GeoDecisions, a division of Gannett Fleming, is currently seeking applicants interested in joining the team as a GIS/Cloud System Administrator. Preferred location in our Camp Hill, PA; Raleigh, NC; or Richmond, VA office in a hybrid manner of minimum of 3 days in office. 

This is an excellent opportunity to join and enhance a diverse team that is currently working on a wide range of energizing IT and geospatially based data analytics, data visualization, asset management, and automated decision support-oriented projects across the country in several industries, including transportation, water, and energy.

The successful candidate will be responsible for analyzing, configuring, and implementing complex IT and GIS systems that meet the needs of our clients. The position’s focus will be to support the GIS / Cloud infrastructure, providing reliable access to GIS applications and solutions; ensuring that GIS environments are consistently administered and reliably accessible for use; utilizing best practices regarding system architecture and configuration. The successful candidate needs to have a strong technical background with extensive experience in GIS architecture, cloud environments, database servers, and system operations.

Responsibilities:

• Install, configure, maintain, and support Enterprise GIS software and hardware (e.g., ArcGIS Server, Portal).
• Architect efficient solutions and Enterprise GIS / Cloud environments to meet client requirements.
• Participate in consultation meetings with clients on their GIS and cloud system needs.
• Work with team members on projects to identify, design, develop, configure, and implement environments in support of new or existing applications in enterprise environments.
• Effectively communicate the capabilities and limitations of GIS and cloud technology.
• Create and manage Enterprise Geodatabases; troubleshoot technical issues with GIS / Cloud environments.
• Manage user accounts, access controls, and security protocols.
• Perform system backups and disaster recovery procedures.
• Monitor system performance and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Serve as a technical advisor to optimize system performance, with a focus on backend infrastructure support, security, and scalability.
• Provide technical support to internal team members and clients on GIS software and applications.
• Document procedures and maintain clear technical documentation.
• Monitor and report on the performance of the GIS, cloud, and security infrastructure, providing recommendations for improvements and upgrades.
• Incorporate security and privacy requirements into cloud hardware, software, and applications.

Minimum Qualifications

• This position requires a bachelor’s degree in GIS, Computer Science, Geography, or related field, (or equivalent professional experience).
• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in system administration.
• Minimum of 5+ years GIS experience in ESRI suite of software.
• Knowledge and administrative experience with Esri ArcGIS Enterprise (Server, Portal, Web Adaptors, Data stores, etc.).
• Experience with management and configuration of multi-environment setups (Dev, Test, Prod)
• Proven experience managing cloud infrastructure: Notably Azure and AWS.
• Familiarity with operating system administration, virtualization technologies, and network security.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and customer service skills.
• Solid understanding of cloud networking concepts, subnets, routing, load balancing, firewalls, and cloud security.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the transportation industry, water industry, energy industry, or similar industries.
• Applicable Esri or AWS or Azure certifications; willingness to obtain certifications.
• Knowledge and experience with SQL Server and Oracle administration.
• Management of SDE enterprise geodatabases
• Experience in logging, monitoring, and observability tools.
• Experience deploying geoprocessing services.
• Experience installing, configuring, and maintaining Trimble’s CityWorks product.
• Experience installing, configuring, and using Safe Software’s FME product.

GeoDecisions, a division of Gannett Fleming, is an award-winning leader in the information technology industry, specializing in geospatial solutions.

GeoDecisions’ reputation for success is founded on providing innovative solutions, utilizing the power of spatial information to government, nonprofit, and commercial organizations across North American and beyond. In today’s fast-paced world, utilizing the power of spatial information is fundamental to enhancing the decision-making process.

GeoDecisions’ experienced staff of professional consultants, analysts, and developers has a complete understanding of integrating spatial information with cutting-edge technology to solve each client’s unique business challenges.  GeoDecisions believes that people are their most valuable asset and embraces an atmosphere that fosters teamwork, creativity, opportunity, and professional satisfaction. GeoDecisions offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package.

Join a team of multi-disciplined professionals that listens and creates innovative solutions that solve business challenges with geospatial technology.   For more information, visit: www.geodecisions.com.

NO AGENCIES PLEASE: Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will not be accepted.

Location: Harrisburg, PA, Richmond, VA

Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time 

Internal Requisition ID: 2024-10915

Salary Range: $80,000 - $110,000; Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

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