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GIS Analyst
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Falls Church, virginia
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Full-time
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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
Requirements
- 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
Benefits
Astor & Sanders Corporation (www.astor-sanders.com) 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