Associate Data Manager

Geospatial Consulting Group International (geocgi); Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Geo CGI seeks an Associate Data Manager to support a USAF geospatial program at Scott Air Force Base in Belleville, IL. You will organize, secure, and manage geospatial datasets and collaborate with GIS professionals to ensure reliable data resources for mission requirements.

The role emphasizes data integrity, DoD standards, and cybersecurity, with onsite work Monday–Friday at Scott AFB. Eligible candidates hold GIS/Data Management degrees and an active DoD clearance.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen with active DoD Secret clearance; Top Secret encouraged.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in GIS, Data Management, CS, or related field.
• Experience with geospatial formats (shapefiles, GeoJSON, KML, rasters).
• Working knowledge of SQL, PostgreSQL/PostGIS or equivalent.
• Understanding of data quality, security, and accessibility principles.
• Ability to work onsite Monday–Friday at Scott Air Force Base.

Responsibilities

• Organize, maintain, and manage geospatial datasets per DoD policies.
• Support data ingestion, transformation, processing, and distribution for geospatial apps.
• Perform data quality control to ensure accuracy, integrity, and security.
• Assist with metadata management, tagging, and documentation.
• Collaborate with GIS analysts and admins to improve workflows.
• Apply DoD/Air Force cybersecurity requirements for sensitive data.
• Troubleshoot data access issues and format conversions.
• Support geospatial DB environments including SQL and PostgreSQL/PostGIS.
• Contribute to data management standards and best practices.
• Work onsite at Scott Air Force Base as part of a team.

Skills

Geospatial data management

SQL/PostgreSQL

Data security awareness

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Associate/Bachelor's degree in GIS/Data Management/CS or related

Tools

PostgreSQL/PostGIS

Esri ArcGIS

QGIS

Python scripting

Job description

Contract: United States Air Force – Air Mobility Command

Work Location: Onsite – Scott Air Force Base, Belleville, IL (St. Louis Metro Area)

Reporting Hours: Monday – Friday, 8 am to 5pm

Clearance: Active DoD Secret Security Clearance and ability to get Top Secret.

Travel: Up to 10%

Geo cgi is seeking an Associate Data Manager to support an Air Force geospatial program at Scott Air Force Base in Belleville, Illinois. This role supports the organization, maintenance, quality, security, and accessibility of geospatial and related mission data. Working alongside GIS professionals, system administrators, developers, and analysts, the Associate Data Manager will help maintain reliable data resources and support efficient data workflows across the program. The ideal candidate has a foundation in geospatial data management and database concepts, strong attention to detail, and an interest in expanding their technical expertise within an Air Force enterprise GIS environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their experience in geospatial data management, security, and mission-focused technology. This position is an opportunity with the primary location of performance onsite at Scott Airforce Base in Belleville Illinois.

Key Responsibilities:

• Organize, maintain, and manage geospatial and related datasets in accordance with Air Force and Department of Defense policies.


• Support data ingestion, transformation, processing, and distribution for geospatial applications and mission requirements.


• Perform data quality control activities to maintain the accuracy, integrity, consistency, and security of geospatial information.


• Assist with metadata management, tagging, documentation, and data organization to support efficient discovery and retrieval.


• Work with GIS analysts and system administrators to improve data workflows, storage, accessibility, and performance.


• Apply applicable DoD and Air Force cybersecurity requirements when managing sensitive geospatial data.


• Troubleshoot data access issues, inconsistencies, and format conversion requirements.


• Support geospatial database environments, including SQL and PostgreSQL/PostGIS or similar technologies.


• Collaborate with developers, GIS specialists, analysts, and system administrators to support mission requirements and improve data accessibility.


• Contribute to the development and implementation of data management standards, processes, and best practices.

As an employee of geo cgi, the Associate Data Manager will have access to a generous benefits package, in addition to a corporate culture and community of GIS geeks. Our benefits include but are not limited to:

• Competitive salaries, commensurate with experience and leading Federal Contractors in the geospatial industry.


• Opportunities for upward mobility in a dynamic fast paced environment within a small company.


• Merit-based spot and end of year bonuses.


• Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.


• Flexible work hours and PTO.


• Enjoy 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision premiums for individual employees. Coverage extensions for spouses and child dependents are available for purchase through the company plan.


• Company paid training, certifications, and professional growth and development.

The following are requirements of the Associate Data Manager:

• U.S. Citizen an active DoD Secret Security Clearance and willingness to be elevated to a Top Secret.


• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Data Management, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Computer Science, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.


• Experience working with geospatial data formats, including shapefiles, GeoJSON, KML, raster datasets, or similar formats.


• Working knowledge of database management concepts and technologies such as SQL, PostgreSQL/PostGIS, or similar database platforms.


• Understanding of data quality, organization, security, and accessibility principles.


• Familiarity with data security protocols and the appropriate handling of sensitive or classified information.


• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.


• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate data and documentation.


• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, classified environment supporting Air Force operations.


• Ability to work onsite Monday through Friday at Scott Air Force Base.

The following are preferred of the Associate Data Manager:

• Experience with Esri ArcGIS, QGIS, or other GIS software.


• Experience supporting U.S. Air Force or Department of Defense programs.


• Knowledge of DoD or Air Force geospatial data standards, policies, and workflows.


• Experience with PostgreSQL/PostGIS or other enterprise geospatial databases.


• Familiarity with cloud-based geospatial data management.


• Experience using Python or another scripting language to automate data processing or management tasks.

Experience supporting data operations within a mission-critical defense environment.The annual base salary range for this position is anticipated to be $70,000 $100,000 USD. The listed salary range represents our good faith estimate for this position. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Geo cgi considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s education & work experience, training & certifications, and key skills as well as market and business considerations at the time of the offer.

Geo cgi provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.