Release Manager (Secret Clearance Required)

Maximus is actively seeking a skilled Release Manager to join our team in supporting a vital federal program. The perfect candidate will possess extensive technical expertise in software build and deployment, configuration control, and modern DevOps practices across diverse systems. This position requires on-site work and a Secret clearance. Essential Responsibilities: Oversee all DevOps and configuration changes for the program. Act as the primary facilitator for production stability release events. Lead meetings for the Change Request Queue (CRQ) and Operational Change Control Board (OCCB). Prepare and distribute agendas, meeting notes, and calendar invitations. Manage notifications across the program. Coordinate and administer software builds and operational releases to testing, staging, and production environments for all mission-critical applications. Update implementation plans in accordance with document control policies. Disseminate notifications regarding release activities. Execute GitLab administration tasks, including upgrades, incident management, and user/account management. Undertake additional tasks as required. Minimum Qualifications: Active Secret clearance is necessary. Due to contract requirements, only U.S. Citizens may apply; dual citizens are not eligible. A minimum of 7 years in a related DevOps, release management, or configuration control role is required. Proficiency with version control systems (GitLab preferred). Experience managing enterprise-level deployments across multiple environments. Familiarity with Agile/DevSecOps methodologies and CI/CD pipelines. Must live within a commutable distance for daily on-site work and on-call responsibilities. This role supports systems requiring 24/7 availability; candidates must be willing and able to fulfill recall requirements, including participating in a rotational on-call schedule. Join our dedicated team and contribute to essential projects that make a significant impact. We look forward to your application!