About the position
Ridgeline is a tech company specializing in combating Ubiquitous Technical Surveillance, assisting government and enterprise clients with digital signature management. The company fosters a culture of curiosity, creativity, and flexibility, valuing teamwork and offering a solid work-life balance with flexible remote work options. This role is for a Contracts Administrator to manage the company's Department of Defense (DOD) portfolio. It is described as a pivotal position, not merely administrative, offering real ownership where contracts intersect with the company's mission. The ideal candidate will be proficient in defense contracting, understand compliance implications, and be dedicated to efficient operations.
Responsibilities
• Manage contracts from cradle to grave across FFP and IDIQ/Task Order vehicles, focusing on compliance, competitiveness, and protection for Ridgeline.
• Partner closely with Program Managers and Project Managers.
• Collaborate with finance and legal teams.
• Serve as the internal expert on FAR and DFARS compliance.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Ridgeline's contracts portfolio, along with all associated compliance and operational processes within the first 6 months.
• Transition to full administrative ownership of Ridgeline's DOD contracts and Independent Contractor processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency within the first 6 months.
• Build trusted relationships with key internal stakeholders, particularly Program Managers and Project Managers, to ensure alignment on contract execution within the first 6 months.
Requirements
• 2 to 5 years of contract administration experience supporting DOD portfolios
• Experience managing FFP and IDIQ/Task Order contracts
• Working knowledge of FAR and DFARS
• Active Secret clearance (minimum)
• Prior experience with a prime defense contractor
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
Nice-to-haves
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Contract Management, or a related field
• NCMA certification (CPCM or CFCM) or pursuit of same
• Experience with contract management systems such as Deltek or similar platforms
• Familiarity with government property and subcontract management
Benefits
• Solid work-life balance
• Flexible remote work options
• Culture that values teamwork over competition
• Flexible PTO + holidays
• Generous 401k match benefit up to 10%, with an automatic 3% safe harbor contribution and additional matching based on employee contributions.
• Medical (HSA & PPO Plans Available), dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Employer Contribution to Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Learning & Development opportunities
• Professional coaching services
• Get the technology you want to do your job
• Free daily snacks & drinks