Leidos is seeking an
ArcGIS Administrator to support the Social Security Administration's (SSA) Digital Modernization Strategy. As a member of our high-performing team, you will be responsible for maintaining and upgrading enterprise GIS software, services, and web applications. This role includes ensuring the optimal performance of the ArcGIS infrastructure, providing user support, and troubleshooting complex GIS issues. You will collaborate with IT professionals and GIS system users to advance GIS initiatives that help the SSA meet the evolving needs of the public, positively impacting over 65 million Americans each month. We are looking for a forward-thinking professional with these
key required skills : ArcGIS Pro Administration, Relational Databases (PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, or DB2), Scripting (Python, PowerShell), Windows Server Administration, Incident/Ticketing System (ServiceNow, Jira).
*** Selected candidate must be willing to work on-site in Woodlawn, MD 5 days a week. If this sounds like a mission you want to be a part of, keep reading! TEAM CULTURE Your passion and values might be a good fit for our teams if you answer "yes" to the following questions:
- Are you looking for a company that puts employees first, with a focus on career, flexibility, and well-being?
- Do you enjoy collaborating with colleagues and teammates and believe that the best ideas are fostered in an inclusive environment?
- Are you searching for a team with a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and drive for daily mission success?
- Are you comfortable with proactive outward communication and technical leadership?
- Do you enjoy being a catalyst, solving complex problems, and providing innovative solutions?
- Do you have the flexibility, creativity, and resilience to pivot the mission for success?
- Do you have the courage to make tough ethical decisions with pride, transparency, and respect?
MENTORSHIP & CAREER GROWTH Our teams are dedicated to supporting new team members in an environment that celebrates knowledge sharing and mentorship. Experienced team members will be assigned to new hires for one-on-one mentoring, collaborative reviews, and coaching on customer engagement to help each new hire successfully onboard and demonstrate their skills. Projects and tasks are assigned in a way that leverages your strengths and will help you further develop your skillset.
DAY TO DAY RESPONSIBILITIES Every position we take is more rewarding when you know the why behind it. Know your work makes a difference to support those who need it most. If your passion is enabling life changing service to those around, you this is the place for you. Find you passion in a team environment where all members are valued regardless of contractor or employee status.
Find your "Why" with us and take your place in our Leidos Family!! - Provide operational support and maintenance for Esri ArcGIS Enterprise environments, including Esri Portal and ArcGIS Server.
- Design and implement solutions for complex technical challenges that affect multiple areas or disciplines.
- Support the currently deployed Esri product suite as well as all future releases of Esri product lines.
- Upgrade ArcGIS Enterprise systems to the applicable or latest versions.
- Perform ArcGIS software patching for systems.
- Assist the organization with any ArcGIS software requirements and troubleshoot GIS software issues to ensure full functionality.
- Collaborate with various programs to integrate data from other systems of record, supporting customer requirements and advancing GIS initiatives.
- Communicate with internal team members across multiple areas and client team members.
- Ensure all data is secured and accessible only as appropriate, in compliance with agency policies and privacy laws.
- Document and manage all application user guides, work processes, server configurations, enterprise architecture settings, and GIS database connections/accounts.
- Understand and apply the ArcGIS Products Life Cycle.
- Provide technical insight and recommendations to help determine GIS policies, objectives, and potential GIS software purchases.
- Formulate implementation options, conduct research, and convert strategies into actionable plans with defined timetables and deadlines.
- Demonstrate the ability to code in SQL and Python.
- Work with the team to accomplish daily objectives, making a significant impact on operational outcomes or project deliverables.
- All other duties as assigned or directed.
FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS (Basic Qualifications) - Bachelor's degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering, Geographic Information System (GIS) or a related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted in lieu of degree.
- Master's or Doctorate degree may substitute for required experience.
- 4 years' combined experience with ArcGIS administration, geospatial data, analysis, maps, services, and applications.
- 3+ years' combined experience with SQL and Python.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. Contract requirement.
FACTORS TO HELP YOU SHINE (Required Skills) These skills will help you succeed in this position:
- Hands-on experience with installation, configuration, maintenance, and updates (including Map Releases) of Esri software such as ArcGIS Server, ArcGIS Desktop, and ArcGIS Pro.
- Experience providing GIS technical support and customer service directly to users.
- Experience creating technical documentation in Confluence, or SharePoint.
- Experience resolving and documenting work on incident tickets in ServiceNow or Jira
- Solid knowledge of relational databases (PostgreSQL, Microsoft SQL Server, or DB2) and SQL scripting
- Intermediate experience in automating tasks with scripting languages like Python, or PowerShell
- Hands-on experience installing/administering/troubleshooting Windows Server 2022
- Excellent communication and written skills.
HOW TO STAND OUT FROM THE CROWD (Desired Skills) Showcase your knowledge of modern development through the following experience or skills:
- Preferably hold Esri Technical Certification in ArcGIS Desktop or Enterprise domains.
- Experience with Git/GitHub for version control.
- Knowledge of REST-based web services and third-party system monitoring tools.
- Basic experience automating configuration management and provisioning (Ansible automation, CloudFormation / Terraform)
At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams and contribute to our communities. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business. Every position we take is more rewarding when you know the why behind it. Know your work makes a difference to support those who need it most. If your passion is enabling life changing service to those around, you this is the place for you. Find your passion in a team environment where all members are valued regardless of contractor or employee status. We are excited for you to take your place in our Leidos Family.
Are you an US citizen, US resident, or Visa candidate and think you might fit? We recommend you apply and start the conversation today! Join us in supporting our SSA contracts in Woodlawn, Maryland. ITSSCII
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Original Posting: August 1, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range: Pay Range $72,150.00 - $130,425.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
