Configuration Management Specialist

Configuration Management Specialist

Client is seeking a Configuration Management Specialist to standardize and automate configuration across environments using modern Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices. The role will ensure consistency in development, test, and production environments while reducing deployment errors and supporting scalable infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage configuration automation scripts using Ansible, Puppet, or similar tools.
• Maintain version-controlled configuration baselines across all environments.
• Collaborate with DevSecOps and Infrastructure teams to ensure consistent CI/CD deployments.
• Implement GitOps practices for configuration validation and change management.
• Manage artifact repositories, deployment manifests, and release configurations.
• Monitor configuration drift and lead remediation strategies.
• Document configuration standards, processes, and operational procedures.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in configuration management across Linux-based environments.
• Proficiency with IaC tools (e.g., Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, or similar).
• Strong experience with Git, YAML, and scripting languages (Bash, Python).
• Familiarity with CI/CD tools and version control systems.
• Experience in regulated or secure environments (CJIS, HIPAA, etc.) is a plus.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.