Human Geographer (Production Specialist-Senior) NGA - Washington

Springfield, VA

Full Time

Manager/Supervisor

Job ID: 20250421214037
Location: Springfield, VA

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Masego is an award-winning small business that specializes in GEOINT services. As a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), we recognize and award your hard work.

Description

We are looking for a Senior-level TS/SCI-cleared Human Geographer to join our team.

Responsibilities:
This work requires staff familiar with Human Geography and aspects of the collection and dissemination of Human Geography data. The staff will also support the government in its efforts to develop and maintain the International Program for Human Geography (IPHG) including facilitation of meetings and training activities.

The contractor will provide HG support services to Source Office of Geography International and Military Co-production activities (bilateral and multi-national partnerships).
Provide geospatial analysis support services to NGA’s IPHG and International Activities (bilateral and multi-national partnerships).
Provide subject matter expertise in HG data standards, data modeling, and schema development efforts in support of coproduction.
Collaborate with SFG personnel and international partners to support the development of Human Geography data standards, utility, and co-production opportunities.
Coordinate outreach in support of Human Geography (HG) data acquisition and joint HG production activities.
Support the government in its efforts to further develop and maintain the International Program for Human Geography (IPHG) including facilitation of meetings training activities, technical and geospatial support at Plenary and Technical meetings.
Provide geospatial analysis support services to NGA’s IPHG and International Activities (bilateral and multi-national partnerships).
Work with Government counterparts in Source and International Affairs to acquire and disseminate Human Geography data.
Obtain HG tradecraft best practices.
Stay abreast on technical solutions for Human Geography production.
Administration of the Human Geography Data Warehouse (HGDW) to include creation of folder structures, meeting schedules and data access points.
Post co-produced Human Geography data to NSG data storage and dissemination solutions such as the APAN, PiX, and IGW.
Promote HG domain to mission partners.
Assess partner capabilities and willingness to participate in joint HG projects.
Assist government in developing formal or informal partnerships.
Build strategies and plans to engage partners with co-production proposals.
Support efforts to identify potential sources of information and tools that may enhance Human Geography community awareness and sharing across the IC community, DoD, and the Civilian Agencies.
Assist NGA in maintenance such as uploading/downloading documents and shapefiles.
Seek stakeholder & customer feedback to improve partnering to obtain Human Geography data and products.
Plan & coordinate on NSG-wide conferences/technical exchange on Human Geography topics.
Support NGA as a Human Geography Subject Matter Expert (SME) during international meetings as specified by the Government.
Participate in the IC synergy working groups.
Conduct and coordinate interim periodic reviews with international Human Geography members and mission partners.
Implement engagement review and quality assurance procedures in accordance with our methodology to ensure successful execution.
Ensure a current and accurate International Trade in Arms Regulations (ITAR) exemption is in effect for all requested support involving partner interaction.

Required Skills:

Minimum of 3 years’ experience problem solving collaboratively in a multinational environment.
Strong experience utilizing commercial software solutions (ESRI ArcGIS Desktop / Pro)
Highly proficient at using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) software such as ArcGIS Pro to generate graphics in support of HG International geospatial co-production meetings and outreach.
Demonstrated experience using SharePoint, ArcGIS online and ArcGIS Pro databases to support continued maintenance of the Human Geography Data Warehouse (HGDW).
Demonstrated experience to organize and facilitate meetings and training sessions both virtually and in person to international partners.

Desired Skills:

Familiarity with foreign partner maps, data, specifications and Human Geography products.
Demonstrated experience in designing and developing web portals.
Demonstrated experience to communicate clearly and efficiently orally and in writing.

Service Constraints:

A minimum of two international TDYs per year is required, and may require as many as six trips per year.

Security Clearance Requirement:

Active TS/SCI, must be willing to take and pass a CI Polygraph

About Masego

Masego Inc. provides expert Geospatial Intelligence Solutions in addition to Activity Based Intelligence (ABI) and GEOINT instructional services. Masego provides expert-level Geospatial Collection Management, Full Motion Video; Human Geography; Information Technology and Cyber; Technical Writing; and ABI, Agile, and other professional training.

Masego is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business headquartered in Fredericksburg, Virginia. With high-level expertise and decades of experience, coupled with proven project management systems and top-notch client support, Masego enhances the performance capabilities of the Department of Defense and the intelligence community.

Pay and Benefits

We seek to provide and take care of our team members. We currently offer Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, Generous PTO, Referral bonuses, and more!

Diversity

Masego, Inc. is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Virginia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action in its programs and activities. Masego, Inc. does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.

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