GIS Engineer
*This is an onsite position in Raleigh, NC
Description:
- This position supports the GIS Unit with a focus on GISU architecture of cloud-based systems working under the guidance of the GISU Architect.
- The role assists in the design deployment and maintenance of the Enterprise GIS EGIS system to support major initiatives such as Project ATLAS NCCRIS and the clients LRS Editing System.
- The candidate will contribute to Azure-based GIS development efforts and support system reliability scalability and performance in a hybrid cloud environment.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with deploying and managing GIS solutions in Microsoft Azure including provisioning and configuring Virtual Machines storage and networking components.
- Support the integration of Azure cloud services with on-premises systems in a hybrid environment.
- Provide oversight direction and contribution to the use of Infrastructure as Code IaC for consistent and repeatable deployments using ARM templates and Bicep.
- Help monitor and maintain Azure-hosted GIS systems using Azure Monitor resource health tools and diagnostics.
- Perform updates troubleshoot issues and participate in routine maintenance of cloud-based and on-premises GIS components.
- Collaborate with other IT teams to implement basic security configurations and identity management using NCID and role-based access control RBAC.
- Follow established deployment procedures and assist in documenting cloud infrastructure configurations and support processes.
- Provide support to GIS users and team members during planning testing and rollout of GIS services or updates.
Required Skills/Knowledge/Experience:
- Foundational understanding of Microsoft Azure services, including compute, storage, networking, and monitoring tools., Required
- Experience with ARM templates and/or Bicep for infrastructure automation., Required
- Familiarity with GIS platforms, such as Esri ArcGIS Enterprise, especially in cloud or hybrid deployments., Required
- Experience with scripting or automation using PowerShell or Azure CLI., Required
- Knowledge of network and computer system security protocols. Experience in vulnerability mitigation and remediation. Knowledge of SAML 2.0 and OAuth 2, Required
- Understanding of cloud architecture concepts such as resource groups, virtual networks, and subscription management., Required
- Interest in learning Azure governance, security, and identity features (e.g., Azure AD, RBAC)., Required
- Understanding of relational databases, solid understanding and experience of UML modeling, Required
- Strong communication, documentation, and collaboration skills., Required
- Ability to follow technical guidance and contribute in a team-oriented environment., Required
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