Geospatial Information System and Knowledge Management Support Specialist

Prevailance•Washington, DC

2d•$80,000 - $135,000

About The Position

This position is contingent upon successful contract proposal submission and award. Prevailance is seeking an experienced and mission-focused professional to serve as a Geospatial Information System (GIS) and Knowledge Management (KM) Support Specialist for the Commander Navy Installations Command (CNIC) to provide geospatial analysis, map creation, and knowledge management support. In this role, you will play a critical role in enhancing situational awareness, supporting incident management operations, and ensuring consistent information management practices across the Ashore Anti-Terrorism (AT), Force Protection (FP), and Emergency Management (EM) domains. Travel along the east coast of the U.S. in the event of a Continuity of Operations (COOP) event may be required. The Support Specialist provides essential support to sustain twelve-hour-per-day, seven-day-per-week (12/7) watch stander operations for the Emergency Management Department during daily activities, training, and real-world response efforts. In addition to watch standing duties, the contractor will assist the Deputy Program Director and department staff by preparing briefs, executive summaries, and point papers for a variety of stakeholders, coordinating official tasking through approved IT systems, and providing general administrative support to the Emergency Management program.

Requirements

Minimum 10 years of emergency management or operations center experience
Direct knowledge of or experience with the Navy installation EM program
Advanced proficiency with Esri ArcGIS software and related GIS applications
Strong knowledge of SDSFIE and M&A environments
Experience developing and executing SQL queries, Visual Basic scripts, and Python scripts for GIS data management and analysis
Expertise in geodatabase development, spatial and 3D analysis, and metadata standardization
Experience supporting common operational picture systems such as C4I Suite’s One Clear Picture (OCP)
Strong written and verbal communication skills for training delivery, briefing preparation, and technical documentation
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced operational support environment
Possess current SECRET Security Clearance

Nice To Haves

Prior experience supporting Navy Echelon I-IV commands
Familiarity with U.S. Navy or DoD operational environments and incident management protocols
BS or MS in Emergency Management is desired; however, a degree may be substituted with adequate EM experience which is considered at least 8 years of military service with EM experience

Responsibilities

Provide subject matter expertise in Esri ArcGIS software for database administration, spatial analysis, and geodatabase management, using SQL, Visual Basic, Python, and related tools
Maintain and operate geospatial databases within the Navy Ashore Enterprise, ensuring adherence to Spatial Data Standards for Facilities, Infrastructure, and Environment (SDSFIE)
Create and maintain high-quality geospatial products, including maps, exhibits, and data analyses, supporting incident management and operational requirements
Apply spatial and 3D analysis techniques to produce accurate, actionable geospatial data
Establish, maintain, and promote strict metadata standards for data clarity, precision, and integrity
Support development and management of the Shore Enterprise Common Operational Picture (OCP) through integration with the C4I Suite's One Clear Picture geospatial information system
Update and maintain the OCP annex of the C4IS Operating Guidelines to ensure operational standardization
Coordinate with developers and system administrators to integrate GIS datasets into OCP and maintain enterprise-wide GIS data layers
Support Regional Operations Centers in acquiring and managing GIS datasets during routine operations and incident responses
Analyze Commander's Critical Information Requirements (CCIR), Priority Intelligence Requirements (PIR), and Essential Elements of Information (EEI) and develop GIS databases accordingly
Conduct process improvement initiatives for Battle Watch operations and document approved procedures and checklists
Provide knowledge management support during routine and crisis operations, including document collaboration, Request for Support (RFS) management, and reporting
Document and recommend knowledge management best practices into Concept of Operations (CONOPS) and operational guidance documents
Maintain a digital library of user documentation for supported Emergency Management applications, including manuals, guides, and training materials
Support content and operational management activities in C4IS and N37 G2 SharePoint sites, including user administration and site archiving
Deliver C4IS and OCP capability briefings and user training as needed
Participate in regular meetings with regional Emergency Management staff to discuss GIS and KM requirements and initiatives