Need submission details for Senior GIS Systems Architect , Richmond, VA, Remote

Overview

Remote
$50 - $60
Contract - W2
Contract - Independent
Contract - 12 Month(s)

Skills

GIS/GIS architecture
ArcGIS
ESRI
Geography
Microsoft/Azure
DNS
port/firewall
Python (ArcPy
Pandas)
SQL
REST/SOAP/Esri APIs

Job Details

Dear Partner,

Good Morning ,
Greetings from Nukasani group Inc !, We have below urgent long term contract project immediately available for Senior GIS Systems Architect , Richmond, VA, Remote need submissions you please review the below role, if you are available, could you please send me updated word resume, and below candidate submission format details, immediately. If you are not available, any referrals would be greatly appreciated.

Interviews are in progress, urgent response is appreciated. Looking forward for your immediate response and working with you.

Candidate Submission Format - needed from you
Full Legal Name
Personal Cell No ( Not google phone number)
Email Id
Skype Id
Interview Availability
Availability to start, if selected
Current Location
Open to Relocate
Work Authorization
Total Relevant Experience
Education./ Year of graduation
University Name, Location
Last 4 digits of SSN
Country of Birth
Contractor Type

DOB: (dd/mm) mm/dd

Home Zip Code

Assigned Job Details

Job Title : Senior GIS Systems Architect

Location:Richmond, VA, Remote
Rate : Best competitive rate

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior GIS Systems Architect to lead the design, deployment, and management of a robust ArcGIS Enterprise architecture. This critical role will focus on implementing and supporting secure, scalable, and high-availability GIS solutions aligned with organizational and statewide geospatial needs.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with ESRI s ArcGIS Enterprise platform, systems architecture, enterprise geodatabase integration, and automation tools. This is a strategic technical leadership position with hands-on responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Architecture Design & Planning
    • Design, document, and implement a multi-environment GIS architecture (Staging and Production) following best practices.
    • Define system requirements for network configuration, security, storage, and high availability.
    • Develop detailed architecture diagrams identifying servers, ports, databases, and essential services.
  • Deployment & Configuration
    • Install and configure ArcGIS Enterprise 11.3 (or later) across multiple environments, including:
      • Portal for ArcGIS
      • ArcGIS Server
      • ArcGIS Web Adaptor
      • ArcGIS Data Store / Object Store
      • SQL Server enterprise geodatabase (Staging and Production)
  • Infrastructure Integration
    • Collaborate with IT infrastructure teams to manage DNS, ports, firewall policies, and server configurations.
    • Review and recommend ESRI licensing structures to support advanced GIS workflows including branch versioning and multi-user editing via Portal.
  • Data Management & Automation
    • Develop, maintain, and optimize enterprise geospatial data and services.
    • Automate GIS system deployment, monitoring, and maintenance using scripting tools such as Python (ArcPy) and PowerShell.
  • Disaster Recovery & Monitoring
    • Define and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies.
    • Utilize tools such as ArcGIS Monitor, System Log Parser, and System Designer for performance tracking and health monitoring.
  • Technical Leadership & Support
    • Provide guidance and mentorship to GIS analysts and staff.
    • Lead knowledge transfer sessions to improve internal GIS administrative capabilities.

Required Qualifications

Skill/Experience

Required

Years of Experience

Bachelor's degree in Geography, GIS, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Experience in GIS architecture and deployment in Microsoft/Azure environments

8+

Hands-on experience deploying ArcGIS Enterprise in multi-environment configurations

8+

Proficiency with DNS, port/firewall configuration for ArcGIS

8+

Strong Python (ArcPy, Pandas) and SQL skills for automation and data management

8+

Experience in geodatabase design, spatial analysis, and GIS data modeling

8+

Familiarity with GIS web services (REST, SOAP) and Esri APIs

8+

Knowledge of Esri's licensing models and user types for ArcGIS Enterprise

8+

Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills

8+

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment

8+

Preferred Qualifications

  • Esri Certified Enterprise System Design Professional (ESDP2201)
  • Experience with:
    • ArcGIS Monitor, System Designer, System Log Parser, and eGDB Health
    • DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for GIS deployments
    • Automating GIS workflows and environment provisioning

Thanks and Regards

Nancy
Talent Acquisition | Nukasani Group Inc
Tel:
Email:
;br />540 W Galena Blvd, Suite 200, Aurora IL 60506.

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