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Configuration Management Specialist - SECRET WFH or Hybrid Kanata
Our client is a Canadian Defence and Public Safety focused organization based in Kanata, Ontario. Their cause, a noble ie, is on the griow! Ideal candidate will be SECRET Level II cleared and reside in the Ottawa area, but this role is open to any Canadian-based citizen, working remotely, but in-line with general Eastern Standard time working hours.
Responsibilities:∙Develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive CM plans and procedures
∙Manage configuration identification, control, status accounting, and auditing of
software elements
∙Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for configuration
management
∙Provide support to team members on configuration management tools and
processes
∙Conduct audits and reviews of software within the LC4ISR System of Systems to
verify current software status, most recent updates, end-of-support dates, and
licensing
∙Make recommendations to internal and external stakeholders on software life-
cycling
∙Collaborate with external partners and stakeholders to manage configuration
data and information sharing
∙Track the current status of software items in development and in use
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∙Track software items being decommissioned or replaced
Archive software items being discontinued from further development
∙Linking in with the Build Books team to archive the latest software builds
∙Manage ITAR/CGP requirements applicable to specific software items
∙Maintain data filing processes & registries
∙Maintain any data exchanges (i.e. secure FTP) required to move the software from
system to system
∙Manage the software Configuration Item (CI) environment
∙Conduct research to find better CM/DM tools
Qualifications:
∙Must possess an active SECRET security clearance
∙Must be eligible to be vetted as part of the Controlled Goods Program (CGP)
∙Minimum of 10 years of industry experience to qualify as a Senior CM specialist
∙Proficiency in CM tools such as Confluence, IBM Rational ClearCase, Jira, or
similar
∙Experience with software life-cycle management is an asset
∙Experience with software obsolescence is important
∙Experience in Data Management (DM) and Configuration Management (CM) best
practices
∙Certificate in Information Management, or a related field, or equivalent
experience
∙Experience with MS Office, especially MS Excel and Sharepoint
∙Experience with data gathering using Google and AI tools
∙Familiarity with DOORS is an asset
∙Good understanding of software development methodologies and best practices.
∙Understanding of Controlled Goods Program and ITAR processes is desired
∙Knowledge of SAFe Agile principles
∙Understanding of the DND organization is an asset
∙Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail are a must
∙Exceptional oral and written communication skills are a must
∙Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Apply on-line or directly to The Source by sending your resume to jobs@thesourcestaffing. com Quote the job title in the subject line
Benefits
full benefits, computer and other support, 4 weeks vacation.