Research Specialist (Geospatial/Stats)

CNA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 64,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

CNA is seeking a geospatial data analyst in the Houston area to gather, process, and analyze data using ArcGIS Online and Esri tools. You will present findings and generate reports while supporting client interactions and project meetings.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to obtain a security clearance. You will contribute to data-driven decisions and visualization efforts within CNA’s teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• Experience with geospatial analysis for government or similar environments preferred.
• Proficiency with ArcGIS Online/ArcGIS Pro and Esri tools for mapping and analysis.
• Experience creating dashboards and data visualizations in Power BI.
• Programming experience in Python or R is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply standard research methods to gather, process, and analyze data and present findings.
• Utilize database software to organize data and generate reports.
• Participate in project meetings and support client interactions.
• Develop familiarity with CNA’s structure and major client sponsors.
• Communicate concisely in oral and written form with stakeholders.

Skills

Data analysis

Microsoft Office

Oral & written communication

Training & presenting

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ArcGIS Online (AGOL)

ArcGIS Pro

Esri software suite

Power BI

Python

R

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND/OR DUTIES

1. Apply standard research methodologies to gather, process, and analyze data. Use relevant database software to effectively organize and present data and generate reports.Demonstrate facility at the intermediate level with Microsoft Office and other standard CNA software packages to accomplish primary duties.

2. Develop a basic familiarity with the missions and organizational structure of the division or team's major client/sponsors.

3. Participate in meetings with project team. Support preparation for client/sponsor interactions. Identify client/sponsor POC for their projects.

4. Develop a sufficient understanding or expertise on specific tasks, issues or data so as to make a positive contribution to project outcomes.

5. Develop basic knowledge about CNA, its organization, key personnel and personalities, and relevant CNA standard operating procedures (SOPs), to include basic knowledge of CNA business environment. Understand the concepts of core, above core, and above ceiling/ domestic. Have basic awareness of the project development process.

6. Possess the skills necessary to communicate information concisely, precisely, and in a grammatically correct manner in oral and written communication. Present and summarize data effectively.

7. Work under close supervision on focused, well-structured pieces of projects. Tracks personal project spending.

8. Exhibit a positive attitude in interactions with colleagues, clients/sponsors, and staff. Take initiative offering assistance when opportunities arise.

9. Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience required.

2. Experience:Strong preference will be given to candidates that have experience with the following:

• Professional work experience, ideally in support of a government agency and ideally applying geospatial analysis

• Geospatial analysis software, especially ArcGIS Online (AGOL), as well as ArcPro and the entire suite of Esri products for mapping, data visualization, and analysis. Demonstrate proficiency with Esri’s Arc GIS Online (AGOL), including the software’s functionality and organization administration.
• Statistical analysis and use of interactive dashboarding tools such as Power BI
• Experience working in Python or R
• Ability to work independently on discrete tasks

3. Skills:

• Computer skills; Microsoft Office; database management
• Coding, analysis, and dashboarding
• Very good interpersonal and oral and written communication skills
• Training and presenting
• Strong critical thinking and organizational skills

4. Other: Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance

CNA follows a broadband compensation framework that considers a range of criteria in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: skill sets; experience; degree, certifications, other business and organizational needs. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is around $64,200 - $70,000.