Release Manager (Remote)

GovCIO is seeking a Release Manager (Remote) to coordinate software releases for the Department of Veterans Affairs Health Services Portfolio Technical Management and Strategic Solutioning Support (HTMS) program. This fully remote role is based out of the Ny State Campus, Albany County, US, with a salary of $106,969.84 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and manage end‑to‑end release cycles in accordance with VA release governance.
• Collaborate with development, QA, operations, and stakeholder teams to ensure release readiness.
• Maintain release documentation, version control, and compliance artifacts.
• Monitor release performance, resolve issues, and drive continuous improvement.
• Communicate release status, risks, and mitigation plans to senior leadership.

Qualifications & Requirements

• U.S. citizenship with a current Suitability/Public Trust clearance.
• 5+ years of experience in release management or configuration management within a federal IT environment.
• Strong knowledge of ITIL/DevOps release processes, CI/CD pipelines, and change management.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fully remote setting while adhering to VA security standards.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of $106,969.84 annually.
• Remote work flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth within a leading government contractor.

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of clearance is required for this position?

Applicants must hold a current U.S. Suitability/Public Trust clearance.

Is this position fully remote?

Yes, the role is fully remote, allowing you to work from anywhere within the United States.

What is the salary for the Release Manager role?

The position offers a fixed annual salary of $106,969.84.