GIS Systems Administrator

NV5 Geospatial is actively recruiting a GIS Systems Administrator who possesses sound expertise in geospatial technologies and database administration. The administrator must be self-motivated with exceptional planning, critical thinking, analytical and communication skills. The administrator must work well in team environments. The administrator will provide support for the collection, production, analysis, dissemination and maintenance of consistent and accurate installation geospatial data and products. The work will be based primarily in Oberpfalz Bavaria area. Position start is contingent upon contract award.

Work Environment:

• Location: Oberpfalz Bavaria area

• Applicants must have been living in Germany for at least 12 months, and must already have a valid work permit or be otherwise authorized to work in Germany. 

• Travel < 10% of the time

NV5 is a global technology solutions and consulting services company with a workforce of over 4,500 professionals in more than 100 offices worldwide.  NV5’s continued growth has been spurred through strategic investments in firms with unique capabilities to help current and future customers solve the world’s toughest problems.  The NV5 family brings together talent across a wide range of markets and fields, including Professional Engineers, Professional Land Surveyors, Architects, Photogrammetrists, GIS Professionals, Software Developers, IT, Project Management Professionals, and more.

At NV5 Geospatial, We are a collaboration of intelligent, innovative thinkers who care for each other, our communities, and the environment.  We value both heart and head, the diversity of our people, and their experiences because that is how we continue to grow as a leader in our industry and expand our individual and collective potential.

• Provide primary support for geospatial, IT, social media, and Web Mapping Services.
• Provide full-spectrum technical support for the sustainment, enhancement, and seamless operation of the Army Range Mapper (ARM) System and its web-based user interface, TAP-IN (Training Area Platform – Interactive Network).
• Ensure ARM and TAP-IN operate as a unified system that supports operational readiness, planning, and compliance with applicable geospatial and security standards.
• Must be familiar with the DoD Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs).
• Ensure system compliance with all relevant DoD cybersecurity policies and standards.
• Manage and deploy DoD Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) and Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) certificates.
• Performing routine system data backups and recovery operations.
• Work on web applications for GIS web viewer.
• Manage ESRI/ArcGIS products and licensing (ArcGIS Pro and License Manager).
• Work with ESRI/ArcGIS Portal application and creation of web apps in Portal.
• Will need to edit or modify GIS data in ArcGIS software and perform QA/QC check of data.
• Ability to demonstrate progress to the client and communicate issues related to unclear, missing, or incomplete information.
• Ability to engage with local client staff.
• Ability to accurately prepare deliverables for delivery to the client.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Residency Requirement: Applicants must have been living in Germany for at least 12 months prior to applying.
• Masters Degree in GIS, IT, computer science, or related field or Bachelors Degree plus five (5) years directly applicable experience, in GIS or computer science.
• Excellent communication, team-work and collaboration skills.
• Experience with one or more of the following: Python, C#, .NET, Visual Studio, HTML, and/or CSS.
• QA/QC experience.
• Experience with Esri ArcGIS Software.
• Working knowledge of design and use of GIS and/or computerized mapping system (public or military).
• Fluent English language speaking and writing skillset.

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in GIS, IT, computer science, or related fields.
• Sound technical understanding of key technologies (GIS, CADD, Database) and systems.
• Familiarity with QCP implementation and the SDSFIE family of standards.
• 5+ years or more managing systems.
• Familiarity with relational database management systems and enterprise environments.
• German language speaking and writing skillset.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

NV5 provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. NV5 complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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