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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # IT PROJECT MANAGER (PLCYPLN) - **Company:** US Defense Information Systems Agency - **Location:** Vaihingen an der Enz, Germany (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** €131,841.0 - €171,396.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Information Systems, Data Logging, Operational Systems - **Published:** July 18, 2026 - **Apply:** https://de.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6e2737c205a9b5e5 ## About the Role * Must be a U.S. Citizen. * Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service. * This national security position, which may require access to classified information, requires a favorable suitability review and security clearance as a condition of employment. Failure to maintain security eligibility may result in termination. * In accordance with the DoD 8140 policy series, the position is subject to completing Foundational Qualifications in 9 months and completing Residential Qualification requirements overall in 12 months., 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. and at least 1 year of qualifying experience. Qualifying Experience: To qualify at the GG-13, your resume must describe at least one year of experience that demonstrates the competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Experience refers to any paid or unpaid experience, including volunteer work and Military service, that would be considered equivalent to work normally performed at the next lower grade level in the federal service. For this position, qualifying experience is defined as: experience providing adaptive planning by developing options, update, or change a plan rapidly, based on changes in the operational and strategic environment, such as changes in policy guidance or objectives, resources and available forces, threat assessments, and posture utilizing the Joint Planning Process (JPP) Candidates must describe how they meet the qualifying experience and/or selective placement factor(s) within the body of their resume. All qualifications must be met within 30 days after the closing date of this announcement., * IT Policy and Planning (PLCYPLN) * Strategic Planning * Strategic Thinking, Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education., Security clearance Sensitive Compartmented Information Position sensitivity and risk Special-Sensitive (SS)/High Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type * National security Financial disclosure required Yes Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. ## Description This position is being recruited under 10 USC 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It has been identified as a position necessary to carry out and support the mission of the US Cyber Command., * Provides leadership and programmatic guidance for fielding DISA's Information Assurance (IA) services and capabilities within the USEUCOM AOR. Serves as liaison between JS, OSD, DISA HQ, and USEUCOM to initiate pilot projects or solve problems. * Represents the Commander, DISA Europe at designated forums and various conferences pertaining to the use and performance of the Enterprise Services family of programs/services, including meetings involving foreign governments and contractors * Promotes coordination, cooperation, and mutual understanding between managers of operational systems and DISA global program management offices that foster IA initiatives encouraging joint planning, sharing of facilities, information, and expertise. * Provides liaison support to USEUCOM and mission partners during exercises, contingencies, and during times of crisis., * This position is in the Excepted Service and does NOT convey eligibility to be converted to the Competitive Service. It is being recruited under 10 U.S.C. 1599f into the Cyber Excepted Service (CES) personnel system. * If you are a current Federal Career/Career-Conditional employee, you will be placed on an Excepted appointment. * This appointment does not confer eligibility to be non-competitively converted to an appointment in the competitive service. * You may be required to serve a 3 year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. * Telework availability will be based upon the mission requirements and supervisory determination * Individuals tentatively selected for drug testing designated positions at the Defense Information Systems Agency will be required to submit to urinalysis for illegal drugs prior to appointment or placement. * This is a covered position and the person selected for this position must complete an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report within 30 days of appointment pursuant to 5 CFR 2634.903(b) (DoD 5500.7). * We may use this announcement to fill additional vacancies within 90 days of the closing date. * Moving costs MAY be paid. * The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 makes certain reimbursements/payments taxable. For information on these changes and the Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA), for which some appointees are eligible, click here. * Salary plus Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) is authorized. This rate is subject to change without notice. * Recruitment, relocation, or retention incentives MAY be authorized. * This position is covered under DoD Manual 8140 which will be subject to future Cyber Workforce requirements as defined by the Manual. * This position has been designated as "Mission Essential." Incumbent will be required to report to work or relocate to a new duty location, in times of local/national emergency. * The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants issued March 18, 2004 will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. It applies to former Federal civilian employees receiving a retirement annuity from the Civil Service Retirement and Disability Fund that are hired within the DoD on or after November 24, 2003. The policy also applies to annuitants (appointed in DoD on/or after November 24, 2003) who move from one position to another within DoD through voluntary reassignment, promotion, change to lower grade or transfer between military departments. Please see this policy here. * Because this position is in the Cyber Excepted Service, Veterans' Preference will be applied to preference eligible candidates, as defined by Section 2108 of the Title 5 U.S.C. in accordance with the procedures provided in DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 3005, "CES Employment and Placement." If you are a veteran claiming veteran's preference, you must submit documents verifying your eligibility with your application package. * For more information on the Cyber Excepted Service Personnel System, click here. * For more information on veterans' preference, click here. * For more information regarding qualifications requirements, click here. * All applicants are encouraged to apply electronically. If you are unable to apply on-line, you may contact 317-212-0454 for assistance. * If selected, the authorized rate of pay may exceed the stated maximum salary rate range under certain circumstances. 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., * Your resume MUST include the following information for each job listed: Job title; duties (be as detailed as possible); month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008); and full- time or part-time status (include hours worked per week). Read more about what should I include in my federal resume at USAJOBS. * DO NOT include the following information: Classified or government sensitive information; Social Security Number; Photos of yourself; Personal information, such as age, sex, religious affiliation, etc.; or encrypted and digitally signed documents. Read more about what should I leave out of my resume? at USAJOBS * A complete Assessment Questionnaire (if applicable) * Other required supporting documents: (SEE THE SECTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT ENTITLED "REQUIRED DOCUMENTS" FOR MORE INFORMATION ON WHAT SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS MAY BE NEEDED) Click 'Apply Online' to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. * Follow the prompts to complete the assessment questionnaire and upload required documents. * Please ensure you click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application. * Check application status by logging into your USAJOBS account, clicking Application Status, then More Information for this position. Return to an incomplete application by logging into your USAJOBS account and clicking Update Application in the vacancy announcement. 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