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IT Project Manager (APPSW)

Defense Logistics Agency

Department of Defense

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Salary

$89,508 - $133,142

per year

Closes

March 6, 2026More DOD jobs →

GS-12 Pay Grade

Base salary range: $74,441 - $96,770

Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-11. Advanced degree + significant experience.

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

Job Description

Summary

This job is for an IT Project Manager who oversees software projects for the Defense Logistics Agency, focusing on designing, developing, and supporting systems that help manage military supplies and operations.

The role involves working with teams to solve technical problems, meet customer needs, and ensure everything follows security rules.

It's a good fit for someone with experience leading IT projects in a fast-paced environment, especially in government or defense, who is detail-oriented and good at communicating.

Key Requirements

  • One year of specialized experience at GS-11 level or equivalent in IT project management, including system design, problem resolution, and balancing performance with business needs
  • Demonstrated IT or OT-related experience in the four core competencies: Attention to Detail, Customer Service, Oral Communication, and Problem Solving
  • Ability to analyze and evaluate customer requirements for logistics software, including COTS integration and electronic components
  • Knowledge of ensuring application interfaces, extensions, forms, and reports comply with IT cyber and physical security regulations
  • Experience in all project phases: requirements definition, product development, systems support, and implementation
  • Consulting skills to resolve project issues involving technology, methodology, policy, and guidance conflicts
  • Meet federal eligibility requirements including time-in-grade and minimum qualifications by the application deadline

Full Job Description

See below for important information regarding this job. Position will be filled at any of the locations listed below.

Site specific salary information as follows: Battle Creek, MI: $89,508 - $ 116,362 Columbus, OH: $93,400 - $121,422 Dayton, OH: $92,841- $120,696 Fort Belvoir, VA: $102,415- $133,142 New Cumberland, PA: $102,415- $133,142 Ogden, UT: $89,508 - $ 116,362 Philadelphia, PA: $98,630- $128,221 Richmond, VA: $93,499- $121,551 To qualify for an IT Project Manager (APPSW), your qualifications must include: A.Specialized Experience: Specialized experience is experience that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled.

To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military or private sector.

Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including time-in-grade (General Schedule (GS) positions only), time-after-competitive appointment, minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut- off/closing date of the announcement.

Examples of specialized experience are identified in the Major Duties section of this vacancy announcement and may also include: Recommends effective resolutions to system design and problem issues, balancing trade-offs between system performance, efficiency, customer and business needs, the criticality of the process within the business area, and the technical capabilities of current software and hardware for IT systems.-Analyzes and evaluates customer user requirements from multiple perspectives, including processes embedded within COTS software and the functionality of electronic components supporting DLA's logistics business operations.

Ensures application interfaces, extensions, forms, and reports adhere to regulatory requirements governing IT cyber and physical security while aligning with the agency's logistics business processes and operational objectives.

Tasks related to all facets of the project including requirements definition, product development, systems support and implementation.

Consults with Senior Project Integrator to resolve project management problems that require the incumbent to apply precedent setting solutions to technology, methodology, policy, and guidance conflicts.

For all positions individuals must have IT and/or OT- related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below .Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.

Customer Service - Works with clients and customers (that is, any individuals who use or receive the services or products that your work unit produces, including the general public, individuals who work in the agency, other agencies, or organizations outside the Government) to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services.

Oral Communication - Expresses information (for example, ideas or facts) to individuals or groups effectively, taking into account the audience and nature of the information (for example, technical, sensitive, controversial); makes clear and convincing oral presentations; listens to others, attends to nonverbal cues, and responds appropriately.

Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and to make recommendations.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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.

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Major Duties:

  • Participates in the design, development, and lifecycle management of Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) systems, focused on system automation, Industrial Control Systems (ICS), Programmable Logic Controllers...
  • ...(PLCs) and associated network architecture infrastructure Monitors and tracks development projects to ensure platform governance and quality control.
  • Supports all phases of IT and OT system acquisition projects to include planning, analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, implementation, and sustainment.
  • Supports all phases of IT and OT system acquisition projects to include planning, analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, implementation, and sustainment.
  • cont.) , Fuels Manager Defense (FMD), Energy Procurement Support Tools (EPST) Electronic Point of Sale (EPoS), Fuel Depot Systems-Asset Visibility (FDS-AV) and Fuel Depot Systems-Inventory Manager (FDS-IM).
  • Assists in developing acquisition strategies, preparing key program documentation such as Acquisition Strategy Reports (ASR), Test and Evaluation Master Plans (TEMP), and Project Management Plans (PMP).
  • Collaborates with contracting and acquisition professionals to ensure seamless execution of acquisition milestones.
  • Ensures adherence to program performance requirements by maintaining compliance with cost, schedule, and performance metrics as outlined by functional and technical stakeholders.
  • Manages risk, mitigation strategies, and change management processes to meet program objectives.
  • Analyzes and resolves technical challenges, including system schematics, blueprints, and configuration/interface issues. Leverages analytical methods to identify and implement solutions that enhance system interoperability.
  • Evaluates and optimizes business processes within automated information systems (AIS) and ICS/SCADA platforms using Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) software.
  • Ensures proposed system changes, enhancements, and fixes are fully aligned with operational goals while maximizing software and hardware capabilities.
  • Develops and validates functional and technical requirements, ensuring alignment with mission objectives and adherence to DoD standards.
  • Prepares detailed technical specifications and acquisition requirements to guide system implementation and sustainment activities.
  • Participates in stakeholder engagement, communicating with DLA Headquarters, program managers, site representatives, and cross-functional teams to deliver solutions, technical requirements, and operational timelines.
  • Acts as the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) or Contracting Officer Technical Representative (COTR), managing contractor performance, tracking deliverables, and ensuring compliance with contract terms and conditions.
  • Supports the development of Statements of Work (SOW), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), and contract modifications.
  • Monitors and manages technical risks associated with data replication, integration, and system interoperability, ensuring secure and reliable operations across IT and OT environments.
  • Provides customer and user support, addressing critical system issues, preparing comprehensive responses, and implementing recommended solutions. Ensures continuous improvement through post-implementation reviews and system updates.
  • Supports sustainment and cybersecurity compliance, ensuring all IT and OT systems meet DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) standards.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 2/27/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/28/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: DLAJ6-26-12898580-MP