Supervisory IT Program Manager (INFOSEC)

Summary This position is located in the Office of Information Technology (OIT), Office of Information Security (OIS). This position supervises numerous teams within risk management. This position develops and analyzes procedures and systems for identifying, assessing, validating, and reporting on the effectiveness of major information security risk management programs. Duties OIT Mission: The mission of the Office of Information and Technology (OIT) is to collaborate with our business partners to create the best experience for all Veterans. OIT Vision: To become a world-class organization that provides a seamless, unified Veteran experience through the delivery of state-of-the-art technology. Major Duties: Responsible for providing expert advice and developing strategic compliance plans, policies, and guidance for a designated teams. Oversees the monitoring of compliance with federal, state, local laws, and regulations at designated VA, contractor managed facilities, and VA-wide programs. Leads, coordinates, communicates, integrates and is accountable for the overall success of the program, ensuring alignment with agency or enterprise priorities. Identifies and address cyber workforce planning and management issues. Develop security compliance processes and audits for external service (e.g., cloud service providers, data centers). Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Travel Required: Up to 50% travel may be required, as needed, for this position. Compressed/Flexible: At Agency's Discretion Telework: VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility may be discussed during the interview process. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Supervisory IT Program Manager (INFOSEC)/PD177170 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Qualifications To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 03/03/2026. You may qualify based on your experience as described below: Basic Requirements: Experience must be IT related; the experience may be demonstrated by paid or unpaid experience and/or completion of specific, intensive training (for example, IT certification), as appropriate For all positions, individuals must have IT-related experience demonstrating each of the four competencies listed below. The employing agency is responsible for identifying the specific level of proficiency required for each competency at each grade level based on the requirements of the position being filled. 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. NOTE: The basic occupational requirements MUST be substantiated in your resume. Failure to provide the required information will render your application ineligible for consideration. Read all responses before making your selection. AND Specialized Experience: You must possess a minimum of one (1) year of experienceequivalent to at least the GS-14 level. Specialized experience for this position is defined as: Skills in leading end-to-end RMF activities (categorization, selection, implementation, assessment, authorization, and monitoring) for complex or high-value VA systems, resulting in timely Authorizations to Operate (ATO) and measurable Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) reduction. Skills in applying Cybersecurity Program Leadership & Governance by directing an enterprise information security program that aligns with regulatory requirements and implements governance, risk, and compliance practices across multiple stakeholders Skills in applying Enterprise Risk Management & Security Architecture by applying information systems security principles and concepts, risk management processes, and cybersecurity and privacy principles to guide architecture decisions and risk acceptance/mitigation across a large portfolio. Skills in Incident Response, Privacy Integration, and Regulatory Compliance by overseeing major incident response coordination and integrating privacy requirements within cyber operations consistent with regulatory requirements. Skills in applying Technical Oversight of Security Operations by using current industry methods to evaluate, implement, and disseminate security assessment, monitoring, detection, and remediation capabilities (e.g., vulnerability management, configuration compliance, logging/analytics), and validating outcomes through metrics. Skills in translating the organization's enterprise IT goals and objectives into actionable cybersecurity strategies, investment plans, acquisition requests, and workforce priorities; briefing senior leadership and governing boards. For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/. Education There is no educational requirement or substitution at this grade level. Additional information This is not a remote position. Office of Information Technology (OIT) has multiple worksites at various duty locations, and the individual(s) selected may be assigned to any federal government work site. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act. Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. Special Employment Consideration: VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply, including those eligible for hiring under 5 CFR 213.3102(u), Schedule A, Appointment of persons with disabilities [i.e., intellectual disabilities, severe physical disabilities, or psychiatric disabilities], and/or Disabled veterans with a compensable service-connected disability of 30% or more. Contact the Agency Contact for information on how to apply under this appointment authority via the Selective Placement Coordinator. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.