Geospatial IT Systems Administrator
Innovate! Inc. is seeking a highly motivated individual to join its geospatial solutions team as a Geospatial IT Systems Administrator in support of expanding Innovate’s business footprint in Salt Lake City, Utah.
*Contingent upon contract being awarded*
LOCATION
Can work remotely but needs to be located in Salt Lake City, UT.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide expert-level support and oversight for IT systems, including desktop, NAS device, and network administration.
- Offer expert-level consultation on IT systems architecture, with a specific emphasis on geospatial technology function and performance.
- Act as a point of contact with IT systems managers in the FS CIO and USDA OCIO to coordinate the implementation and management of enterprise systems and infrastructure, including cloud processing and storage.
- Provide expert-level support and management of on-site information security technology and protocols.
- Serve as a lead consultant on IT systems for federal program management staff in GTAC and the GMO.
- Coordinate with FS and USDA CIO organizations and agency technology users to evaluate and implement enterprise remote sensing technology, including remote sensing software acquisition and distribution (both standard and customized), hardware acquisition and evaluation, and general IT system administration.
- Possess expert knowledge in system support/administration for Windows NAS devices, Windows servers (Windows Server 2016 and beyond), Linux servers (e.g., CentOS, Redhat, Debian), system support/administration for numerous desktop/laptop PCs and workstations (Windows 10, etc.), and support of IT infrastructure operations.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Minimum of two (2) years of relevant work experience in project management, client maintenance, and IT system development.
- Demonstrated experience in managing specialized geospatial data acquisition, management, and distribution systems (e.g., maintaining nationwide high-resolution digital photography archives, serving lidar data products, etc.) and geospatial web applications.
- Demonstrated expertise in managing IT systems that facilitate operational geospatial data processing and dissemination.
- Proficiency in preparing performance testing results, technical reports, and other publications.
- Experience in managing enterprise geospatial software (e.g., ERDAS, eCognition, Esri software, etc.).
- Experience in implementing and managing data provisioning applications (e.g., ArcGIS Server, etc.).
- Ability to achieve computer system objectives by gathering pertinent data, identifying and evaluating options, and recommending a course of action.
- Preference given to candidates with experience in managing IT systems that support enterprise-scale geospatial operations.
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree related to computer science or related discipline and ten (10) years of relevant professional work experience managing high-capacity computing and storage environments (e.g. Linux and Windows).
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Graduate degree related to computer science or related discipline and seven (7) years of relevant professional work experience managing high-capacity computing and storage environments (e.g. Linux and Windows).
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PhD degree related to computer science or related discipline and five (5) years of relevant professional work experience managing high-capacity computing and storage environments (e.g. Linux and Windows).
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LEARN MORE ABOUT US
Innovate! Inc. is a certified woman- and minority-owned consulting firm founded in 2002 by Lily Thomas. We provide innovative solutions to management, technology, and program challenges, with a focus on performance, integrity, and building lasting partnerships with our clients. Our team of over 100 experts includes IT and geospatial specialists, program and project management consultants, environmental scientists, and communications and outreach strategists. Our clients include federal, state, tribal, and local governments, private industry, non-profit organizations, higher education institutions, and utilities. Recent awards we received for excellent service include the 2022 SAG Team Award and 2022 Esri Partner Conference High Potential Award.
Innovate is a fast-paced, rapidly growing group of entrepreneurs creating a culture of excellence. Rapid advancement within our organization is not only possible but also encouraged. To view our website, visit innovateteam.com.
Innovate is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, status as a Disabled Veteran, Recently Separated Veteran, Active Duty Wartime or Campaign Badge Veteran, Armed Forces Services Medal, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or cannot access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please contact us at careers@innovateteam.com.
