Project Director

Intelligence Careers; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

NSA seeks a Project Director at mid to experienced level for the Fort Meade, MD area. Responsibilities include developing project plans and day-to-day activities, and leading blended teams of contractors and civilians involved in Agile software projects.

Open to candidates with strong project management experience in government/defense settings; full-time with a salary range and DCIPS trial period, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree in any field is acceptable.
• Relevant experience must be in project management or related field.
• Senior: higher education with progressively responsible experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee project plans and day-to-day activities.
• Lead blended teams of contractors and civilians.
• Understand or manage Agile software development projects.
• Perform requirements management, resource management and quality assurance oversight.
• Develop and track schedules.
• Monitor performance goals and mitigate risks.
• Lead/mentor junior staff.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and present status to senior leadership.

Skills

Project management

Agile experience

Requirements management

Resource management

Scheduling

Risk mitigation

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Master's degree

Doctoral degree

Job description

Project Director - Mid to Experienced Level (Maryland)

Fort George G. Meade Complex, MD
Pay Plan: GG , Grade: 11/1 to 14/10
Open: 2026-10-07, Close: 2026-10-14

Job Posting: 1263816

Responsibilities

Project Director responsibilities may include:- Developing and overseeing project plans as well as day-to-day activities.- Leading blended teams of contractors and civilians.- Understanding of or experience in managing Agile software development projects.- Performing requirements management, resource management and quality assurance oversight.- Developing and tracking schedules.- Monitoring performance goals and mitigating risks.- Leading/mentoring junior staff.- Creating and sustaining a strong customer focus with key stakeholders.- Collaborating with and building relationships with others to accomplish goals.- Presenting project status and informational briefs to senior leadership.

Job Summary

Project Directors supply timely, accurate, and relevant information to assist senior leadership, customers, and/or management in making decisions. They contribute to the management of a project in technical, development, business, and operational functional organizations.

Qualifications

The qualifications listed are the minimum acceptable to be considered for the position.Degree in any field is acceptable.Relevant experience must be in project management (for example, planning, resource management, scheduling, tracking/oversight) or a field directly related to the position.FULL PERFORMANCEEntry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 7 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 5 years of relevant experience, or with a Bachelor's degree plus 3 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 1 year of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree and no experience.Certification in a relevant field or a Journeyman Tradesman license may count for up to 2 years of experience.SENIOREntry is with a high school diploma or GED plus 10 years of relevant experience, or an Associate's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience, or with a Bachelor's degree plus 6 years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree plus 4 years of relevant experience, or a Doctoral degree plus 2 years of relevant experience.Certification in a relevant field or a Journeyman Tradesman license may count for up to 2 years of experience. Master Tradesman license may count for up to 4 years of experience.

Pay, Benefits, Schedule and Trial Period

• Pay: Salary offers are based on candidates' education level and years of experience relevant to the position and also take into account information provided by the hiring manager/organization regarding the work level for the position.
• Salary Range: $85,447 - $187,093 (Full Performance, Senior)
• Salary range varies by location, work level, and relevant experience to the position.
• Training will be provided based on the selectee's needs and experience.
• Benefits: NSA offers a comprehensive benefits package.
• Work Schedule: This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday, with basic 8hr/day work requirement between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. (flexible).
• DCIPS Trial Period: If selected for this position, you will be required to serve a two-year DCIPS trial period, unless you are a veterans' preference-eligible employee, in which case you are required to serve a one-year trial period. This trial period runs concurrently with your commitment to the position, if applicable. Before finalizing your appointment at the conclusion of your trial period, NSA will determine whether your continued employment advances the public interest. This decision will be based on factors such as your performance and conduct; the Agency's needs and interests; whether your continued employment would advance the Agency's organizational goals; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. If you do not receive certification for continued employment, you should receive written notice prior to the end of your trial period that your employment will be terminated and the effective date of such termination.

U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. NSA is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. NSA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and hiring process.

DCIPS Disclaimer

**VETERANS AND TRANSITIONING SERVICE MEMBERS**Thank you for your service! The National Security Agency (NSA) is part of the Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS). All positions at NSA are in the Excepted Service under Title 10, United States Codes (U.S.C.), Section 1601 appointment authority.Veterans' PreferenceIn accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 2005, "DoD Civilian Personnel Management System: Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System Employment and Placement," NSA applies veterans' preference, as defined by Section 2108 of Title 5, U.S.C., to eligible candidates. If you are claiming veterans' preference, you are required to provide acceptable documentation of your preference eligibility upon application.Acceptable documentation includes:- DD-214: "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty," which shows dates of service and discharge under honorable conditions (Copy 4); OR- Certification of Service:A written document on letterhead from the appropriate branch of the armed forces that certifies the service member is expected to be discharged or released from active duty service in the armed forces under honorable conditions not later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should include the military service dates, including the expected discharge or release date; AND- Standard Form 15 (SF-15)Application for 10-point Veteran Preference (http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf15.pdf).If you are claiming a service-connected disability of 30 percent or more, the documentation you provide must specifically demonstrate this level of disability; AND- VA Letter of Disability (for 10pt and Sole Survivorship rating)You may obtain a letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs reflecting your level of disability for preference eligibility by visiting a VA Regional Office, contacting a VA call center, or online (https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/).**Failure to provide sufficient documentation of veterans' preference eligibility may preclude NSA from identifying you as a preference eligible candidate during the hiring selection process.