IT Project Manager (COOP/IR)

This position is located in Division of Emergency Preparedness and Responses. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within the agency. The supervisor is Anthony Bowers.The successful candidate will perform the full range of planning, coordinating and performing secure and nonsecure IT initiatives that support continuity of operations (COOP) and incident response (IR) facilities. Work includes project management, process improvement, hands-on operational support, and contract oversight to ensure established cost, schedule, quality goals, and performance objectives are met; serving as an authoritative expert and consultant on IT business process improvements and information technologies, system implementation, and service delivery; and supporting the implementation and maintenance of IT service request processes that enable continuity and incident response programs. Assignments involve the development and periodic review of IT and communications procedures and the resolution of related policy and technical issues relating to securityrequirements for the COOP program. Additionally, the work involves regularly accessing and handling sensitive information, including Safeguards Information and classified/restricted data documents and/or materials. Suchduties include but are not limited to: The IT Project Manager (ITPM) oversees and maintains the agency's critical IT infrastructure, cloud environments, and software systems. This role troubleshoots complex technical issues, stays current on emerging technologies, and advises leadership on IT improvements and security needs. The ITPM collaborates across the agency to apply consistent project management practices aligned with NRC's PMM. The role supports COOP and incident response operations, reviews agency policies for IT impact, and ensures reliable Digital Service Center (DSC) performance. Keyresponsibilities include leading needs assessments, improving IT processes, coordinating efforts between Office of the Chief Information Officer and stakeholders, and conducting technical audits and feasibility studies. The ITPM also develops business cases and cost estimates, ensures projects meet architectural and security standards, and supports key lifecycle activities such as Capital Planning and Investment Control (CPIC) and Office of Management and Budget (OMB) submissions, along with audits and risk assessments. The role further contributes to strengthening business processes to enhance overall organizational efficiency. The ITPM represents the NRC in engagements with internal and external partners, sharing information on technologies, policies, and best practices. They provide technical direction to contractors and oversee project scope, documentation, procurement materials, and project tracking.