The Role
The GIS Analyst will analyze and document business requirements, develop GIS maps and data layers, conduct user acceptance testing, manage GIS data for quality control, and ensure compliance with security procedures. They will also create testing scripts and collect user feedback.
Summary Generated by Built In
GIS Analyst
Astor & Sanders Corporation (Astor) is an award-winning IT solutions provider headquartered in McLean, VA and is seeking a GIS Analyst. This is a full-time and hybrid position based in the Falls Church, VA area.
Roles and responsibilities:
- Analyze, identify, finalize and document requirements based on and analysis of newly identified business requirements.
- Develop GIS maps and data layers
- Develop Technical Specification Document(s) for the new mapping interface
- Conduct User Acceptance Testing (UAT) for the new mapping interfaces
- Create Testing Scripts
- Monitor user testing and collection of feedback
- Follow all agency guidance and procedures with respect to System Security Plans, security regulations, archiving and data management procedures.
- Manage GIS data and metadata for quality control, and develop and comply with standards
- Additional duties as assigned
- Bachelor's degree in GIS, Computer Science, Environmental Conservation, Ecology or a related field
- 5-7 years of GIS development experience using Esri’s ArcGIS (ArcGIS Desktop or ArcPro suite)
- Experience with ArcGIS Online data management and mapping
- Knowledge and experience with PostgreSQL and PostGIS
- Knowledge of R or R Shiny
- Big Data and data modeling experience
- Understanding of concise metadata writing and effective workflow reproducibility
- Experience with spatial data management and manipulation
- Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance
- Strong written and oral communication skills are required
- Good analytical skills and a creative self-starter with the ability to work effectively with multiple partners
- Must be organized and detail-oriented
- Biological training or experience preferred
Astor & Sanders Corporation () offers a unique, stimulating and challenging environment that fosters individual growth and rewards performance. Astor & Sanders Corporation (#Astor) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Some of our competitive benefits include:
- Medical and dental coverage
- 401k plan with employer contribution
- Paid holiday, vacation, and sick leave
- Metro-check program
- Tuition reimbursement
Top Skills
Arcgis
Gis
Postgres
R
The Company
What We Do
Astor & Sanders is an information technology and services company based out of 9900Belward Campus Dr, Rockville, Maryland, United States.
