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Posted: March 9, 2026 (3 days ago)

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IT PROGRAM MANAGER (PLCYPLN)

Commander, Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWARSYSCOM)

Department of the Navy

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$125,776 - $192,331

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GS-13 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $88,520 - $115,079

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-12. Expert-level knowledge in field.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading IT programs for the Navy, focusing on planning acquisitions, managing budgets and risks, and guiding teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.

It's ideal for experienced IT professionals who enjoy overseeing complex technology initiatives in a military context and have a knack for mentoring others.

Candidates with a background in program management and cost estimation will thrive here.

Key Requirements

  • At least one year of specialized experience at GS-13 or equivalent level in developing and executing program acquisition plans
  • Experience developing cost estimates for complex IT programs
  • Proven ability to lead and mentor teams
  • Skills in developing and executing risk management plans for IT projects
  • Knowledge of applying policies, processes, and guidelines for complex IT programs
  • Ability to meet cost, schedule, and performance constraints in program execution

Full Job Description

You will serve as an IT Program Manager (PLCYPLN) in the Expedition Enterprise Systems & Services Division, Expeditionary Warfare Department of NIWC ATLANTIC.

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the NO-05 (GS-13) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.

Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Developing and executing program acquisition plans, developing cost estimates, leading and mentoring personnel, and developing risk management plans.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2200/information-technology-it-management-series-2210-alternative-a/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:

  • You will apply, and lead others to apply NIWC policies, processes, and guidelines governing complex IT programs.
  • You will develop and execute program acquisition plans to meet cost, schedule, and performance constraints.
  • You will develop cost estimates for complex IT programs.
  • You will develop and execute risk management plans to meet cost, schedule, and performance for complex IT programs.
  • You will lead and mentor team members.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 3/9/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 3/10/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: ST-12902707-26-AJW