Configuration Management Analyst Jobs

Configuration Management Analyst jobs are open across defense, aerospace, government contracting, and healthcare IT, from entry-level to senior and lead, with specializations in CMDB administration, ITSM process governance, and software asset management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles216+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerL3Harris
Top citySan Diego, CA
Work type52% On-site
Top industryElectronics

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Experienced Configuration & Data Management Engineer
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Experienced Configuration & Data Management Engineer
Boeing
Berkeley, Missouri
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
UI/UX Design
$104k - $140k/yr
Bachelor's degree in Physics
10,000+

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Senior Manager, Change & Configuration Management Amazon Leo, D2D Software
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Senior Manager, Change & Configuration Management Amazon Leo, D2D Software
Amazon.com
Redmond, Washington
Customer Support
Software Engineering
Technical Program Management
$195k - $263k/yr
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Manager, Product Life Cycle & Configuration Management
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Manager, Product Life Cycle & Configuration Management
Eaton
Highland, Illinois
Cloud Engineering
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
$130k - $190k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Configuration Data Management Analyst
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Configuration Data Management Analyst
SAIC
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Business Analysis
Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
$120k - $160k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's degree in information technology
10,000+

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Configuration Management Analyst/Management Analyst, ​Journeyman
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Configuration Management Analyst/Management Analyst, ​Journeyman
StraCon Services Group, LLC.
Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Maryland
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Data Analytics
$73k - $110k/yr
Bachelor of Science
2-10

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Configuration Management Analyst Job Market

Who's Hiring

L3Harris9 open roles
Amazon6 open roles
Northrop Grumman6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Electronics & Hardware
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in configuration management analyst jobs.

  • Experience administering a CMDB in ServiceNow, BMC Remedy, or a comparable ITSM platform
  • Familiarity with ITIL v4 framework and configuration management process ownership
  • Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field
  • Experience conducting configuration audits and reconciling CI discrepancies
  • Knowledge of change management processes and their relationship to configuration control
  • CompTIA A+, ITIL Foundation certification, or equivalent credentials preferred

Tips for Your Configuration Management Analyst Job Search

Tailor your resume to ITIL and ITSM

Configuration management analyst postings almost always call out ITIL v4 and ITSM frameworks by name. List the specific processes you've owned, such as change control, asset discovery, or CI reconciliation, rather than describing CM work in generic terms.

Highlight your CMDB tool experience clearly

Hiring managers scan for specific tools: ServiceNow, BMC Remedy, Jira Service Management, or Cherwell. Name the exact platform, the version if relevant, and whether you built discovery rules, managed relationships, or ran audits rather than simply saying you used the system.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists configuration management analyst openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings by clearance requirement

A large share of configuration management analyst openings in defense and federal contracting require a security clearance. If you hold an active Secret or Top Secret clearance, filter for those roles first since cleared candidates are in short supply and move through hiring faster.

Prepare a configuration audit walk-through story

Interviewers frequently ask you to describe a CMDB audit or a CI discrepancy you resolved. Prepare a specific example that covers how you identified the gap, the remediation steps you took, and how you validated the fix, since vague answers are a common reason candidates are passed over.

Negotiate by citing scope, not just title

When discussing compensation, anchor your ask to the number of CIs you manage, the environments covered, or the compliance frameworks you support. Quantifying scope gives you a defensible position and separates you from candidates who argue seniority by years of experience alone.

Configuration Management Analyst Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most configuration management analysts?

L3Harris, Amazon, and Northrop Grumman are hiring the most configuration management analysts right now, with openings concentrated in California, Virginia, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Defense contractors and federal IT services firms account for a large portion of active openings.

How many configuration management analyst jobs are remote?

About 48% of configuration management analyst openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though the share varies by sector. ITSM and CMDB governance roles at commercial firms tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while positions tied to classified government networks or on-site data centers typically require in-person work.

How do you become a configuration management analyst?

Start with a degree in IT, computer science, or systems engineering, then build hands-on experience with an ITSM platform such as ServiceNow or BMC Remedy in a helpdesk, IT operations, or systems administrator role. Earning an ITIL Foundation certification signals that you understand the process framework employers expect. From there, move into a junior CM role focused on CMDB data quality, CI discovery, or change advisory board support to build direct configuration management experience before targeting analyst-level postings.

Can you get hired as a configuration management analyst with little experience?

Yes, entry-level configuration management analyst roles do exist, particularly at large IT service providers and federal contractors who train candidates on their specific CMDB environment. Your strongest path in is demonstrating ITIL Foundation certification, familiarity with any ITSM ticketing tool, and experience maintaining structured data, even from a helpdesk or IT asset management role. Highlighting any work where you tracked, reconciled, or audited records, however informal, closes the experience gap faster than credentials alone.

What does the configuration management analyst interview process look like?

Most hiring processes run three to four stages. A recruiter screen covers your background and tool experience, followed by a technical interview where you can expect questions on CMDB architecture, CI relationships, discovery methods, and how you handle audit discrepancies. A panel or hiring manager interview typically tests your understanding of ITIL change and release processes. For roles at government contractors, a background check and security clearance verification are added steps that can extend the overall timeline.

Where can I find and apply to configuration management analyst jobs?

You can find and apply to configuration management analyst jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience, clearance level, and preferred work arrangement, then apply directly to each listing.

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