Technical Analyst-Garrison

Cherokee Federal; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Cherokee Nation Defense Solutions (CNDS) is seeking a Technical Analyst (Garrison) to provide technical and geospatial systems support for the PACAF GeoBase program at HQ PACAF, JBPHH, Hawaii. This Mission Essential position requires an active Secret clearance and citizens or permanent residents for qualification.

Responsibilities include maintaining ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Pro, managing geospatial data, troubleshooting issues, and supporting mission readiness across Indo-Pacific

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Geography, or related field. Equivalent experience may be substituted.
• 5+ years of experience supporting DoD GIS, GeoBase, or enterprise IT systems.
• Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Pro.
• Experience managing geospatial databases and enterprise GIS data.
• Knowledge of SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or Oracle databases.
• Experience supporting Air Force or DoD geospatial programs preferred.
• Familiarity with RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Experience developing technical documentation and SOPs.
• Ability to support multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Active Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Support PACAF GeoBase enterprise GIS operations.
• Maintain and administer ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, and related GeoBase applications.
• Analyze technical requirements and recommend solutions.
• Manage and validate enterprise geospatial data.
• Perform data quality assurance (QA/QC) and metadata management.
• Support software installations, upgrades, testing, and configuration management.
• Troubleshoot applications, databases, and system issues.
• Coordinate with system administrators, database administrators, and cybersecurity teams.
• Develop technical documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Provide technical support and user training.
• Support contingency, disaster recovery, and continuity of operations activities.
• Prepare technical reports and briefings for leadership.
• Support Mission Essential operations as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Pro

Geospatial data management

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Oracle databases

RMF/STIGs

DoD GIS

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Documentation & SOPs

Education

Bachelor's degree in GIS/CS/IT/Engineering/Geography

Tools

ArcGIS Enterprise

ArcGIS Pro

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Oracle

Job description

Technical Analyst (Garrison)

This position requires an active Secret clearance to start

A government contract requires that this position be restricted to U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. You must provide documentation that you are a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident to qualify

The Technical Analyst (Garrison) provides technical and geospatial systems support for the PACAF GeoBase program at Headquarters Pacific Air Forces (HQ PACAF), Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (JBPHH), Hawaii. This Mission Essential position supports enterprise GIS capabilities, installation management, and expeditionary operations across the Indo-Pacific. The analyst works with government personnel to maintain GeoBase systems, manage geospatial data, troubleshoot technical issues, and support mission readiness.

Compensation & Benefits: Estimated Starting Salary Range: $90,000-$100,000 Pay commensurate with experience. Full-time benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and other company benefits.

Technical Analyst (Expeditionary) Responsibilities Include:

• Support PACAF GeoBase enterprise GIS operations.
• Maintain and administer ArcGIS Enterprise, ArcGIS Pro, and related GeoBase applications.
• Analyze technical requirements and recommend solutions.
• Manage and validate enterprise geospatial data.
• Perform data quality assurance (QA/QC) and metadata management.
• Support software installations, upgrades, testing, and configuration management.
• Troubleshoot applications, databases, and system issues.
• Coordinate with system administrators, database administrators, and cybersecurity teams.
• Develop technical documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Provide technical support and user training.
• Support contingency, disaster recovery, and continuity of operations activities.
• Prepare technical reports and briefings for leadership.
• Support Mission Essential operations as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience, Education, Skills, & Abilities Requested:

• Bachelor's degree in GIS, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Geography, or related field. Equivalent experience may be substituted.
• 5+ years of experience supporting DoD GIS, GeoBase, or enterprise IT systems.
• Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise and ArcGIS Pro.
• Experience managing geospatial databases and enterprise GIS data.
• Knowledge of SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or Oracle databases.
• Experience supporting Air Force or DoD geospatial programs preferred.
• Familiarity with RMF, STIGs, and DoD cybersecurity requirements.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Experience developing technical documentation and SOPs.
• Ability to support multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Active Secret clearance required.

Company Information:

Cherokee Nation Defense Solutions (CNDS) is a part of Cherokee Federal - the division of tribally owned federal contracting companies owned by Cherokee Nation Businesses. As a trusted partner for more than 60 federal clients, Cherokee Federal LLCs are focused on building a brighter future, solving complex challenges, and serving the government’s mission with compassion and heart. To learn more about CNDS, visit cherokee-federal.com.

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Cherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.

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