As an IT Project Manager at NSF, incumbents will provide leadership and oversight for a suite of operationally focused IT programs and services. Providing technical and/or operational expertise, advice, guidance, and recommendations regarding technical IT systems, functions, and processes in their program areas, ensuring compliance with Federal government and NSF policies and standards.
This announcement will close on 11/12/2026 , or once 250 applications are received, whichever occurs first.
This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to fill multiple Information Technology (IT) Project Manager positions across the Office of the Chief Information Officer (OCIO) at the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) in the following disciplines: IT Development and Analysis, IT Strategy and Planning, and IT Operations and Security. Positions filled during use of this JOA may include positions that may have a higher position risk level designation.
Individuals selected for these positions will be required to work and report to the NSF Headquarters building in Alexandria, Virginia. As a IT Project Manager, GS-2210-13 MP, you will perform the following duties: Serves as a technical expert for assigned IT project areas, providing advice, guidance, and recommendations on technical IT systems, functions, and processes to OCIO and NSF leaders.
Supports project teams independently or as part of a team on a variety of IT projects and studies and serves as a primary source of state-of-the-art information on Information Technology platforms, products, and services.
Applies standard IT frameworks, principles, and concepts, including but not limited to software engineering and development activities, enterprise architecture, best practices, IT systems engineering, information assurance, cybersecurity, test and evaluation processes, and verification and validation processes.
Maintains alignment of IT projects with existing IT program functions and with the overall OCIO framework for managing IT requirements, schedule, budget, and reporting mechanisms. Manages project work to ensure effective use of resources. Employs project management techniques to control the completion of numerous complex IT projects simultaneously, requiring careful scheduling and control.
Supports analyses of probable future hardware, software, and IT services, with key consideration of customer service principles. Supports program and project-related IT contract activities, ensuring alignment with agency objectives and federal regulations. Supports the development of requirements documents, including work statements and cost estimates, and conducts market research.
Supports IT budget formulation and execution by ensuring project alignment with organizational goals and compliance with federal policies and regulations. Participates in cross-functional teams for complex IT projects.
Education may enhance skills required for this position; however, no substitution of education for specialized experience may be made at this level.
This position is with National Science Foundation, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.
The posted pay range is $121785 – $158322/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-11-12.
This position is open under the 'Fed Competitive' hiring path.
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