Operations Manager

By Light Professional IT Services LLC; Butlerville (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

By Light Professional IT Services LLC seeks a seasoned Program Manager to lead cyber range programs and DoD-related projects in the United States. The role requires extensive DoD/defense industry experience, a TS/SCI clearance, and strong leadership to coordinate multi-stakeholder training efforts.

The successful candidate will oversee daily operations, manage requirements, and ensure mission-focused program execution across Army and Joint Cyber Training initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Management, or related field.
• Meet DoD 8570.01-M IAT II requirements.
• Minimum 7 years of cyber range or computer testbed experience.
• Minimum 7 years of Program Management or senior DoD/defense industry experience.
• At least 2 years supporting Army and Joint Cyber Training operations.
• Strong project management experience and ability to plan, execute and evaluate complex training programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily MACC-TTE environment operations and development.
• Manage customer support for testing, training, and experimentation events.
• Integrate sponsor and customer requirements into comprehensive program plans.
• Coordinate with internal teams, external agencies, and installation stakeholders to ensure mission success.
• Establish responsibilities, set expectations, and manage assigned projects, budgets, and schedules.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and external agencies on assigned efforts.
• Ensure consistent on-site presence during regular duty hours (Mon-Fri, excluding Federal holidays).
• Support program execution and assume Program Manager responsibilities when required.

Skills

Program management

Cyber range experience

DoD/defense industry

Stakeholder coordination

Networking

IT/OT knowledge

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering / Cybersecurity / Information Management

Job description

Company Overview

Dignitas Technologies, a By Light company, offers a wide range of services in the military modeling, simulation, and training (MS&T) industry from research efforts advancing simulation technologies to large acquisition contracts. Dignitas specializes in system and software analysis, design, development, testing, fielding, and courseware for Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) training applications.

By Light Professional IT Services LLC readies warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for whatever comes next. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light supports defense, civilian, and commercial IT customers worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, including the operation, maintenance, and development of MACC-TTE environments.


• Manage customer support for testing, training, and experimentation events, including gathering and executing requirements.


• Integrate sponsor and customer requirements into comprehensive, coordinated program plans.


• Coordinate with internal teams, external agencies, and installation stakeholders to ensure mission success.


• Establish responsibilities, set expectations, and manage assigned projects, budgets, and schedules.


• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers and external agencies on assigned efforts.


• Ensure consistent on-site presence during regular duty hours (Monday-Friday, excluding Federal holidays).


• Support program execution and assume Program Manager responsibilities when required.

Required Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Network Engineering, Cybersecurity, Information Management, or related field (or equivalent experience).


• Meet DoD 8570.01-M IAT II requirements.


• Minimum 7 years of experience in cyber range or computer testbed environments.


• Minimum 7 years of Program Management or senior-level DoD/defense industry experience supporting senior DoD personnel.


• At least 2 years of experience supporting Army and Joint Cyber Training operations.


• Strong project management experience with the ability to plan, execute, and evaluate complex training programs.


• Able to plan, execute, evaluate, and lead Cyber training programs effectively. Possess knowledge of OT/IT technologies, cellular systems, networking, and IT management.


• Working knowledge of IT/OT systems, networking, and cellular technologies.


• Experience coordinating across multiple stakeholders in a mission-driven environment.

Preferred Experience/Qualifications

• Strong leadership and operational management capabilities.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder coordination skills.


• Ability to manage competing priorities and complex program requirements.


• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Special Requirements/Security Clearance

• Active TS/SCI clearance required