Marine Corps Microsoft Subject Matter Expert

Summary

Akima is seeking a Marine Corps Microsoft Subject Matter Expert to support the Portfolio Acquisition Executive Mission Systems Procurement Center of Excellence. The role provides technical, licensing, lifecycle, cybersecurity, SCOUT platform, and token-based authentication support for Microsoft products and services used in PCE-supported programs.

Responsibilities

• Provide full lifecycle support for Microsoft software procurement and utilization within the PCE portfolio, ensuring that all PCE-managed acquisition actions comply with technical requirements, licensing rules, and procurement policy
• Validate technical components of Customer Acceptance Forms (CAF) submitted through SCOUT for PCE-supported programs
• Perform Windows Server and SQL Server core-licensing calculations and ensure accuracy of all technical specifications before procurement
• Advise PCE customers and stakeholders on licensing structures, deployment options, and technical considerations
• Administer and maintain the SCOUT system as used by the PCE, ensuring proper access controls, Dataverse permissions, and DoD-compliant security configuration
• Maintain platform documentation—including SCOUT Administration and User Guides—in direct support of PCE staff and customers
• Evaluate system performance, user feedback, and emerging capabilities to recommend updates that enhance PCE workflows and customer support operations
• Support the PCE ISSM and ISSO by interpreting PCE programmatic requirements and aligning them to appropriate security controls
• Draft technical narratives and support RMF documentation packages for PCE systems, ensuring alignment with DoD cybersecurity standards
• Assist in maintaining compliance documentation and supporting vulnerability tracking, configuration updates, and continuous cybersecurity posture support
• Lead and participate in bi-weekly Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs) for PCE customers, coordinating all actions and resolving technical questions related to Microsoft products
• Collect Requests for Information (RFIs) from PCE stakeholders and conduct the technical research necessary to provide authoritative answers
• Track and close all PCE-related inquiries and actions in coordination with the PCE Microsoft Software Team
• Serve as PCE’s SME and primary executor for Microsoft TBA licensing and activation for disconnected or air-gapped environments
• Conduct initial testing, validation, and integration activities using dedicated, isolated developer laptops, ensuring strict compliance with PCE security rules
• Work with Microsoft to refine and integrate PCE-specific TBA workflows, ensuring accuracy, repeatability, and alignment with mission needs
• Maintain TBA tracking logs and ensure proper documentation, token verification, and closure of PCE actions
• Translate evolving TBA workflows into clear, repeatable technical procedures tailored to PCE operational requirements

Skills

• Active DoD Secret clearance with Top Secret eligibility
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field
• Must possess 2-4 years of experience with degree OR 5+ years of experience in lieu of degree
• Demonstrated experience supporting Microsoft enterprise licensing, subscriptions, and lifecycle management
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server and SQL Server licensing, including core-based calculations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Dataverse, Power Apps (Canvas apps), and enterprise access control management
• Experience sustaining enterprise applications or workflow systems similar to SCOUT
• Familiarity with Microsoft token-based activation processes or specialized licensing mechanisms for secure/disconnected environments
• Experience with cost schedule performance in managing Marine Corp programs
• Technical background supporting disconnected or air-gapped environments
• Ability to lead customer technical discussions and communicate complex requirements clearly
• Prior experience supporting the USMC PCE or similar acquisition-focused organizations within the Department of Defense
• Experience sustaining enterprise applications or workflow systems similar to SCOUT
• Familiarity with Microsoft token-based activation processes or specialized licensing mechanisms for secure/disconnected environments
• Microsoft technical certifications such as Enterprise Administrator Expert, Azure Administrator, or relevant Windows/SQL Server specialties
• Strong technical writing experience for SOPs, guides, and technical documentation

Qualifications

Must Haves

• Active DoD Secret clearance with Top Secret eligibility
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related field
• Must possess 2-4 years of experience with degree OR 5+ years of experience in lieu of degree
• Demonstrated experience supporting Microsoft enterprise licensing, subscriptions, and lifecycle management
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server and SQL Server licensing, including core-based calculations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Dataverse, Power Apps (Canvas apps), and enterprise access control management
• Experience sustaining enterprise applications or workflow systems similar to SCOUT
• Familiarity with Microsoft token-based activation processes or specialized licensing mechanisms for secure/disconnected environments
• Experience with cost schedule performance in managing Marine Corp programs
• Technical background supporting disconnected or air-gapped environments
• Ability to lead customer technical discussions and communicate complex requirements clearly

Nice to Haves

• Prior experience supporting the USMC PCE or similar acquisition-focused organizations within the Department of Defense
• Experience sustaining enterprise applications or workflow systems similar to SCOUT
• Familiarity with Microsoft token-based activation processes or specialized licensing mechanisms for secure/disconnected environments
• Microsoft technical certifications such as Enterprise Administrator Expert, Azure Administrator, or relevant Windows/SQL Server specialties
• Strong technical writing experience for SOPs, guides, and technical documentation

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• A range of other voluntary benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for regular full-time and part-time employees
• Growth opportunities
• Excellent retirement options
• Remote work