IT Environments Manager

Description IT Environments ManagerProgramme Name:LCSTLocation: Emersons Green, Bristol/HybridLooking for anopportunity to make an impact?... Role Overview:We are lookingfor an IT Environments Manager who will play a critical role in thesuccess of our software development lifecycle, particularlyfocusing on the management of software releases and the maintenanceof our AWS environments. In this position, you will be responsiblefor overseeing the entire release process, ensuring that softwaredeployments are executed smoothly and efficiently, aligning withthe company's strategic goals. Your expertise in AWS will becrucial in managing and optimizing cloud environments, ensuringthey are secure, scalable, and dependable.Your role involves a deepunderstanding of both the technical and business aspects ofsoftware releases. You will collaborate closely with our DevOps,Solution Architects, Development and Application Support Teams tosupport and improve the overall quality of software developmentthroughout the entire lifecycle, synchronizing efforts to ensurethat software is released on time, within budget, and with thehighest quality. You will also be responsible for identifyingand mitigating risks associated with software releases andenvironment management. By implementing best practices andmaintaining rigorous documentation, you will ensure that therelease and environment processes are transparent, repeatable, andefficient. Duties and Responsibilities:Maintain consolidatedviews of the status, availability, capacity, forecasted demand andfulfilment plans for environments and toolsEstimate, plan and tracktasks and deliver these against agreed cost, schedule and qualitylevelsTrack changes to the environments whilst utilising a robustdedicated change management process for the test environments thatlinks to the production change processesDefine and manage a roadmapand plan to keep our capability aligned to the forecasted demandand realise improvement opportunities Develop, monitor andenforce release management processes and policies to ensure thesmooth and successful release of software deploymentsAct as thegatekeeper to the production environment, ensuring conformance toChange Management and operational processes/procedures, releaseintegration testing and production validationDeveloping andmaintaining the forward plan of release schedules across theorganisation and its subcontractorsCollaboration and co-ordinationwith the service delivery and support teams for the day-to-daymanagement of environments and tools, as well as progression ofsoftware releasesDeveloping and implementing strategies to optimiseAWS cloud usage and identify cost-saving opportunitiesIdentify andrealise opportunities that simplify and automate the activitieswhich are needed to provision, configure and manage environmentsand toolsIdentify technical and obsolescence risks which willimpact the availability/supportability of environments and toolsand take ownership of mitigating these risksEnsure environments andtools management practices align with agreed configurationmanagement practices and wider disaster recovery and businesscontinuity plansMaintain awareness of industry best practice,standards and trends to inform environment management strategy,processes, practices and technologiesManagement of licensedsoftware products in line with the wider business policies andprocesses To support and deputise for the Change ManagerSkillsRequired:Experience within Environments Management, ChangeManagement and Release Management adopting an ITIL basedframeworkChange and Release Management understanding of both Agileand Waterfall project releasesExcellent communication andleadership skills with experience managing an effective, end-to-endplatform deployment service across development, test and productionteams.Strong organisational skills; ability to manage multipleprojects with competing demandsProven ability to build and managerelationships with stakeholders across all levels of anorganisationBe able to work autonomously and as part of a team toachieve day to day objectives with significant results onoperational deliverables To be innovative and continuouslylooking to improve processes through leveraging the latest toolsand technologies available in AWSDriving the adoption of CI/CDmethodologies, automating processes and fostering a culture ofcontinuous improvement Skills Desired:ITIL certificationwithin Release ManagementProject Management certificationAWS orCloud experience Clearance Requirements: Pre-screening toStart BPSSClearance for Role SCMust possess or be able to obtainSecurity Check (SC) clearanceAre you ready to make an impact? Beginyour journey of a flourishing and meaningful career, share your CVwith us today.What we do for you:At Leidos we are PASSIONATE aboutcustomer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make adifference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, acollaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all whilenurturing a healthy work-life balance.We provide an employmentpackage that attracts, develops and retains only the best intalent. Our reward scheme includes:•    ContributoryPension Scheme•    Private MedicalInsurance•    33 days Annual Leave (including publicand privilege holidays)•    Access to Flexiblebenefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gymmemberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to workscheme)•    Dynamic Working Commitment toDiversity:We welcome applications from every part of the communityand are committed to a truly diverse and inclusive culture. We foster a sense of belonging, welcoming all perspectives andcontributions, and providing equal access to opportunities andresources for everyone.  If you have a disability or need anyreasonable adjustments during the application and selection stagesplease let us know, and we will respond in a way that best fitsyour needs.Who We Are:The Logistics Commodities & ServicesTransformation (LCST) Programme for the UK Ministry of Defence is acritical effort to enhance and improve the UK’s defence supplychain. The programme provides essential services such as storageand distribution for the MOD's materiel, including a global freightservice and the procurement and inventory management of 70,000commodity NATO Stock Number (NSNs).Working together as Team Leidoswe are helping to transform the UK's defence supply chain byproviding an integration of a complex mixture of services, at lowrisk, using a modern suite of systems that will deliver one versionof the truth. For the first time, the MOD will see the wholepicture, as it is happening.What Makes Us Different:Purpose: youcan use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people youcare about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI,cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technologyfrontline by helping to build a safer world.  You can inspirechange.Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one ofour core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinaryteam.  We have been empowering our people to work flexibly foryears.  Whether you work from home, the office or on customersites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility towork smarter and align your needs andours.          People:Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves andgives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilstdeveloping. We believe that extraordinary people need opportunitiesto grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we investin technical academies, career rotations and a career developmentplans that enhance your future. Original Posting:For U.S.Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidosreasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain openfor at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlierthan 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.PayRange:The Leidos pay range for this job level is a generalguideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary.Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (butare not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education,experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internalequity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement(if any), or other law.