Junior Configuration Management Analyst

Position Overview

Cole Engineering Services is seeking a detail-oriented professional to support configuration management processes for a high-priority Department of Defense simulation and training capability. The selected individual will work closely with the Senior CM Analyst and internal and external program stakeholders to manage program deliverables and enable the Dev Ops deliveries and processes.

• Support configuration, change, and release management processes by maintaining records, documentation, and tracking artifacts.
• Assist with preparation and distribution of release documentation and change communications.
• Maintain configuration records, SOPs, and documentation for audit and compliance purposes.
• Assist senior analyst with data reconciliation and change tracking activities.
• Provide status updates and documentation support for stakeholders and reporting requirements.
• Contribute to process improvement through identification of documentation gaps and inconsistencies.
• Responsible for configuration identification of software and documentation, including assigning unique  and ensuring version control.
• Organize and support recurring Configuration Control Board meetings and facilitate the change process to ensure only approved and validated changes are incorporated into program products.
• Communicate with SMEs, development teams, engineers, technicians, training teams, and customer personnel.
• Develop, facilitate, and support the implementation of CM processes.
• Track CDRL due dates, ensuring timely delivery and configuration control of all versions.
• Participate in joint stakeholder IPTs and team meetings.
• Perform and support audits to verify that requirements of all baselines have been met.

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business administration, or related discipline from an accredited university or college. Experience related to the functions described in the job description may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree. Minimum 1–2 years configuration management or change management experience.
• Minimum 1 year exposure to Agile software development life cycles.
• Experience with Confluence and Jira.
• Experience with Git Lab.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word.
• Basic knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe Acrobat Professional.
• Experience with Linux operating systems.
• Problem‑solving skills and a proactive mindset.
• Must be able to take initiative, communicate with team members, and identify and resolve potential issues.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Preferred experience in federal IT environments.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written are required.

Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S. Citizenship status with ability to obtain a SECRET to TOP SECRET security clearance. Security Clearance requirements will be specified in the Government's Task Order.

CESI recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise. Our benefit package includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
• Wellness Program
• 401(k) Matching
• Disability (Short Term & Long Term)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Education & Training
• Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, Military Leave, Bereavement and Jury Duty)

CESI is committed to principles of inclusion and equal employment opportunity. We foster a non‑discriminatory, professional work environment for all our teams. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status.