CDW Corporation

Infrastructure Program Manager

CDW Corporation$120K — $150K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI) required
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, IT, Computer Science, or related field with 10+ years of program/project management experience or 14 years of experience in federal environments
  • Proven experience managing large-scale infrastructure programs
  • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional technical teams in secure environments
  • Strong understanding of networking, cloud architecture, and data center operations
  • Experience managing scope, schedule, budget, and performance across multi-workstream initiatives
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary program lead for large-scale infrastructure modernization initiatives
  • Lead program execution from planning through delivery and operational transition
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions
  • Drive planning, design, deployment, and integration of enterprise IT infrastructure
  • Interface directly with government stakeholders and program leadership
  • Develop and manage integrated master schedules and executive-level reporting
  • Identify, track, and mitigate program risks and issues

Benefits

  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Onsite work in Seal Beach, CA due to clearance
  • Up to 20% travel as needed for program support
Full Job Description
The Infrastructure Program Manager - Cleared will play a key role in leading the successful execution of complex, large-scale infrastructure modernization initiatives across secure federal environments. This includes data center transformation, enterprise network upgrades, cloud and hybrid infrastructure deployments, and base-level modernization efforts.

This position requires a seasoned program leader with experience delivering mission-critical infrastructure programs within Department of Defense (DoD) or Intelligence Community (IC) environments. The role will serve as the primary interface between technical teams, government stakeholders, and delivery leadership-ensuring alignment between mission objectives and infrastructure solutions.

The Infrastructure Program Manager will drive end-to-end program execution, oversee cross-functional delivery teams, and ensure the implementation of secure, scalable, and resilient infrastructure solutions in support of national security operations.

What You Will Do
  • Serve as the primary program lead for large-scale infrastructure modernization initiatives, including data center, network, cloud, and base infrastructure transformation efforts
  • Lead program execution from initial planning through delivery and operational transition, ensuring alignment with contract requirements, scope, schedule, and budget
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, network, cloud, cybersecurity, and operations to deliver integrated infrastructure solutions
  • Drive the planning, design, deployment, and integration of enterprise IT infrastructure, including:
    • Data center and edge infrastructure environments
    • Enterprise networking (LAN/WAN, transport, secure communications)
    • Cloud and hybrid infrastructure (AWS, Azure, private cloud)
    • Base or installation-level technology modernization initiatives
  • Interface directly with government stakeholders, program leadership, and contracting officers to ensure successful program execution and stakeholder alignment
  • Develop and manage integrated master schedules (IMS), program roadmaps, and executive-level reporting (status, risks, financials, deliverables)
  • Identify, track, and mitigate program risks, dependencies, and issues across technical and operational workstreams
  • Ensure compliance with DoD and federal standards, including cybersecurity, RMF, and mission assurance requirements
  • Oversee vendor and partner performance, subcontractor coordination, and delivery accountability
  • Translate complex technical concepts into actionable program strategies and executive-level communications
  • Drive continuous improvement across program execution, delivery processes, and infrastructure modernization strategies


What We Expect of You (Required Qualifications)
  • Active Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI) required
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience) and 10+ years of program or project management experience supporting federal, DoD, or IC environments, OR 14 years of program or project management experience supporting federal, DoD, or IC environments,
  • Proven experience managing large-scale infrastructure programs (data center, network, cloud, or enterprise IT modernization)
  • Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional technical teams in secure or classified environments
  • Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure domains, including networking, cloud architecture, and data center operations
  • Experience managing program scope, schedule, budget, and performance across multi-workstream initiatives
  • Ability to interface effectively with senior government stakeholders and provide executive-level briefings
  • Strong risk management, stakeholder management, and program governance experience
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification, a plus
  • Experience supporting DoD base modernization, installation IT, or mission-critical infrastructure programs, a plus
  • Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, hybrid environments) and infrastructure transformation initiatives, a plus
  • Knowledge of DoD cybersecurity frameworks (RMF, NIST, Zero Trust), a plus
  • Experience developing and managing Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and program dashboards, a plus
  • Background working with system integrators, defense contractors, or large-scale federal IT service providers (e.g., Leidos, SAIC, Booz Allen, GDIT, Accenture Federal), a plus
  • Experience supporting classified environments or SCIF operations, a plus


Additional Information
  • Location: Seal Beach, CA (onsite work required due to clearance)
  • Travel: Up to 20% as needed to support program and customer engagements
  • U.S. Citizenship: Required


About CDW Corporation

CDW is a provider of IT solutions for business, government, education, and healthcare. It features dedicated account managers who help customers choose the right technology products and services to meet their needs. The company’s solution architects offer expertise in designing customized solutions, while its advanced technology engineers assist customers with the implementation and long-term management of those solutions. Headquartered in Vernon Hills, Illinois, With a balanced portfolio of 250,000 small-, medium- and large-sized customers, CDW generated net sales of $10.1 billion in 2012, and employs more than 6,800 coworkers in 25 locations across the U.S. and Canada. Founded in 1984 by entrepreneur Michael Krasny, CDW pioneered the business model that melds personalized business-to-business technology distribution with advanced technology services. Today, CDW is ranked No. 31 on Forbes’ list of America’s Largest Private Companies and No. 267 on the FORTUNE 500 list of America’s top companies.

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At CDW Corporation, you’ll be part of a culture that cherishes diversity, innovation, and leadership. Our team is composed of over 10,000 strong, dedicated professionals who lead the way in technology and consulting services. We are committed to helping some of the world’s most well-known companies navigate their digital transformation journeys.

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Size
13,900 employees
Market Cap
$24.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$788.4 million
Founded
1984
5 Year Trend
+8.8%
Revenue
$18.4 billion
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