Geospatial Analyst — Secret Clearance & ArcGIS Automation

Cherokee Federal; Alaska; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Geospatial Analyst in Alaska to deliver GIS services across DoD and civil engineering contexts. The role emphasizes data management, spatial analysis, system integration, scripting, and troubleshooting within ArcGIS environments.

The ideal candidate has hands-on ArcGIS experience, strong geodatabase knowledge, and the ability to work across desktop, web, and server platforms. A secret clearance is required or active; HS diploma with degree preferred.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience with Esri ArcGIS desktop and server software.
• Strong understanding of geodatabase structures and enterprise geospatial workflows.
• Experience with Python/ArcPy, SQL or other automation tools.
• Ability to draft technical documentation and SOPs.
• Familiarity with SDSFIE standards and/or enterprise GIS data models – preferred.
• Possess CompTIA Security+ (IAT Level II) – preferred or within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform GIS data development, editing, and integration into enterprise systems.
• Manage end-user access to geospatial databases and applications.
• Support mapping applications using ArcGIS Online, Portal, and/or custom web apps.
• Manage and publish map services using ArcGIS Server and work with ArcSDE or enterprise geodatabases.
• Troubleshoot GIS desktop, web, database, and server issues.
• Write, configure, or run scripts/automations using Python (ArcPy), ModelBuilder, or SQL.
• Provide formal and informal GIS training to stakeholders.
• Draft technical documentation, SOPs, and workflow diagrams.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
• Have 3+ years of experience with Esri ArcGIS desktop and server software.
• Hold a High School diploma (required); a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree or equivalent technical training is preferred.
• Be proficient with ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Server, ArcSDE, ArcGIS Online, and/or Portal.
• Have experience with geodatabase formats, feature datasets/classes, domains, and data validation.
• Integrate enterprise geospatial applications into new and existing business processes.
• Have strong technical documentation and communication skills.
• Gather user requirements for geospatial applications.
• Understand web mapping frameworks or tools (ArcGIS Online, Portal, JavaScript web apps) – preferred.
• Be experienced with Python/ArcPy, SQL or other automation tools (e.g., FME, ModelBuilder) – preferred.
• Familiarity with SDSFIE standards and/or enterprise GIS data models – preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD Map 3D – preferred.
• Experience with Trimble’s resource/mapping and survey‑grade GPS solutions – preferred.
• Familiarity with USAF GeoBase programs or CE workflows – strongly preferred.
• Possess CompTIA Security+ (IAT Level II) – preferred or required within 3 months.
• Must pass pre‑employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.

Skills

ArcGIS

ArcPy Python

SQL

Geodatabase design

Data integration

GIS data management

ArcGIS Online

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Education

High School diploma

Bachelor's or Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ArcGIS Server

ArcSDE

ArcGIS Online

Portal

FME

Job description

Cherokee Federal is seeking a Geospatial Analyst in Alaska to deliver GIS services across DoD and civil engineering contexts. The role emphasizes data management, spatial analysis, system integration, scripting, and troubleshooting within ArcGIS environments.

The ideal candidate has hands-on ArcGIS experience, strong geodatabase knowledge, and the ability to work across desktop, web, and server platforms. A secret clearance is required or active; HS diploma with degree preferred.