Integrated Master Scheduler (IMS) Lead

Company Overview
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.

Position Overview
Our By Light team, the premier providers of innovative Information Technology (IT) services and communications support to the Department of Defense and Federal Agencies, is growing. We’re increasing our team to support the US Army Comprehensive Modernization (COMPMOD) program. The program delivers end-to-end EFIS&T services—including survey and design through installation, security, and testing. This work spans NIPR and SIPR networks, Wi-Fi, VoIP, ISP/OSP infrastructure, and voice modernization across all CONUS Army installations.

We’re looking for an IMS Lead to own and manage the Integrated Master Schedule supporting Army network modernization efforts. You’ll develop, maintain, and analyze the program schedule, support milestone decision-making, and work closely with government and program teams to keep execution on track.

You’ll translate technical scope into a structured schedule, provide insight into schedule health and risk, and support planning, testing, and transition activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and provide input to the PdM GENM-A Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
• Support program milestone decisions through schedule analysis and issue resolution recommendations
• Assist with master implementation, testing, and transition planning
• Develop and maintain the Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) aligned to the system physical architecture down to the configuration item level
• Define schedule activities in terms of calendar time and required resources
• Build and maintain schedules using Microsoft Project Server (SE edition)
• Perform schedule analysis, including critical path analysis and Schedule Risk Assessments (SRAs)
• Prepare, review, and deliver required plans, reports, and CDRL schedule deliverables
• Support program reviews, conferences, briefings, and stakeholder meetings

Required Experience/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, engineering, or a related technical field
• Four (4) additional years of relevant experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
• 5+ years of IMS experience, including 2+ years leading scheduling personnel
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project (Server or Online)
• Demonstrated experience developing, baselining, maintaining, and analyzing IMS on complex programs
• Experience with schedule health metrics (e.g., DCMA 14-point check, BEI, CPLI, SPI)

Preferred Experience/Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting the U.S. Army or other federal agencies
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage senior military leadership and program teams

Special Requirements/Security Clearance

• Active Secret clearance required at the time of application
• Occasional travel to By Light offices in McLean, VA or Hanover, MD and Fort Belvoir, VA may be required

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs

Options

By Light recognizes that our strength is our people. We support every employee as an individual to build strong teams across the enterprise. Our benefit package includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage


• Wellness Program


• 401(k) Matching


• Disability (Short Term & Long Term)


• Employee Assistance Program


• Life Insurance


• Education & Training


• Generous Leave Policy (11 Federal Holidays, PTO, and Military Leave)

By Light is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration regardless of gender, race, veteran status, disability, and any other protected class in accordance with federal, state and local laws.