DevOps | Configuration Manager

At i360technologies, we’re a team of driven professionals specializing in business consulting and technology services for federal agencies. We’re passionate about solving complex challenges through strategic thinking and innovative solutions. Since our founding in 1999, we’ve fostered a collaborative, fast-paced environment where initiative is recognized, professional growth is encouraged, and careers flourish. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits for full-time employees, and abundant opportunities for advancement. If you're motivated, solutions-oriented, and ready to make an impact, you’ll find a rewarding and supportive home at i360.

Overall responsibility for managing the FMS continuous integration/ continuous delivery (CI/CD) process, including overall system configuration, code and release management, along with driving improvements to the process. 

Configuration Management 

• Establish and maintain accurate configuration baselines for all program systems: 
• My Plan Administration Account (MyPAA) 
• Premium and Practitioner System (PPS) 
• Consolidated Financial System (CFS), and  
• Trust Accounting System (TAS) 
• Track all system changes, including source code, versioning, and documentation updates. 
• Use Azure Repos to manage code, configuration, and version control. 
• Coordinate updates to system configuration documentation during each release and annually with security teams. 
• Support system security audits by providing current configuration baselines and supporting documentation. 

DevOps Pipeline Management 

• Manage the CI/CD pipeline using Azure DevOps Server to deploy code across environments (Development, Test, Production). 
• Ensure all development activities follow approved processes for code promotion, quality control, and deployment readiness. 
• Maximize use of Azure Pipelines for efficient and automated deployment processes. 
• Support automated deployments across all environments, including coordination with ITIOD and third-party vendors. 

Environment Management 

• Coordinate with ITIOD and vendors (e.g., Oracle, BNY Mellon, Eagle) for infrastructure access, patching, and upgrades. 
• Ensure timely preparation and configuration of development, test, UAT, and production environments. 
• Validate that systems are aligned with infrastructure and integration changes (e.g., OS, middleware, database upgrades). 

Release and Change Control 

• Support the Change Control Board by documenting configuration changes and level of effort. 
• Maintain audit-ready records of changes introduced during releases and hotfixes. 
• Ensure all configuration and code changes comply with Information Technology Solutions Life Cycle Management (ITSLCM) policies. 

Automation and Quality Assurance 

• Integrate automated testing into the CI/CD pipeline for regression testing, smoke testing, and performance testing. 
• Monitor code quality through peer reviews and automated code analysis tools. 
• Address and resolve build and deployment issues in coordination with development and infrastructure teams. 

Documentation and Reporting 

• Maintain a current and complete repository of configuration-related documentation. 
• Provide monthly updates to system dashboards and sustainability roadmaps, including technology version status and planned upgrades. 
• Document deployment plans with detailed pre-, during-, and post-deployment tasks for each release. 

Security and Compliance 

• Ensure compliance with PBGC’s security standards, including support for POA&M corrective actions. 
• Maintain secure handling of Personally Identifiable Information (PII), ensuring no PII is used in development or stored in configuration tools. 
• Collaborate with the ISSM/ISSPO on updates to security controls related to configuration and code changes. 

Support for Agile and Backlog Management 

• Maintain and update configuration items aligned with product backlog items in Azure Boards. 
• Participate in sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives to ensure configuration activities align with Agile workflows. 
• Document configuration updates as part of release deliverables. 

• 3+ years as a DevOPS | Configuration Manager on IT development and modernization efforts. 
• 3+ years of experience with the Microsoft Azure DevOps toolset. 
• Specific focus on code/release management and pipeline automation. 
• Experience implementing and refining continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) initiatives in a cloud-hosted environment. 
• Experience implementing and refining CI/CD with third party managed service providers. 
• Demonstrated management and organizational skills. 
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills, including experience in presenting material to senior Government officials. 
• Workdays: Monday-Friday
• Must be a US Citizen or have a Permanent Resident Card.
• Demonstrated excellent customer service skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Power Point, and Excel
• Strong communication, presentation, analytical, and technical skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Bachelor’s degree or 8 years’ equivalent related experience.
• Must be able to clear a federal background investigation - Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation.

Benefits

• Referral Bonus
• (401k) Matching
• Eleven Paid Holidays
• Adoption Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Technology Reimbursement
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off (0-3 years, 15 Days | 3+ years, 20 Days)
• Perks at Work – Employee perks program to help you live a better, healthier life.

i360 is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Veteran/Disability
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or status within any other protected group. 

Only Direct Hires - No recruiting or staffing firms’ submissions will be considered.