GIS Azure Storage Implementation Specialist (Part Time)

(Remote, Part-Time)
NexGen is currently seeking a GIS Azure Storage Implementation Specialist who
will work closely with clients in implementing and maintaining proven IT/GIS
strategies for their Azure Blob use with ESRI and other GIS-related
products, help to promote the utilization of GIS based on customer needs and
business value, and support the clients strategic vision. This position
will consult with customers to understand business needs and guide them on how
to best apply Azure products/technology.As a GIS Azure Storage
Implementation Specialist, the candidate should demonstrate a deep
understanding of cloud-based architecture and hosting infrastructure. This
individual will be required to work closely with members of NexGen and
clients teams, including but not limited to domain experts, and
technical lead
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:
Define best practices for deploying ArcGIS platform and design systems,
including integration to non-ESRI platforms, to meet business needs.
Supportdefining a customers geospatial strategy to achieve business
objectives.
Support ArcGIS Enterprise deployment and/or administration solutions in
cloud environments, such asAzure.
Use of ALL ESRI Products with Azure Storage (Pro, Server, Portal).
Use of non-ESRI GIS software with Azure Storage such as ENVI, ERDAS,
Global Mapper, and related.
Other duties may be assigned.
Technical Skills:
5 years of experience architecting, implementing, and administrating
enterprise IT-GIS solutions/systems that leverage the ArcGIS enterprise
platform (desktop, server, and online).
5 years of hands-on experience with ESRI software including ArcGIS
Enterprise, ArcGIS Desktop, ArcGIS Online, Portal for ArcGIS, ArcGIS
Runtime, and their associated APIs or interfaces.
Experience in platform architecture, solution design, project
envisioning, planning, developing, deployment, security, identity
management frameworks, cloud, and scalability.
Experience with Azure Storage and Windows Server environments.
Experience in a wide variety of remote sensing workflows including Landsat,
aerial photography, UAV acquisition workflows, LiDaR, etc.
Experience with configuring Azure Storage accounts in Azure including
configuring Blob Storage with ENTRA, security configuration, etc.
Programming and scripting experience with Python, JavaScript, and PowerShell.
Experience with ArcGIS, location-based services, geo-enabled apps,
spatial analytics, or similar geospatial technology.
Experience with current technology implementation patterns including
service-oriented architectures and cloud hybrid configurations.
Experience designing, administering, and/or maintaining Azure cloud
environments, supporting 24O7 high-availability GIS production environments.
Knowledge of and experience with software engineering and/or robust
application development principles and practices.
Ability to assist the client in not only identifying technical barriers to
use of Blob Storage, but also articulating user needs.
Ability to communicate complex details to users using IT-compatible
requirements.
Desired Skills:
Microsoft Azure (AZ-104 and/or 900) Certification.
Familiarity with Azure services, storage, networking, and virtual
machine concepts.
Experience with Federal IT-Azure environments is strongly preferred.
Additional Requirements:
Professional excellence in technical consulting, solution design, project
envisioning, planning, developing, and deployment.
Strong, persuasive communication and presentation skills.
Ability to clearly communicate technical ideas-both verbally and in written
form–whether to customers, executives, or other technical or
non-technical peers.
Must be able to obtain a government clearance.
The successful candidate will be able to pass background screening prior to
employment.
US Citizenship, or legal permanent residence, or US work authorization
with minimum 3 years of c ntinuous US presence is required due to federal
contract requirements.
Education:
Bachelors Degree or Masters Degree in Computer Science,
Engineering, Mathematics, GIS, or a related field.
NexGen Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate
diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all
employees.
Compensation:$55-$85 per hour (Dependent on Experience)
(Latest revision: 2024-10-03)

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