GIS Analyst

RMC Global

• $85K — $95K *
Technical Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-6 years of GIS work experience
  • Bachelor's degree in Cartography, Computer Science, Geography, or Geographic Information Systems
  • GEOINT Certificate preferred with 4 years of related experience
  • Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
  • Valid passport with at least 8 months until expiration

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain web-based GIS applications and dashboards
  • Integrate and analyze diverse geospatial datasets
  • Perform spatial analysis and create visual products for decision-making
  • Collaborate with technical staff and clients to understand requirements
  • Support the development of spatial analysis methodologies for threat assessment
  • Contribute to project planning and ensure client requirements are met
  • Explore advancements in GIS technology and implement innovative tools

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment with monthly travel to government sites
  • Opportunity to work on meaningful projects related to national security
  • Professional development through training and industry events
  • Collaborative team environment with experienced professionals
  • Commitment to a drug-free workplace and compliance with security protocols
Full Job Description
Job Type

Full-time

Description

RMC is seeking a GIS Analyst for a full-time hybrid position in New Orleans, LA or Arlington, VA!

The GIS Analyst will support organizational components of Department of War in the development, maintenance, and enhancement of the web application relating to threats and hazard related GIS projects by integrating, analyzing, and visualizing threat, hazard, infrastructure, and mission-related data. This position will develop and maintain web-based GIS applications, dashboards, maps, and analytical products that support situational awareness and decision-making. The GIS Analyst will work collaboratively with technical staff and clients to understand requirements, manage and integrate diverse geospatial datasets, perform spatial analysis, and translate complex information into clear and effective visual products that enhance the security, resilience, and mission effectiveness of client infrastructure.

Essential Functions:

GIS Platforms & Core GIS Skills
  • Experience with ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise
  • Knowledge of database management, design, and geospatial data organization
  • Strong abilities in data manipulation, conversion, integration, and spatial analysis
  • Ability to document workflows and write methodology papers
  • Experience with raster and multidimensional analysis at large scales
  • Provides technical guidance and expertise in GIS analysis, data management, visualization, and web application development

Programming, Automation & Data Workflows
  • Strong knowledge of programming and automation using Python, SQL, and/or ModelBuilder
  • Experience and ability building and maintaining automated pipelines that pull, process, and combine large multi-source geospatial datasets, raster and vector both, at a global or regional scale
  • Implement testing, validation, checkpointing, and error handling for automated workflows
  • Experience with uploading, documenting, and maintaining python code on Github enterprise

Threat, Hazard & Risk Analysis
  • Demonstrates GIS knowledge in identifying, mapping, analyzing, and visualizing threat and hazard data to support situational awareness and decision-making
  • Ability to support the development of spatial analysis methodologies and workflows used to assess threats, hazards, and risks
  • Basic knowledge of the functions of infrastructure, including telecommunications (IT, telephone, satellite, radio), electricity transmission and distribution, natural gas distribution, water infrastructure (drinking water, storm water drainage, sewage collection and disposal), transportation networks, emergency response, and physical security assets

Web GIS, Mapping & Visualization
  • Experience developing and maintaining GIS web applications such as Experience Builder and Dashboard applications
  • Ability to develop maps, dashboards, and visual products through collaboration and communication with clients Military & Project Environment
  • Experience working in or supporting military environments, with an understanding of military organizational structures, ranks, terminology, protocols, and professional etiquette
  • Contributes to project planning and collaborates with other team members to ensure project goals and client requirements are met

Innovation & Professional Development
  • Regularly explores advancements in GIS technology, attends training or industry events, and implements innovative tools to improve workflows and deliver effective GIS solutions

Competencies:
  • Experience with ArcGIS Applications, including Experience Builder, ArcGIS Dashboards, Web Maps, Survey123, and/or ArcGIS Knowledge
  • Experience working with ArcGIS Enterprise environments and web-based GIS applications
  • Experience with database administration and management, including PostgreSQL and/or enterprise geodatabases.
  • Experience working with REST Services, Feature Services, and Web Feature Layers
  • Knowledge of programming or scripting using JavaScript, C++, C#, and/or Python
  • Experience with GIS data publishing, layer configuration, and integration into web applications
  • Basic understanding of Excel functions, data formatting, manipulation, and data preparation
  • Ability to troubleshoot GIS applications, data, and dashboard functionality
  • Understanding GEOINT, all-hazards threat assessment, risk analysis, or mission assurance concepts is a plus


Requirements

Education & Experience:
  • 3-6 years of GIS work experience

Required Certificates & Licenses:
  • Cartography, Computer Science, Geography, Geographic Information Systems

Desired Certificates & Licenses:
  • Cartography, Computer Science, Geography, Geographic Information Systems, GEOINT Certificate plus 4 years of experience related to job duties

Other:
  • Security Clearance: Obtaining a DoD Secret Clearance. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for clearance level required for the job.
  • Valid Passport: Possession of a current passport with a minimum of 8 months remaining until the expiration date.
  • Hybrid Role: Includes monthly travel to a local designated government site to work on secure networks and maintain access.
  • Travel Flexibility: Willingness and capability to travel, CONUS and OCONUS approximately 5% of the time.
  • Work Environment Compliance: Commitment to maintaining a drug-free work environment, U.S. Citizenship, and possession of a valid state driver's license.

Want to take the next step in your career with RMC? This GIS Analyst role is where your skills and talents will thrive, and you'll be part of something truly meaningful.

Join us today!

https://rmcglobal.com/



RMC has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by your manager as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and RMC reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as RMC may deem appropriate.

Salary Description

$85,000 - $95,000

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