Lead GIS Architect

Diamondback Energy

. Lead the strategy, architecture, and technical roadmap for the enterprise GIS platform .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates advanced expertise in GIS architecture, enterprise systems administration, and geospatial data management, with a strong focus on security and governance. Proven leadership in driving enterprise GIS initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions.

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ArcGIS Enterprise ArchitectureGIS Infrastructure ManagementCloud Platforms (AWS/Azure)GIS Governance StandardsEsri Enterprise Administration Certification

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Hard Skills

GIS ArchitectureGeospatial Data ManagementEnterprise Systems AdministrationDatabase AdministrationDisaster Recovery PlanningTechnical Roadmap DevelopmentSystem IntegrationPerformance OptimizationSecurity ControlsContainerization

Soft Skills

LeadershipStakeholder ManagementAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication

Tools & Technologies

ArcGIS EnterpriseCloud InfrastructureVirtualizationNetworkingIdentity Management (SSO/SAML/Active Directory)

Certifications & Qualifications

Esri Enterprise Administration Certification

Industry Keywords

Oil and Gas IndustryUpstream OperationsSurface InfrastructureFacilities ManagementGeospatial Technology

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the strategy, architecture, and technical roadmap for the enterprise GIS platform
Design, implement, administer, and optimize ArcGIS Enterprise environments and supporting infrastructure
Manage GIS infrastructure across cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring performance, scalability, availability, and security
Oversee enterprise geodatabases, system integrations, and platform lifecycle management
Establish and maintain GIS governance, architecture standards, security controls, and disaster recovery strategies
Direct software upgrades, migrations, patching, and platform modernization initiatives
Partner with IT, cybersecurity, and business stakeholders to deliver secure and reliable GIS solutions
Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and guidance to GIS professionals and cross-functional teams
Evaluate emerging technologies and drive innovation across the organization's geospatial technology landscape

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in GIS, Geography, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
Ten (10+) years of GIS experience, including extensive ArcGIS Enterprise architecture and administration experience
Five (5+) years of experience leading enterprise GIS infrastructure, servers, and database environments
Eight (8+) years of oil and gas industry experience
Advanced expertise in GIS architecture, enterprise systems administration, geospatial data management, and platform security
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), virtualization, networking, and enterprise database administration
Proven leadership experience driving enterprise GIS initiatives, technology strategy, and cross-functional collaboration
Strong communication, stakeholder management, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Esri Enterprise Administration certification or equivalent hands-on certification experience preferred
Experience supporting upstream oil and gas operations, surface infrastructure, facilities, and associated datasets preferred
Experience with cloud infrastructure design and administration, including containerization and infrastructure-as-code concepts preferred
Working knowledge of IT security practices, identity management (SSO/SAML/Active Directory), and network architecture as applied to enterprise systems preferred
Experience establishing GIS governance standards, systems administration best practices, and disaster recovery/business continuity planning preferred
Demonstrated ability to identify and implement innovative GIS infrastructure and architecture solutions preferred
Proven attention to detail and ability to solve complex technical and business challenges preferred