This position is located in the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Office of Information and Technology (OIT) within this services: Software Product Management, Product Engineering Service, Chief Technology Office, Compliance, Risk and Remediation. The incumbent will serve as Senior Information Technology (IT) Specialist. The purpose of the position is to develop, coordinate, and monitor, assess and elevate development schedules for applications assigned to OIT.
OIT Mission: The mission of the Office of Information and Technology (OIT) is to collaborate with our business partners to create the best experience for all Veterans. OIT Vision: To become a world-class organization that provides a seamless, unified Veteran experience through the delivery of state-of-the-art technology.
Major Duties: Manage program/project management and systems lifecycles to include: Acquisition, development, modification, enhancement, deployment or decommissioning of a product, service or system which may be COTS or internally developed. Define the nature and scope of problems, identifies alternatives to overcome problems and directs their implementation. Participate in the acquisition process as necessary. Lead and oversee budget, staffing, and contracting.
Provide expert oversight of cost resource estimates. Establish and manage customer expectations through routine communications and the delivery of valued, professional and timely services. Provide feedback to leadership and other project stakeholders through appropriate reports, meetings, briefings and information papers, both formally and informally. Regularly brief senior leadership and management staff on project status and significant developments.
This position is non-bargaining unit eligible. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm; Tour of duty will be determined based on organizational needs. Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: This position is authorized for Adhoc telework. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Position Description/PD#: IT Specialist (APPSW)/PD18421A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Physical Requirements: Work is primarily sedentary but involves use of a personal computer so a degree of dexterity and visual acuity sufficient to utilize these tools is required. Some physical effort is required to lift and carry reference books, working papers and similar items to and from meetings.
A moderate amount of standing and walking is required in getting to and from meeting places away from the work site. The work does not require any special physical effort.
This position is primarily aligned to the following NICE Cybersecurity Workforce Framework work roles: Cybersecurity Code 802 (IT Project Manager) NICE Framework Tasks - T0277: Ensure that all acquisitions, procurements, and outsourcing efforts address information security requirements consistent with organization goals. T0407: Participate in the acquisition process as necessary. T0493: Lead and oversee budget, staffing, and contracting.
T0072: Develop methods to monitor and measure risk, compliance, and assurance efforts. T0174: Perform needs analysis to determine opportunities for new and improved business process solutions. T0207: Provide ongoing optimization and problem-solving support. T0208: Provide recommendations for possible improvements and upgrades.
There is no educational substitution at this grade level.
vaoitopshrrpteam1c@va.gov · 000-000-0000
This position is with Deputy Assistant Secretary for Information and Technology, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $125776 – $163514/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-29.
This position is open under the 'Fed Transition' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government · Retrieved 2026-10-24 · Not affiliated with or endorsed by OPM or USAJOBS.gov
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