellent verbal and written communication skills, and strong organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills

Clearance Required:

• Must have active Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility

Minimum Education:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or IT related field, or an additional five (5) years of experience with Configuration or IT Project Management

Minimum Years of Experience:

• 5 (five) years of experience as a Project Manager or Scrum Master on government or large-scale IT programs
• 5 (five) years of experience as a Configuration Manager on Government or large IT programs

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP, PMI-ACP, or Certified Scrum Master (CSM)
• Atlassian certification or demonstrated advanced expertise with Jira/Confluence
• Familiarity with ITILv4
• Previous experience as an IT Network or Systems Engineer
• Experience developing IT checklists, SOPs, guides, etc.

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Compensation Details:
170000

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:
04/02/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum 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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