GIS Specialist
Information Technology | Richmond, VA | Contract
About Us
At Radiant Digital, we empower organizations to thrive in the digital age with innovative IT solutions and consulting services. From government agencies to global enterprises, we deliver technology that drives efficiency, agility, and measurable impact across the USA, Canada, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
On the federal side, we are a trusted partner to agencies like NASA, the Department of State, the IRS, ACL, ACF, USDA, and many others, as well as state and local governments—helping them modernize systems, harness data, and achieve mission success.
In the private sector, we collaborate with leaders in telecom, healthcare, entertainment, and oil & gas, providing tailored strategies and cutting-edge solutions that unlock growth, optimize operations, and keep businesses ahead in dynamic markets.
At Radiant Digital, our mission is simple: to transform challenges into opportunities through technology.
Job Description:
Location: Richmond, VA USA - Locals only
Duration: 8 Months Contract
Short Description:
Local Richmond, VA candidates required
ALL interviews conducted ONSITE, NO exceptions
must be able to work ONSITE 3 days/week, NO exceptions
Candidate must participate in on-call rotation 1 wk every 2 months
Complete Description:
Information Technology Division (ITD) is seeking a Sr. Systems Engineer with GIS experience.
The selected candidate will have:
Expertise working on Windows Server 2008/2012/2016/2019 - Active Directory - Group Policies, Firewall Configuration, SSL Cert Renewal and Installation.
Proper understanding of networking, firewall, NAT rules, Load Balancing and ip configuration concepts.
Considerable experience in systems administration functions with a focus on Server Administration
Expertise with ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Workflow Manager Server v10.5.1, v10.8.1, 10.9.1 and greater
Expertise with “Portal for ArcGIS” Server v10.5.1, v10.8.1, 10.9.1 and greater and Installing ArcGIS Web Adaptor and multiple Web Adaptors
Expertise with Load Balanced ArcGIS Server products and “Shared Config-Stores”
Expertise with ArcGIS License Manager, ArcGIS Desktop (ArcCatalog, ArcMap, etc…)
Expertise in Publishing ArcGIS Map Documents (not composing them), Deploying MXD files, SD files, SDE files, AGS files and JTC files
Some knowledge of Python, JSON, Browser “Dev Tools” is very helpful and Understand the relationship between IIS and Tomcat for ArcGIS Server
Extensive systems administration experience on the Windows Server platform, with web/app server deployments and operations including IP, HTTP, HTTPS, STP, load balancing, clustering, firewall rules, failover, monitoring, diagnostics, and performance tuning, etc.
Support in the areas of server and applications architecture, systems integration, and Internet/Intranet deployment for various .NET applications, as well as work in other aspects to support many other VDOT applications.
Experience optimizing systems performance, troubleshooting systems problems, and analyzing usage and systems load issues of a highly technical nature.
Experience in the administration/configuration of monitoring tools(SCCM/SCOM/NAGIOS/ETC)
Strong troubleshooting abilities to get to the source of problems and think critically regarding possible solutions.
Perform installations of software (including server upgrades and patching), Monitor servers to maintain/ensure system uptime and availability.
Ability to take the lead on the most complex projects. Must display initiative, ability to work independently and be able to use extensive independent judgment.
Professional Experience:
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
Logical, clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work seamlessly within a team as well as manage individual tasks.
Ability to react quickly to a fast paced, rapidly changing environment
Rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Independently perform a variety of complicated tasks.
Work with a team of System Engineers.
Communicate clearly and effectively, both speaking and in writing.
Review & refine existing processes to better align with agency/group priorities.
Review the existing procedures and propose, execute, and/or direct necessary changes.
Participate in on-call duties as necessary.
Be able to work–from-home and still provide expected level of support.
Be available to support after hours work as needed.
Must Have:
5 years of Expertise with ArcGIS Server and ArcGIS Workflow Manager Server v10.5.1, v10.8.1, 10.9.1 and greater
5 years of Expertise with “Portal for ArcGIS” Server v10.5.1, v10.8.1, 10.9.1 and greater and Installing ArcGIS Web Adaptor and multiple Web Adaptors
5 years of Expertise working on Window Server 2008/2012/2016/2019
5 years of Expertise in the administration/configuration of monitoring tools (SCCM/SCOM)
5 years of Expertise in different IIS manager and tomcat and Apache server