GIS Database Administrator - (U.S. based Remote)
About the position At geocgi we pride ourselves on not losing our focus. We started out and remain GIS experts (or geeks. . . depending on your perspective). Since 2006, we’ve evolved into a world-class and world-wide service provider of multiple disciplines. We are a talented, hardworking group that share values and characteristics that drive client, professional, and personal success. Geocgi is looking for a Geospatial Data Administrator to support our client, Bureau of Indian Affairs in Denver, Colorado. This position is fully remote and the candidate must be able to perform during Mountain Standard Time (MST) from the United States.
Responsibilities
- Provide Tier-2 and Tier-3 requirements, direction, and service desk support for GIS coordinators and specialists working within Enterprise GIS databases and web mapping services.
- Develop scripts to optimize geospatial processing, automate workflows, and meet stakeholder operational needs.
- Monitor and mitigate security vulnerabilities across Portal, AWS geospatial workloads, and related systems.
- Define and manage spatial database designs, business rules, and workflows that integrate with authoritative enterprise systems such as TAAMS land status datasets.
- Administer and maintain enterprise servers and databases, including Microsoft Server environments, SQL Server, Access, and SCOM.
- Manage geospatial data in accordance with FGDC standards, NSDI guidance, departmental directives, and BOGS data policies.
- Document user guidance, technical procedures, and service levels for server architecture, geodatabases, enterprise services, and shared repository operations.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizen and Active U.S. Passport.
- 8 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; or 5 years of experience with a Master’s degree; or 3 years of experience with a PhD.
- Document user guidance, technical procedures, and service levels for server architecture, geodatabases, enterprise services, and shared repository operations.
- Experience developing, maintaining, and optimizing enterprise geospatial data repositories for large, distributed user communities.
- Experience designing spatial data models and integrating geospatial data with business systems such as TAAMS or similar authoritative registries.
- Knowledge of geospatial standards, metadata requirements, and NSDI/FGDC publishing guidelines.
- Experience maintaining secure server environments and troubleshooting performance, access, and security anomalies.
- No DWI’s in the past 10 years and no record of crimes against children.
Nice-to-haves
- GISP, Esri Enterprise, AWS or Azure certifications.
- Demonstrated experience with federal geospatial standards, NSDI workflows, or BOGS data architecture.
Benefits
- Competitive salaries, commensurate with experience and leading Federal Contractors in the geospatial industry.
- Opportunities for upward mobility in a dynamic fast paced environment within a small company.
- Merit-based spot and end of year bonuses.
- Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with immediate vesting.
- Flexible work hours and PTO.
- Complete Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for individuals.
- Company paid training, certifications, and professional growth and development.