Senior GIS Systems Architect

One of our clients is seeking a Senior GIS Systems Architect to lead the design deployment and implementation of ArcGIS Enterprise in a multienvironment configuration. This role requires extensive experience with ESRI s ArcGIS Enterprise platform including integration with enterprise infrastructure networks and databases.

The architect will be responsible for designing and documenting a highly available GIS architecture configuring ArcGIS components and automating GIS environment deployment and management.

This position is fully remote but candidates must be located within an Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) zone to ensure alignment with project schedules.

Key Responsibilities

• Design configure and implement two ArcGIS Enterprise instances (Staging & Production) including:
  • Portal for ArcGIS
    
  • ArcGIS Server
    
  • ArcGIS Web Adapter
    
  • ArcGIS Object Store
    
  • SQL Server enterprise geodatabase (Staging & Production)
    
• Define system architecture networking and storage configurations for ArcGIS Enterprise environments.
  
• Evaluate server sizing highavailability configurations firewall policies and port requirements.
  
• Develop and document a disaster recovery strategy for ArcGIS Enterprise.
  
• Automate deployment and maintenance of GIS environments using Python (ArcPy) Pandas PowerShell and SQL.
  
• Ensure geospatial data integrity and interoperability designing and managing enterprise geodatabases.
  
• Create and maintain logical ArcGIS Enterprise design diagrams detailing server configurations ports and security settings.
  
• Provide technical leadership mentoring and training to GIS analysts on ArcGIS Enterprise administration and monitoring.
  
• Optimize geospatial data storage GIS web services (REST SOAP) and performance tuning.
  
• Leverage System Designer ArcGIS Monitor System Log Parser and eGDB Health to track system health and optimize performance.
  
• Implement DevOps practices for GIS application deployment ensuring streamlined updates and automation.
  

Requirements

Required Skills & Experience

• Bachelor s degree in Geography GIS Computer Science Engineering or a related field 4 years
  
• 8 years of experience in GIS architecture and deployment preferably in Microsoft / Azure environments
  
• 5 years of experience designing and deploying ArcGIS Enterprise in multienvironment configurations
  
• 5 years of experience with DNS port assignment and firewall policy management related to ArcGIS Server & ArcGIS Enterprise
  
• 5 years of experience using Python (ArcPy Pandas) and SQL for ArcGIS management and automation
  
• 5 years of experience with geodatabase design and spatial analysis
  
• 5 years of experience with GIS web services (REST SOAP) and APIs
  
• 5 years of strong problemsolving communication and collaboration skills
  
• 5 years of experience working independently and within crossfunctional teams in a fastpaced environment
  

Highly Desired Skills & Experience

• ESRIcertified Enterprise System Design Professional (ESDP2201 1 year
  
• Experience using System Designer ArcGIS Monitor System Log Parser and eGDB Health to monitor ArcGIS Enterprise deployments 5 years
  
• Experience with DevOps practices for GIS application deployment 5 years
  

Benefits

Why Work With Us

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Join a thriving professional network and take the next step in your career! Experience gathering business requirements from internal and external stakeholders 5+ years Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Visio, Project, and PowerPoint 5+ years Experience creating, managing, and tracing business and IT requirements 5+ years Ability to facilitate brainstorming sessions, lead discussions, and drive teams toward defined goals 5+ years Experience working in a PMO or managing multiple simultaneous projects 5+ years Proven ability to analyze and interpret complex data and information and present findings clearly 5+ years Ability to work independently, manage shifting priorities, and effectively multi-task 5+ years Experience generating project reports (status updates, dashboards, budgets, etc. 3+ years Experience working on Agile project teams 3+ years Self-starter with an inquisitive nature and a problem-solving mindset 5+ years Experience working with Medicaid IT and/or Healthcare systems 3+ years PMP or other project management certification Additional Information Work Location: Hybrid 3 days on-site, 2 days remote) parking NOT provided. Interview Process: Candidates must complete a USE CASE business requirements work product as part of the interview process. Local candidates strongly preferred. Final hiring decisions will be made after all interviews and work products are reviewed.