GIS Analyst
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 10, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 2, 2026.
Description
RMC is seeking a GIS Analyst for a full-time hybrid position in New Orleans, LA or Arlington, VA!
Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling and impactful career journey with Risk Mitigation Consulting (RMC)? We're in search of an exceptional GIS Analyst to become a part of our mission-driven team, dedicated to making a difference in the federal and commercial markets. At RMC, we're all about enhancing security for both our military and global commercial partners, offering an array of services such as Risk Management, Mission Assurance, and Cybersecurity.
Our team's well-being is paramount, and we reflect this commitment through our flexible work environment and exceptional company culture. By joining RMC, you become a key contributor to our mission - Assuring Tomorrow!
When you join RMC, you'll experience a range of benefits, including:
- Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance plans fully covered for employees
- Subsidized dependent health care coverage
- Participation in our Annual Bonus Program
- Life insurance policy equivalent to 1x your annual salary.
- Company paid short and long-term disability
- Cell phone reimbursement of $65 per month
- 401(k) Plan with contributions
- A 401(k) Safe Harbor Employer Contribution Program, which includes a 3% contribution
Position Summary:
The GIS Analyst will support organizational components of Department of War in the development, maintenance, and enhancement of the web application relating to threats and hazard related GIS projects by integrating, analyzing, and visualizing threat, hazard, infrastructure, and mission-related data. This position will develop and maintain web-based GIS applications, dashboards, maps, and analytical products that support situational awareness and decision-making. The GIS Analyst will work collaboratively with technical staff and clients to understand requirements, manage and integrate diverse geospatial datasets, perform spatial analysis, and translate complex information into clear and effective visual products that enhance the security, resilience, and mission effectiveness of client infrastructure.
Essential Functions:
GIS Platforms & Core GIS Skills
- Experience with ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Pro, ArcGIS Online, and ArcGIS Enterprise
- Knowledge of database management, design, and geospatial data organization
- Strong abilities in data manipulation, conversion, integration, and spatial analysis
- Ability to document workflows and write methodology papers
- Experience with raster and multidimensional analysis at large scales
- Provides technical guidance and expertise in GIS analysis, data management, visualization, and web application development
Programming, Automation & Data Workflows
- Strong knowledge of programming and automation using Python, SQL, and/or ModelBuilder
- Experience and ability building and maintaining automated pipelines that pull, process, and combine large multi-source geospatial datasets, raster and vector both, at a global or regional scale
- Implement testing, validation, checkpointing, and error handling for automated workflows
- Experience with uploading, documenting, and maintaining python code on Github enterprise
Threat, Hazard & Risk Analysis
- Demonstrates GIS knowledge in identifying, mapping, analyzing, and visualizing threat and hazard data to support situational awareness and decision-making
- Ability to support the development of spatial analysis methodologies and workflows used to assess threats, hazards, and risks
- Basic knowledge of the functions of infrastructure, including telecommunications (IT, telephone, satellite, radio), electricity transmission and distribution, natural gas distribution, water infrastructure (drinking water, storm water drainage, sewage collection and disposal), transportation networks, emergency response, and physical security assets
Web GIS, Mapping & Visualization
- Experience developing and maintaining GIS web applications such as Experience Builder and Dashboard applications
- Ability to develop maps, dashboards, and visual products through collaboration and communication with clients Military & Project Environment
- Experience working in or supporting military environments, with an understanding of military organizational structures, ranks, terminology, protocols, and professional etiquette
- Contributes to project planning and collaborates with other team members to ensure project goals and client requirements are met
Innovation & Professional Development
- Regularly explores advancements in GIS technology, attends training or industry events, and implements innovative tools to improve workflows and deliver effective GIS solutions
Competencies:
- Experience with ArcGIS Applications, including Experience Builder, ArcGIS Dashboards, Web Maps, Survey123, and/or ArcGIS Knowledge
- Experience working with ArcGIS Enterprise environments and web-based GIS applications
- Experience with database administration and management, including PostgreSQL and/or enterprise geodatabases.
- Experience working with REST Services, Feature Services, and Web Feature Layers
- Knowledge of programming or scripting using JavaScript, C++, C#, and/or Python
- Experience with GIS data publishing, layer configuration, and integration into web applications
- Basic understanding of Excel functions, data formatting, manipulation, and data preparation
- Ability to troubleshoot GIS applications, data, and dashboard functionality
- Understanding GEOINT, all-hazards threat assessment, risk analysis, or mission assurance concepts is a plus
Requirements
Education & Experience:
- 3-6 years of GIS work experience
Required Certificates & Licenses:
- Cartography, Computer Science, Geography, Geographic Information Systems
Desired Certificates & Licenses:
- Cartography, Computer Science, Geography, Geographic Information Systems, GEOINT Certificate plus 4 years of experience related to job duties
Other:
- Security Clearance: Obtaining a DoDSecret Clearance. Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for clearance level required for the job.
- Valid Passport: Possession of a current passport with a minimum of 8 months remaining until the expiration date.
- Hybrid Role: Includes monthly travel to a local designated government site to work on secure networks and maintain access.
- Travel Flexibility: Willingness and capability to travel, CONUS and OCONUS approximately 5% of the time.
- Work Environment Compliance: Commitment to maintaining a drug-free work environment, U.S. Citizenship, and possession of a valid state driver's license.
Want to take the next step in your career with RMC? This GIS Analyst role is where your skills and talents will thrive, and you'll be part of something truly meaningful.
Join us today!
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
RMC has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by your manager as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and RMC reserves the right to change this position description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as RMC may deem appropriate.
RMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary Description
$85,000 - $95,000