Toponymist & Geospatial Linguist (Mid-Level) - All Languages - TS/SCI
Core
Analyze and conflate feature data in the Geographic Names Database (GNDB), refine names using Romanization systems, and prepare maps/files for intelligence products.
Role type
Mid-level toposymist & geospatial linguist (IC)
Builds
Standardized geographic name products and maps for the Intelligence Community
Domain
Geospatial intelligence (GEOINT) and linguistic analysis
Required skills
GIS software (ArcGIS Pro, QGIS), Python scripting, native map analysis, historic map comparison, data entry and batching, Romanization systems, agency policy application
Preferred skills
GEOINT Professional Certification-Foundations (GPC-F), military technical training, regional geographic SME proficiency, stereo/mono imagery extraction
Technologies
ArcGIS Pro, QGIS, Geographic Names Processing Systems (GNPS), Geographic Names Database (GNDB)
Responsibilities
Analyze and conflate information associated with feature data in the GNDB, respond to questions on proper name usage and Romanization systems, prepare files and maps for work, accurately enter data to maintain and update the GNDB
Seniority
Mid-level (5-10 years experience)