Jobs at By Light Professional IT Services

Develops and maintains software components for military modeling, simulation, and training applications. Responsibilities include coding, debugging, testing, troubleshooting, and creating software designs under senior guidance. Requires a relevant bachelor’s degree and at least one year of software development experience. Preferred qualifications include C#, web applications, JSON/XML, debugger tools, software documentation, modeling and simulation, and SDLC knowledge.

Supports DoD information system authorization and assessment activities for USTRANSCOM. Develops security categorization, system security plans, risk assessments, ATO packages, POA&Ms, privacy assessments, and modification documentation. Conducts NIST-based assessments, vulnerability and control monitoring, contingency and incident response preparation, and ST&E/IATT reviews. Uses CSAM, eMASS, PPSM, ACAS, and STIG processes while supporting ISSMs and maintaining compliance documentation.

Manage government program financials using Earned Value Management, Integrated Master Schedules, estimates to complete and at completion, subcontractor tracking, charge numbers, invoices, cost proposals, and financial reporting. Collaborate with program management, finance, accounting, and government customers while maintaining work breakdown structures, monitoring labor charging, and supporting program reviews.

Leads the technical architecture of RangeOS, a cyber range and training platform for DoD cyberspace operations. Defines scalable, secure cloud-native and hybrid architectures; designs microservices, APIs, integrations, and full-stack solutions; selects technologies; manages technical roadmaps, documentation, risks, and technical debt; and partners with product, engineering, and DevSecOps teams. Leads and mentors engineers, guides Kubernetes and CI/CD implementation, and serves as the senior technical authority for platform architecture and customer-support engagements.

Creates 2D graphics for touchscreen interfaces, browser applications, websites, print materials, presentations, proposals, and documentation. Captures and edits still photography and video content, works independently with minimal supervision, and may develop 3D assets for gaming engines and modeling and simulation applications. The role supports defense-related military modeling, simulation, and training products.

Provides advanced on-site IT and platform support for the Persistent Cyber Training Environment. Monitors and maintains systems across unclassified, Secret/REL, and Top Secret environments using Jira Service Manager and vSphere. Resolves incidents, performs root-cause analysis, manages service requests, supports virtualized and network environments, prepares stakeholder reports, and improves service delivery. The role also supports Linux, hybrid cloud, container, identity management, and NSX-based infrastructure while collaborating with customers, vendors, developers, and engineering teams.

Conduct cyber threat analysis, threat hunting, cyber fusion, incident response, vulnerability assessment, and network and endpoint investigations. Correlate security telemetry and intelligence to identify adversary activity, develop actionable assessments, and brief mission leadership. Support Cyber Protection Team and Cyber Mission Force operations, documentation, exercises, operational readiness, and continuous shift-based cyber missions while mentoring junior analysts.

Designs, engineers, and supports complete audio-visual systems for DISA Headquarters. Responsibilities include troubleshooting AV, switching, control, and IP systems; producing AutoCAD and Visio drawings; developing equipment lists and budget estimates; coordinating installations; supporting project teams; reviewing technical documentation; and guiding systems through installation and final acceptance.

Leads instructional systems design teams supporting Navy training programs. Oversees staffing, schedules, budgets, quality, and deliverables while guiding analysis of training needs, instructional strategy, curriculum, assessments, scenarios, ILT materials, IMI courseware, and simulation-enabled learning. Ensures products meet Navy standards, NAVEDTRA guidance, contractual requirements, and customer expectations. Collaborates with program managers, SMEs, engineers, multimedia developers, instructors, and customers.

Leads unified communications engineering, modernization, sustainment, and migration across legacy and cloud-capable video platforms. Provides Tier III troubleshooting, systems architecture, capacity planning, integration, testing, documentation, configuration management, and security compliance for classified voice and video systems. Coordinates engineering teams, maintains representative lab environments, supports Cisco, Poly, Pexip, Microsoft Teams, Vidyo, and Azure integrations, and engages stakeholders to deliver resilient mission-critical communications capabilities.

Create and maintain cartographic products and geographic databases supporting Air Force operational training and test infrastructure. Develop maps using shapefiles, rasters, vectors, imagery, and airspace data; distribute files in required formats; ensure cartographic quality, standardization, and procedural compliance; and provide ad hoc map design support. The role requires expertise in ArcGIS, airspace and range databases, radar line-of-sight modeling, SGHAT, and Air Force/DoD geospatial processes. Work is performed in coordination with Headquarters Air Force personnel at the Pentagon.

Provides Cyber Range subject matter expertise to the Air Force, supporting OTTI integration, policy and guidance development, strategic initiatives, interoperability, and coordination with Air Force and Five Eyes stakeholders. The role advises AF/A35E on cyber training readiness, develops strategies, supports requirements and acquisition processes, and collaborates across defense organizations.

Supports the Senior Program Manager as Deputy, overseeing financial management, subcontractors, schedules, staffing, risks, technical performance, customer relationships, team leadership, status briefings, process improvements, and proposal efforts for a large DoD IDIQ contract.

Designs, administers, secures, and supports hybrid cloud and on-premises enterprise infrastructure. Responsibilities include Microsoft 365 and Azure administration, Intune endpoint management, Aruba networking, Fortinet firewalls, Windows Server and Active Directory support, CMMC compliance controls, vulnerability remediation, migrations, site deployments, incident escalation, vendor coordination, and technical documentation.

Develops and maintains technical documentation, manuals, presentations, diagrams, and program materials for government training systems. Responsibilities include outlining and formatting CDRLs, managing document configuration, organizing content in Confluence, creating Visio graphics, supporting proposals, and collaborating with engineers, customers, and end users. The role requires clear technical writing, peer review, source control, and the ability to translate engineering specifications into concise user and maintainer documentation.

Oversee a portfolio of customer-funded defense technology programs and internal R&D initiatives, managing cost, schedules, technical compliance, risks, resources, budgets, and delivery. Lead capture support, proposal development, contract negotiations, customer relationships, requirements and design reviews, and revenue-growth opportunities. Coordinate cross-functional teams, track technical maturity and project performance, and ensure alignment with corporate strategy and future business objectives.

Develops and maintains DevOps automation, CI/CD pipelines, deployment scripts, virtualized and containerized environments, and hybrid-cloud infrastructure supporting DoD cybersecurity applications. Responsibilities include monitoring systems, configuring networks and servers, troubleshooting, supporting developers and testers, reporting performance metrics, and researching new technologies. The role is remote with occasional scheduled work in Hanover, Maryland, and requires U.S. citizenship and a TS/SCI clearance.

Lead Kubernetes and DevSecOps engineering for high-availability hybrid and public cloud environments. Responsibilities include managing OpenShift or Rancher clusters, optimizing networking and storage, administering Linux infrastructure, automating provisioning with Terraform and Ansible, troubleshooting complex system issues, mentoring engineers, establishing standards, and documenting technical processes. The role is on-site in the Orlando area and requires U.S. citizenship with the ability to obtain Secret through Top Secret clearance.

Assists with managing COMSEC policies, procedures, personnel, training, audits, account records, accountable equipment, emergency action plans, shipments, and risk mitigation across multiple sites. Ensures compliance with federal and DoD security requirements, supports COMSEC managers and responsible officers, maintains cryptographic material accountability, and provides guidance on secure handling and key status. Requires 1–3 years of COMSEC experience and an active TS/SCI clearance.

Designs and documents U.S. Army campus area networks across NIPR, SIPR, Wi-Fi, VoIP, and ISP/OSP infrastructure. Evaluates network configurations, develops designs, configurations, cutover plans, testing documentation, and engineering assessments. Coordinates with project managers and lead engineers, directs technical resources, prepares reports and presentations, and ensures compliance with Army engineering and documentation processes. Requires advanced Layer 2/3 networking expertise, Cisco certification, active Secret clearance, and up to 30% CONUS deployment travel.