Senior IT Specialist (Project Manager) (GG-15)

Summary

This position is located in Division of Data, AI, Technology and Applications. The supervisor is Alexander Dickinson. This position is subject to Confidential Financial Disclosure reporting requirements. This position is not subject to security ownership restriction reporting requirements.

Duties

The successful candidate will perform the full range of Senior IT Specialist (Project Manager) for the Division of Data, AI, Technology and Applications (DATA), Mission Systems Branch (MSB) Such duties include but are not limited to: Design, develop, and manage a coordination process whereby agency customers, at both the staff and management levels are involved and kept current on the status of assigned projects. Provide oversight, strategic support and continuity to information technology projects to ensure proper transfer of strategic plans and concepts to the operational level. Plans, directs, manages, coordinates, reviews, and monitors large-scale IT projects and programs. Determines or recommends project scope, organizational structure, and resource allocation. Serves as a senior technical authority and consultant on urgent project and program requirements, workload priorities, and technology initiatives. Develops policies, standards, and guidelines related to agency architecture and technology programs. Manages contract cost, schedule, staffing, and technical performance for IT projects. Leads business process improvement efforts to enhance organizational effectiveness, efficiency, and productivity. Oversees agency communications and information-sharing activities regarding OCIO services. Develops statements of work and manages complex IT procurements, including requirements analysis, feasibility studies, cost-benefit analyses, specifications, and evaluation criteria. Chairs source evaluation panels and participates in negotiating major IT contracts. Provides technical leadership in areas such as IT infrastructure, telecommunications, networks, operating systems, platforms, applications, and support services. Represents the organization on significant technical and policy matters and builds consensus among stakeholders. Evaluates emerging technologies and provides recommendations to management. Oversees execution of IT contracts and task orders through direct management and coordination with task managers. Ensures customers and leadership are informed of project status, risks, and progress through coordination, reporting, and briefings. Provides strategic oversight to ensure successful implementation of agency technology initiatives.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for this position, you must have at least one year of specialized experience at the next lower grade level in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as: experience planning, directing, and managing large-scale, multi-million dollar, multi-year information technology (IT) projects or programs; providing oversight of contract cost, schedule, staffing, and technical performance; developing and implementing IT policies, standards, and procedures; conducting technical evaluations of IT infrastructure and enterprise solutions; leading or chairing source evaluation panels and participating in federal IT acquisition and contract management; and communicating complex technical or policy issues to senior management and stakeholders. Individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail. Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services. Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately. Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations. The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following: Experience Managing Large-Scale, Complex IT Projects Technical Knowledge of IT Infrastructure and Enterprise Solutions Experience with Federal IT Acquisition and Contract Management Strategic Planning, Business Process Improvement, and Change Management Communication and Leadership Skills A description of how you possess the specialized experience as well as how you meet the qualifications desired in an ideal candidate must be addressed in your resume. Applicants may also use the supplemental vacancy question to provide additional information pertaining to the specialized experience and ideal candidate criteria. PLEASE BE CLEAR AND CONCISE. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

Requirements

You must meet the qualifications for this position by no later than 30 calendar days after the closing date of this announcement and before placement in the position. All information in your resume must be true and accurate. Conditions of Employment: This is a Drug Testing position Must be able to meet and maintain security & suitability requirements.

How you will be evaluated

When the application process is complete, your application will be reviewed to determine if you meet the job requirements. Your application will be evaluated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to any vacancy questions to determine your level of knowledge, skills, and abilities related to the job requirements. You must respond to all required application questions. If you are among the top candidates for this position, your application will be referred to the hiring manager for possible interview and selection based upon the number of available vacancies to be filled in each office. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to submit a concise resume that directly relates to this position.

How to apply

Please read the entire announcement and all instructions before you begin an application. To be considered for this position, you must complete the online application process and submit all required documents electronically by 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time (ET) on 11/03/2026. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. For a preview of the application questions, please see https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13090957. Your complete application must include your resume, responses to all required vacancy questions, and any required documents that prove your eligibility to apply. To begin your application, select the "Apply" button located on the right side of this screen. Follow the subsequent prompts to log in or register, submit all required documents, answer the questions, and complete the application process. You may either select your required documents within your USAJOBS profile to upload with your application or directly upload them during the application process. The following types of document types can be uploaded: .gif, jpg., .jpeg, .png, .rtf, .pdf, .doc, and .docx. Important Considerations: Paper Applications: Paper applications will not be accepted unless you can demonstrate hardship circumstances through the agency contact listed below. Application Extensions: Requests for application extensions will not be granted. Hardship Assistance: If you experience hardship applying online, please contact the Human Resources Specialist listed below for assistance. You must reach out during business hours before the announcement closing date and speak with someone who can provide support for your online submission. The NRC provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the coordinator at (301) 415-5888 or TDD 240-482-3217. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Other information

This position may be eligible for telework in accordance with agency policy. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.