IT Program Manager, GS-2210-14 MP

National Science Foundation•Alexandria, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) is hiring IT Program Managers for multiple positions across the Office of the Chief Information Officer. Positions may cover IT Development and Analysis, IT Strategy and Planning, or IT Operations and Security. Incumbents provide leadership and oversight for operationally focused IT programs and services, offering technical and operational expertise and guidance on IT systems, functions, tools, and processes while ensuring compliance with federal government and NSF policies and standards. Selectees will report to NSF Headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia. Some positions may include supervisory duties of less than 25% and may have a higher position risk designation. The announcement closes October 19, 2026, or when 250 applications have been received, whichever occurs first. The role manages IT projects and portfolios from planning through delivery, including project plans, schedules, budgets, requirements, deliverables, financial plans, team coordination, risk management, and compliance. It also supports IT contract activities and develops strategic relationships with OCIO staff, partners, stakeholders, and leaders. The position serves as a senior strategic advisor on technology integration and enterprise IT planning.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Meet OPM qualification requirements for the Information Technology Management Series, 2210.
At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-13 in federal service, developing, maintaining, and overseeing strategic IT plans, systems, processes, policies, and portfolios, with IT program management expertise in one or more listed areas.
Specialized experience must demonstrate accomplishment of computer project assignments requiring broad knowledge of computer requirements and techniques, including analysis of alternative approaches and advising management on major aspects of system design.
Applicants with a GS position in the past 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent.
Meet eligibility and qualification requirements within 30 days of the announcement closing date.
Complete all job-related questions in the NSF eRecruit questionnaire and any external assessment included.
Provide a valid email address as an online applicant.
Selectees must complete a background investigation before onboarding and may be required to serve a two-year trial or one-year probationary period.
NSF personnel and IPA detailees may not participate in foreign talent recruitment programs.

Responsibilities

Provide technical and operational expertise, advice, guidance, and recommendations regarding IT systems, functions, tools, and processes across NSF.
Serve as project manager and subject matter expert for IT projects and portfolios.
Develop and oversee project plans, milestones, requirements, schedules, budgets, and deliverables; develop and maintain annual and multi-year IT financial plans.
Coordinate project teams, verify cost projections, validate requirements, and ensure solutions meet user, mission, and compliance expectations.
Identify, mitigate, and escalate risks as needed.
Manage IT projects in alignment with organizational requirements, schedules, budgets, reporting mechanisms, and federal IT standards.
Support IT contract activities, including pre-planning, acquisition strategy, market research, cost estimating, technical proposal evaluation, contract execution, and closeout.
Build and maintain relationships and strategic partnerships with OCIO staff, IT partners, and key stakeholders.
Serve as a senior strategic advisor on technology integration and enterprise IT planning.
Provide state-of-the-art information on unified communications platforms, products, and services.