Mid Level Spatial Analyst

Overview

Ignite is an ISO 9001:2015 and CMMI Services Level 3 and Development Level 2 certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Ignite is a provider of professional services to customers in educational, federal, and commercial industries and in every action seeks to be the preeminent provider within this business space.

The Mid-Level Spatial Analyst provides advanced geospatial analysis and mission-focused spatial intelligence in support of national defense and strategic operations. This role supports complex geospatial workflows involving mobility modeling, adversary weapons system movement analysis, and real-time geospatial data integration using ArcGIS Enterprise and related technologies. The analyst will work in a collaborative, classified environment supporting USSTRATCOM-aligned missions and DoD stakeholders.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

• Geospatial Analysis & Mission Support
• Perform advanced spatial and temporal analysis to support operational planning, threat assessments, and decision-making.
• Conduct mobility modeling analyses (time, distance, likelihood, and accessibility) related to adversary military weapon systems and force movement.
• Analyze influential environmental, terrain, infrastructure, and operational factors impacting adversary mobility and weapons employment.
• Apply machine learning and automation concepts to improve geospatial analytic workflows and enhance analytic efficiency.

• ArcGIS Enterprise & Web GIS Development
• Install, configure, operate, and maintain ArcGIS Enterprise components, including Portal for ArcGIS, ArcGIS Operations Dashboard and ArcGIS Geo Event Server
• Develop and publish web maps, web mapping applications, and spatial analytic dashboards using ArcGIS Enterprise.
• Configure and deploy Geo Event Processor adapters to ingest, process, and visualize real-time geospatial data feeds.
• Support integration of streaming and near-real-time data into operational dashboards.

• Data Integration & Automation
• Develop and maintain Python scripts to automate geospatial data ingestion, processing, and analysis.
• Connect to and process dynamic streaming data sources using JSON / GeoJSON, XML, CSV, and REST endpoints
• Apply Arc Py scripting for geoprocessing automation, data management, and quality control.
• Ensure adherence to GIS data management best practices, including versioning, metadata, and data lifecycle management.

• Database & Systems Support
• Design, query, and maintain relational databases supporting geospatial applications.
• Integrate GIS systems with enterprise databases and external data sources.
• Support system performance optimization and troubleshooting for geospatial services.

• Standards, Security & Compliance
• Apply Open Geospatial Consortium (OGC) standards to ensure interoperability across systems.
• Operate within DoD IT security frameworks, including DISA STIG compliance, FedRAMP requirements, and Authority to Operate (ATO) processes
• Ensure secure handling of classified and sensitive geospatial data in accordance with DoD and organizational policies.

• Minimum 8 years of military experience performing GIS analysis OR Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geospatial Science, Geography, or a related field with equivalent experience
• GIS
  
  Experience:
  
  At least 3 years of direct GIS experience
• Minimum 3 years of experience with Esri ArcGIS Enterprise
• Programming & Data: 3 years of Python scripting experience, including geospatial automation
• 3 years of experience with relational database management
• Experience working with streaming and dynamic data formats (JSON, GeoJSON, XML, CSV, REST)
• Advanced Analysis: 8 years of experience performing mobility modeling related to adversary military weapon systems
• Demonstrated understanding of factors influencing weapons movement and operational mobility
• ArcGIS Enterprise Expertise:
  Proficient with Portal, Operations Dashboard, and Geo Event Server
• Experience producing web maps, web applications, and analytic dashboards
• Standards & Compliance:
  Working knowledge of OGC standards
• Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity and compliance requirements
• Automation & Scripting:
  Minimum 3 years of experience using Arc Py and GIS data management best practices

• Experience supporting USSTRATCOM or other Combatant Command missions
• Familiarity with intelligence community (IC) data sources and workflows
• Experience integrating machine learning techniques into geospatial analysis
• Prior experience in a classified or operational DoD environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for briefing technical findings

Clearance Requirement:
Active Top Secret Clearance with eligibility for SCI access