SR Technical Administrative Support

Description

The Senior Technical Administrative Support professional will provide advanced administrative, technical, scheduling, and visualization support for Military Construction (MILCON) and Installation Communication Grid (ICG) initiatives in support of Marine Corps Installations Command (MCICOM). This role requires an experienced professional capable of bridging technical content and executive-level communication through high-quality graphics, technical documentation, data visualization, and integrated program scheduling. This position serves as a key contributor to program management operations while also functioning as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in project scheduling and planning.

What you will do:

• Develop high-quality visuals, graphics, and presentation materials to support briefings for MCICOM leadership and senior Marine Corps stakeholders
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, visually compelling formats including dashboards, infographics, charts, and executive summaries
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in project scheduling, including development, maintenance, and analysis of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS)
• Lead Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) development across multiple projects and programs, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and delivery timelines
• Support future schedule planning support, including long-range planning and forecasting of program activities and deliverables
• Perform schedule integration across multiple programs and projects to ensure consistency, alignment, and visibility across MCICOM initiatives
• Conduct dependency mapping to identify and manage interdependencies between projects, systems, and stakeholders
• Conduct schedule risk assessments and support the development of mitigation strategies to address potential delays or conflicts
• Support future capability timeline planning, aligning infrastructure and telecommunications deployments with Marine Corps mission needs
• Utilize tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent scheduling software to manage timelines, dependencies, and resource planning
• Support the development and maintenance of program documentation and reporting artifacts
• Provide technical documentation support including development, editing, and formatting of reports, specifications, white papers, and engineering documents
• Ensure all deliverables meet quality standards, formatting requirements, and applicable government guidelines
• Aid in the preparation of documentation for MILCON processes, including supporting materials for DD Form 1391 packages and design review submissions
• Collaborate with engineers, program managers, and SMEs to gather, organize, and present technical information accurately
• Maintain document repositories and version control for technical and program documentation
• Support the development of standard templates, scheduling frameworks, and visual communication best practices
• Ensure alignment with cybersecurity and data management policies when handling sensitive information

What we expect from you:

• A High School diploma or equivalent required and 10 years of experience in technical administrative support, program support, scheduling, or a related role within federal or defense environments
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for complex, multi-project programs
• Proven expertise in project scheduling methodologies including Critical Path Method (CPM), dependency mapping, and schedule integration
• Advanced proficiency with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, including dashboard development, data modeling, and visualization best practices
• Demonstrated experience in future planning activities, including milestone planning and capability timeline development
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), including advanced formatting and data presentation capabilities
• Experience supporting program management functions including scheduling, coordination, and documentation tracking
• Strong technical writing and editing skills with experience supporting engineering or infrastructure documentation
• Ability to translate technical content into clear, concise, and visually effective deliverables
• Familiarity with Department of War (DoW) processes and standards, including MILCON documentation requirements
• Familiarity with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and NAVFAC documentation standards
• Experience supporting telecommunications infrastructure or Installation Communication Grid (ICG) programs

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• 10+ years of experience in technical administrative support, program support, scheduling, or a related role within federal or defense environments
• Proven experience developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) for complex, multi-project programs
• Advanced proficiency with scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Power BI, including dashboard development, data modeling, and visualization best practices
• Proven experience in future planning activities, including milestone planning and capability timeline development
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel), including advanced formatting and data presentation capabilities
• Experience supporting program management functions including scheduling, coordination, and documentation tracking
• Strong technical writing and editing skills with experience supporting engineering or infrastructure documentation
• Ability to translate technical content into clear, concise, and visually effective deliverables
• Familiarity with Department of War (DoW) processes and standards, including MILCON documentation requirements
• Familiarity with Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) and NAVFAC documentation standards
• Experience supporting telecommunications infrastructure or Installation Communication Grid (ICG) programs

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Graphic Design, Technical Communications, Business Administration, or a related field
• Certified in project scheduling (e.g., PMI Scheduling Professional (PMI-SP))
• Certified in graphic design or visual communications (e.g., Adobe Certified Professional in Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign)
• Familiarity with GIS tools or spatial data visualization
• Experience with MILCON processes including DD Form 1391 development and design review documentation
• Experience with telecommunications infrastructure or Installation Communication Grid (ICG) programs

About Us

CDW is a Fortune 500 technology solutions provider that helps businesses, government, education, and healthcare organizations achieve what’s possible through technology. We are committed to fostering an equitable, transparent, and respectful hiring process for all applicants. We value curiosity, a learner's mindset, and a willingness to engage with ever-evolving technology and tools. We encourage candidates to embrace an AI mindset, one that’s curious, adaptive, and ready to explore what’s possible. As a full-stack, full-lifecycle technology partner, CDW brings deep expertise, strong relationships, and broad industry knowledge to help turn ideas into outcomes. When you join CDW, you become part of a collaborative environment where your work matters, your growth is supported, and your contributions help shape what’s next. Together, we deliver the full promise of what technology can do. Together, we Make Amazing Happen. CDW is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by state and local law.