GIS System Administrator (Temporary)

Xcellent Technology Solutions, Inc; United States; Remote; USD 56,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcellent Technology Solutions, Inc is seeking a GIS System Administrator to support the USGS. You will administer Esri applications, manage GIS workflows, and provide essential IT support within Windows environments.

The role focuses on ensuring reliable GIS data for researchers, policymakers, and the public, working in a remote-capable setting for a 3-month contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related area is required or 4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree.
• Experience resolving issues in Windows 11/Server environments with patching and vulnerability management.
• Familiarity with Esri software and ArcGIS Enterprise components (ArcGIS Server/Portal/Web Adaptor/ArcGIS Desktop/ArcGIS Online).

Responsibilities

• Provide essential administration and maintenance of Esri applications in Windows environments.
• Support GIS workflows and data within a GIS context for researchers and analysts.
• Communicate effectively and manage multiple assignments in a remote environment.

Skills

Windows administration

Patch management

Esri ArcGIS

Version control

Security updates

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related area

4+ years of relevant experience in lieu of degree

Job description

GIS System Administrator (United States Geological Survey)

Geographic Information Systems surround us everyday and it takes a dedicated team behind the scenes to keep those critical systems up and running for analysts to provide actionable and reliable GIS data for researchers, policymakers, and the public.

As a GIS System Administrator, you will be joining XTS’s highly capable and collaborative Digital Services team supporting the United States Geological Survey (USGS). In this role, you will be providing essential assistance and maintenance of Esri applications, apply your understanding of GIS workflows and datasets within an elaborate GIS context, and offering administrative support within the Windows and Esri environments.

*This is a temporary 3-month contract position

Required Skills and Qualifications

To be considered for this role, the desired candidate must demonstrate:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related area and 2 years of relevant experience
  
  
  
  • Minimum 4 years of verified relevant experience in lieu of degree
  
  
  
  


• Demonstrated experience resolving issues within Windows 11/Server environment
  
  
  
  • Includes experience with configuration management practices and version control standards
  
  
  • Ability to apply security updates and address vulnerabilities on client systems
  
  
  
  


• Familiarity with Esri software and ArcGIS Enterprise components
  
  
  
  • e.g. ArcGIS Server, Portal, Web Adaptor, ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Online, etc.
  
  
  • Experience with other GIS applications like Global Mapper, GDAL, etc. is a plus
  
  
  
  


• Possesses strong communication skills and ability to manage multiple assignments independently in a remote environment

Share your talents and expertise with our efforts of enhancing our National Map by applying today and send your resume directly to Alejandro Molina: [e-mail]

Salary Range:

$56,000 - $60,000