GIS Analyst

apartmentJob Details placeFalls Church scheduleFull-time calendar_month 

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
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