IT Project Manager- Full Performance

National Reconnaissance Office (NRO)•Chantilly, VA

2d•$104,219 - $170,870

About The Position

For over sixty years, the NRO has developed, acquired, launched and operated the satellites that are the foundation for America's advantage and strength in space. Using a diversified architecture of spacecraft, NRO collects and delivers the best space-based intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance content on the planet. Do you have experience managing complex IT projects in national security environments? Are you skilled at leading technology initiatives for critical systems? Does managing projects for space-based reconnaissance systems interest you? If so, the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) is looking for you! The NRO Cadre is collecting resumes via a continuous announcement for consideration against current and future opportunities for full performance level (GG11-13) IT Project Managers, occupational series 2210. This position focuses on the following DoD 8140 Work Role: IT Project Manager (802) This is a fulltime position. Your resume may be considered for other positions which your skills and experience may be a good match.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship is required
You must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance
You will be subject to preemployment and periodic drug testing
You will be subject to preemployment and periodic polygraph examinations
Minimum of 3 years of specialized experience in IT project management
Experience with the interrelationships of multiple IT specialties
Understanding of an organization's IT architecture
Knowledge of new IT developments and applications
Strong knowledge of IT security concepts, standards, and methods
Experience with project management principles, methods, and practices, including developing plans and schedules, estimating resource requirements, defining milestones and deliverables, monitoring activities, and evaluating and reporting on accomplishments
Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and practices as they relate to IT project management
Experience with federal acquisition processes and regulations
Federal government employees MUST currently be at the grade level or higher as indicated in this announcement.
Federal applicants who exceed the advertised grade may voluntarily request acceptance at the lower grade IAW DoD 1400.25 Volume 2006.
Candidates must meet one of the following qualification options for their assigned work role: IT Project Manager (802) Education: BS degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution; OR Training: Basic level CCYB 002; OR Certification: Approved DoD 8140 cyber-related certification

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Information Systems, or Computer Science from an ABET accredited or CAE designated institution

Responsibilities

Managing complex IT and cybersecurity projects for intelligence and reconnaissance systems
Developing project plans, schedules, and resource requirements
Monitoring project activities and evaluating accomplishments
Providing expert technical advice on project management matters
Developing and interpreting policies and procedures for IT project management
Making decisions or recommendations that significantly influence important agency IT projects
Ensuring cybersecurity requirements are integrated throughout the project lifecycle
Managing the implementation of security controls and risk management frameworks
Coordinating with stakeholders to ensure project alignment with mission requirements
Overseeing the acquisition of IT systems and services in accordance with federal regulations