IT Action Item Officer

Canvas, Inc.; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Canvas, Inc. is seeking an IT Action Item Officer at Eglin AFB in Florida. You will serve as principal aide and technical advisor to the IT Branch Chief, aligning strategic objectives with daily operations and coordinating cross-functionally to ensure milestones are met.

The role requires high-level technical acumen, strategic insight, and strong administrative excellence, with responsibilities spanning task management, leadership briefings, and proactive risk monitoring.

Qualifications

• Requires 3 to 10 years of experience.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the applicable discipline.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal aide and technical advisor to the IT Branch Chief.
• Provide support for special projects and task management.
• Act as primary contact for the Branch Chief with analysis and recommendations.
• Translate complex technical data into executive reports and briefings.
• Collaborate with the Technical Advisor on emerging technologies.
• Prepare technical documentation and presentations for the Branch Chief.
• Manage incoming taskers and track completion.
• Coordinate between the Branch Chief and Section Chiefs on cross-functional projects.
• Maintain status updates and identify risks or delays.
• Assist in daily IT operations and calendar management.
• Streamline administrative processes within the branch.
• Lead special projects from conception to completion.

Skills

Strategic coordination

Analytical thinking

Administrative excellence

Task management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the applicable discipline

Job description

IT Action Item Officer### IT Action Item OfficerApply: Eglin AFB, FL: Full time: Posted 3 Days Ago: JR100919* Serve as the principal aide and technical advisor to the Information Technology (IT) Branch Chief, functioning as a force multiplier to ensure the seamless alignment of strategic objectives with daily operational execution. This role requires a unique blend of high-level technical acumen, strategic coordination, and administrative excellence to manage the tempo and efficiency of the branch.* Provide direct support to the IT Operations Branch Chief and Technical Advisor as needed, assisting with special projects, task management, and strategic initiatives to ensure leadership's objectives are met.* Act as a primary point of contact for the Branch Chief, providing analysis and recommendations on operational matters, emerging technologies, and strategic initiatives.* Translate complex technical data from operational teams into clear, concise reports, summaries, and executive-level briefings for leadership.* Collaborate closely with the Technical Advisor to evaluate emerging technologies, providing operational insights and hands-on assistance in the assessment of their potential impact and integration feasibility.* Prepare and refine technical documentation, formal responses, and presentations on behalf of the Branch Chief.* Receive, analyze, and manage incoming taskers from higher leadership, ensuring they are properly assigned to the appropriate section, tracked, and completed on schedule.* Serve as the central point of coordination between the Branch Chief and Section Chiefs, facilitating collaboration on cross-functional projects, de-conflicting resources, and monitoring progress against established milestones.* Maintain a comprehensive view of all ongoing projects and operational activities within the branch, providing regular status updates to the Chief and proactively identifying potential risks or delays.* Assist the Branch Chief in overseeing daily IT operations, helping to prioritize tasks, manage workflows, and ensure operational readiness and stability.* Manage the Branch Chief’s calendar for strategic engagements, schedule key meetings with internal and external stakeholders, and prepare all necessary read-ahead materials.* Streamline administrative processes within the branch, including managing information flow, organizing branch-level documentation, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies and procedures.* Take the lead on special projects and initiatives as delegated by the Branch Chief, driving them from conception to completion. Education:Requires 3 to 10 years of experience and a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the applicable discipline. This skill level typically performs all functional duties independently. Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance.Canvas was founded by Jami Peyton in 2007 to deliver real-world engineering and technology solutions that strengthen national defense. Since then, we’ve been guided by technical excellence, operational insight, and a shared commitment to the warfighter. Teamwork drives everything we do, enabling close collaboration across programs, customers, and colleagues to solve complex challenges. Our work supports key national security priorities like missile defense, test and evaluation, digital transformation, and warfighter readiness. As an award-winning company built on integrity, agility, and innovation, Canvas continues to grow and deliver mission-critical solutions that support the future of national defense.