Manager, Software Configuration Management
American Public Education, Inc.

American Public Education, Inc (APEI) is seeking an experienced Manager, Software Configuration Management to lead our software configuration management team. The SCM Manager will be responsible for leading, delivering, and supporting the management of the software configuration, development and maintenance of the software configuration management system, software change management, and tracking of software builds and releases for APEI and its Educational Units. She/he will support SCM related functions to support project development, delivery, operations, and lead continuous improvement and overall team performance. This person will provide leadership to work effectively and efficiently in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, collaborating with internal and external software engineering, infrastructure, operation/support, project management, and architecture groups. This is an extraordinary opportunity to lead and expand SCM and Release related technologies within a diverse and growing organization. The SCM Manager will be a hands-on subject matter expert in the SCM and Release space with proven ability to execute responsibilities within a deadline and fast-paced 24x7 environment.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and mature Software Configuration Management and Release processes and procedures across the organization
• Manage software builds and releases for multiple software applications, ensuring quality and timely delivery
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify, prioritize, and schedule software releases
• Maintain release schedules and coordinate with development, testing, and operations teams to ensure smooth and successful software deployments
• Establish SCM processes and procedures for version control, branch management, merges, build and release management, CM audit reports, configuration identification and control, software product baselines and change management
• Development and management of systems of recovery for the code sources of the current and previous versions of the software
• Facilitate communication and collaboration between development, testing, and operations teams to resolve issues and ensure successful software releases
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements related to software configuration and release management
• Lead and mentor the SCM and Release team members, providing people, process, and technology guidance and support
• Evaluate and implement new software configuration management tools and processes to improve efficiency and effectiveness
• Provide regular reporting and analysis of software configuration and release management activities to management and stakeholders
• Assists with Disaster Recovery/Crisis Management/Business Continuity plans are in established and tested
• Learns, stays current, and establishes improvement opportunities, leveraging current and creating new metrics and targets; compliments enterprise needs and wants
• Assists with additional duties and responsibilities as needed or requested.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field
• Minimum of 10+ years of overall IT experience, with 7+ experience in software configuration and release management, with at least 5+ years in a management/leadership role
• Demonstrated experience in leading and managing SCM team, including mentoring and developing team members
• Deep hands-on experience improving, maturing, and operationalizing SCM and Release tools, process, and practices.
• Strong knowledge of software configuration management tools (e.g. Git, Subversion, CVS, ClearCase) and processes
• Experience with CI/CD processes and tools, Microsoft Azure preferred
• Strong experience with scripting and automation tools, such as Bash, Python, PowerShell.
• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills related to software configuration and release management; ensure software releases are high-quality and timely
• Experience utilizing Azure DevOps and SDLC methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall
• Proven ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple projects and initiatives
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform is a plus
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

About Us:

Online, on campus and in the workplace, we provide higher education and training to our country’s heroes – military service members, veterans, nurses, government employees, and motivated professionals that want to make a difference. American Public Education, Inc. educates service-minded students, ranging from the military, public service, federal agencies, and nursing communities, through American Public University System (APUS), Hondros College of Nursing (HCON), Rasmussen University and Graduate School USA (GSUSA).

It is the policy of American Public University System (APUS) and American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. of American Public University System (APUS) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Colorado, California, Washington and NYC Pay Transparency Statement

If you are a resident of Colorado, California, Washington or New York City and this role is available remotely, you may be eligible to receive additional information about the compensation and benefits for this role, which we will provide upon request. Please send an email to recruiting@apei.com