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GIS Systems Architect

Careers Integrated Resources Inc Virginia, US (Onsite) Contractor
Job Title: - Senior GIS Architect
Location: - Richmond, VA (Remote)
Duration: - 9+ months

Responsibilities:

Core Responsibilities:
  • Defines system architecture, networking, and storage configurations for two ArcGIS Enterprise instances (Staging and Production) consistent with best practices for environment isolation and high availability.
  • Reviews recommended and necessary hardware requirements for the proposed Staging and Production ArcGIS Enterprise instances, including but not limited to:
  • Server sizing and configuration options for high availability
  • Ports and firewalls requirements
  • Discuss required and recommended user accounts (administration, service, users, etc.)
  • Defines a disaster recovery strategy for both ArcGIS Enterprise instances.
  • Performs an installation and initial configuration of two instances of ArcGIS Enterprise 11.3 or higher on Commonwealth servers consistent with the defined architecture.
  • Creates and maintains detailed logical ArcGIS Enterprise design diagrams listing servers, ports, databases, and other necessary architectural elements to support the new ArcGIS implementations.
  • Designs and manages geospatial data infrastructure to ensure data integrity and interoperability.
  • Automates deployment and maintenance of GIS environments using scripting tools such as Python (ArcPy) and Powershell
  • Provides technical leadership, mentoring, and technical guidance to GIS analysts interested in learning more about ArcGIS Enterprise administration and monitoring.
  • Develop and optimize geospatial databases, services, and applications.

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor s degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • 8+ years of experience in GIS architecture and deployment, preferably in Microsoft / Azure environments.
  • Proven experience designing and deploying ArcGIS Enterprise in multi-environment configurations.
  • Proficiency in DNS, port assignment, and firewall policy management related to ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Enterprise.
  • Proficiency using Python (ArcPy, Pandas) and SQL for ArcGIS management and automation.
  • Demonstrated experience with geodatabase design and spatial analysis.
  • Familiarity with GIS web services (REST, SOAP) and APIs.
  • Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Preferred Qualifications:
  • ESRI-certified Enterprise System Design Professional (ESDP2201).
  • Familiarity using System Designer, ArcGIS Monitor, System Log Parser, and eGDB Health to monitor ArcGIS Enterprise deployments.
  • Experience with DevOps practices for GIS application deployment.
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Job Snapshot

Employee Type

Contractor

Location

Virginia, US (Onsite)

Job Type

Information Technology

Experience

Not Specified

Date Posted

03/11/2025

Job ID

25-40620

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