Data Engineer (Onsite)

Geospatial Consulting Group International (geocgi); Washington; On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site at Pentagon

Security clearance support

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Geospatial Consulting Group International (geo CGI) is seeking a Data Engineer to support the Department of War’s Women, Peace, and Security mission at the Pentagon by developing, organizing, and sustaining the data environment needed for analysis and leadership decision support.

The role identifies mission-relevant data sources and engineers reliable access, transforming raw information into curated datasets for statutory and NATO reporting and ongoing decision support across Joint Staff and

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizen with Active Secret clearance (TS preferred).
• 3+ years GIS experience in spatial analysis and data editing.
• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, or related discipline.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro and data editing.
• Experience turning data into curated datasets for analysis.
• Knowledge of GIS data models and databases.
• Experience with Microsoft Office for reporting and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated data pipelines from multiple data sources.
• Engineer access to data across DoD, Joint Staff, and interagency stakeholders.
• Collaborate with analysts, subject matter experts, and government personnel to translate requirements into data solutions.
• Maintain documentation and data standards to promote usability and continuity.

Skills

GIS experience

Spatial analysis

ArcGIS Pro

Data editing

Cartographic production

Geospatial databases

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in GIS/ Geography

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

Job description

Contract: DOW - Women, Peace, and Security Act Mission Support

Work Location: Pentagon, Washington D.C. Metro

Reporting Hours: Eastern Business Hours

Clearance: Secret

Travel: Not required

Geo cgi is looking for a Data Engineer to support the Department of War’s Women, Peace, and Security mission requirements by developing, organizing, and sustaining the data environment needed for analysis, reporting, and decision support across Joint Staff and partner organizations. This role identifies mission-relevant data sources, engineers reliable access to those sources, and transforms raw information into curated, usable datasets that support operational, statutory, training, and leadership reporting. The position works in a secure government environment and collaborates closely with analysts, subject matter experts, and government stakeholders to improve data quality, accessibility, and consistency. The role also supports development and maintenance of WPS AI-enabled tools and other in-scope data support activities as directed.

This position is a on-site opportunity at the Pentagon in northern Virginia.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and improve automated data pipelines to ingest, clean, transform, and integrate information from multiple mission-critical data sources into centralized repositories. Manage curated datasets as discoverable assets, including organizing metadata, documenting data definitions, and maintaining data standards that support reliable analysis and reporting.
• Identify, acquire, and engineer access to data sources across the Department of Defense, Joint Staff, and interagency stakeholders in support of WPS mission requirements. Support collection, collation, validation, and preparation of data used for statutory reporting, NATO reporting, planning inputs, leadership decision support, and other recurring mission deliverables.
• Partner with analysts, WPS subject matter experts, and government personnel to translate operational requirements into practical data solutions. Contribute to reporting products, course survey summaries, analytical support efforts, and continuous improvement of data processes, repositories, and AI-enabled tools that support mission execution.
• Maintain clear technical and functional documentation for datasets, workflows, and standards to promote usability, traceability, and continuity. Ensure data assets are structured and maintained in a way that supports accessibility, consistency, and downstream analytical use in a sensitive government environment.

As an employee of geo cgi, the Data Engineer 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 Data Engineer:

• U.S. Citizen with Active Secret clearance (TS preferred).
• Minimum of 3 years of professional GIS experience performing spatial analysis and data editing.
• Bachelor’s degree in GIS, Geography, or a related discipline.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Pro, including data editing, spatial analysis, and cartographic production.
• Demonstrated experience applying spatial, analytical, and cartographic techniques to real-world problems.
• Experience creating and maintaining geospatial data from multiple source types, including vector, raster, and GPS data.
• Knowledge of GIS database principles, data models, and best practices for managing spatial data.
• Experience using Microsoft Office Suite applications (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access) to support analysis, reporting, and coordination.

The following are preferred of the Data Engineer:

• Preferred candidates have experience in data management, data engineering, analytics support, reporting operations, or information organization in a mission-driven environment. They should be able to design practical data solutions, manage structured and semi-structured information, and maintain disciplined documentation and metadata practices that support long-term usability and governance.
• Experience supporting Department of Defense, Joint Staff, combatant command, interagency, or other federal organizations is strongly preferred. Candidates should be comfortable working with multiple stakeholders, handling evolving mission requirements, and supporting data-driven decision-making in a secure or classified environment.
• Experience with data pipeline development, repository management, data cataloging, reporting workflows, and data quality improvement is highly desirable. Familiarity with mission support related to statutory reporting, training reporting, leadership reporting, or AI-enabled workflow support is also beneficial.

The annual base salary range for this position is anticipated to be $110,000-$115,000 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.