Geospatial Scientist, Data Publishing and Cataloging

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Ardentmc Geospatial Scientist, Data Publishing and Cataloging at Ardent leads data management and modernization initiatives under a DHS program. Responsible for geospatial data cataloging, metadata governance, and publication practices to support DHS geospatial infrastructure.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for geospatial data acquisition and quality management.
Lead efforts for acquiring, validating, and integrating new geospatial datasets.
Develop and enforce QA/QC protocols for data accuracy, metadata, and compliance.
Manage delivery of geospatial data per Government schedules and specifications.
Coordinate high availability and disaster recovery strategies for data systems.
Monitor geospatial systems and implement automated backup and recovery tools.
Oversee access control and Data Use Agreement (DUA) automation and compliance.
Provide 24/7 on-call technical support for incidents and system issues.
Maintain and publish the HIFLD Data Catalog with accurate and updated metadata.
Develop and update SOPs and documentation on data management processes.
Research and apply federal standards and best practices in data governance.
Lead creation of proof-of-concept geospatial products using DHS or GMO platforms.

Qualification

Cartography and spatial visualizationGIS systems and geospatial platformsData symbology and standardizationMetadata development and governanceGraduate degree in GISArdent is an equal opportunity employer

Required

7+ years of demonstrated experience supporting geospatial data management and publishing for federal government programs.
Deep understanding of geospatial sciences, including:
Cartography and spatial visualization
GIS systems and geospatial platforms
Data symbology and standardization
Metadata development and governance
Proven ability to support or lead efforts of similar size and scope in a government setting.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with experience interfacing with executive and technical stakeholders.

Preferred

Experience supporting DHS or similar federal geospatial initiatives.
Proficiency with platforms such as ArcGIS Enterprise, GeoPlatform.gov, Esri Geoportal Server, or similar.
Familiarity with metadata standards such as FGDC and ISO 19115.
Experience with geospatial interoperability frameworks and data-sharing initiatives.
Graduate degree in GIS, Geospatial Science, Geography, Data Management, or a related field.
Due to the nature of the work we support, all candidates in consideration for this role must be willing to undergo the government issued background investigation process. We highly encourage all Veterans and those with disabilities to apply.
Ardent is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis protected by state, local, or federal law.

Benefits

Highly competitive benefits
Professional development opportunities
Flexible work environment

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