Lead cross-functional delivery for application and information security projects within the Department of Justice in Washington, DC.

Drive software development efforts across the full IT project lifecycle: initiation, requirements definition, planning, design, development, testing, implementation, deployment, and closeout.
Coordinate requirements, priorities, dependencies, deliverables, and stakeholder expectations throughout the software development life cycle.
Conduct technical analysis of software applications, system interfaces, configurations, and operational processes to identify vulnerabilities, system deficiencies, performance issues, and security risks impacting operations and federal information systems.
Collaborate with IT teams including software developers, cybersecurity professionals, engineers, IT specialists, contractors, program personnel, and mission stakeholders.

Citizenship: Must be a United States Citizen or National.
Screenings: Successfully pass a security/background investigation and a drug screening.
Selective Service: Registration required.
Security clearance: Ability to hold a Top Secret / SCI security clearance.
Certification: Possess or be able to maintain required certification (see Announcement Questionnaire for details).
USAHIRE: USA Hire assessment required; complete within 48 hours from the closing date of this announcement.
Travel: Temporary duty (TDY) business travel approximately 25% of the time.
Probation: May be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
Mission critical: Designated as Mission Critical/Mission Essential (see Announcement Questionnaire).
Financial disclosure: If selected, may be required to disclose financial information under DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
GS-13 specialized experience: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-12 (Federal) or comparable non-Federal experience.
Specialized experience includes:
- Providing IT support for integration of application software with existing hardware, software, databases, servers, and/or enterprise systems.
- Assisting with application development, validation, testing, and/or troubleshooting throughout the software development lifecycle.
Deadline to meet qualifications: Must meet all qualification requirements by 10/20/2026.

No substitution of education for experience is permitted for GS-13 qualification; you must meet the requirement using experience alone.

Evaluated based on how well you meet the stated qualifications.
Competencies assessed: Accountability; Attention to Detail; Customer Service; Decision Making; Flexibility; Influencing/Negotiating; Information Resources Strategy and Planning; Information Technology Program Management; Integrity/Honesty; Interpersonal Skills; Learning; Reading Comprehension; Reasoning; Self-Management; Stress Tolerance; Teamwork.
Online assessment required (critical general competencies); must meet or exceed the cut score.
USAHIRE results retained for one year and used toward future positions requiring the same assessments.
Applicants who meet minimum proficiency through USAHIRE will be referred to the selecting official.
Veterans’ preference is not applicable; the Hiring Official may select any qualified candidate.

Resume (all applicants): Submit a resume of two pages or less including for each job entry: official position title; employer name and contact information; start/end dates (month and year); full-time or hours per week if part-time; duties and accomplishments.
CTAP/ICTAP documentation (if eligible): Include agency notice (letter of intent to separate, separation notice, or RIF letter), most recent performance appraisal, and most recent SF-50 showing current/former position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location.

Complete the online application questionnaire and submit supporting documentation.
Submit the complete application package by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/20/2026.
After submission, you may be required to complete additional USAHIRE Competency Based Assessments; you will receive a unique URL if required.
Set aside at least 3 hours for the assessments (most applicants complete faster).
Essay questions: four narrative questions (responses 200 words or less each) are encouraged but not required and not scored.

U.S. government career offers a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligibility depends on the type of position and whether it is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.

Location: Washington, DC (onsite)
Salary: USD 121,785 - 158,322 per year
Experience level: Minimum 1 year
Direct-Hire Authority: This position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority.
Open to: Public (U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.), and eligible career transition applicants under CTAP/ICTAP.

IT Project Manager (APPSW/INFOSEC)

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