In January, John McWilliam joined VETS as the new Deputy Assistant Secretary for Administration and Management, a new position within the agency. Charles "Chick" Ciccollela continues in his role as Deputy Assistant Secretary for Veterans' Employment & Training.

McWilliam is an Army veteran who has worked in and around the federal government throughout much of his career. In his 32-year career of service to our nation he's held leaderships positions in the U.S. Army, the U.S. Senate and the U.S. Capitol Police, as well as providing consulting services to numerous Federal departments and agencies.

He holds a BS degree from the U.S. Military Academy and an MBA from Syracuse University. McWilliam is a certified public accountant and a certified government financial manager.