Network Installation Specialist - Master

By Light Professional IT Services LLC equips warfighters and federal agencies with technology and systems engineered to connect, protect, and prepare individuals and teams for evolving challenges. Headquartered in McLean, VA, By Light delivers IT services and communications support to defense, civilian, and commercial customers worldwide.

About the role

We are expanding our team to support the US Army Comprehensive Modernization (COMPMOD) program, which provides end-to-end EFIS&T services—from survey and design through installation, security, and testing. This role spans NIPR and SIPR networks, Wi-Fi, VoIP, ISP/OSP infrastructure, and voice modernization across all CONUS Army installations. As a Master Network Installation Specialist, you will perform highly detailed technical tasks, lead field teams, and design, deploy, and manage complex IT solutions to meet organizational needs.

Responsibilities

• Plan and complete complex technical projects from survey and engineering to site implementation.
• Develop and maintain high standards of installation and service; lead, train, and counsel network installation technicians.
• Serve as a technical resource for project managers and field technicians.
• Act as the first line of communication for field installation teams, supporting project managers.
• Take responsibility for the development and quality assessment of all field deliverables before submission to SMEs or project managers.
• Maintain accountability for task-oriented work efforts of assigned personnel.
• Ensure engineering schedules are met or exceeded.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into comprehensive IT implementation designs.

Training and Implementation

• Lead the implementation and deployment of IT systems, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
• Conduct physical onsite network surveys to determine engineering solutions for assigned projects.
• Provide client-site network installation support, including hardware installation as prescribed by Site Engineering Solution (SES) documentation.
• Prepare complex site reports, documents, diagrams, and VISIO drawings to meet customer deliverable requirements.
• Train and certify others to develop proficiency in site surveys and documentation.
• Provide input to field technicians for procedural documentation (e.g., BER testing, platform configurations, deliverables, procedures).
• Configure installed technology, including cryptographic, MPLS, optical, and timing equipment, and supporting systems.
• Perform troubleshooting and fault-isolation to bring installed equipment to a functional state; coordinate with network engineers for installation testing and acceptance.
• Train team members on completing site surveys to create detailed and accurate reports.
• Ensure team members are adequately trained and equipped with the tools necessary for success.
• Instill operational and field quality expectations to enhance confidence in By Light’s site work.

Engineering and Field Assistance

• Provide project design support in coordination with Engineering to meet customer objectives.
• Produce, direct, and lead preparation of Site Engineering Solution (SES) documentation, Site Survey Reports (SSRs), Site Concurrence Letters (SCLs), Site Implementation Plans (SIPs), and Indentured/Manufacturing Bill of Materials (IBOM/MBOM) documents.
• Assess, design, build, and document current site network configurations and user requirements.
• Interpret SES according to real-world conditions and modify solutions/designs as needed.
• Direct and lead preparation of drawings documenting configuration changes.
• Perform system-level design and configuration, including hardware and platform specifications.
• Document as-built configurations through redlined SES documentation and produce Completion Reports (CR).
• Provide oversight and guidance for client-site installation support services.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of all Technical Design Packages.
• Provide onsite and remote technical direction for system deployment, configuration, commissioning, and testing.
• Monitor assigned project and task issues, developing resolutions to meet schedule, quality, and client-satisfaction goals.
• Provide onsite direction and assistance during installations.
• Work with the Project Manager to determine alternative IBOM materials when necessary.

General Administrative Duties

• Coordinate with Engineering Management on changes and updates to engineering and technical documents.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders, addressing potential risks or issues.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless project execution from initiation to completion.

Requirements

• 7.5+ years of relevant experience as an Implementation Engineer.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, and Visio.
• Active Secret Clearance (Top Secret preferred).
• Ability to travel 90% of the time for CONUS and potentially OCONUS deployments.