Data / GIS Analyst (Anticipated Position)

Navanti Group; Stuttgart; On-site; EUR 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Navanti Group seeks a Data / GIS Analyst in Stuttgart to support a U.S. government customer.

You will deliver data-driven geospatial analysis to inform operational planning and strategic assessments, working within a multidisciplinary team on both classified and unclassified efforts. The role requires ArcGIS/QGIS proficiency, 5+ years in data/geospatial analysis, and an active TS/SCI clearance prior to start.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in data-related field required.
• 5+ years in data/geospatial/intel analysis.
• Active TS/SCI clearance required prior to start.
• Proficiency in ArcGIS or QGIS for geospatial analysis.
• Experience in DoD or defense contractor environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide data-driven geospatial analysis to inform operational planning and senior decision-making.
• Develop spatial products and visualizations for planners and leadership.
• Prepare reports, maps, and briefings tailored to decision-makers.
• Operate in classified environments and sustain collaboration with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Data analysis

Geospatial analysis

Data visualization

Python

SQL

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

R

GIS concepts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science or GIS

Master's degree preferred

Tools

ArcGIS

QGIS

Palantir

TRESTLE

G-TSCMIS

JCRM

Job description

Position: Data / GIS Analyst (Anticipated Position)

Location: Stuttgart, Germany (SOCAFRICA HQ)

Clearance Required: Active TS/SCI (required prior to start)

• Note: This position has not yet been funded. We are currently soliciting resumes from interested candidates in anticipation of a contract award.

Background

Navanti is seeking a Data / GIS Analyst to support a U.S. government customer by providing data-driven and geospatial analysis to inform operational planning, strategic assessments, and senior leader decision-making. The analyst will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to integrate, analyze, and visualize complex datasets related to security cooperation activities, partner force development, and regional dynamics across the African AOR. The selected candidate will support both classified and unclassified analytical efforts, contributing to the development of decision-quality products that translate complex data into actionable insights for planners and leadership. The role requires the ability to operate at the intersection of data analytics, geospatial analysis, and operational context.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Geography, GIS, International Relations, Intelligence Studies, or a related field
• 5+ years (mid to senior level) of relevant professional experience in data analysis, geospatial analysis, or intelligence analysis
• Active TS/SCI clearance (required prior to start)
• Proficiency in GIS tools (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS) to develop spatial products and conduct geospatial analysis
• Data analysis using tools such as Python, R, SQL, and Excel
• Develop data visualizations using platforms such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar tools
• Aggregate, clean, and analyze structured and unstructured datasets from multiple sources
• Produce analytical outputs (reports, maps, briefings) tailored to decision-making audiences
• Experience supporting U.S. Government, DoD, or defense contractor environments

Desired Skills And Experience

• Support to Geographic Combatant Command or Special Operations environments
• Work within programs or operations focused on the Africa AOR
• Use of DoD systems such as Palantir, TRESTLE, G-TSCMIS, JCRM, or similar platforms
• Apply geospatial analysis to operational or campaign planning processes
• Apply PMESII-PT or similar frameworks to structure regional or environmental analysis
• Develop and track measures of effectiveness (MOEs) tied to operational objectives
• Conduct data collection and validation during exercises or field engagements
• Operate in classified environments (e.g., SIPR, JWICS)
• Deliver briefings and presentations to senior-level audiences

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required; Advanced degree (Master’s or higher) preferred

Equal Opportunity Statement

Navanti Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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