The Microsoft Subject Matter Expert (SME) provides dedicated, highly specialized technical, licensing, and lifecycle support to the Portfolio Acquisition Executive Mission Systems - Procurement Center of Excellence (PCE). This role supports PCE's mission by enabling compliant, secure, and efficient acquisition, administration, and sustainment of Microsoft products and services used across PCE-supported programs. The SME serves as the PCE's technical authority for Microsoft licensing, SCOUT platform operations, cybersecurity support, and the Token-Based Authentication (TBA) activation process for disconnected and air-gapped environments. This position does not support all Marine Corps organizations; it is specifically aligned to the PCE mission space and its technical requirements.
Responsibilities- Microsoft Licensing, Subscription, and Services Support (PCE-Focused):
- 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.
- SCOUT Platform Operations & Sustainment:
- 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.
- Cybersecurity & ATO Support for PCE:
- 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.
- Microsoft Software Customer Support (PCE Stakeholders Only):
- 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.
- Token-Based Authentication (TBA) Lifecycle Management:
- 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.
Qualifications- 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.
Desired Qualifications:- 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.
Job ID2026-25929
Work TypeRemote
Pay Range$145,000 - $155,000
Benefits Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.
