GIS Analyst/Production Specialist Remote/on site with Security Clearance

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Job description

CLEARANCE REQUIRED : Secret/Public trust This job is located at: Washington D.C. Position starts early January Job description: Analyze and provide conflated information associated with Foundation feature data listed within the Geographic Names Database (GNDB) and other data repositories, while working closely with geographic names experts. These services will use the FG Modernization Geographic Names Processing System (GNPS), charts, imagery, and geospatial tools to refine geospatial information for use in all types of geospatial products and to respond to user questions. Accurately enter and maintain data to update the GNDB. Geographic names are provided by Toponymist for use by the federal government and other U.S. and foreign users. Their accuracy and reliability are essential to the missions of these users. Research, order, scan, and geo-reference hydrographic and topographic sources, supporting textual sources, and commercial imagery to enhance toponymic and geographic accuracy. Georeferenced maps and imagery must be conflated with the GNDB. Spelling and other metadata shall be verified. Interpret and apply policies governing the treatment of names as well as general guidelines emanating from the BGN, the Department of State (DoS), North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and other related organizations. Research using ArcGIS Pro and QGIS software as well as common office business software (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail, and internet browsers) and utilize internet and other general research tools. Sources regularly used include: native maps, secondary source maps, historic maps used for extraction and comparison, textual documents, Internet sources and imagery at various resolutions. Services will result in the creation of shapefiles, geo-databases, and data retrieval/storage. Required Qualifications: Demonstrated experience with GIS software to include ArcGIS Pro and QGIS. US Citizenship required and must be able to obtain and maintain Public Trust clearance Demonstrated experience to produce GEOINT products. Ability to operate successfully in a fast-paced and dynamic environment as a team-member and as an independent analyst. Experience in research and information gathering. Knowledge of GEOINT Sources. Experience with native maps, secondary source maps, historic maps used for extraction and comparison, mapping imagery for stereo and mono extraction at various resolutions. Experience creating shapefiles, geo-databases, and features including data retrieval/storage. Demonstrated experience at communicating with clarity and accuracy both verbally and written in English. Although the position does allow for telecommuting, the candidate will be required to attend occasional meetings locally in the DMV area. Candidate must be local to the Washington, DC metro area. Preferred Qualifications. Proficiency in Python Scripting. Basic understanding of and application of Geographic Names collection methodologies. Regional Geographic proficiency in the geographies of the analyst's area of responsibility Why work for QSL? Our founders, Mel Wick and Bill Cronin, retired from storied careers in the Special Operations Forces (SOF) Community. Like many Americans and military veterans, they felt a strong desire to support the nation's response to the 9/11/2001 terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center and the Pentagon in any way they could. They established QSL to do just that, Stay in the Fight! QSL is built on a SOF culture, emphasizing selfless-service and teamwork. Our employees work to ensure that warfighters have every possible resource and all necessary support to safely accomplish their missions in defense of our nation. QSL's Benefit Package Because we believe our employees are our most valuable asset, offering a competitive comprehensive compensation package is very important to us. It is the goal of QSL to attract and retain the highest level of experience and technical talent necessary for successful performance. In order to accomplish this, we feel that it is necessary to provide satisfying work, an excellent work environment, and we continually monitor the marketplace to ensure that our total compensation/benefit package remains competitive. Listed below are some of our standard benefits. We combine all traditional paid time off (Federal holidays, sick time, leave time personal days, jury duty, bereavement, etc.) into one category which allows employees flexibility in how they use their leave time and enables them to better balance their career with their personal needs. Combined Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical, Dental, Life Insurance Disability (Short-Term and Long-Term) Vision Insurance (CONUS-based employees) Flexible Spending Account (FSA) 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Referral Bonus Program Employee Discount Programs Critical Illness and Accident Insurance Employee Assistance Program We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not and will not discriminate in employment and personnel practices based on race, sex, age, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law. Hiring, transferring, and promotion practices are performed without regard to the above listed items. EEO/AAP, M, F, V, D.

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