Geospatial Cartographer - Intelligence Mapping for Policy

Central Intelligence Agency; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 68,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Intelligence Agency seeks a Cartographer to research, design, and produce maps supporting CIA intelligence analysis. You will receive internal training and attend external workshops and conferences, collaborating with colleagues to define project requirements and contribute geographic feature input including Board on Geographic Names rulings.

The role emphasizes map visualization, accuracy, and alignment with senior policymakers’ analytical needs. A federal civil service path applies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Cartography, Geography or Geospatial Information Systems (GIS).
• At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4-point scale is preferred, with exceptions for extenuating circumstances.

Responsibilities

• Research, design, and produce maps to support CIA intelligence analysis.
• Receive internal training and participate in external workshops and conferences.
• Collaborate with colleagues to define project requirements, advise on visual presentation, and provide input including geographic features and Board on Geographic Names rulings.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cartography/Geography/GIS

Job description

Central Intelligence Agency seeks a Cartographer to research, design, and produce maps supporting CIA intelligence analysis. You will receive internal training and attend external workshops and conferences, collaborating with colleagues to define project requirements and contribute geographic feature input including Board on Geographic Names rulings.

The role emphasizes map visualization, accuracy, and alignment with senior policymakers’ analytical needs. A federal civil service path applies.