Sr. GIS Enterprise Specialist

ENTRUST Solutions Group; Lisle (IL); Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Retirement program with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedules

Job summary

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, seeks an Enterprise GIS Specialist to lead the ArcGIS Enterprise platform strategy, architecture, and administration across development, testing, and production environments.

You will partner with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable GIS solutions, drive digital transformation, and ensure security, reliability, and performance of GIS assets. Remote-friendly role with strong technical leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, IT, CS or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years in GIS, architecture, or enterprise geospatial systems.
• 5+ years in GIS app development, ArcGIS Enterprise administration, SQL Server, Python and Java.
• Experience administering ArcGIS Enterprise platforms (Portal, Server, SDE).
• Experience designing enterprise GIS architecture, integrations, data workflows, and data management.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, administration, optimization, and security of ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Design and manage scalable GIS environments across dev, test, and production.
• Establish governance standards and data management strategies for GIS assets.
• Develop and support GIS apps, dashboards, web services, workflows, and integrations.
• Provide technical leadership for ArcGIS Enterprise apps and Esri tech like Experience Builder and Dashboards.
• Monitor performance, availability, capacity, and security; identify improvements.
• Lead planning and execution of enterprise GIS initiatives, managing risks and timelines.
• Coordinate GIS-related system changes and change management processes.
• Partner with stakeholders to align GIS investments with strategic objectives.
• Evaluate emerging GIS/AI technologies to enhance capabilities.
• Mentor GIS professionals and promote collaboration and learning.

Skills

GIS architecture

ArcGIS Enterprise

SQL Server

Python

Java

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS/IT/CS

Tools

Portal for ArcGIS

ArcGIS Server

SDE

Experience Builder

Dashboards

Field Maps

Job description

Join our team as a Sr. GIS Enterprise Specialist, where you will lead the strategy, architecture, administration, and continuous evolution of our enterprise geospatial technology environment. In this highly visible role, you will shape how GIS technology supports operational excellence, digital transformation, and data-driven decision-making across the organization.

ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, is an industry leader serving critical infrastructure and utility clients, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that improve the reliability, efficiency, and sustainability of essential services. You will be at the forefront of architecting and optimizing our ArcGIS Enterprise platform, developing enterprise geospatial solutions, and enabling business stakeholders to leverage GIS technology to solve complex challenges and drive meaningful outcomes.

As the Enterprise GIS Specialist, you will serve as the senior technical authority for our ArcGIS Enterprise environment, ensuring the platform remains secure, scalable, reliable, and aligned with business objectives. You will collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to transform business requirements into innovative GIS solutions that support operational excellence and long-term growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architecture, administration, optimization, and security of the ArcGIS Enterprise platform, including Portal for ArcGIS, ArcGIS Server, enterprise geodatabases (SDE), datastores, and supporting infrastructure.
• Design and manage scalable GIS environments across development, testing, and production platforms while overseeing upgrades, patches, migrations, backups, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.
• Establish enterprise GIS architecture standards, governance practices, and geospatial data management strategies that ensure the integrity, accessibility, and security of critical GIS assets.
• Develop and support GIS applications, dashboards, web services, automated workflows, geoprocessing tools, and integrations with enterprise business systems.
• Provide technical leadership for ArcGIS Enterprise applications and extensions, including Experience Builder, Dashboards, Field Maps, and related Esri technologies.
• Monitor platform performance, availability, capacity, and security while proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and modernization.
• Lead technical planning and implementation of enterprise GIS initiatives, ensuring successful project execution while managing risks, dependencies, scope, quality, and timelines.
• Coordinate GIS-related system changes and participate in change management processes, including RFC and CAB reviews.
• Partner with business stakeholders, project teams, and leadership to communicate project progress, recommend solutions, and align GIS investments with strategic objectives.
• Evaluate emerging GIS, cloud, AI, and geospatial technologies to enhance organizational capabilities and improve user experiences.
• Mentor GIS professionals and provide technical guidance that promotes collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

What We Offer

• A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career development.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• 10+ years of experience in GIS, GIS architecture, enterprise geospatial systems, or related technology environments.
• 5+ years of experience with GIS application development, ArcGIS Enterprise administration and configuration, SQL Server, database administration, Python, and Java.
• Demonstrated expertise administering and supporting Esri ArcGIS Enterprise platforms, including Portal for ArcGIS, ArcGIS Server, and enterprise geodatabases (SDE).
• Experience designing and implementing enterprise GIS architecture, integrations, data workflows, and geospatial data management solutions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Proven ability to lead complex technical projects while managing multiple priorities and maintaining high standards of quality and performance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Esri ArcGIS Enterprise Administration or Portal Administrator Certification.
• Experience supporting GIS environments within the utility, electric, gas, water, or broader infrastructure industries.
• Experience with ArcGIS Experience Builder, ArcGIS Dashboards, Field Maps, and related Esri applications and extensions.
• Experience with cloud-based GIS deployments, architecture modernization, and enterprise system integrations.
• Knowledge of GIS governance frameworks, metadata standards, data quality programs, and geospatial data lifecycle management.
• Experience leading digital transformation initiatives and evaluating emerging geospatial technologies.
• Demonstrated success mentoring technical teams and serving as a trusted enterprise GIS subject matter expert.

Why Join Us?

At ENTRUST Solutions Group, a Leidos company, we are driven by a commitment to innovation, technical excellence, and delivering the critical infrastructure that powers and connects communities. Together with Leidos, we are building a scaled, end-to‑end energy and infrastructure organization focused on modernizing the grid, improving reliability, and helping utilities and network providers meet rising demand.

As an ENR top ranked firm, our team of more than 5,000 professionals brings deep technical expertise and advanced technology across electric, gas, and telecommunications infrastructure. We solve complex challenges for clients across North America and expanding markets, helping them strengthen reliability, expand capacity, and adapt to evolving infrastructure needs.

We foster a culture where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are expected, and where people are empowered to challenge convention, think boldly, and make an impact. Whether you are looking to grow your expertise, lead transformative projects, or help shape the future of infrastructure, you will find opportunities to thrive here.

If you are ready to outthink the status quo, tackle meaningful challenges, and build what is next, we would love to hear from you.

To learn more about ENTRUST Benefits and Culture, please visit our company LinkedIn page and follow us at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/entrustsolutionsgroup

ENTRUST Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

This role is designated as remote, giving you the flexibility to primarily work from home while staying actively connected to your team and projects. We value collaboration and responsiveness, so we ask our remote team members to be available when in-office presence is needed—such as for client meetings, team events, or training sessions. Our approach blends freedom with shared accountability, making ENTRUST an exciting and supportive environment for professionals who thrive in remote work settings with clear, respectful expectations.