IT PROGRAM MANAGER (PLCYPLN)
HQ USAF and Support Elements
Posted: March 24, 2026 (3 days ago)
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Defense Information Systems Agency
Department of Defense
Location
Salary
$46,610 - $91,815
per year
Type
Full-Time
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This entry-level IT Project Manager role is part of a recent graduates program at the Defense Information Systems Agency, focusing on supporting IT projects in telecommunications and automation for the Department of Defense.
The job involves providing technical advice, analyzing requirements, and assisting with project planning under supervision, ideal for recent college graduates or veterans with basic administrative and research skills who want to build a career in government IT.
It's based in Fort Meade, Maryland, and emphasizes learning on the job in a structured development program.
The recent graduates program targets individuals who have graduated recently from qualifying educational institutions or programs.
To be eligible, applicants must apply within 2 years of degree or certificate completion, except for veterans precluded from doing so due to their military service obligations, who will have up to 6 years after degree or certificate completion.
Successful applicants will be placed in a dynamic, career development program.
Who May Be Considered: Individuals who have obtained a qualifying Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, Doctorate, Vocational or Technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution, within the previous 2 years.
OR Veterans (as defined in 5 U.S.C.
2108) who were unable to apply within 2 years of obtaining a qualifying Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, Professional, Doctorate, Vocational or Technical degree or certificate from a qualifying educational institution due to their military service obligation.
Veterans have a full 2-year eligibility period to apply upon his/her release or discharge from active duty. The eligibility period for veterans must be within 6 years of degree completion.
You MUST provide your DD-214 to support this claim.
In addition to meeting the eligibility requirement above, your resume must demonstrate the following qualifying experience: For the GG-05 qualifying experience is defined as: Reading a workflow diagram, responding and performing tasks based on email correspondence, and using online applications to fill out forms.
For the GG-07 qualifying experience is defined as: Providing administrative support for project management functions under direct supervision; assisting with data collection and basic project documentation; in addition to performing basic research on project requirements and regulations.
For the GG-09 qualifying experience is defined as: Supporting project management activities under close supervision; assisting with basic project planning, scheduling, and budget tracking; participating in project delivery team meetings and coordination activities; and conducting research on project requirements and compliance standards.
Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience and/or selective placement factor(s) within the body of their resume.
Transcripts are (Required) - and will render an ineligible rating if not submitted. Also, you are required to provide proof of degree conferral prior to appointment.
Veterans - DD-214 are required, and will render an ineligible rating if not submitted. Major Duties:
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