Geospatial Analyst - TS/SCI with FS Poly

Society of Defense Financial Management; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Mental health resources

Student loan repayment

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Vantor is seeking an experienced Geospatial Analyst to support mission-critical GIS initiatives. You will develop, maintain, and optimize geospatial datasets and analyses using ArcGIS Pro, Portal for ArcGIS, and enterprise GIS capabilities to support customer mission needs.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of GIS experience, advanced ArcGIS Pro skills, and a proven ability to design scalable workflows. A U.S. government security clearance is required for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Geography, GIS, Geospatial Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional GIS experience.
• Advanced proficiency with ArcGIS Pro.
• Experience administering or supporting ArcGIS Enterprise and Portal for ArcGIS.
• Experience developing geoprocessing workflows using ModelBuilder.
• Experience publishing and managing GIS services; strong GIS architecture knowledge.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance geospatial datasets, maps, and analytical products using ArcGIS Pro.
• Design, build, and optimize geoprocessing workflows with ModelBuilder and Python automation.
• Administer and support ArcGIS Enterprise, including Portal for ArcGIS and hosted services.
• Publish, maintain, and optimize GIS services and applications.
• Develop scalable GIS workflows to improve automation and data quality.
• Perform spatial analysis and create high-quality geospatial products for mission planning.

Skills

Geospatial analysis

Problem solving

Written & verbal comms

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Geography, GIS, Geospatial Science, CS, Engineering

Tools

ArcGIS Pro

ModelBuilder

ArcGIS Enterprise/Portal for ArcGIS

Python (ArcPy)

Job description

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next. Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

Export Control/ITAR: Certain roles may be subject to U.S. export control laws, requiring U.S. person status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Please review the job details below.

This position requires an active U.S. Government Security Clearance at the TS/SCI level with required polygraph.

We are seeking an experienced Geospatial Analyst to support mission-critical geospatial initiatives through the development, maintenance, and continuous improvement of our ArcGIS Enterprise environment. This individual will serve as the team's primary resource for ArcGIS Pro, Portal for ArcGIS, geospatial modeling, and enterprise GIS capabilities.

The ideal candidate has a passion for geospatial technology, enjoys solving complex technical challenges, and takes the initiative to stay current with ESRI's rapidly evolving suite of products. This role is expected to evaluate new capabilities, recommend practical improvements, and help the team maximize the value of the ArcGIS platform while supporting customer mission needs.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, maintain, and enhance geospatial datasets, maps, and analytical products using ArcGIS Pro.
• Design, build, and optimize geoprocessing workflows using ModelBuilder and Python automation where appropriate.
• Administer and support ArcGIS Enterprise, including Portal for ArcGIS, hosted services, web maps, web applications, user management, content management, and security.
• Publish, maintain, and optimize feature services, map services, imagery services, and enterprise GIS applications.
• Develop scalable GIS workflows that improve automation, data quality, operational efficiency, and repeatability.
• Perform spatial analysis and create high-quality geospatial products to support mission planning and decision-making.
• Troubleshoot ArcGIS Pro, Portal, Enterprise, and GIS application issues.
• Collaborate with developers, project managers, system administrators, and mission stakeholders to design and implement effective geospatial solutions.
• Document GIS workflows, technical procedures, and best practices.

ESRI Technology Focus

In addition to day-to-day GIS support, this position is expected to:

• Serve as the team's primary technical resource for ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Enterprise, and Portal for ArcGIS.
• Continuously evaluate new ESRI products, software releases, and platform capabilities to identify opportunities for improving mission support and operational efficiency.
• Develop prototypes and proof-of-concepts using emerging ESRI technologies.
• Recommend enhancements to existing GIS workflows based on new product capabilities and industry best practices.
• Stay current through ESRI conferences, webinars, training, technical blogs, user communities, and professional certifications.
• Share knowledge with teammates by demonstrating new capabilities, documenting recommended practices, and providing technical guidance when appropriate.
• Collaborate with other technical staff to integrate new GIS capabilities into existing applications and workflows.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Geospatial Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of professional GIS experience.
• Advanced proficiency with ArcGIS Pro.
• Experience administering or supporting ArcGIS Enterprise and Portal for ArcGIS.
• Experience developing geoprocessing workflows using ModelBuilder.
• Experience publishing and managing GIS services.Strong understanding of enterprise geodatabases, spatial data management, and GIS architecture.
• Experience performing spatial analysis and producing high-quality cartographic products.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Python (ArcPy) for GIS automation.
• Experience with Arcade expressions.
• Experience with ArcGIS Experience Builder, Dashboards, StoryMaps, Survey123, Field Maps, QuickCapture, Instant Apps, and other ArcGIS applications.
• Experience with ArcGIS Notebook Server, Image Server, or Raster Analytics.
• Experience integrating GIS solutions with cloud environments such as AWS or Azure.
• Experience with SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or enterprise geodatabases.
• ESRI Technical Certification(s).
• Experience supporting Department of Defense or Intelligence Community customers.
• Active security clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one.

Pay Transparency: In support of pay transparency at Vantor, we disclose salary ranges on all U.S. job postings. The successful candidate’s starting pay will fall within the salary range provided below and is determined based on job-related factors, including, but not limited to, the experience, qualifications, knowledge, skills, geographic work location, and market conditions. Candidates with the minimum necessary experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skillsets for the position should not expect to receive the upper end of the pay range.

The base pay for this position within California, Colorado, Hawaii, New Jersey, the Washington, DC metropolitan area, and for all other states is:

$150,000.00 - $190,000.00

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers

EEO Policy: Vantor is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We believe in fostering an environment where all team members feel respected, valued, and encouraged to share their ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.