IT Project Manager (NETWORK/INFOSEC)

US Offices, Boards and Divisions; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 122,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Justice – Chief Information Officer, Service Delivery Staff, Enterprise Infrastructure & Operations Directorate in Washington, DC, is seeking an IT Project Manager (NETWORK/INFOSEC) to manage learning initiatives by coordinating IT resources tied to network services and information security.

The position is onsite in an enterprise environment where performance and reliability are daily priorities.

Qualifications

• Must be a United States Citizen or National.
• Must successfully pass a security/background investigation and a drug screening.
• Selective Service registration is required (if applicable based on birth date).
• May disclose financial information per DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
• May complete a one-year probationary period.
• Must complete a USA Hire assessment within 48 hours of the announcement closing date.
• Requires the ability to hold a Top Secret/SCI security clearance and to maintain it.
• Must possess or be able to maintain certifications as described in the announcement questionnaire.
• Temporary duty (TDY) travel of ~25% may be required.
• At GS-13 level: one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-12; no substitution of education for experience for GS-13.
• Must meet all qualification requirements by 11/12/2026.
• Ability to plan, execute, and monitor enterprise IT projects involving network services, information security, and/or telecommunications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and improve infrastructure performance including availability, reliability, resiliency, operational readiness, and service dependencies; resolve complex operational issues.
• Coordinate across teams including budget, acquisition, contracting, program, and technical personnel to ensure effective management of IT resources.
• Build network project plans defining technical requirements, implementation strategies, schedules, milestones, and resource needs.
• Advise contracting officials on contract administration, modifications, deliverable acceptance, schedule changes, and performance issues.
• Lead cross-functional execution with technical staff, program officials, contractors, vendors, and internal/external stakeholders.

Job description

Join the U.S. Department of Justice within the Chief Information Officer organization, Service Delivery Staff, Enterprise Infrastructure & Operations Directorate in Washington, DC. This IT Project Manager (NETWORK/INFOSEC) role supports mission-focused learning initiatives by managing IT resources tied to network services and information security. The position is onsite and part of an enterprise environment where performance, reliability, and operational readiness matter daily.

What You’ll Do

• Monitor and improve infrastructure performance, including availability, reliability, resiliency, operational readiness, and service dependencies; resolve complex operational issues.
• Coordinate across teams including budget, acquisition, contracting, program, and technical personnel to ensure effective management of IT resources.
• Build network project plans that define technical requirements, implementation strategies, schedules, milestones, and resource needs.
• Advise contracting officials on contract administration, modifications, deliverable acceptance, schedule changes, and performance issues.
• Lead cross-functional execution with technical staff, program officials, contractors, vendors, and internal or external stakeholders.

Key Requirements

• Must be a United States Citizen or National.
• Must successfully pass a security/background investigation and a drug screening.
• Selective Service registration is required (if applicable based on birth date).
• If selected, you may be required to disclose financial information in line with DOJ and Federal ethics guidelines.
• May be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
• Must complete a USA Hire assessment within 48 hours of the announcement closing date.
• Requires the ability to hold a Top Secret/SCI security clearance, and to maintain it.
• Must possess or be able to maintain certifications as described in the announcement questionnaire.
• Temporary duty (TDY) business travel of approximately 25% of the time may be required.
• At the GS-13 level: one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least GS-12 in the Federal service, or comparable non-Federal experience.
• No substitution of education for experience is permitted for the GS-13 level.
• Must meet all qualification requirements by 11/12/2026.
• Ability to plan, execute, and monitor enterprise IT projects involving network services, information security, and/or telecommunications.

Compensation and Scheduling

This onsite position is located in Washington, DC and offers USD 121,785 - 158,322 per year. Minimum experience required is 1 year.

How You’ll Be Evaluated

Your application will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed above, using your application materials and the results of the required assessment. Competency areas include: Accountability; Attention to Detail; Computer Network Defense; Customer Service; Decision Making; Flexibility; Influencing/Negotiating; Information Resources Strategy and Planning; Information Systems/Network Security; Integrity/Honesty; Interpersonal Skills; Learning; Reading Comprehension; Reasoning; Self-Management; Stress Tolerance; Teamwork.

Eligibility and Application Notes

This announcement is open to the public (U.S. Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.) and eligible Career Transition applicants under CTAP/ICTAP. The position is being filled using Direct-Hire Authority.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility depends on the type of position and whether you are full-time, part-time, or intermittent.