Cleared Defense IT & Cyber Specialist

Rippling, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridge Defense, based in Washington, D.C., is seeking candidates with strong risk management and analytical skills to support mission-focused defense programs. The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, independent judgment, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, security-conscious environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional communication, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to learning new technologies and processes while supporting critical

Qualifications

• Strong risk management skills and excellent communication, teamwork, and conflict management.
• Analytical and able to prioritize needs and requirements.
• Effective written and verbal communication across staff and management.
• Independent judgment, relationship-building, and consensus-seeking.
• Critical thinker with strong technical, diagnostic, and problem-solving abilities.
• Self-starter, adaptable, collaborative, and committed to continuous improvement.

Skills

Risk management

Communication

Teamwork

Conflict management

Analytical thinking

Prioritization

Independent judgment

Technical problem solving

Job description

Bridge Defense, based in Washington, D.C., is seeking candidates with strong risk management and analytical skills to support mission-focused defense programs. The role emphasizes collaboration across teams, independent judgment, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, security-conscious environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional communication, problem-solving abilities, and a proactive approach to learning new technologies and processes while supporting critical