Ardent · 5 months ago
GIS Systems Architect
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior LevelArdent is a company committed to solving challenging problems while supporting the well-being and development of its employees. They are seeking a GIS Systems Architect to design, develop, and maintain advanced geospatial system architectures for federal government programs, ensuring compliance with federal standards and collaboration with stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain scalable, resilient, and interoperable geospatial system architectures aligned with DHS standards
Conduct gap analysis and identify technical and functional requirements to meet geospatial business objectives
Research, evaluate, and recommend emerging geospatial technologies and enterprise solutions
Lead systems integration and architecture design across cloud (including hybrid) and on-premises environments
Manage geospatial data infrastructure including geodatabases, metadata, data warehouses, and cloud-based repositories
Support operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and performance optimization of GIS applications and databases
Develop, maintain, and execute testing plans to validate system performance and operational effectiveness
Create and update architectural documentation, SOPs, technical guides, and other related artifacts
Ensure compliance with federal IT policies, DHS directives, security standards, and accessibility requirements
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to align technical architecture with organizational goals
Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and staff
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Geospatial Science, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Proven experience as a Systems Architect or similar role supporting geospatial systems in government or large enterprise environments
Strong expertise in systems engineering, architecture design, and GIS technologies, particularly Esri products
Experience with cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GovCloud), hybrid cloud architectures, and data storage solutions
Proficient in database design, management, and configuration, including geodatabases and spatial data repositories
Knowledge of federal IT security frameworks and compliance standards (e.g., FISMA, Section 508, DHS management directives)
Familiarity with software development lifecycle (SDLC), DevSecOps, and CI/CD practices for GIS applications
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to work effectively with diverse teams and manage multiple priorities
Preferred
Experience supporting DHS geospatial programs or similar federal initiatives
Familiarity with DHS Geospatial Information Infrastructure (GII), GeoPlatform, and HIFLD standards
Hands-on experience with AWS GovCloud or hybrid cloud GIS migrations
Knowledge of automation tools and scripting for system management and deployment
Prior experience mentoring or leading technical teams in a government contracting environment
Security clearance or eligibility for federal clearance
Benefits
Highly competitive benefits
Professional development opportunities
Exceptional culture that embraces flexibility, innovation, collaboration, and career growth
Company
Ardent
For nearly 20 years, Ardent has served this country by delivering award-winning security and defense technology solutions.
Founded in 2006
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jesus Jackson
Chief Technology Officer
Mireille Estephan, MBA
Chief Technology Officer
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