What are the responsibilities and job description for the Quality Assurance Specialist position at National Institutes of Health?
Summary
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Division of Physical Security Management (DPSM), is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Quality Assurance Specialist position. The selected candidate will support the NIH Physical Security Program by helping ensure that all NIH owned and leased facilities comply with federally mandated physical security requirements and are protected against current and emerging threats.
Duties
If selected for this position as a Quality Assurance Specialist, GS-1910-09/11/12, your duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Performs quality assurance activities related to physical security programs, systems, services, and contractor operations supporting NIH facilities. Plans and conducts quality assurance reviews, audits, inspections, surveillance activities, and technical evaluations of contractor performance, operational processes, physical security systems, and related support services. Applies statistical methods, sampling techniques, root-cause analysis methodologies, and quality assurance principles to evaluate performance and document results. Performs inspections, testing, validation, and verification activities for physical security systems to determine whether products, systems, equipment, installations, and services meet technical requirements and acceptance criteria. Participates in the development and review of Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), quality assurance surveillance plans, acquisition packages, and technical evaluation criteria to ensure quality requirements are accurately documented. Serves as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and/or Project Officer for assigned contracts, as delegated. Monitors contractor performance and contract deliverables, conducts surveillance activities, evaluates compliance with contract requirements, and provides technical findings and recommendations.
Who Can Apply
The public
U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Military spouses
Military spouses relocating under PCS orders, or whose spouse is 100% disabled or died while on active duty.
Individuals with disabilities
Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.
Job Details
Open
10/27/2026 – 11/02/2026
Pay
$70,623 – $133,142 Per Year
Pay Grade & Scale
GS 9 – 12
Job Category
Quality Assurance
Institute or Center
OD (Office of the Director)
Work Schedule
Full-time
Appointment Type
Permanent
Job Location
Montgomery County, Maryland
Travel Required
Occasional travel
Agency Contact
NIH HR Service Desk Branch C
Agency Contact E-Mail [email protected]
Job ID
889682700
Position ID
NIH-ORS-DE-27-13086646
The National Institutes of Health (NIH), Division of Physical Security Management (DPSM), is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Quality Assurance Specialist position. The selected candidate will support the NIH Physical Security Program by helping ensure that all NIH owned and leased facilities comply with federally mandated physical security requirements and are protected against current and emerging threats.
Duties
If selected for this position as a Quality Assurance Specialist, GS-1910-09/11/12, your duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Performs quality assurance activities related to physical security programs, systems, services, and contractor operations supporting NIH facilities. Plans and conducts quality assurance reviews, audits, inspections, surveillance activities, and technical evaluations of contractor performance, operational processes, physical security systems, and related support services. Applies statistical methods, sampling techniques, root-cause analysis methodologies, and quality assurance principles to evaluate performance and document results. Performs inspections, testing, validation, and verification activities for physical security systems to determine whether products, systems, equipment, installations, and services meet technical requirements and acceptance criteria. Participates in the development and review of Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), quality assurance surveillance plans, acquisition packages, and technical evaluation criteria to ensure quality requirements are accurately documented. Serves as a Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) and/or Project Officer for assigned contracts, as delegated. Monitors contractor performance and contract deliverables, conducts surveillance activities, evaluates compliance with contract requirements, and provides technical findings and recommendations.
Who Can Apply
The public
U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Military spouses
Military spouses relocating under PCS orders, or whose spouse is 100% disabled or died while on active duty.
Individuals with disabilities
Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.
Job Details
Open
10/27/2026 – 11/02/2026
Pay
$70,623 – $133,142 Per Year
Pay Grade & Scale
GS 9 – 12
Job Category
Quality Assurance
Institute or Center
OD (Office of the Director)
Work Schedule
Full-time
Appointment Type
Permanent
Job Location
Montgomery County, Maryland
Travel Required
Occasional travel
Agency Contact
NIH HR Service Desk Branch C
Agency Contact E-Mail [email protected]
Job ID
889682700
Position ID
NIH-ORS-DE-27-13086646
Benefits:
Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, Sick LeaveSalary : $70,623 - $133,142