Geospatial Analyst Expert

SOS International LLC; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 79,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

SOSi is seeking a Geospatial Analyst Expert to support GEOINT requirements for our government customer. The role requires deep GIS expertise, data integration skills, and leadership in analytic workflows. Fort Gordon, GA on-site position with Top Secret/SCI clearance is expected.

Responsibilities include developing geospatial products, maintaining databases, and creating automated workflows using Python, R, or Java. USA-based deployment and security compliance are required.

Qualifications

• MA or MS in a technical field such as Geomatics/Geospatial Sciences or related, with 10 years of relevant experience, OR BA/BS with 15 years’ experience.
• Active TS/SCI with SSBI.
• Expert in Esri ArcGIS, QGIS, MapBox, GeoServer, etc.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced geospatial analysis using GIS tools to support intelligence and mission requirements.
• Manage spatial relational databases (Oracle, MSSQL, PostgreSQL/PostGIS) ensuring data integrity.
• Develop geographically derived assessments and enterprise data integration to support decision‑making.
• Enforce spatial data governance and metadata standards across datasets and workflows.
• Produce high-quality geospatial visuals, cartography, and written analytic reports.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

GIS tools

SQL databases

Python

R

SAS

Java

Data governance

Visualization

Education

MA/MS in Geomatics

Geospatial Sciences degree

BS in Geomatics

Tools

Esri ArcGIS

QGIS

MapBox

GeoServer

PostGIS

Oracle

MSSQL

PostgreSQL

Job description

Fort Gordon, GA, USA

Full-time

Clearance Requirement: Top Secret/SCI

Compensation: USD 79451 - USD 165013 - yearly

Company Description

Founded in 1989, SOSi is among the largest private, founder-owned technology and services integrators in the defense and government services industry. We deliver tailored solutions, tested leadership, and trusted results to enable national security missions worldwide.

Job Description

This position is contingent upon contract award

SOSi is seeking a Geospatial Analyst Expert to support GEOINT mission requirements for our government customer. The role involves providing advanced geospatial analysis, data integration, and technical leadership in support of complex intelligence and operational requirements. This position requires deep expertise in geospatial information systems, spatial data management, and analytic automation to produce high-quality geospatial intelligence products for decision‑makers across the DoD and Intelligence Community.

Essential Job Duties:

• Perform advanced geospatial analysis using GIS tools to support intelligence, operational planning, and mission requirements.
• Manage, maintain, and query spatial relational databases (Oracle, MSSQL, PostgreSQL/PostGIS) to ensure data integrity and accessibility.
• Develop geographically derived assessments and conduct enterprise data integration to support analytic and decision‑making processes.
• Implement and enforce spatial data governance and metadata standards across geospatial datasets and workflows.
• Produce high-quality geospatial visualizations, cartographic products, and written analytic reports for technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Create custom geoprocessing tools and analytical workflows using Python, R, SAS, Java, or other scripting languages.
• Administer and utilize industry-standard GIS platforms (Esri ArcGIS, QGIS, MapBox, GeoServer, etc.) for spatial analysis and application support.
• Evaluate, coordinate, and collaborate with industry partners on geospatial technologies, software assessments, and technical project initiatives.
• Present geospatial findings through multimedia briefings and technical presentations to support operational and strategic decisions.
• Maintain strict compliance with security requirements, including operating within TS/SCI/SSBI environments.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• MA or MS in a technical field such as Geomatics, Geospatial Sciences, or related degree AND 10 years of relevant experience; OR
• BA/BS degree in a technical field such as Geomatics, Geospatial Sciences, or related degree AND 15 years of relevant experience
• College degree must be in Geospatial Information & Services (GIS), Geomatics, Geospatial Sciences, or related field.
• Relevant experience must be in geospatial analysis and/or geospatial information systems.
• Current/active TS/SCI security clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI).
• Expert knowledge of industry standard location analysis desktop and server applications such as Esri ArcGIS, Platform, QGIS, MapBox, GeoServer, etc.
• Experience using and managing spatial relational databases including Oracle, MSSQL, or PostGreSQL/PostGIS.
• Extensive experience with geographically-derived assessments, enterprise data integration, spatial data governance, metadata management and interpretation of business and performance metrics.
• Expert ability to present geospatial information via multimedia presentations and written reports.
• Demonstrated experience using geospatial Python, R, SAS, Java or other coding languages to deliver custom geoprocessing and analytical workflows.
• Experience in coordination and collaboration with industry counterparts on technical projects, software and service assessment, and other related subject material.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and experience with intelligence operations and in assisting with drafting expert assessments across operations priorities on behalf of the stakeholder.
• Specialized training from any intelligence collection and analysis school or certification to include GEOINT Professional Certification (GPC-F, GPC_IA-II, GPC_GA-II, GPC_IS-II, etc.)
• Knowledge and understanding of the National System for GEOINT (NSG).
• Experience with Intelligence Community (IC) and DoD geospatial data and repositories.
• Experience working within common project management frameworks.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in cartography, GIS, spatial modeling.
• Demonstrated experience using Python, R, SAS, Java or other coding languages to deliver custom solutions.
• Familiarity with Army, DoD, or IC geospatial processes, policy, and programs.
• Private sector (e.g., GISP, Esri Professional, etc.) or government (e.g., GPC series) professional GIS certification.
• Knowledge of Microsoft office tools and graphic design principles.
• Familiarity with DoD/NSG Structured Observation Management (SOM) and object- based production.

Additional Information

Work Environment

• Normal office conditions
• The primary performance location for this contract will be Fort Gordon, Georgia. The Government reserves the right to require contract performance at alternate locations, as dictated by mission requirements, and these locations may be subject to change.
• Additional performance locations are as follows:
• MacDill AFB, Florida
• Buckley SFB, Colorado
• Springfield, Virginia
• Potential performance locations may include the following:
• Vicenza, Italy
• Wiesbaden, Germany
• Fort Shafter, Hawaii

Working at SOSi

All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against for any reason.

SOSi is an equal employment opportunity employer and affirmative action employer. All interested individuals will receive consideration and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or protected veteran status. SOSi takes affirmative action in support of its policy to advance diversity and inclusion of individuals who are minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.