Freelance remote job Configuration Manager - Remote - Outside IR35

Configuration Manager - Remote - Outside IR35

Must have an active SC Clearance

The role covers configuration baselines, change control, status accounting, verification, auditing and CMDB management.
This position is suited to an experienced Configuration Manager with strong CMDB expertise who is comfortable working across development, quality assurance, systems engineering and senior stakeholder teams.

Configuration Manager Responsibilities

Identify, categorise, track and maintain Configuration Items (CIs), including servers, software, infrastructure and technical documentation.
Establish and maintain hardware, software and system configuration baselines.
Control configuration changes and ensure changes follow agreed governance, approval and implementation processes.
Support or lead Change Advisory Boards (CABs) and Configuration Control Boards (CCBs) where required.
Maintain accurate historical and current configuration records to provide full traceability.
Manage and maintain complex Configuration Management Databases (CMDBs).
Ensure CMDB information remains accurate, complete and aligned with the live technical environment.
Conduct configuration verification activities and audits to ensure actual configurations match authorised and recorded states.
Identify configuration discrepancies and coordinate appropriate corrective actions.
Maintain configuration status accounting and provide accurate reporting to programme and technical stakeholders.
Ensure technical documentation, software builds and system configurations meet regulatory, organisational and governance standards.
Work closely with developers, quality assurance teams, system engineers and senior stakeholders to maintain configuration integrity throughout the delivery lifecycle.

Configuration Manager Skills and Experience

Strong Configuration Management experience within complex technical environments.
High proficiency in structuring, maintaining and governing complex Configuration Management Databases (CMDBs).
Strong understanding of Configuration Items (CIs), configuration identification, baselines and configuration status accounting.
Experience managing hardware, software, infrastructure and documentation configurations.
Strong experience with configuration control and formal change management processes.
Experience supporting or leading Change Advisory Boards (CABs) or Configuration Control Boards (CCBs).
Strong configuration verification and auditing experience.
Experience with version control and configuration management tooling.
Strong understanding of governance, compliance and technical documentation requirements.
Experience maintaining configuration traceability throughout the system lifecycle.
Strong cross-functional leadership skills with experience working across development, quality assurance, systems engineering and operational teams.
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, including engagement with senior stakeholders.

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Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted CVs will be contacted.


Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance.

An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience.

Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.