Sr. Configuration Management Specialist - SECRET hybrid

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Configuration Management Specialist - SECRET Hybrid

Our client is a Canadian Defence and Public Safety focused organization based in Kanata, Ontario. Their cause, a noble one, is on the grow! Ideal candidate will be SECRET Level II cleared and reside in the Ottawa area, available for hybrid (DT Ottawa/Gatineau) but this role is open to any Canadian-based citizen, possibly 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  

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Benefits

full benefits, computer and other support, 4 weeks vacation.