Cartographic Analyst

Cartographic Analyst Federated IT Springfield, Virginia, United States About this position About Bridge Defense. Bridge Defense is redefining how modern defense technology is delivered. Based in Washington, D.C., we are built for the dynamic mission environment facing the Department of Defense, the Intelligence Community, and federal law enforcement agencies. We provide full-spectrum national security solutions that combine secure infrastructure, cleared talent, and mission-ready software to meet evolving defense challenges. Our services include secure software development in classified environments and the design and implementation of advanced IT and cybersecurity capabilities ranging from secure cloud architectures and enterprise infrastructure to data center operations, scientific analysis, cutting-edge cyber defense, and intelligence analysis. We are led by technologists and veterans with firsthand mission experience, which enables us to understand both the operational realities and the innovation needed to succeed. Our approach is agile and outcome-based, delivering results in weeks rather than months whenever possible. At Bridge Defense we value people, integrity, and excellence. We foster an environment where innovation thrives in support of traditional mission requirements. Our team members receive competitive compensation, robust benefits, professional development and certification opportunities, and clear paths for growth while working on the nation’s most critical projects. Core Values: Innovation & Responsiveness : We push beyond legacy models with efficient, tech-led solutions built to scale and evolve. Trusted Performance : Security, compliance, and deep experience in delivering to demanding environments guides all we do. Mission Focused Expertise : From veteran leadership to cleared engineers, our people understand both the technology and the mission. Summary: Bridge Defense is seeking a Cartographic Analystfor full-time salaried positions supporting an Intelligence Community partner. ***This is a pipeline/future needs position*** Essential Duties and Responsibilities: The GIS / Cartographic Analyst - Journeyman will work within a government/contractor team environment providing Digital Nautical Chart and Electronic Nautical Chart Conversion, Production and Review as well as provide support to existing and developing mission areas. Future needs and capabilities, as well as developmental assignments, are included. Required Qualifications, Education, and Experience: A total of 5 points of relevant background via one of the following pathways: High School diploma and 5 years of relevant military or full-time geospatial professional experience. High School diploma and 4 years of experience plus GPC Level I and II certification. Relevant bachelor’s degree and 2 years of relevant experience. Experience in geography, cartography, and Geographic Information Systems (GIS), with proficiency in ArcGIS applications. Knowledge of digital cartography, GIS production techniques, and other maritime digital data formats. Ability to analyze imagery and non-imagery source data for hydrographic products and databases.. Demonstrated ability to adhere to and apply IC analytic tradecraft standards (e.g. ICDS 203, 206, 208…). Excellent oral, writing, and coordination skills to communicate factual information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, often under pressure and tight deadlines that meets or exceeds established analytical standards. Desired Qualifications, Education, and Experience: Previous experience in Nautical Maritime domains. BA degree and 2 – 4 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with less than 2 years of prior relevant experience. The Successful Candidate will Possess: Prospective candidates should have strong risk management skills, excellent communication, teamwork, and conflict management skills. The candidate must be analytical and effectively able to prioritize needs, requirements, and other issues. Ability to communicate and interact effectively at all levels of staff and management. Ability to exercise independent judgment, develop relationships, and obtain consensus among interested parties. Critical thinker with strong technical skills, diagnostic skills and problem-solving ability. Solid written and verbal communication skills to negotiate direction, drive projects and projects to successful conclusion and deliver knowledge to team members verbally and via clear designs, runbooks and technical engineering and exchange sessions. Self-starter, flexible, adaptable, collaborative and motivated to champion continuous improvement. Ability to develop peer networks across an enterprise to maintain technology awareness and to support resolution of problems. Ability to operate across traditional technical boundaries, comfortable working in the compute space as well as the storage space in an operational capacity. Technically curious and driven to learn new skills. Clearance: TS/SCI Clearance (with CI Poly, or willingness to sit for CI Poly) Location: Springfield, VA; On-Site/Hybrid Salary Range: 85K - 100K General Factors: Depending on project requirements, may be required to work within a compressed schedule; overtime should be expected when schedules demand it. Willing to travel, if needed. No Relocation . Must be able to sit/stand at a desk for long-periods and must be able to lift 20 pounds occasionally. Must be able to multi-task and rapidly change priorities with limited notice. Bridge Defense is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affiable Action employer. It is the policy of the company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity or expression, national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are a qualified disabled veteran or individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to use or access our online system, please contact us at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Federated IT