GIS Application Developer (ArcGIS / TS/SCI Eligible Environment)

Location: On-Site (Secure Federal Environment)
Salary: $135,000 – $145,000 + Full Benefits
Clearance: TS/SCI Eligible (Active / In-Scope Required)
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen (Required)

Why This Role Matters

We are seeking a highly skilled GIS Application Developer to design and build advanced geospatial solutions supporting federal intelligence operations.

This is not a basic GIS role-you will be working at the intersection of:

• Geospatial intelligence (GEOINT)
• Custom application development
• Enterprise GIS architecture

Your work will directly support real-world mission outcomes, enabling faster, smarter, and more accurate decision-making.

What You'll Be Doing

• Designing and developing custom GIS applications within ArcGIS Enterprise
• Building advanced web-based geospatial tools and dashboards
• Automating workflows using Python and ArcGIS scripting
• Integrating GIS platforms with enterprise systems via REST APIs
• Developing custom widgets, tools, and extensions
• Supporting ArcGIS Enterprise Portal administration and optimization
• Troubleshooting complex geospatial and system integration issues
• Collaborating with analysts, engineers, and mission stakeholders

Core Responsibilities

GIS Application Development

• Develop custom applications using:
  • ArcGIS API for JavaScript
  • ArcGIS Enterprise SDK
• Build user-focused tools for:
  • Data visualization
  • Spatial analysis
  • Operational workflows

Automation & Backend Development

• Use Python to:
  • Automate Portal workflows
  • Streamline data processing
  • Enhance system performance

Enterprise Integration

• Design and implement integrations using:
  • REST APIs
  • Enterprise data sources
• Ensure seamless communication across systems

Portal Administration & Optimization

• Manage and optimize ArcGIS Enterprise Portal
• Maintain performance, scalability, and security

Troubleshooting & Innovation

• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues
• Develop custom solutions and enhancements
• Continuously improve system capabilities

Required Qualifications

Clearance & Eligibility

• U.S. Citizen (Required)
• Active TS clearance with SCI eligibility
• In-scope SSBI / T5 investigation
• Enrolled in DoD Continuous Evaluation (CE/CV)
• Meets DoD Cyber Workforce Framework (DCWF) requirements

Experience

• 5-7 years supporting GIS applications within:
  • Federal Government
  • Intelligence Community
• 5+ years hands-on experience with:
  • ESRI / ArcGIS platforms

Technical Skills

• ArcGIS Enterprise Portal (Admin + Development)
• Python (expert-level for automation and scripting)
• ArcGIS API for JavaScript
• REST API integration
• Web development:
  • HTML
  • CSS
  • JavaScript
• Version control (Git)

Advanced Capabilities

• Custom tool and widget development
• ArcGIS Enterprise SDK experience
• Troubleshooting complex GIS and Portal issues

Education

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience)

What Makes a Strong Candidate

• Experience in GEOINT or intelligence environments
• Ability to work independently in secure, mission-driven settings
• Strong problem-solving and innovation mindset
• Passion for geospatial technology and real-world impact

Summary

This is a high-impact, hands-on GIS development role supporting critical intelligence operations.

We are looking for a builder-someone who can design, develop, and deliver advanced geospatial solutions in a secure, high-stakes environment.

Benefits Overview

Full-time employees are offered a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision health insurance
• Life insurance coverage
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match and immediate vesting
• Military leave
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee wellness program
• Commuter benefits
• And more

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Fathom Management, Inc. is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. All employment decisions-including recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, and termination-are made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.