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. 

Cole Engineering Services (CESI), a By Light company, is recognized as a premier provider of modeling and simulation (M&S) training solutions to the Federal Government and industry. Since 2004, CESI has been at the forefront of developing, maintaining, and integrating simulation-based training, serious gaming, technical services, training and other support in live, virtual, constructive, and gaming (LVCG) domains.  CESI also designs, builds and runs infrastructure, platforms, applications and processes that enable cyber training for the integrated multi-domain force. Our vision is to become a worldwide full spectrum LVCG and cyber training/analysis developer, integrator and services provider.

Cole Engineering is in search of a proficient, on site, Cyber Systems Support Specialist to address end-user technical support queries on the Persistent Cyber Training Environment (PCTE) platform at the Cyber Schools of Excellence. The position involves documenting, monitoring, and resolving reported issues while ensuring adherence to operational service level standards. The specialist will utilize product information and solution databases for thorough research and troubleshooting, delivering comprehensive solutions. The candidate will offer guidance on issue resolution approaches and escalate issues as needed. Moreover, responsibilities extend to supporting software and device installations/upgrades, setting up user profiles, and maintaining user accounts to meet response time and quality service level standards.

This position is onsite at Fort Meade, MD.

Responsibilities: As a member of the platform support team, the Cyber Systems Support Specialist will utilize Jira Service Manager tools and vSphere to monitor and maintain the PCTE platform guaranteeing its peak performance. They will oversee the creation of user accounts, address platform issues raised by users, and ensure swift resolutions. Furthermore, they will incorporate user feedback for ongoing improvements to the customer experience. This comprehensive support encompasses systems categorized under Unclassified, Sec/REL, and Top-Secret security levels.

• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate seamlessly within a team environment and support stakeholders.
• Display meticulous attention to detail while entering user information to ensure accuracy, maintaining a commitment to error rates below 5%, minimizing the need for corrective actions.
• Ability to analyze real-world problems and implement solutions following corporate guidelines, industry best practices, and established procedures.
• Offer professional-level support for IT, virtual environments, and network functions, addressing a range of technical challenges.
• Thrive as a self-starter in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, collaborating effectively with engineers of varying skill levels and experience.
• Display sensitivity and adaptability to meet customer needs and requirements effectively.

• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as IT, computer science, systems or software engineering from an accredited college or university. (5 years’ experience in lieu of degree) 

• 8570 Compliant IAT Level II or greater. Security+, CISSP or other equivalent certification required within six months of hire.
• Possess strong written and verbal communication skills to collaborate seamlessly within a team environment and support stakeholders.
• Display meticulous attention to detail while entering user information to ensure accuracy, maintaining a commitment to error rates below 5%, minimizing the need for corrective actions.
• Ability to analyze real-world problems and implement solutions following corporate guidelines, industry best practices, and established procedures.
• Offer professional-level support for IT, virtual environments, and network functions addressing a range of technical challenges.
• Thrive as a self-starter in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, collaborating effectively with engineers of varying skill levels and experience.
• Display sensitivity and adaptability to meet customer needs and requirements effectively.

• Demonstrated expertise in administering software systems within virtual machine and container-based hybrid cloud environments.
• Support the configuration, execution, and troubleshooting of virtual environments created by users within PCTE.
  Proficiency in Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Identity Management (IdM) and Single Sign-On (SSO) using Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP).
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, projects, and demands concurrently.
• Interact proficiently with vendors, users, customers, and developers to comprehend evolving needs and operational requirements impacting the production environment to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Proficiency in resolving technical issues encompassing diverse integrated software and hardware platforms.
• The ideal candidate should demonstrate flexibility in their work schedule, including the ability to work different shifts and weekends.

• For this role, an active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance, with the ability to obtain a Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph.

Salary Minimum: $109,000

Salary Maximum: $129,000

The annual base salary provided is a guideline for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. When extending an offer, By Light also considers other variables such as (but not limited to) work experience, education, training, skill set, internal peer equity, clearance level, and market conditions. In addition, By Light provides an extensive selection of benefits and offerings to our employees