How to hire a senior configuration manager

How to hire a senior configuration manager, step by step

Here's a step-by-step senior configuration manager hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a senior configuration manager job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new senior configuration manager
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   First, determine the employments status of the senior configuration manager you need to hire. Certain senior configuration manager roles might require a full-time employee, whereas others can be done by part-time workers or contractors.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A senior configuration manager's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, senior configuration managers from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   Here's a comparison of senior configuration manager salaries for various roles:

   Type of Senior Configuration Manager	Description	Hourly rate
   Senior Configuration Manager		$38-76
   Project Team Lead	A project team lead sets up the expectations for the team members. Project team leads are in charge of setting the direction for the team members... Show more	$38-65
   Manager Applications Development	An applications development manager is responsible for keeping businesses running smoothly and effectively through planning, coordinating, and overseeing all activities related to software applications. You will oversee the maintenance, upgrade, and support of existing applications and systems required for the smooth day-to-day operations of the business... Show more	$46-75

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Project Management
   • Database
   • Software Development
   • Version Control
   • ERP
   • Configuration Management Tools
   • Configuration Audits
   • Infrastructure
   • Source Code
   • Java
   • Configuration Management
   • ITIL
   • DOD
   • Linux

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   Responsibilities:

   • Manage periodic releases to QA and maintain the release update information.
   • Manage gathering of system requirements, infrastructure requirements and design for new systems.
   • Accomplish verification processes to accurately assign part numbers for BOM entries, reviews and approvals for propose design modifications.
   • Provide Linux scripting development and support and create queries with SQL.
   • Assist with CMDB tool selection and maintenance.
   • Perform a gap analysis to determine ITIL process needs.

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your senior configuration manager job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A senior configuration manager salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a senior configuration manager in North Dakota may be lower than in California, and an entry-level senior configuration manager usually earns less than a senior-level senior configuration manager. Additionally, a senior configuration manager with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average senior configuration manager salary

   $113,141yearly

   $54.39 hourly rate

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   Entry-level senior configuration manager salary

   $80,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 17, 2025

   Average senior configuration manager salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	California	$155,494	$75
   2	New York	$114,209	$55
   3	Connecticut	$113,801	$55
   4	Arizona	$113,158	$54
   5	Rhode Island	$113,033	$54
   6	District of Columbia	$110,610	$53
   7	Maryland	$109,121	$52
   8	Virginia	$108,715	$52
   9	Massachusetts	$108,544	$52
   10	Ohio	$107,442	$52
   11	Pennsylvania	$104,279	$50
   12	Illinois	$103,090	$50
   13	Texas	$102,833	$49
   14	Indiana	$101,965	$49
   15	Colorado	$101,530	$49
   16	Florida	$100,916	$49
   17	North Carolina	$100,850	$48
   18	Georgia	$99,425	$48
   19	Minnesota	$97,780	$47
   20	Tennessee	$83,488	$40

   Average senior configuration manager salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Amazon	$140,576	$67.58	145
   2	Magellan Health	$126,434	$60.79	1
   3	Intrepid Solutions and Services	$125,215	$60.20
   4	TENICA Global Solutions	$124,849	$60.02	6
   5	Prescient Edge	$124,818	$60.01
   6	Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (finra)	$118,969	$57.20
   7	Open Systems Technologies	$118,638	$57.04
   8	CVS Health	$117,506	$56.49	39
   9	Atrium	$114,497	$55.05	6
   10	Peraton	$113,045	$54.35	6
   11	DUCK CREEK TECHNOLOGIES, INC.	$110,366	$53.06
   12	Medtronic	$109,757	$52.77	11
   13	Liazon	$109,544	$52.67
   14	Booz Allen Hamilton	$108,158	$52.00	12
   15	Pwc	$107,798	$51.83	52
   16	Sherwin-Williams	$106,097	$51.01
   17	TISTA Science & Technology	$97,905	$47.07
   18	DaVita Kidney Care	$95,690	$46.00
   19	Comprehensive Health Holdings Inc	$95,101	$45.72
   20	Xator	$93,291	$44.85

4. Writing a senior configuration manager job description

   A job description for a senior configuration manager role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a senior configuration manager job description:

   Senior configuration manager job description example

   Sumaria requires a Senior Configuration Manager to support the F-16 program office.
   
   * Provide technical/logistics support services for F-16 systems, subsystems and programs in the areas of avionics, mechanical systems and structures; assist with CM technical data for specific country F-16 aircraft system and sub-systems; provide assistance to identify country specific baseline configurations; and, track and document country specific system and sub-systems configuration. Tasks include the actions and documentation required to monitor and track Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTOs) necessary in correcting deficiencies such as operating instructions, overhaul or repair procedures, and/or modifications to the aircraft
   * Provide support for technical input and recommendations for validation and verification aspects of the development and fielding of various Government and commercial publications and serve as the Single POC for country specific systems; participate as a CM member of Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to ensure CM is addressed; facilitate recommendations on program milestones and schedules, identify and assess risks, develop work breakdown structure (WBS), form/fit/function/interface and Class I vs. II determinations; coordinate with applicable functional groups to ensure CM processes and procedures are followed; assist with development and maintenance of technical data
   * Support trial installations, kit proofs, and TCTO/tech data verification; facilitate report findings, kit issues, corrective actions, and make recommendations to the responsible modification manager or Program Manager (PM); provide support to USAF material managers and prime Contractors to provide assistance in development of an accurate listing of recommended spares and support equipment items for sustainment of the F-16 fleet
   * Support coordination, program management and program review meetings; assist with the preparation of technical material, management presentations and informational material in support of meetings, minutes, agendas, and compilation of briefings
   * Assist in the review of technical data, drawings, and specifications to determine sources of manufacture and repair/maintenance; analyze and evaluate minor deviations in technical requirements
   * Participate as a member of the F-16 Configuration Control Process (CCP); facilitate support to receive, track and distribute CM Documentation for the F-16 CCP processes, which includes: JMCCT/B, MSP, and fielding design (FD); assist with the review of CM proposals for adequacy (proper format and completeness), including updating the single thread tracking system (STTS) as necessary
   * Support the Technical Review by coordinating participation of all members, preparing and distributing briefing charts or other items of discussion, setting up meeting room facilities, and acting as lead and facilitator of the review
   * Participate as a CM Single POC on IPTs to ensure CM is properly addressed; in conjunction with the PM, assist in the establishment of program milestones and schedules, identify and assess risks, develop WBS, form/fit/function/interface and Class I vs. II determinations; assist to ensure CM processes and procedures are adhered to
   * Support CM control over all Temporary T-1 & T-2 modifications pertaining to the F -16 weapon system IAW AFI 63-131
   * Maintain control over the processing of temporary configuration changes until fully coordinated and documented; provide support to schedule and facilitate modification screening panels (MSPs) and ensure proper documentation is generated and approved
   * Provide support to manage requested changes to the F-16 weapon system organic change CM tool, OCM; coordinate with system administrators to develop/enhance the system to reflect process improvement changes
   * Accomplish configuration audits (i.e. functional/physical), through review of technical information, discussion of technical matters related to the program/project; provide support to schedule and attend audit meetings and perform required CM to complete the audit
   
   Required Skills/Education:
   
   Minimum 10 years of fighter aircraft or configuration management experience
   
   Education: High School or GED Equivalent
   
   Years Experience: 10 Years
   
   Travel: Yes
   
   Security Clearance Required: Must have Active Secret clearance to apply.
   
   Position Type: Full Time
   
   Work Location: HAFB
   
   Top salaries paid for qualified candidates.
   
   For more information on Sumaria Systems, please visit our website at www.sumariasystems.com
   
   Sumaria is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status.
   
   Sumaria Systems, LLC (Sumaria) is a market leader in Professional Services, Engineering, and Information Technology has been a trusted partner to U. S. Department of Defense communities for more than 30 years. Sumaria Systems only provides engineering services to the federal government, and does not provide professional engineering or surveying services to the public within the meaning of Ohio Revised Code Section 4733.16. With expertise to lead, insight to deliver and commitment to succeed; we staff each mission with a carefully selected team of seasoned professionals. Headquartered in Danvers, MA, with operating locations in Alabama, Colorado, Georgia, Illinois, Ohio, Oklahoma, Utah, and Virginia.

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5. Post your job

   To find senior configuration managers for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any senior configuration managers they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level senior configuration managers with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

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6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with senior configuration manager candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   Sometimes, it's not enough to interview senior configuration manager candidates, so you can ask them to do a test project. If you are not a technical person and don't know what a test project should be, you can use these websites:

   • TestDome
   • CodeSignal
   • Testlify
   • BarRaiser
   • Coderbyte

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new senior configuration manager

   Once you have selected a candidate for the senior configuration manager position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also important to follow up with applicants who do not get the job with an email letting them know that the position is filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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